AIPP 6th Annual Consumer Guide now available

6TH ANNUAL CONSUMER GUIDE The 6th annual consumer guide (2012) and member directory from the AIPP is now available in hardcopy and on-line, the latest on “How to Buy Overseas Property Safely” is a free publication aimed solely at helping consumers protect themselves through the purchase process by alerting them to potential problems whilst also [...]

By |2011-10-29T20:44:35+01:00October 20th, 2011|Articles|

Title deeds opportunity for Cyprus owners

A large number of Brits in Cyprus are about to move a step closer to finally receiving title deeds to their property when a planning amnesty runs out in the second week of October. In a bid to start resolving the country’s title deed issue, earlier this year the Government of Cyprus amended laws on [...]

By |2011-09-27T11:21:42+01:00September 27th, 2011|Articles|

A simple process

If you are looking to move to France form the UK, then you might be surprised at just how simple the whole process can be. Sharon Evans, director of Cle France, believes that many will be surprised at how uncomplicated it can be to move to France. She thinks that many would start out wary [...]

By |2011-08-31T15:08:46+01:00August 31st, 2011|Articles|

Researching properties and prices abroad

If you are planning on buying a property abroad, whether for a second home, a holiday home to rent out or possibly a new home in which you want to live permanently, research really is paramount. Some countries may not even allow foreigners to purchase property, so it really is best to know before you [...]

By |2011-06-16T17:28:56+01:00June 16th, 2011|Articles|

Swimming pool safety in Spain

One of the things that a lot of people look forward to when planning a move to Spain is having their very own swimming pool in the garden. If you are planning on renting out your property however, there are some important things you need to know when it comes to your property. It is [...]

By |2011-05-31T09:15:35+01:00May 31st, 2011|Articles|

Get yourself covered in Italy

When in Italy it’s very important that you take out private health insurance. Whilst they don’t pay for doctor’s fees, they will usually cover 100% of all hospital fees. It is best to pay doctors fees yourself, which can sometimes be more expensive than the treatment itself, around €80 for every ‘illness’ you have, but [...]

By |2011-05-24T15:57:29+01:00May 24th, 2011|Articles|

Rightmove Overseas launches Property Finder Service

Do you have an idea of what kind of overseas property you want, know where you want to buy and have finance arranged, but don’t have the time to look through the listings on the site? We have launched a new service that could be the answer to your problem! If you are serious about [...]

By |2011-05-24T09:19:22+01:00May 23rd, 2011|News|

Becoming a citizen in Cyprus

Retiring or moving permanently to Cyprus is a dream which many people fulfil every single year. Some people fall in love with the lifestyle and the country so much that they apply to become a citizen. It is possible to become a citizen of Cyprus if you have lived in the country for seven or [...]

By |2011-05-20T14:12:04+01:00May 20th, 2011|Articles|

Rightmove Overseas partners with the Overseas Guides Company

Rightmove Overseas is pleased to announce that we have now officially partnered with The Overseas Guides Company (OGC). The OGC professional, in-depth guides to buying abroad can now be sourced via the web site and there will be regular weekly articles available on our overseas magazine. Chris Please, Partnership Manager at Rightmove Overseas says, “We [...]

By |2011-05-20T13:43:11+01:00May 20th, 2011|News|

Take heed when buying in Spain

If you are planning a move to Spain, ensure that you have all the necessary documents in writing, with specific dates, laws and rights in detail. Whilst many UK buyers successfully purchase a home in Spain every year, a lot experience problems. By ensuring that the whole process is legal, you can avoid the pitfalls [...]

By |2011-05-11T09:29:36+01:00May 11th, 2011|Articles|