What overseas buyers need to know about Power of Attorney
One of the most valuable tools for property-buyers in a foreign country is the power of attorney. It’s a legal instrument that enables your lawyer to act on your behalf and carry out all the necessary procedures required to complete your purchase and set you up as a...
Discover what the Algarve has to offer away from the beaches
Most foreign house-hunters in Portugal head to the Algarve, charmed by its wonderful beaches, pretty fishing villages and international leisure resorts. But venture off the coast away from the touristy areas and a whole new world awaits you. The many towns and...
Costa del Azahar: budget or bling?
Image: Peter Togel via Shutterstock In the shadow of the more popular Costas, the Costa del Azahar on Spain’s east coast has slipped under the radar of the foreign masses and big developers. It’s an untapped coastline of traditional beach resorts with low-density...