On February 16, 2023 the Portuguese government unexpectedly announced its intention to end the program. Nevertheless, there is a long process until the promulgation of the law. Last news and timeline expected: May 31, 2023 update: During June at the economy and housing committee took place today. Now the political parties can propose amendments until approximately June 16. Then the…
6 QUALITIES OF A HAPPY HOME: 1- Adaptable Those unhappy at home are 14x more likely to say their home doesn’t meet all their needs than those who are happy at home. Amongst home workers, having an office is less of a predictor of home happiness than having a flexible layout. Get the right setup We want our homes to…
According to “Live and Invest Overseas”, Portugal is the best country in the world to retire in 2021. This accomplishment is the result of many factors, which play a major role in offering a longer and healthier life for those choosing to retire in this beautiful country. Portugal is the 4th safest country in the world, home to Europe’s best…
Portugal’s housing market remains strong. But the rate of house price increases is now moderating, as the COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected the country’s overall economy. Property prices in Portugal started to recover in 2014 and have been rising since. House prices rose by 4.5% in 2015, 4.8% in 2016, 4.6% in 2017, 6.1% in 2018 and 8.3% in 2019.…
TOP 3 REASONS Why you should live in Portugal Should I move to the Algarve, Lisbon or elsewhere in Portugal with Brexit so uncertain? This is the question Brits are asking themselves as they search for a sunnier climate and a secure future. It’s hardly surprising that many people find moving to Portugal from the UK a very attractive proposition.…
Three things you need to keep in mind about Brexit and residential property markets after 1 January 2021 for British nationals The status of UK residents looking to live or purchase a residential property in the European Union (EU) changes on 1 January 2021 as the UK’s transition period comes to an end. Kate Everett-Allen explores some of the more…
PORTUGAL ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN THE WORLD In the midst of the sequence of COVID-19 legislation, measures and restrictions which are being implemented globally to control the spread of the virus, and the resulting economic challenges, we should not lose sight of the fact that normality as we previously knew it will return. Many both domestically…
The national security law for Hong Kong was passed last Tuesday by the Chinese Authorities amid international criticism and global concern. Such law prohibits acts of secession, subversion, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces and establishes severe penalties for those found guilty of breaking the law. The passing of such law comes at a time when the interest from Hong…
Portugal is becoming more and more a residency destination for foreigners. This information is confirmed by the Immigration Authorities with the Immigration and Asylum Report, published on 28th June 2019, by occasion of the Service of Foreign and Boarders’ 43rd Anniversary. According to the Report, the number of foreigners residing in Portugal continues to increase every year, with an increase of 13.9%…
In the context of the global pandemic, lifestyle has increasingly come into the focus. For many, Portugal has a triple A+ lifestyle rating, as well as being the 7th most democratic country in the world for 2020 (in 200 countries) and 3 rd most secure country according to the Global Peace Index. As a result, people from all around the…