News

Favourable reforms to its visa system together with a bullish property market and dynamic high-end sector are helping to strengthen Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most attractive destinations to high net worth individuals (HNWIs) for both residency and investment, said international property specialist Spot Blue International Property in…

Recently, Bloomberg publications went looking for the best cities for ex-pats, and their list of six choices presents global opportunities for anyone who wants to pack their bags for life abroad. With more people now moving abroad for careers or retirement, countries want to attract individuals and companies who contribute…

On occasions, potential ex-pats ask us about common mistakes when moving abroad. As international real estate agents, who sell holiday homes and houses for permanent living abroad, we have seen many foreigners make the transition to living overseas. Most people make moving work, and only a few return, but primarily…

So you want to buy a villa in Spain, but you’re not sure which town would suit you best. After all, the Spanish coast is littered with pretty towns with whitewashed buildings and perfect sandy beaches. When you have so many options, how can you decide where to buy a…

Finding cash buyers is the dream of every house owner who desires to sell their property. Yet, the truth is that in most instances you’ll find buyers who require financing. Dealing with buyers who require financing can be a stressful experience. From negotiating to drawing contracts and even the duration…

The Spanish Costas are looking forward to a surge in foreign property-buyers following the country’s easing of border restrictions, said Spot Blue International Property in June, adding that lockdown has produced a backlog of enquiries from Europe and the UK, with the latter group benefiting from a strengthening pound and…

Portugal is a beautiful country with a rich history and beautiful villas that don’t break the bank It’s a stunning choice if you’re looking at places to buy international property for sale. Buying property in Portugal does come with a few potential pitfalls, though, if you don’t know what you’re…

Europeans know Turkey as the border between Europe and the Middle East, Americans think it’s Arabic, and historians know it as the last bastion of the Roman Empire. Turkey is a historic country, with a coast of white beaches that borders on a turquoise sea. Whether you’re looking at buying…

Sitting in the middle of the Mediterranean, the Balearic Islands have been a beach holiday favourite since the 1960s. The sandy beaches, coves, inlets, and inland hiking trails through green fields and woodland bring tourists flooding to the islands. When you’re looking for property for sale, Majorca, Menorca, and Ibiza…

A landmark off-plan complex is helping to put an untapped resort on Spain’s east coast on foreign buyers’ radar, said Spot Blue International Property in March, adding that the combination of proximity to Valencia city, cutting edge architecture and access to one of the finest beaches on the Costas should…

Interest in buying a property in the sun and retiring in Spain has increased by 50%, according to Spotblue.com in January 2021. This is despite lockdowns and uncertainty for the majority of the year caused by the global pandemic. Matt Hancock said this week that it’s “too early to decide…

The post Covid-19 landscape should make prime property in Spain’s Costa del Sol even more attractive to the world’s rich and famous, said Spot Blue International Property in October, following signs that wealthy people are seeking to adapt their lifestyle to spend less time in the office and more time…