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October 2012

New ownership rules in Portugal boosting property market

The Portuguese housing market looks set to receive a boost, thanks to the introduction of a new law making it possible for non-EU citizens to get residency in the country through property investment.

11 October 2012

‘Amityville Horror’ house on sale

Just in time for Halloween, a New Jersey home used in the shooting of the 1979 film 'Amityville Horror' is on sale for $955,000.

11 October 2012

Italian tourist resorts report biggest property price drops

Property prices in Italy's tourist resorts have fallen at a higher rate than the major cities, say Bologna-based research institute Nomisma.

10 October 2012

11.8 million new homes needed in India by 2016

11.8 million new homes will need to be built in India by 2016 in order to meet the huge demand for housing from the indigenous population and overseas investors, according to a report from real estate consultants Cushman & Wakefield.

9 October 2012

Spanish property prices have fallen by over 50%

A survey conducted by the University of Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona and property firm Tecnocasa has revealed that the average price of a property in Spain has fallen by 53% since 2006.

9 October 2012

New tax incentives for those moving to Malta

EU citizens looking to make the move to Malta will welcome the news of a tax break which has been introduced by the Maltese government, allowing them to pay just 15% tax on any income they receive from the UK.

8 October 2012

Special offer for those looking to rent their overseas property

If you're considering renting your holiday home out then don't miss our exclusive offer, brought to you by our official holiday rentals partner HomeAway.co.uk, allowing you to list your property for 15 months for the same price of a 12 month listing.

8 October 2012

Detroit woman raffles her house for 100 dollars a ticket

A Detroit woman who is desperate to sell her property has come up with a novel way to guarantee a quick sale – a raffle costing $100 a ticket.

5 October 2012

Rise in the number of US homes being constructed

The number of new homes being constructed in the US rose again in August, giving further evidence for a possible housing rebound.

5 October 2012
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