Finance

Standard and Poors predict end of European economic crisis in 2013

The credit rating agency Standard and Poors have predicted that the economic crisis affecting Europe will not last beyond 2013.

13 March 2012

Is the Euro Crisis Over?

This is a question posed to the dealers at Halo Financial every day and the short, sweet and empathic answer is NO. That is not to say the euro is definitely on a downward path but the latest agreement to provide Greece with another €130 billion of support is very definitely not the end of the problem...

27 February 2012

Uncertain times sharpen appetite for sound advice

Despite the uncertain outlook affecting both sides of the Channel in terms of economic growth, house prices and exchange rates 2012 looks set to see a further steady stream of UK residents, particularly those of retirement age, heading for a new life in France.

7 February 2012

Spanish banks ‘must be prepared’ for bad property loans

Banks and financial institutions in Spain have been told that they must make an additional €50 billion (£41.5 billion) worth of funds available in order to cover the high proportion of bad real estate loans and foreclosed properties on their books.

6 February 2012

How to get your financial house in order for 2012

Never mind if you've already broken those diet and gym resolutions, now's the time to really sort out the weighty issues of overseas home ownership says Danny Cox of Hargreaves Lansdown...

1 February 2012

Spanish banks lending over 100% on repossessed properties

As well as selling property at rock-bottom prices, Spanish banks are prepared to lend over 100% on their own properties that have been repossessed, it has been revealed.

9 January 2012

The lowdown on leaseback

How and why have French leaseback schemes been a slow-burn success?

1 January 2012

Resort fees: do you get what you pay for?

Buying on a resort can be a great way of getting a secure, hassle-free home with great amenities on your doorstep. But don't forget you tend to get what you pay for (although not always), so are you truly aware of the ongoing costs?

1 January 2012

10 things to consider when buying fractional

All fractionals aren't equal in this world. Overseas property expert Cheryl Markosky shares some pointers on how to choose between schemes that are winners and losers...

1 January 2012

10 tips for managing your finances abroad

Save yourself time and money by following our expert guide to keeping costs and budgets in check – by Danny Cox of Hargreaves Lansdown

1 January 2012

90% of Brits would move abroad for better financial prospects

Almost 90% of Brits surveyed by travel search site Skyscanner would consider moving abroad for better financial prospects it has been revealed.

18 November 2011

A Place in the Sun celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week

Today is the start of Global Entrepreneurship Week, and here at A Place in the Sun we're keen to encourage you to take the plunge - not only with a move abroad, but also by starting or investing in your own overseas business.

14 November 2011