James Tee

James is the Content Marketing Executive at A Place in a Sun, who creates and commissions all editorial pieces for aplaceinthesun.com.

Why September is the perfect time to start your overseas property search

Could September be the best time to start your overseas property search? From fewer crowds and fresh listings to motivated sellers, here are five reasons to start looking this autumn.

27 August 2026

Should I buy a second home in the UK or Spain?

UK staycation or Spanish sunshine? We compare property prices, buying costs, annual taxes and potential for growth to see where your second-home budget could go further.

25 August 2026

Buying property abroad: The professionals you'll need at every stage

Buying overseas is about much more than finding the right property. Discover the professionals who can help you save money, avoid costly mistakes and make your move abroad as smooth as possible.

20 August 2026

Spain vs Portugal for retirement: which is better?

Spain or Portugal: where should you spend your retirement? We compare property prices, living costs, visas, taxes and lifestyle to see which comes out on top.

18 August 2026

Can I get a mortgage for a property abroad?

Thinking about using a mortgage to buy abroad? Find out how much you could borrow, where rates are most competitive and what UK buyers need to know before applying.

13 August 2026

Worried about burglary or forest fires? Get the right insurance for your overseas holiday home

Buying a holiday home abroad? Discover what overseas property insurance covers, from unoccupied homes and liability to forest fires, flooding and holiday lets.

11 August 2026

How to Move to Italy in 2026

Dreaming of a new life in Italy? From visas and tax breaks to property prices and the best places to live, here's what you need to know before making the move.

6 August 2026

Magical Mijas: my happy A Place in the Sun home in Spain for a decade

Bought for €129,400 and sold for €245,000, Karmen's Mijas apartment became much more than a holiday home. Discover why she says buying in Spain was one of the best decisions she ever made.

28 July 2026

Prices are going up in Spain – it was time to buy our dream holiday home

After watching Spanish property prices rise, Elaine and Paul decided it was time to buy. Discover how a viewing trip helped them find the perfect Costa Blanca apartment and why they have no regrets.

23 July 2026