Our favourite destinations this series /articles/2011/07/our-favourite-destinations-this-series

Malmesbury For one house-hunting couple from Birmingham, I thought the Cotswolds would be their ideal location for a second home. Being a short journey from Brum, the area is conveniently placed and has so much to offer, from beautiful countrysid…

Poland: something a bit different? /articles/2013/03/poland-something-a-bit-different

Poland is not exactly a favourite second-home spot for British buyers, yet it has become popular with investors in recent years, and offers a diverse range of property. You can buy a rural home in the country side, an apartment in a ski resort such a…

Any questions: Legal March 2011 /articles/2011/03/any-questions-legal-march-2011

I'm considering buying a resale village property in France or Italy and am trying to budget for all the fees that come with purchasing. A friend who owns in France advised me not to waste money on a lawyer as on the Continent notaries do all the pape…

Why Lake Como is the Italian lake that never goes out of style /articles/2025/06/lake-como-the-italian-lake-that-never-goes-out-of-style

Easy to reach, timelessly elegant, and famous the world over, the Italian lakes remain one of the most popular destinations for property buyers in Italy. A mix of dramatic mountain scenery, mirror-like water and mild microclimates, the Lombardy regio…

A Place in the Sun Live Property Showcase Visits Glasgow /articles/2019/10/a-place-in-the-sun-live-property-showcase-visits-glasgow

A Place in the Sun Live Property Showcase, a brand-new twist on our ongoing A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions, enjoyed a successful debut at the Glasgow Hilton Hotel to conclude a fantastic year of events for A Place in the Sun. The two-day Propert…

Be my guest in Portugal /articles/2010/02/be-my-guest-in-portugal

Discover the attractions of Portugals gorgeous Silver Coast while staying at Jonathan and Debbie Kendalls villa We are: Jonathan and Debbie Kendall from Buckinghamshire. Jonathan is a company director and Debbie is a housewife. We own: A contemporar…

“Living in the UK or France is too expensive: we have moved to Spain to live on £1,000 per month” /articles/2025/04/living-in-the-uk-or-france-is-too-expensive-we-have-moved-to-spain-to-live-on-1-000-per-month

Six years ago Sylvia and Nigel Hunt decided to plan for their retirement. So they sat down with Nigel’s public sector pension calculator and worked how much longer he would need to work. In the light of this month’s rises in council tax, energy and w…

The Complete Interactive Guide to Buying Property in Spain 2026 /spain/advice/download-guide

Updated for 2026! Our practical, detailed and independent…

The Complete Guide to moving to Spain /spain/advice/how-to-move-to-spain-guide

Relocating to a new country is an exciting, but daunting, prospect! We wan…

The Complete Guide to Buying Property in Murcia 2026 /spain/costa-calida-and-murcia/advice/murcia-download-guide

Updated for 2026! Read our comprehensive and practical guide to finding an…

The Complete Interactive Guide to Buying Property in Cyprus 2026 /cyprus/advice/download-guide

Our practical, detailed and independently researched guide will help you b…

Frequently Asked Questions: Buying & Living in Spain! /articles/2025/08/frequently-asked-questions-buying-living-in-spain

Living and Buying Property in Spain, Your Questions Answered! Thinking about making the move to sunny Spain? Whether you're dreaming of whitewashed coastal towns, bustling city life, or tranquil countryside living, Spain offers something for everyone…