5 Great Things You Should Know About Living in Spain /articles/2017/07/5-great-things-you-should-know-about-living-in-spain

Ever wondered why Spain is the number one choice for Brits buying abroad? Here we list five key reasons why you should head to the Spanish Costas if you’re ready to start a new life or own a holiday home in the sun. 1) Cheaper Way of Life Not only is…

What to Expect When Living in Marbella /articles/2017/07/what-to-expect-when-living-in-marbella

Well known for its glitzy demeanour, lively nightlife and its popularity amongst the rich & famous, Marbella is a city that is well-known in both Spain and the United Kingdom, and certainly one of the standout locations on the Costa del Sol. Howe…

Case Study | We Chose a Property in Madeira Over Italy /articles/2018/07/case-study-we-chose-a-property-in-madeira-over-italy

Liz Rowlinson meets a British couple who adore the natural beauty of the Portuguese island. Back in 2010, Dr Mike Goosey and his wife Liz had been looking to buy a holiday home in Italy. They loved the culture and especially liked Como, Umbria and Tu…

Lights, Camera, Action: Behind-the-scenes with Jonnie Irwin /articles/2019/02/lights-camera-action-behind-the-scenes-with-jonnie-irwin

What goes on behind the scenes of a TV shoot when the cameras aren’t rolling? James Tee swaps his London PC for the Mijas Costa. A Place in the Sun TV show has been inspiring and educating hopeful overseas property owners in the UK for more than 18 y…

Magical Le Marche /articles/2011/04/magical-le-marche

Driving around Italy, it's not uncommon to come across the most beautiful hilltop village, little changed since the days of Michelangelo and the Borgias, its church with medieval frescoes and its homes built from warm local stone, with green shutters…

Any questions- Law- May 2011 /articles/2011/04/any-questions-law-may-2011

I heard that if you rent out a property in Mallorca for more than 12 weeks you must register with the tourist board. Is this correct and how do the authorities check you are registered? Any owner is entitled to rent their property to third parties fo…

Jonnie and Jasmine column July 2011 /articles/2011/06/jonnie-and-jasmine-column-july-2011

Jonnie 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 co…

Time for timeshare? /articles/2011/08/time-for-timeshare

New EU laws protecting buyers of timeshare were introduced earlier this year. So, if in the past you've discounted buying into it, could now be the time to reconsider timeshare as an affordable way to enjoy holidays abroad? Often compared - and confu…

Moving to Spain Post-Brexit | Healthcare /articles/2021/02/moving-to-spain-post-brexit-healthcare

For all those hoping to move to Spain past middle age, then access to healthcare poses a big part of the equation. The pandemic has only increased the importance of having good-quality healthcare nearby, and it is fortuitous for all those in love wit…

Moving to Portugal Post-Brexit | Golden Visa /articles/2021/02/moving-to-portugal-post-brexit-golden-visa

Moving to Portugal post-Brexit The Golden Visa Portugal’s golden visa is an option for British citizens looking to spend more than 90 days in the country after Brexit. Unless you can prove that you were settled (living permanently) in Portugal before…