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Getting Started
Within this section of the website you’ll find information that will help to get started. Find out why buying a property abroad is a good idea. Learn tips on how to plan, what actions to take and how to take them. In addition to reading the articles in this area please make sure to visit all the other property journey steps including: financials, properties, legalities, moving abroad and settling in abroad. Each section has valuable information and it’s a good idea to get an overview even if you’re not planning on a purchase anytime soon.
The overseas property market in 2012
12th January 2012 - 07:07The property markets around the world have certainly taken a beating in the last 12 months, with prices in many destinations falling to levels seen a nearly 5-10 years ago. From a seller's point of view, things probably couldn't be any worse, as many people are left in negative equity if they wish to sell their homes. Others are forced to slash the price of their home if they want to sell it, and, as many have been made redundant, this is the only option they have. From more...
Helping your family and pets with a move abroad
16th November 2011 - 08:43We all know how stressful moving house can be and moving abroad is on a whole other scale when it comes to organizing yourself and your family. The move should, however, be an exciting time and one that the whole family should be involved in and look forward to. To make sure of this, you should always check at an early stage that all family members are happy about the move, and never just assume that it is what they want. Here are some ways to approach different members of the more...
Deciding where, when and how to view a property abroad
19th October 2011 - 06:23When moving to another country it is often the simplest of things which prove to cause the most stress and problems. Deciding on the actual country you want to live in is not usually a problem, after all there is usually a specific aspect that draws you to the country in the first place. The actual location on the other hand, could be more difficult, especially if you have visited many different places in the country and like them all! You also need to know when is a good time more...
Getting started overseas
5th October 2011 - 06:34Making the decision to leave your life in the UK and move abroad sounds easier than it is. It is not always a simple yes or no decision, there are family members and friends to consider; can you bear not seeing them all the time? There is also the decision to take any pets with you, what are the restrictions, if any, and is it worth the cost? The next thing you will need to look at is finances. Can you afford the move? What is the cost of living like where you are going? Will more...
When things go wrong
14th September 2011 - 08:10Of the hundreds of thousands of people who buy a second home or move abroad every year, the majority have a success story to share at the end of the process. However, every now and then things can go wrong; this can be down to a number of reasons, though the most common is a lack of knowledge about the journey on which they are embarking. When things do go wrong, life for those involved can turn into a living nightmare and when moving abroad, a small glitch can have colossal more...