by Christopher Nye | Oct 31, 2025 | Emigration, Working abroad
A ‘golden visa’, whereby you acquire legal residency in a country by making an investment, has been a lifeline for many British nationals post-Brexit, as well as other non-EU nationals looking to live and even work in European countries. But it can also be...
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by Christopher Nye | Sep 19, 2025 | Currency 101
Buying off-plan property overseas, where buyers pay in stages as a property is built, is increasingly popular. In its reader survey Your Overseas Home found that a fifth of buyers in Spain and Portugal were keen, while another 30% or so would consider it. However, if...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 29, 2025 | Currency 101, Retirement
British retirees who have made the move to Spain, France, Italy or Portugal (and even the USA) are reaping a financial windfall that few could have predicted just a few years ago. Those receiving their triple lock pension overseas have seen their incomes rising...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 19, 2025 | Property News
Buying a property abroad is an exciting prospect, whether it’s a holiday home, a retirement retreat, or a permanent move. But the process isn’t the same as in the UK, and there are pitfalls that could cost you dearly if you’re not prepared. From legal quirks to...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 22, 2025 | Property News
Speaking to clients considering buying property in Spain, we know there are serious and genuine worries about the prospect of being charged 100% of the property value as buying tax. That’s understandable, it would double the cost of the same property. But will...
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