by Christopher Nye | Aug 14, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad
A new report from Spain has found that more and more of us are buying in Spain with a mortgage. So should you take an overseas mortgage or transfer more cash upfront? Compare interest rates, liquidity and the currency risks of borrowing abroad. Buying a €400,000...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 7, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad
As the Mediterranean swelters, searches for ‘coolcations’ and holidays on northern coasts have rocketed. If you’re looking for a holiday home on a Baltic, North Sea or Irish coast, where should you start looking and how much will you pay? For decades, the British...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 10, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad
Most people come back from a summer holiday with a tan, happy memories and some nice olive oil in their luggage. But how about coming back with the title deeds of a holiday home too? It may seem a little too spontaneous, but there are some good reasons to buy a...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 3, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad
With the UK property market in the doldrums, many would-be buyers overseas are in limbo, unable to move ahead with their long-cherished plans. So how can you get round the problem and pay for an overseas property property without selling your UK home? According to...
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by Christopher Nye | Jun 15, 2026 | Buying Property in Portugal
Buying Portuguese property? Good choice! But although a popular choice, there are a few pitfalls – and quite a few opportunities – international buyers need to be aware of. Portugal continues to attract thousands of new overseas buyers every year, with around 40,000...
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by Christopher Nye | Jun 12, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad, Emigration and Moving Abroad, Large Transfers and Investments
When making large international transfers it is important to understand AML regulations and the Source of Funds. Smart Currency will be there to help you. Buying property abroad, applying for a golden visa, receiving an inheritance or making a large overseas...
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