by Christopher Nye | Dec 12, 2025 | Buying Property in France
Owning a property in France is an exciting prospect. It’s a country that defines the art of living (l’art de vivre) and its homes are generally stylish, supremely liveable and yet affordable. They are also in some of the most beautiful parts of the world....
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 22, 2025 | Buying Property in Spain
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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by Christopher Nye | Feb 19, 2025 | Buying Property in Spain
How worried should buyers be about proposed property tax rises in Spain and other measures apparently aimed at deterring international property buyers? When the Spanish prime minister announced a plan to raise property taxes for non-resident buyers recently it hit...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 10, 2024 | Buying Property in France
At Smart Currency we like to think we’re there for our clients over the long term. Clients like Oliver Maurice, who took a chance on people he thought sounded “extremely pleasant” over 18 years ago and has remained a customer through an adventurous and energetic...
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by Julian Benson | Jun 22, 2023 | Buying Property Abroad
It’s buying time! The spring marks the unofficial start of the 2023 property buying season in the UK and abroad. If you’re heading to any of the second home and relocation hotspots of the world, remember the smart way to stay in control and find the property of your...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 7, 2018 | Buying Property Abroad
Janet Lowe is soon coming up to celebrating her 18th year as a property owner in France. She first bought her home in the peaceful Minervios as a holiday let. Now, it’s enjoyed just by her family as a holiday retreat. We spoke to her about her experiences as a...
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