by Christopher Nye | Jun 11, 2020 | Coronavirus, Property News
The global property market has, of course, been drastically affected by the coronavirus epidemic and the lockdowns. But international property professionals – everybody involved in helping people to buy and sell homes – have found new and creative ways of doing...
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by Christopher Nye | Mar 19, 2019 | Currency 101, Property News
As we reach the exciting part of the process for many property buyers, viewing trip time, it’s those who are proactive and prepared who tend to get the bargains and be enjoying their home this summer. By taking just a few minutes to sort out your currency and protect...
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by Christopher Nye | Jan 4, 2019 | Currency 101, Property News
The Brexit debate is continuing in the House of Commons and no-one knows exactly how a final deal will look – or if it’ll be a no deal. If you’re buying a home abroad, it can be worrying, but not everyone’s putting their dreams on hold. Brits are the...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 31, 2018 | Case study, Property News
When Sandra Harris bought her property in southern Spain, she was concerned about having “absolutely no currency control” through sending her money through the banks. We spoke to her about how using a forward contract with Smart helped her to protect her budget...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 7, 2018 | Case study, Property News
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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by Christopher Nye | Jul 25, 2018 | Property News
Beth Nicholson had dreamed of moving permanently to France since her time as a university student in Grenoble. Although life got in the way, in 2017, she decided it was finally time to go back to France. With expert support and local knowledge from Beaux Villages...
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