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There are so many different aspects to consider when purchasing an overseas property and we are here to make it easier for you. To help, we have put together blogs on a range of different countries from France to Turkey, Dubai to Switzerland.
We have also looked at some of the problems you may encounter, including: “not having a document translated properly”; “common pitfalls when buying overseas”; “how the over 60s are treated abroad when it comes to getting a mortgage”, plus many other relevant topics.
There are many topics covered in our blog. If you are looking for something specific, you might find it helpful to use the search box below.
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How to get a Mortgage for a Property in Spain?
Buying a property in Spain remains the ultimate aspiration for many international buyers. Whether you are seeking a holiday home in the Balearics or a retirement base on the Costa del Sol, the lifestyle appeal is undeniable. However, the financial landscape for...
How the Power of Attorney could protect your overseas property purchase
Listen to our deep-dive into this topic or read all of the crucial information below.Buying property overseas is an exciting venture, whether it is your first time, an addition to your investment portfolio, or a step toward a dream retirement. However, it comes with...
Can You Purchase Property In Cyprus Which Does Not Have A Title deed?
This is a frequent question in relation to properties in Cyprus, and one which has caused significant confusion to buyers and sellers alike. A property CAN be transferred through sale to another individual even if a Title deed has not yet been issued, and this is a...
Alpha Bank to sell their housing loan in Cyprus
Alpha Bank informs their customers they intend to sell their housing loan in Cyprus to a third-party debt facility. It is estimated that thousands of purchasers of immovable property in Cyprus from 2006 onwards may have been adversely affected by being advised by...
Lockdown Easing Signals Overseas Property Rush
The lifting of the final lockdown restrictions on Monday, July 19 is expected to herald a rush to Europe and America to seek out that dream holiday home and snap it up. But overseas property and finance expert Simon Conn is calling on property bargain-hunters to take...
Tax Warning For Remote Workers Heading Overseas
With over 30 years of experience and expertise in international taxation, trustee, corporate and the fiduciary services industry, Simon Denton, the founding Managing Director of Sovereign’s UK subsidiaries provides key explanations and the differences of overseas tax...
Basic Steps & Tips When Considering Building a House Overseas
Video Transcript Are you planning on building a house overseas? If so, you will need to bear in mind that the steps to follow may be very different from those at home Hi, I’m Simon Conn, a property finance expert. Here are my top tips for building a property overseas...
How to save taxes on your income when you buy a leaseback property in France
Under the leaseback scheme, which was introduced in France in 1967, real estate investors can purchase property in selected regions of the country and claim a refund of the 20% VAT they originally paid at the time of the transaction. The scheme has become particularly...
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