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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 Spanish Property
The Spanish property market is in much better shape than it was a few years ago, and Brexit has only slightly dampened its popularity with people looking for sun, sea, sangria and so much more. Spain has always been a popular spot with Brits in particular as it has...
Brexit Comment (June 2019)
Overseas property and finance expert Simon Conn says people are continuing to buy homes abroad, despite the ongoing issues with Brexit. “Everyone keeps asking me what effect Brexit is having on the overseas property market. I would say that it is picking up and we’re...
Top 20 Tips for Buying Property Abroad
With the overseas property market becoming more complicated and competitive, prospective buyers buying property abroad are being urged to undertake thorough research before committing to a sale. Overseas property expert Simon Conn has seen an increase in the number of...
The benefits of taking out a mortgage on an overseas property
People often ask me about the benefits of taking out a mortgage on an overseas property and I do believe there are many positive reasons for researching this option before considering other alternatives. If a client is borrowing against their main home, it means they...
Furnished Holiday Lets – tax free income anyone?
Because of the changes to tax relief on interest payments for buy to lets ‘B2L,’ many are left looking for ways to improve the tax efficiency of their investments. For those lucky enough to have rental properties in areas with demand for holiday lets there is a highly...
Where to buy an overseas property in 2019
With Brexit decisions and implications clearly on the horizon, trying to predict which road the overseas property market is going to go down this year is not easy. Looking back at 2018, it was an interesting year with the traditionally popular countries such as...
A Silver lining to Brits leaving Spain
Overseas property and finance expert Simon Conn has identified potential opportunities following reports that a number of British residents are leaving Spain. Spain’s National Statistics Institute revealed a drop in the number of Brits living there in the last five...
Overseas buyers urged to use independent lawyer
People planning to buy a property abroad are being urged to use an independent lawyer – and a different one from the seller. In the summer months, Simon Conn, the UK’s leading overseas property professional and financial advisor, sees a spike in the number of...
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