The legalisation of illegal construction work
Decree-Law No. 136/2014, of September 9, has introduced a number of amendments to Decree-Law No. 555/99, of December 16, which establishes the legal regime of urban planning and building (RJUE).
Do you still have UK investments?
Many UK nationals have accumulated savings and investment portfolios using an array of options such as National Savings to Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), Personal Equity Plans PEPs) and Premium Bonds.
The EU Referendum
The British electorate has given its verdict on the UK’s membership of the European Union in no uncertain terms. In spite of the more emotional appeals to the contrary, this
EUR weekly update
Eight days ago no one had ever heard of Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon. Even today few would be able to explain it to their mates down the
The keys to successful investment
In today’s world of low interest rates and higher taxes, it has become harder for investors to create and manage a portfolio which will achieve returns that outpace the erosive
Why a ban on Local Lodging wouldn’t work
|| Part 2 – Long-term vs short-term letting The pendulum The boom and bust cycle is a constant phenomenon in many economic areas. Tourism is one of them. It comes
EUR weekly update
After months of campaigning and ensuing result uncertainty, referendum – or neverendum – week was finally upon us. Such has been the level of global interest surrounding this historic vote
Timing is everything if you are returning to the UK
There are many reasons why you may be considering a move back to the UK after living in Portugal. It could be part of your retirement plan or you could
Exchange rates and the Brexit, what can we expect?
Until recently investors tended to see the possible departure of Britain from the European Union as a domestic issue. In the last week that parochial view has broadened. Central banks
If it sounds too good to be true…
In a climate where interest rates are very low, it is easy to be tempted by the prospect of high returns for what can seem like little risk. However, there