But for a natural disaster we could all be speaking Portuguese rather than English
I am currently trying to learn Portuguese, a task made more difficult by the fluent English skills of so many locals. I say “bom dia” at the supermarket till, only
Incubators in the Algarve, the secret of success
I have been saying for a long time – and I write it here now – that few entrepreneurial ecosystems have such favourable conditions for the success of new companies
Look beyond property to unlock investment potential
For many people, investing in bricks and mortar by buying second or subsequent homes makes financial sense. Property is a solid, reliable investment that holds its value, right? While investing
Are you on top of GDPR?
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was approved by the EU Parliament on April 14, 2016. The enforcement date is May 25, 2018, which means that GDPR must be adopted by
Enjoy 10 years of tax-free pensions in Portugal
Many Britons have discovered that the Algarve is a fantastic place to retire. It is not just about sun, sea and golf. Portugal has actively encouraged new arrivals by offering
Capital gains tax in Portugal – How does it affect you?
We all want our assets to increase in value, but how much tax will you have to pay on the gain when you come to sell your property or investments?
Make sure your money lasts as long as you do
As life expectancy increases, so does the length of time needed to stretch your income in retirement. Taking the right steps now can help you afford the lifestyle you want
The unfortunate cost of a homemade will
John Cato, from UK-based Cato Solicitors, describes the cross border legal mess caused by a homemade Will and emphasizes the importance of having both English and Portuguese synchronised Wills Our
Portuguese taxation of trusts
Portuguese law views a trust as a contract. All transactions involving trusts are deemed to be made with the trustees – the legal owners of the trust’s assets – rather
Moving to Portugal – the financial essentials
Portugal receives an influx of visitors at this time of year. It is not difficult to appreciate why so many people fall in love with the local lifestyle and consider