Algarve autumn escapes for smaller groups rise in popularity
As the summer turns to autumn, the Algarve becomes a hidden gem for tourists seeking tranquillity and charm. This season offers an ideal escape for small groups looking to enjoy
Property management with a personal touch
In the picturesque region of Algarve, Portugal, a transformation is underway in the realm of property management. At the forefront of this change is Renda Atlântica, a family-owned company established
Construction costs for new housing accelerate in June, up 3.7% on year
Construction costs for new housing in Portugal in June were up 3.7% from their level in the same month last year, with this increase being 0.4 of a percentage point
Quinta do Lago unveils North Grove
North Grove provides last opportunity to purchase undeveloped land within Quinta do Lago Quinta do Lago has announced the launch of North Grove, a new development of 13 untouched plots
QP Savills introduces Atlantic Pines
A new standard of modern living in the Algarve Atlantic Pines, exclusively for sale by QP Savills, is a brand-new development of 28 three and four-bedroom villas, just moments away
Illegal renting: 60% of tenants and landlords are renting without contracts
Audit suggests tax evasion in rentals market still going strong For all the efforts in recent years to clamp down on illegal renting (particularly in the holiday sector), a new
Vilamoura’s Dom Pedro Residences officially opens
Described as a “home-away-from-home”, the apartments boast stunning seaviews and state-of-the-art fixtures Officially opened on July 15, Dom Pedro Residences in Vilamoura features 83 properties, 76 two-bedroom and seven four-bedroom
Surge in house purchases as under-35s exempted from tax, stamp duty
August expected to see double the usual number of ‘escrituras’ Bookings for ‘escrituras’ (deeds) have surged in response to the government’s new law exempting under-35s from house purchase tax (IMT)
Elon Musk “wants to buy house in Portugal”
O Nascer do Sol writes today that “Elon Musk wants to buy a house in Portugal”. Whether this is the start of the silly season or not, we will have
House prices rise by average of 8.6% in 2023
Algarve, Lisbon, Setúbal peninsula, Madeira and Porto “most expensive” areas for property The average house price stood at €1,611 per square metre (m2) in 2023, an increase of 8.6% on