The decline of luxury real estate in Portugal
Portugal's luxury real estate market has been in steep decline since the end of the Golden Visa program
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Extraordinary contribution on local accommodation
Law no. 56/2023 of October 6 instituted the Extraordinary Contribution on Local Accommodation, regulated by decree no. 455-E/2023 of December 29, as part of the "Mais-Habitação" program.
Portuguese real estate market holds up
This Swedish real estate crisis is causing concern among analysts, who recall the 90s crisis in that country, which led to problems for the financial system. What about the Portuguese real estate market?
The ITM exemption scheme for the acquisition of real estate for resale
The 2023 State Finance Act (OE 2023) has modified the assumptions for granting the ITM exemption on the acquisition of goods for resale.
Mais Habitação Program: Lease and Local Housing
The Portuguese government has published a proposal for measures to modify the legal regimes for local housing and property rental
Tourist rentals, Portugal proposes a new tax
The Portuguese government has proposed a new extraordinary contribution on tourist rental properties (AL) as part of its housing program.
Real estate acquisitions with cryptocurrencies in Portugal
The Order of Notaries in Portugal has announced that it will publish an internal regulation aimed at overseeing real estate acquisitions made using crypto-currencies, in cases where their conversion into legal tender does not take place.
More Housing Program: Proposals for local rentals and housing
Bill no. PL 64/XXIII/2023, of March 3, 2023, also known as the "More Housing" bill, established a set of measures impacting, among other things, current rental lease and local housing regimes.
Supreme Court rules on local accommodation in Portugal
After two different rulings by the Lisbon and Porto Courts of Appeal, the Supreme Court of Justice has decided to unify the case law and the impossibility of local accommodation coexisting, in the same buildings, with permanent housing.
The real estate market in Portugal takes 8%
The real estate market in Portugal enjoyed a first-half 2020 virtually unchanged from last year, despite the pandemic. Despite the covid-19 crisis, real estate activity remained virtually unchanged from the first half of 2019.
Banks' assessment of credit applications drops for the first time in 4 years
The median value at which banks value properties for credit purposes fell to 1,110 euros in March. The effects of the pandemic are already being felt ...
TAXATION OF PROPERTY INCOME IN THE EVENT OF EXPATRIATION
Taxation of property income in the event of expatriation Property income is determined by the difference between the gross income received during the tax year and the total property expenses incurred during that year.... Read More "TAXATION OF PROPERTY INCOME IN THE EVENT OF EXPATRIATION
INVESTING IN PORTUGAL
You've been thinking about investing abroad for some time now. Whether you want to buy a second home, or invest in property in Porto.
NEW HOUSING LAW IN PORTUGAL 2020
September means back to work, and October means legislation. A new wave of legislation is about to be introduced that will have a real impact on citizens and businesses alike.
FALSE REAL ESTATE AGENCY IN PORTUGAL, THE FRENCH 1st RESPONSIBLE
Portugal is home to tens of thousands of real estate agencies. Over the past 3 years or so, many French people have decided to try their hand at entrepreneurship in Portugal, and strangely enough, they all have one thing in common: opening a real estate agency.
PROPERTY PRICES SOAR IN PORTUGAL
Over the past 5 years, Portugal has become the favorite destination of the French. The country now attracts as much for its dynamism as for its cost of living or the charms of its tax system. The first consequence of this craze is rising property prices.
ALOJAMENTO LOCAL IN PORTUGAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Alojamento local in Portugal has more than quadrupled in the last three years, from about 13,000 registered establishments in 2014 to more than 55,000 accommodations currently reported throughout the country.
HOW LONG CAN A PORTUGUESE BORROWER BORROW IN 2019?
Borrowing terms for Portuguese people vary from simple to double, depending on the region in which they invest.
BUY IN PORTUGAL MISTAKES TO AVOID
BUYING IN PORTUGAL IN 2019 MISTAKES TO AVOID You're planning your first real estate purchase in Portugal. Whether it's for a primary residence as part of an expatriation project, or... Read More "BUY IN PORTUGAL MISTAKES TO AVOID
REAL ESTATE CAPITAL GAIN IN PORTUGAL
How is capital gains tax calculated in Portugal? This article explains how capital gains tax is calculated for tax residents and non-residents.
PORTO 2ND BEST CITY TO INVEST IN EUROPE
Porto has just been ranked second among Europe's most economically attractive cities by the renowned French agency Barne.
EXPATRIATION TO PORTUGAL THE SALE OF YOUR MAIN RESIDENCE
EXPATRIATION TO PORTUGAL, THE SALE OF YOUR MAIN RESIDENCE IN FRANCE IS EXEMPT FROM VALUE ADJUSTMENT At the time of your departure to Portugal, it is likely that you have not yet sold your property. Read More "EXPATRIATION TO PORTUGAL THE SALE OF YOUR MAIN RESIDENCE
THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN PORTUGAL
The Portuguese real estate market is still going strong. In just a few years, it has become the new European Eldorado for French investors.
WHERE TO INVEST AND LIVE IN PORTUGAL
Moving to Portugal, the TOP 10 best cities
RENT OR BUY IN PORTUGAL ?
renting is becoming less profitable than buying in Lisbon. Against this backdrop, the French remain the leading purchasers of property in Portugal.
THE FRENCH RESPONSIBLE FOR THE INCREASE IN REAL ESTATE
More and more French people are investing in Portugal.
TOURISM BOOMS IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL
In 2017, Portugal broke records in terms of tourist numbers and revenue. It welcomed more than 23M tourists and 50M passengers at its airports. While... Read More "TOURISM BOOMS IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL
REAL ESTATE PRICES SET TO CONTINUE RISING
Moody's rating agency expects Portuguese property prices to rise from 7% to 8% by 2020.
LISBON AND PORTO DEMONSTRATE AGAINST AIRBNB
Lisbon and Porto residents are rightly protesting en masse against Airbnb and rising rents and house prices.
Reports of these French people who change their life in the Algarve
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_color=”warning” icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-exclamation-triangle”]On ne peut cependant que vous conseiller de vous intégrer au maximum dans la communauté portugaise. Apprendre la langue au plus vite et surtout à ne pas vous enfermer dans la communauté française… Read More "Reports of these French people who change their life in the Algarve
French nationals living abroad will not be exempt from property tax
The French abroad will not be affected by the reform of the housing tax wanted by Emmanuel Macron. The Ministry of Economy and Finance has confirmed this in an answer to a written question from... Read More "French nationals living abroad will not be exempt from property tax
Portuguese real estate: These French people are looking for good deals
Last week was held the Portuguese real estate and tourism fair. Entrepreneurs, retirees or younger individuals hope to get good advice to make a good investment. Portugal has not finished making the most of the... Read More "Portuguese real estate: These French people are looking for good deals
Prices of renovated apartments soar in Portugal
Long plagued by the economic crisis, the Portuguese capital is getting a makeover. The building sites multiply and the purchasers, in particular foreigners, rush to benefit from the charm of Lisbon. What happens to the city beloved by the writer... Read More "Prices of renovated apartments soar in Portugal
The French are the first investors in Portugal
According to the latest figures from the Agence Maison au Portugal on the Portuguese real estate market. The French craze for Portugal is now reaching new heights. Outranking for the second year in a row, the British and the Chinese.... Read More "The French are the first investors in Portugal
