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The True Cost of Owning a Second Home Abroad: Every Expense You Need to Budget For
The purchase price of an overseas property is visible and easy to compare. The ongoing annual cost is often invisible until you own the property — and it is frequently underestimated. This guide builds the full cost picture.
Read guide →Market InsightsTokenised and Fractional Property Ownership: The Future of Property Investment?
Fractional and tokenised property ownership has generated significant interest as a way to invest in property with lower capital. Understanding what these models actually deliver — and where their limitations lie — is important before committing any funds.
Read guide →Market Insights · United KingdomShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in the UK: 2026 Guide
The UK short-let landscape changed materially in April 2025 with the abolition of the Furnished Holiday Letting tax regime. This guide explains what investors now face — from London's 90-day rule to Scotland's mandatory licensing — and how to remain compliant.
Read guide →Market Insights · ThailandShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in Thailand: 2026 Guide
Thailand's Hotel Act technically prohibits sub-30-day rentals without a hotel licence, yet a large short-let market operates — selectively and imperfectly enforced. This guide explains the legal framework, the practical reality, and how investors can manage risk through licensed management companies.
Read guide →Market Insights · SpainShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in Spain: 2026 Guide
Spain's short-let market is among Europe's most heavily regulated, with rules varying sharply between regions. From Barcelona's licence freeze to Mallorca's near-ban on new apartment licences, understanding where and how you can legally operate is the essential first step for any investor.
Read guide →Market Insights · GreeceShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in Greece: 2026 Guide
Greece requires mandatory AADE registration for all short-let properties and caps individual hosts at two properties. Rental income is taxed at tiered rates of 15–45%, and a moratorium has banned new registrations in three central Athens districts since 1 January 2025. This guide covers what every investor needs to comply and optimise.
Read guide →Market Insights · CyprusShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in Cyprus: 2026 Guide
Cyprus requires registration in the Deputy Ministry of Tourism's Self-Service Accommodation Register for all tourist accommodation, including private holiday rental villas and apartments. The tax environment is favourable — particularly for non-domiciled residents — but registration, fire inspection, and annual renewal obligations must be met before the first guest arrives.
Read guide →Market Insights · Bali, IndonesiaShort-Let and Holiday Rental Rules for Property Investors in Bali: 2026 Guide
Bali's short-let market is large, profitable in peak season, and loosely regulated in practice — but the legal framework requires commercial accommodation to hold a TDUP licence, and non-resident rental income carries a 20% final withholding tax. This guide explains how to operate compliantly and what to expect from net yields.
Read guide →Market Insights · United KingdomSelling Property in the UK: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Selling UK property as a non-resident investor involves capital gains tax reporting within 60 days, careful cost planning, and understanding the post-2024 CGT rate changes. This guide walks through every stage of the exit process.
Read guide →Market Insights · ThailandSelling Property in Thailand: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Selling property in Thailand involves withholding tax calculated on the appraised value, potential Specific Business Tax if held under five years, and careful documentation for repatriating foreign currency proceeds. This guide explains the full exit process.
Read guide →Market Insights · SpainSelling Property in Spain: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Selling property in Spain as a non-resident involves a 19% capital gains tax on the net gain, a mandatory 3% retention withheld by the buyer, and the reformed plusvalía municipal tax. This guide explains how to minimise costs and manage the full exit process.
Read guide →Market Insights · GreeceSelling Property in Greece: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Greece's capital gains tax on property has been suspended since 2014 — a significant advantage for investors exiting the market. This guide covers the full selling process, costs, Golden Visa compliance, and how to repatriate proceeds efficiently.
Read guide →Market Insights · EgyptSelling Property in Egypt: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Selling property in Egypt as a foreign investor involves navigating minimum holding period rules, registering the disposal with the Real Estate Publicity Department, and repatriating proceeds through the Egyptian banking system. This guide covers all the key steps and costs.
Read guide →Market Insights · United Arab EmiratesSelling Property in Dubai: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Dubai offers one of the world's most investor-friendly exit environments — no capital gains tax, no income tax, and a well-regulated DLD transfer process. This guide explains how to exit efficiently and what costs to expect.
Read guide →Market Insights · CyprusSelling Property in Cyprus: Exit Strategies and Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Cyprus levies 20% CGT on gains from immovable property, but a lifetime exemption of €85,430 for a primary residence, inflation adjustments, and allowable cost deductions can substantially reduce the liability. This guide covers every step of a Cypriot property exit.
Read guide →Market InsightsRetiring Abroad: Property and Pension Planning for UK Expats
Retiring abroad offers lower living costs and better weather, but property, pension, and tax decisions require careful planning. This guide covers everything UK expats need to know before making the move.
Read guide →Market InsightsHow to Choose a Rental Management Company for Your Overseas Property
The management company you choose can make the difference between a productive investment and a costly headache. For absentee overseas landlords, selecting the right operator is as important as choosing the property itself.
Read guide →Market Insights · United KingdomUK Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
The UK property market has stabilised following the 2022–23 correction, with structural undersupply and falling interest rates supporting a gradual recovery. Northern cities and the Midlands are outperforming London on yield, making the UK a compelling destination for long-term investors.
Read guide →Market Insights · ThailandThailand Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
Thailand's property market has been reinvigorated by record tourism arrivals, the Long-Term Resident Visa programme and strong villa demand in Phuket and Koh Samui. Gross rental yields of 5–8% in resort areas and a growing HNW buyer base make Thailand one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic property markets for 2026–2030.
Read guide →Market Insights · SpainSpain Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
Spain's property market has proven resilient through 2024–25, with strong demand from remote workers, Northern European lifestyle buyers and domestic owner-occupiers sustaining price growth despite the closure of the Golden Visa programme. Prime coastal areas and Madrid continue to attract international capital, with gross yields of 4–6% available in well-chosen locations.
Read guide →Market Insights · GreeceGreece Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
Greece's property market has recovered strongly since the post-2010 crisis lows, with Athens gentrifying rapidly and the islands sustaining exceptional second-home and tourism demand. The Golden Visa programme continues — at higher thresholds — while prime Athens and island markets are expected to appreciate further through 2030 on the back of limited supply and sustained international interest.
Read guide →Market Insights · CyprusCyprus Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
Cyprus has emerged as one of Europe's most compelling relocation destinations for HNW individuals, tech professionals and international businesses, driven by its non-domicile tax regime, competitive corporate tax rate and EU membership. Limassol leads the market with strong demand from relocated businesses and professionals, while the €300,000 permanent residency route sustains demand across the island.
Read guide →Market Insights · Bali, IndonesiaBali Property Market Outlook 2026–2030: Trends, Forecasts and Investment Opportunities
Bali's villa market has benefited from a powerful rebound in international tourism and a sustained influx of digital nomads and lifestyle buyers from Australia, Europe and beyond. With a new airport planned for North Bali and emerging areas such as Pererenan and Seseh attracting a new wave of demand, the island offers compelling opportunities for informed investors who understand its unique legal and regulatory landscape.
Read guide →Market InsightsProperty Exit Strategies Compared: Selling, Letting, Gifting, or Passing On
How you exit a property investment determines how much of your return you actually keep. Planning the exit strategy from day one — not at the point of sale — is the hallmark of experienced property investors.
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