Recent News & Features

I got my Spanish Visa in 4 weeks!

Claire Harrison got her Spanish visa in just 4 weeks! Find out about her story

How getting a Spanish visa is getting easier – and faster

It’s nearly two years since Britons began grappling with the process of getting a visa to move to Spain.  We’ve kept you updated with the latest news during that time and we are happy to say that the process IS getting easier.

Apply for A Place in the Sun in the Canary Islands!

The A Place in the Sun TV show is going to be filming in the Canaries next month! If you're searching for a property in Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura or Gran Canaria get your application in now!

A Place in the Sun Live Property Showcase Dublin 2022 - Show Highlights

A Place in the Sun Live Property Showcase, had a successful Irish debut at the RDS Dublin in October which concluded a fantastic year of exhibitions for A Place in the Sun!

How much does it cost to buy a second home in France?

France is our nearest neighbour and second favourite place to buy a holiday home - find out how much it costs to buy a property across the channel

How to buy property in Florida and cushion the strong dollar

There was bad news when the US dollar reached parity with the pound last week but at the time of writing it’s up to 1.11 and further good news is that there are some things you can do to mitigate the weak pound - find out our top tips for buying in Florida in the current climate 

Ten of the best value villas with a private pool

A villa with its own pool is top of many buyers’ wish lists for a home abroad. Here we bring you 10 cheap villas in Spain with a private pool.

A Place in the Sun Live Birmingham 2022

Escape to the sun this winter (and save on your energy bills!)

Energy bills are rising across Europe and many of us are dreading the sort of money we might have to pay this winter. But such rises are not equal - find out about where you could move to save money

A Place in the Sun Live Birmingham - One week to go!

There's just one week to go until A Place in the Sun Live at the NEC in Birmingham! Find out what's to expect and book your tickets now!

Where is the cheapest property in Cyprus?

Find out where you can buy a bargain property in Cyprus! And read our top tips for finding a cheap apartment or villa...

Buyers in Portugal hit a five-year high

There's been a significant increase in the number of foreigners buying homes in Portugal so far this year