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The lowdown on leaseback

How and why have French leaseback schemes been a slow-burn success?

1 January 2012

The Adriatic's new A-list

They share one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe, but what is happening in the property markets of Croatia, Montenegro and Albania?

1 January 2012

Resort fees: do you get what you pay for?

Buying on a resort can be a great way of getting a secure, hassle-free home with great amenities on your doorstep. But don't forget you tend to get what you pay for (although not always), so are you truly aware of the ongoing costs?

1 January 2012

Greece: Gifts to be had or time to beware?

Greece faces a return to the drachma and years of austerity. But does that mean rich pickings for overseas buyers?

1 January 2012

Affordable Tuscany

Bestselling books and celebrity residents have fuelled property prices in the hotspots of Tuscany. But the market has now corrected itself - and affordable projects are springing up, so the Tuscan dream may not be out of reach...

1 January 2012

In a tangle with TAPU?

Turkey remains a highly popular market, yet our inbox is dominated by questions about Turkish title deeds (or TAPU). In an effort to clear up some of the confusion, we address the typical issues...

1 January 2012

10 things you should never do when buying abroad

The Association of Overseas Property Agents (AIPP) formed in 2006 to provide some regulation in the industry. After five years of operations, it's now well placed to offer insight into the common pitfalls....

1 January 2012

10 things to consider when buying fractional

All fractionals aren't equal in this world. Overseas property expert Cheryl Markosky shares some pointers on how to choose between schemes that are winners and losers...

1 January 2012

How to market your rental

You need all sorts of tools to spread the word out about your rental property, says Tom Lei, of Alpha Holiday Lettings

1 January 2012