Property for sale in Portugal

The demand for housing in Portugal continues to grow and there are areas that, for various reasons, are attracting more interest from investors - both domestic and foreign.

House prices around the world are under pressure as central banks raise benchmark interest rates to try to curb inflation. But the truth is that house prices in 56 countries are rising at the slowest rate since 2015, as there is less pressure from demand on existing housing supply.

Chinese property developer Evergrande announced on Tuesday (18 July) net losses of more than €72bn over the past two years, illustrating the liquidity crisis that has rocked China's real estate sector. The company recorded net losses of 476,035 million yuan (€59,051 million) in 2021 and 105,914 mil

Today, families are experiencing reduced purchasing power and access to housing is more difficult. In order to buy a house compatible with their income and pay a lower mortgage instalment, some people are thinking of moving to the interior of the country.

The municipalities where it is cheapest to buy a house are in the interior of the country, show INE data analysed by idealista/news. Choosing the perfect place to buy a home is no easy task, at a time when prices continue to rise (albeit at a slower pace) and interest rates on home loans are on the

Sustainability and efficiency are the two words gaining weight in the property and construction industry. And under that premise Keep was born. Founded by David Taranilla, the company offers 100% customisable industrialised housing from €149,000.

When we think about luxury villas, we imagine a modern, spacious house, with plenty of rooms, gardens, sport facilities, guest space, leisure areas and a of course a glittering pool.

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Prefabricated houses have become a perfect alternative in the face of rising housing costs.

The heat wave that invaded Portugal has left many people unsure of how to deal with the high temperatures. Have you ever dreamed of living in a cool place, where the temperature is mild all year round and the sun's rays never disturb?

The ideal size of a house depends a lot on the needs of each person. However, it is true that single-storey houses can be very comfortable for many reasons, as all rooms are located at the same level.

Buying a house in Lisbon is more difficult than in any other city in Portugal and Spain. This is the main conclusion of the Century 21 Portugal study, which indicates that the effort rate to acquire a home in Lisbon is 67%, the highest in the Iberian Peninsula.

One of the secrets to selling a house on the internet is to promote the sale effectively and creating a good listing is crucial.

The archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores are prime destinations for visiting, living and investing, particularly in real estate.

The Portuguese real estate market is experiencing uncertain and at the same time challenging times, with calls from across the sector for more housing supply. Demand for real estate in Portugal continues to be high, namely from foreign investors.

Around 90% of buyers interested in property in the Algarve region of Portugal are there for second homes, attracted by the more than 300 days of sunshine a year and the tranquility of the region to enjoy holidays.

"Portugal's reputation as a safe country to invest in may be compromised, given the continuous legislative and fiscal instability that impacts the real estate market".

The European Commission has ruled that for a European Union (EU) Member State to restrict home buying to non-residents there must be "overriding reasons of general interest" recognised in the case law of the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU).

Over the last decade, the conditions have been in place for international funds to bet all their chips on the Portuguese real estate market, so much so that in 2022 they led real estate transactions.

Thinking of moving to Portugal in 2023? But Is it better to buy or rent a house in Portugal? This is the question that many people ask when moving abroad, for example.

Without having managed to give an effective answer to the housing crisis, which for several reasons has been worsening in Portugal in recent years, Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa has now decided to present a new plan of attack, called "Mais Habitação", which literally means "more

After having threatened in November, and despite requests from the real estate sector to only make adjustments to the programme, António Costa will put an end to golden visas in Portugal.

Braga will invest 123 million euros in housing, three times the amount initially planned in 2021.

For foreigners, Portugal continues to be a destination of choice to buy or rent a house. The mild climate, quality of life, safety and leisure activities that the country appeals to those who are choosing the country as their new home.

Real estate industry experts anticipate 2023 to be a year of unpredictability, due to the impact of inflation, increasing interest rates, potential economic slowdown, or energy crisis.