Housing tax package: what changes for tenants and landlords?
The new housing tax package approved by the Government aims, in broad terms, to respond to the housing and access-to-housing crisis currently affecting the country. There is an urgent need to increase the supply of homes on the market at prices that most people can afford, both to buy and to rent.
Municipal Property Transfer Tax (IMT) in Portugal for foreigners
Buying property in Portugal involves more than agreeing on a purchase price.
Housing package explained by lawyers: guide to the new tax rules
In this Q&A guide prepared for idealista/news, tax lawyers André Areias and Beatriz Vale Rêgo of Cuatrecasas explain what changes with the housing package, who can benefit from the new rules and the main tax points to consider in real estate transactions.
Selling a house: common mistakes to avoid if you want the best price
Selling a house in Portugal might look straightforward at the moment. The property market is performing at record levels, with prices continuing to climb — reaching €6,059 per m² in Lisbon and €4,060 per m² in Porto in February 2026.
Key documents you need to file your tax return in Portugal
For most residents who file their tax return in Portugal, the Tax Authority already holds much of the information needed for the automatic IRS return, based on invoices and data reported by employers, banks and other entities. However, some types of income and deductions are not filled in autom
Checklist for buying property in Portugal: steps for a safe purchase
If you’ve been scanning listings in the Algarve, eyeing up townhouses in Lisbon, or thinking about a slower pace in the Alentejo, having a clear checklist for buying property in Portugal makes the whole process far less daunting. The system for buying a house in Portugal isn’t especially compli
The real cost of buying property in Portugal in 2026: a guide for foreigners
Are you thinking about moving to Portugal or investing in Portuguese property in 2026? Whether your goal is a permanent home, a holiday villa, or a buy-to-let investment, understanding the full cost of buying property in Portugal is crucial.
Portugal raises property transfer tax for non-resident buyers under new tax plan
Portugal has moved from headline announcements to concrete legislation on higher property taxes for non‑resident buyers.
Buying a house to rent: is it a good investment?
Buying property to put on the rental market is a viable investment option, but does it pay off in Portugal?
Buying a house in Portugal - everything you need to know
Buying a property in Portugal - be it a flat, a house, a farm, or a plot of land - is a rather complex process and implies compliance with several legal requirements.
Tax benefits for choosing to live in the countryside in Portugal
The COVID-19 pandemic has been awakening a new interest in areas of Portugal that are less densely populated. And there is now good news for those who are thinking of changing their lives and replacing life in the city with less urban areas.
Household expenses in Portugal in 2020
Everything indicates, except in the case of unexpected surprises, that the Portuguese will benefit in 2020 from an increase in purchasing power, thanks to improved economic conditions and falling unemployment, together with an expected rise in wages, on average, above inflation.
Taxes for residents and non-residents when buying property in Portugal
The difference between buying a house in Portugal being a resident or not depends on the purpose of the house. If you buy a house to live in Portugal, you are buying a permanent home and are a resident, but if you do not live in Portugal and you buy property there it will count as a second home.
New luxury homes in Lisbon's Avenida da República will be exempt from IMI and IMT taxes
29 new luxury apartments are due to be built at number 95, Avenida da República in Lisbon and because of its status as a classified property, the buyers of any future apartments there will be exempt from having to pay the IMI and IMT property taxes.
Ex-pats pay 50% more to buy Portuguese houses
Much has been said about the importance of foreign investment in the current dynamism of the real estate market in Portugal.
12 steps to follow to buy a house in Portugal
Buying a house can be a real headache, whether it’s your first time or you’re an old hand.
Renovating a home: do you know all the tax exemptions, benefits and discounts?
Urban regeneration is not only in vogue, it's here to stay. It’s a sector that has also introduced a new dynamic to the Portuguese real estate market.
IMT: what it is and how to work it out
The Municipal Property Transfer Tax (Imposto Municipal sobre a Transmissão Onerosa de Imóveis or IMT) is a tax on onerous transfers of properties in Portuguese territory.
What are the costs involved in buying a house in Portugal?
The cost of buying a house is more than just your monthly mortgage payments.