How to rent an apartment in Portugal: a step-by-step guide
Renting property in Portugal is often the first step for anyone planning a move.
Rental contracts in Portugal: rules you should know
If you’re renting in Portugal, the contract matters far more than in other countries.
How to rent out a property in Portugal
Portugal’s property market continues to attract international buyers, investors and second-home owners.
Short-term rentals in Portugal: rules, AL licences and legal changes
In recent years, short-term rentals in Portugal have come under real pressure, particularly in major cities where restrictions and political debate have put the sector under the spotlight. For many owners of tourist rental property, the legal uncertainty has been just as challenging as the rule
How to terminate a rental agreement: step-by-step guide
Terminating a rental agreement in Portugal is a right of both tenants and landlords, but it requires compliance with precise legal rules, from notice periods to the correct way to communicate the intention to leave.What is a lease termination?Valid reasons for terminating the contractNotice periods
Renting a house in Portugal: supply soars by 59% at the end of 2024
The Portuguese rental market experienced a slowdown in mid-2024, likely due to both a lack of available properties and new incentives for home purchases, such as lower interest rates or the IMT exemption for young buyers.
Essential phrases for buying or renting property in Portugal: your complete guide
Are you considering buying or renting a house in Portugal?
Cheap apartments for rent in Portugal: Your ultimate guide
Discovering affordable apartments for rent in Portugal is becoming a priority for many looking to enjoy the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes this diverse country offers.
Renting a house: these are the 10 cheapest towns in Portugal
Renting a house in Portugal continues to be an option for many households, given the flexibility it presents, along with the lower initial investment required compared to purchasing a home. However, rental prices continue to become much more expensive in large urban centers, putting pressure on salaries.
Rental prices rose 5.9% per m2 in Portugal in January 2024
Portugal is mired in a housing crisis, with house prices, both for buying and renting, remaining high. Increasing supply is the solution put forward by many players in the property sector, but there are several challenges to overcome along the way.
Rent property in Portugal quickly: 30% of properties on the market for less than 7 days
In Portugal, there is a shortage of houses for rent in the residential market. As a result of high demand, properties across Portugal are only on the market for a short time. To be precise, about 30% of the houses rented in February via idealista were on the Portuguese market less than a week.
The cheapest municipalities to rent a house in Portugal
When choosing a house to rent, one of the key factors is the cost.
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?
Renting out homes in Portugal: the dynamics of a market with a lack of supply
Rental housing is a market that is staying buoyant, even in pandemic times. More and more families are renting their homes in Portugal. The price of houses for rent is showing signs of growth. Rental subsidies continue at a good pace, although they do not reach all families.
Is a guarantor required for rental contracts in Portugal?
The rental market seems to be gaining popularity in Portugal, with more and more people choosing to rent rather than buy.
Rooms for rent and shared accommodation trends in Portugal in 2020
Renting a room in Portugal is no longer a trend that is exclusively linked students.
Madeira and the Azores invest in housing support programmes as a result of the coronavirus pandemic
Many of the measures announced to tackle the effects of the coronavirus in Portugal only apply to the mainland or hve different conditions in Portugal's islands.
Rental contracts - changes in income tax
If you rent out a property in Portugal then be aware that there are some changes in the amount of income tax (IRS) that you will have to pay on your rental income when it is declared.
If you bought a property with a mortgage in Portugal, you can rent it out
Properties purchased in Portugal on credit can be rented out without restrictions and without the risk of worsening your mortgage conditions starting from 2020, provided that the rental contract mentions that there is a mortgage. Do you still have questions?
Costs to consider when renting out your property in Portugal
Renting out your holiday home the rest of the year while you are not using it can be an additional source of income. The Portuguese real estate sector is currently very dynamic, and demand is on the rise, often exceeding supply so that higher rents can be charged.
Should the tenant authorise visits to the property when the landlord wants to sell it in Portugal?
Imagine you live in a rented property and the landlord decides that they want to sell it. Do you, as a tenant, have to authorise the landlord to allow visits to the property?
How to change the titleholder of an electricity or gas contract in Portugal
Often after moving, be that because of having changed to another rental house or bought a house, the previous electricity and gas contracts are still in force. In these cases, since the contract is in another person’s name, it’s necessary to change the titleholder.
Rental deposit in Portugal: a complete guide for landlords and tenants
A tenancy deposit to rent a house is often a cause of friction between landlords and tenants. Deposits on rental are regulated legally by the Portuguese Civil Code, but it is not always easy for both parties to understand their rights and responsibilities when it comes to deposits.
The law is changing for Portuguese real estate agents after 26th June 2019
This week, real estate agencies and other companies operating in the Portuguese real estate sector will be subject to a new regulation that comes into force on 26th June 2019.
Your guide to rental assistance for young adults in Portugal: applications for Porta 65 start in April
The next application period for the latest edition of the Porta 65 Jovem rental programme is coming up: it is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. on 16th April 2019 and end at 6 p.m. on 21st May 2019.