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Best places to buy property to rent in Portugal in 2026

Braga is the best place to buy property to rent in Portugal for gross rental yield, according to idealista data for the third quarter of 2026. The northern city recorded a gross residential yield of 8.4%, the highest among Portugal’s district and autonomous-region capitals included in the compa
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Rents in Portugal could rise by 2.56% in 2027: a guide for landlords and tenants

According to definitive inflation data released by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), rents for existing contracts may be updated by 2.56%, above the 2.24% applicable in 2026. Rent does not automatically increase with the start of the new year, but those who own a rented house or live in one can already start planning for 2027.
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After the keys, the problems: housing complaints rise across Portugal

Buying a home can be a dream, but it can also bring problems and disputes. The number of complaints linked to the housing sector is evidence of that: during the first eight months of this year, they almost matched the total for the whole of 2025, when 739 complaints were recorded.
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Renting a home: complete guide to the RSAA, now in force

At a time when increasing the supply of rental homes is a major concern, Portugal’s Simplified Affordable Rental Scheme (Regime Simplificado de Arrendamento Acessível, or RSAA) has come into force. But what exactly is the scheme, who can join it, and are there benefits for landlords and tenants? Deco Alerta addresses these and other questions in this week’s piece.
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Houses in Portugal

Tenants will only be able to buy a rented home after at least three years

The government wants to restrict tenants' right to buy the house they live in when the owner decides to sell it and, in parallel, limit the situations in which a rental contract can be transferred to another person after the death of the holder. These two changes are part of the rental reform proposal submitted to Parliament and, according to the Executive branch, aim to reduce obstacles to property management and encourage investment, but still depend on parliamentary approval.
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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
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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
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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.
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Rental prices rose 5.9% per m2 in Portugal in January 2024

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.
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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.
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