Investing in property overseas can offer more than just a holiday home or rental income, it can also provide various tax benefits. Understanding these tax benefits is essential for maximising returns and minimising tax liabilities. 1. Tax deductions Owning real estate overseas opens up avenues for various tax deductions that […]
Maintaining Property in Spain — Things You Need to Know
Spain is a sought-after location for Brits wanting to buy an overseas property. Besides having a warm climate and beautiful natural destinations, it’s affordable for Brits to purchase property. The cheapest towns in Spain in which to do so include Alcaudete de la Jara (£292 per sqm), Fuente Obejuna (£294 […]
7 Tips For Selling Your Home When Moving Overseas
Moving to a foreign country can evoke a mix of excitement and anxiety. Amidst the preparations and anticipation, selling your current home is a significant step in the process. Ensuring a smooth and successful sale is essential for your peace of mind and financial stability. If you find yourself facing […]
Tips For Brits – Buying Property Abroad
How to protect your overseas property investment
As much of Europe and some American states enter various forms of distancing and lockdown to stem the coronavirus crisis, property investors may be concerned about the impact on their overseas properties. Fortunately, even if you’re not able to get out there in person, there are some simple ways to […]
Holiday Villa Accommodation – Is It ‘Commercial’?
Mark McLaughlin highlights a tax case in which HMRC challenged a loss relief claim in respect of a holiday villa. Property businesses that provide residential accommodation tend to be profitable in most cases. However, unfortunately, losses sometimes arise. For example, an individual may incur losses in the early years of […]
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Finding A Property On Italy’s Most Glamorous Coast
There are few coastlines in Europe more glamorous than Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Stretching from Marina di Cantone to Salerno, some 60km to the east – and taking in world-famous resorts such as Amalfi, Ravello, Positano and Praiano – it is characterised by vertiginous cliffs, picturesque waterfront villages and an azure-blue […]
Back to school: Europe’s student accommodation is ripe for investments
Did you know that student accommodation earns 4–6% yields per annum on average? George Kachmazov, real estate investment expert and managing partner of Tranio.com, explains why it brings in twice as much as standard residential property (2–3%) and how to choose the right city. International investors have a problem: the […]