Rightmove Overseas Property https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/ Overseas property market news, comment and features Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:46:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Selling property in Spain: Why you need to know about the banker’s draft https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/selling-property-in-spain-why-you-need-to-know-about-the-bankers-draft/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:46:36 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32105 When you sell a property in Spain, it’s easy to think the hard work is done once you’ve agreed on a price and signed on the dotted line. But when it comes to receiving the proceeds from your sale, there’s one detail that often catches sellers by surprise: the Spanish banker’s draft. Unlike in the [...]

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]]> The hidden costs of buying property abroad (and how to prepare for them) https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/the-hidden-costs-of-buying-property-abroad-and-how-to-prepare-for-them/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:07:06 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32079 It’s easy to focus on the listing price when you’re buying property abroad, but that’s rarely the whole picture. Whether you’re planning for retirement, searching for a sun-soaked getaway, or making a long-term investment, there are often hidden costs that can catch you off guard. These extra expenses vary from country to country, and if [...]

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]]> 5 essential tips for buying property and settling into life abroad https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/5-essential-tips-for-buying-property-and-settling-into-life-abroad/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:29:05 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32071 Buying a property abroad isn’t just a financial decision; it’s the start of a new way of living. From different languages and customs to local laws and everyday routines, there’s a lot to navigate when you move abroad. This guide shares five practical tips to help you feel more prepared at every stage of the [...]

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]]> How to build a realistic budget when buying property overseas https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/how-to-build-a-realistic-budget-when-buying-property-overseas/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 08:48:54 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32057 Buying property abroad is a big step, and an exciting one. Whether you have your sights set on a bustling city or a quiet coastal town, the Mediterranean or the Alps, a clear, confident budget is the first step to making it happen.  Getting to grips with the full financial picture, from legal fees and [...]

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]]> Getting started with purchasing a property overseas https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/getting-started-with-purchasing-a-property-overseas/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:00:41 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=31997 Why settle for a steak bake in the UK drizzle when you could be sipping grappa in your own Greek villa, or savouring the sunshine from your condo in Spain? Many Brits opt to leave the UK for a new life overseas – but you don’t necessarily have to relocate to live the dream. Foreign [...]

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]]> How do I pay for a property abroad? https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/how-do-i-pay-for-a-property-abroad/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:00:41 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32007 The process of paying for a property abroad isn’t a world away from the one at home – British buyers often top the table of foreign buyers in hotspots across Europe. But there are still a few key factors to consider. For example, legal processes and fees can differ, and you will certainly need to [...]

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]]> Five things to consider when retiring overseas https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/five-things-to-consider-when-retiring-overseas/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:00:34 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=32013 If your plans for your golden years include golf in the sunshine, fine dining, or immersing yourself in another historic culture, then life abroad as a UK pensioner beckons.   But before you make your move, there are five important factors to consider if you want to make sure that your pension pot continues to [...]

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]]> Want to move overseas in 2025? 11 countries for the top of your list https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/want-to-move-overseas-in-2025-11-countries-for-the-top-of-your-list/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:00:27 +0000 https://www.rightmove.co.uk/overseas-magazine/?p=31983 An estimated 3.5 million British citizens already live overseas – could you be next? If you’re thinking of leaving the UK behind in 2025, whether for work, family, retirement or just a change of scenery, our list of 11 of the most popular countries to move will help you choose wisely. From the most popular [...]

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