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City Guides
26 articles

Comprehensive guides to major cities and regions

Costa Blanca, Spain
33 articles

Spain – Costa Blanca: Mediterranean lifestyle and liquidity.

Costa del Sol, Spain
37 articles

Spain – Costa del Sol: coastal investment and living.

Emerging Destinations
44 articles

Emerging markets and regional opportunities

France (Côte d'Azur)
32 articles

France – Côte d'Azur: prestige coastal markets.

Green Infrastructure
49 articles

Regions with renewable energy and green infra.

Infrastructure & Connectivity
34 articles

Infrastructure, transport, and growth drivers

Investment Hotspots
1 article

Investment-worthy zones and growth corridors

Living Costs
26 articles

Cost of living information for different areas

Local Living
51 articles

Traditional crafts, local ecology, seasonal living.

Marbella & Coastal Regions
36 articles

Marbella, Costa del Sol, and key coastal markets

Marbella Boroughs & Neighborhoods
1 article

Marbella districts, neighborhoods and beach access

Market Attractiveness by Destination
45 articles

Global destination landscapes and attractiveness

Market Trends
52 articles

Local real estate market trends and insights

Neighborhood Analysis
24 articles

Detailed analysis of neighborhoods and districts

Neighborhood Guides
48 articles

Neighborhood vibes, safety, schools, and commute

Popular Areas
31 articles

Most sought-after areas for international buyers

Portugal (Algarve & Lisbon)
35 articles

Portugal – Algarve & Lisbon: diversification and growth.

Regulatory & Tax Landscape
29 articles

Regulatory, taxation, and ownership frameworks

Rental Markets & Yields
31 articles

Rental demand indicators and yield potential

Top Destinations
48 articles

Explore the globe’s hottest markets for expat buyers

Urban Market Hubs
57 articles

Madrid, Barcelona, and major urban centers

Verdant Regions
39 articles

Verdant regions with rugged coastlines and forests.

Visa-friendly Regions
41 articles

Visa options, residency paths, and entry requirements

Popular Locations for Destinations

France: Buy the Life, Not Just the Price
Neighborhood Analysis

France: Buy the Life, Not Just the Price

France’s 2025 market shows modest recovery, but the decisive factor for international buyers is neighbourhood rhythm — buy the life, not only the price.

EJ
Erik JohanssonDec 30, 2025
Villa CuratedVilla Curated
When France’s Mid‑Sized Cities Beat Paris on Rental Yields
Rental Markets & Yields

When France’s Mid‑Sized Cities Beat Paris on Rental Yields

Mid‑sized French cities and university towns often deliver higher gross rental yields than Paris or the Riviera; match tenant profiles to property type and model net yields vigilantly.

MP
Mia PedersenDec 30, 2025
The YieldistThe Yieldist
Paris or Provence? Lifestyle tradeoffs that matter
Neighborhood Guides

Paris or Provence? Lifestyle tradeoffs that matter

Choose neighbourhoods for the life you want in France — from Paris lanes to Riviera beaches — and pair that vision with fibre checks, local agents and seasonal savvy.

KA
Kai AndersenDec 30, 2025
MoveSettleGoMoveSettleGo
Green Life & Local Lore: France's Regional Property Truths
Local Living

Green Life & Local Lore: France's Regional Property Truths

France’s romance hides regional realities—market stability returned in early 2025, but opportunity lies where green living, local craft and seasonal rhythms converge. Use local data and experts.

JvD
Jeroen van DijkDec 30, 2025
Moss & HearthMoss & Hearth
France’s Price Myth: Where Value Hides Beyond Paris
Portugal (Algarve & Lisbon)

France’s Price Myth: Where Value Hides Beyond Paris

France’s cost story hides regional nuance: Paris and Côte d’Azur command premiums while cities, coasts and countryside offer distinct lifestyle values — backed by Notaires and national data.

LvdM
Lucas van der MeerDec 30, 2025
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
Why Côte d'Azur Summer Listings Mislead Buyers
Marbella & Coastal Regions

Why Côte d'Azur Summer Listings Mislead Buyers

Summer listings on the Côte d'Azur often overstate lifestyle value; test properties off‑season, check DPE and syndic rules, and prioritise agencies with local seasonal expertise.

SvdM
Sophie van der MeerDec 30, 2025
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake
Neighbourhood Rhythm: Why France’s Lifestyle Trumps Price
Market Trends

Neighbourhood Rhythm: Why France’s Lifestyle Trumps Price

France in 2025: markets show modest recovery; choose neighbourhood rhythms and architectural provenance over headline averages to preserve lifestyle and value.

EJ
Erik JohanssonDec 29, 2025
Villa CuratedVilla Curated
Where France’s Transport Map Really Shapes Returns
Infrastructure & Connectivity

Where France’s Transport Map Really Shapes Returns

France offers lifestyle variety — but returns track access. Recent INSEE data show 2025 stabilisation; buyers who pair neighbourhood charm with verified transport timelines limit risk and improve yields.

JC
James CalderDec 29, 2025
The YieldistThe Yieldist
Malta: Lifestyle‑First Buying Playbook
Top Destinations

Malta: Lifestyle‑First Buying Playbook

Malta’s compact, sunlit neighbourhoods deliver instant lifestyle gains — but RPPI data shows prices rising; prioritise lifestyle fit, renovation readiness and local agents.

MvB
Maarten van BergDec 29, 2025
MoveSettleGoMoveSettleGo
Malta’s 'Expensive' Tag: Where Value Waits
Local Living

Malta’s 'Expensive' Tag: Where Value Waits

Malta’s charm hides a small, regulated market — prices are rising, SDAs and AIP permits shape who can buy, and seasonality affects lifestyle and costs.

MH
Mia HansenDec 29, 2025
Moss & HearthMoss & Hearth
Greece: Seasonal Rhythms, Local Rituals & Market Reality
France (Côte d'Azur)

Greece: Seasonal Rhythms, Local Rituals & Market Reality

Greece blends everyday seaside rituals with active property markets; reports show rising prices and shifting foreign demand in 2025 — visit off-season, verify titles, and prioritise local expertise.

EL
Erik LarsenDec 29, 2025
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
Riviera Reality: Where Value Hides on the Côte d'Azur
Marbella & Coastal Regions

Riviera Reality: Where Value Hides on the Côte d'Azur

A lifestyle-led look at France’s coast: where real Riviera value hides, backed by INSEE and notary data to match dream with due diligence.

JB
Jonas BergDec 29, 2025
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake

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