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Portugal Resident15 Jul

Govt will continue to take risks even if not always successful – PM

Perhaps not the best thing to say as thousands of parents wring their hands in despair at news of the digital marking shambles, but Portugal’s prime minister has come out The post Govt will continue to take risks even if not always successful – PM appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Jul

US companies remain confident in Portugal despite global uncertainty

A new survey finds American businesses continue to view Portugal as an attractive place to invest, although concerns remain over bureaucracy, housing and talent shortages. 

The Portugal News14 Jul

These are the 25 cheapest municipalities to buy a home in Portugal

Buying a home in Portugal has become increasingly difficult, particularly in the country’s largest cities and most popular coastal areas. However, there are still parts of the country where property can be found at considerably lower prices.

The Portugal News14 Jul

European Union population to peak at 453.3 million in 2029

The European Union's population, currently at 450.6 million, is projected to peak at 453.3 million in 2029 and decline to 398.8 million by 2100, according to a report released in Brussels by the European Commission.

The Portugal News14 Jul

Can Foreign Buyers Get a Mortgage in Portugal? Here’s What You Need to Know

Portugal continues to attract buyers from around the world, but navigating a different banking system can feel daunting. The good news is that securing a mortgage as a foreign buyer is entirely possible - provided you understand how the process works and prepare accordingly.

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Boavista Property Talks Summer Edition

Hosted in the Emerson Suite at the exclusive Boavista Golf & Spa in Lagos, these informative sessions are designed to help international buyers navigate the intricacies of purchasing property and The post Boavista Property Talks Summer Edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Jul

Portugal's property market shows no signs of slowing, report reveals

Portugal continues to outperform the wider EU, UK and US property markets, according to the newly published Property Market-Index Hotspots Report 2026-2027.

Portugal Resident14 Jul

Lifestyle modelling: A smarter way to plan your wealth, retirement and goals

Lifestyle modelling is a financial planning tool that helps people understand how their wealth could support their lifestyle over time. By mapping out income, savings, investments and expenditure against different The post Lifestyle modelling: A smarter way to plan your wealth, retirement and goals appeared first on Po

The Portugal News14 Jul

After the Golden Visa: Why Gulf Institutions Are Still Buying Into Portugal

The residency route through property is gone. The capital did not leave with it — it changed shape. A Lisbon-headquartered platform is positioning to catch what comes next.

The Portugal News12 Jul

The real housing problem is that Portugal no longer speaks the same language

This week, during the Mediation Serenades in the Algarve, I had the privilege of moderating a conversation with three professionals who have a deep knowledge of the territory, urbanism and the real estate market. 

Portugal Resident12 Jul

Proposed rental law reform sparks political row over tenant protections

Portugal’s centre-right government has unveiled plans for a sweeping overhaul of the country’s urban rental laws, arguing that the reforms will restore confidence among landlords and encourage more homes onto The post Proposed rental law reform sparks political row over tenant protections appeared first on Portugal Res

The Portugal News12 Jul

The future of real estate is decided outside real estate

For many years, the real estate market could be explained almost exclusively by the indicators of the sector itself. 

The Portugal News11 Jul

The Portuguese real estate market no longer lives on certainties

For a long time, interpreting the Portuguese real estate market seemed relatively simple. 

Portugal Resident11 Jul

Pool or beach? Why Portugal’s coastline is the healthier choice

There comes a moment every summer when holidaymakers divide into two camps. Some head straight for the hotel/villa pool, settling onto a sun lounger within easy reach of the bar. The post Pool or beach? Why Portugal’s coastline is the healthier choice appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News10 Jul

Property of the Week: Best Luxury House in Europe 2025/26 - Discover this Frontline Golf Masterpiece

Panoramic Golf, Ocean & Ria Formosa Views | Quinta do Lago | Algarve

The Portugal News10 Jul

Lisbon continues to attract millionaires

In the luxury property sector, Portugal is showing positive growth, as demonstrated by the Prime Global Cities Index.

The Portugal News10 Jul

Portugal amends rental laws to ease the housing crisis

The Government approved a comprehensive reform package for the rental sector during a Council of Ministers meeting, aiming to mitigate the housing crisis by restoring balance and contractual freedom between landlords and tenants. 

Portugal Resident10 Jul

Invest in affordable housing, improve health care access – EU Council

The Council of the European Union (EU) has recommended today that Portugal prioritise affordable housing and improve access to healthcare, while ensuring that net expenditure remains within the limits already The post Invest in affordable housing, improve health care access – EU Council appeared first on Portugal Resid

The Portugal News10 Jul

An extra bedroom becomes one of Portugal biggest housing expenses

According to new data from property portal Imovirtual, buyers looking to move from a three-bedroom apartment (T3) to a four-bedroom property (T4) can expect to pay around €100,000 more on average. 

Algarve Daily News10 Jul

Portugal given a slap on the wrist by EU: ‘You must improve on affordable housing and access to healthcare’

The Council of the European Union has pushed Portugal to urgently step up investment in affordable housing and improve access to healthcare, whilst ensuring that net expenditure remains within the fiscal limits already agreed, in a statement released today, 10 July.

The Portugal News10 Jul

Portugal is one of the countries with the highest property price growth

At a time when annual house price growth has reached 16.5 per cent, Lisbon continues to establish itself as a luxury residential destination.

The Portugal News9 Jul

Car rental sector posts “record highs”

According to Publituris, the car rental sector is recording its highest-ever vehicle acquisition volumes in Portugal, gearing up to operate the largest peak-season fleet on record this summer.

Portugal Resident9 Jul

Small Portuguese Hotels adds five boutique properties across Portugal

Small Portuguese Hotels has expanded its portfolio with the addition of five new independent properties, strengthening its presence across Portugal ahead of the peak summer season. The latest additions include The post Small Portuguese Hotels adds five boutique properties across Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resi

The Portugal News9 Jul

Portugal among EU's top 10 countries for home sales growth

Portugal recorded one of the strongest increases in home sales across the European Union last year, with the number of property transactions rising by 10.5% in 2025.