The Portugal News13 OctHousing prices in Portugal keep rising
The Portuguese housing market remains under price pressure, with September 2026 prices being 7,9% higher than last year.
The Portugal News13 OctAlgarve hosts free session to discuss anxiety in children
Parents, educators and school specialists are being invited to a free session in Portimão on how to support children and teenagers experiencing fear and anxiety.
The Portugal News12 OctThe New Portuguese Real Estate Map
For many years we got used to talking about international real estate in Portugal through a relatively simple map.
The Portugal News11 OctPortugal invests €15 million in affordable housing
Lisbon City Hall is handing over the first 60 keys from 132 affordable housing units built in the Marvila district, an investment of about €15 million, the municipality announced.
The Portugal News11 OctYoung homebuyers could save on property taxes in 2027
Under the proposed State Budget for 2027, buyers aged up to 35 could continue to benefit from exemptions on IMT and Stamp Duty when purchasing their first permanent home.
The Portugal News10 OctHow much can your landlord increase your rent in 2027?
Following the latest inflation figures confirmed by the National Statistics Institute (INE), tenants could see their rent increase by up to 2.56 percent next year.
The Portugal News10 OctWhy hotel bedrooms feel so relaxing – and how to recreate it at home
There is something about walking into a beautiful hotel bedroom that immediately makes you want to relax. But what exactly are hotels doing differently?
The Portugal News9 OctPSD and PS agree to extend parental leave
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Socialist Party (PS) have agreed in parliament to amend the parental leave system and to introduce a continuous working day into the Labour Code for the private sector.
The Portugal News9 OctProperty of the Week: Walk to Carvoeiro Beach - A Traditional Villa with Excellent Potential
Set in the sought-after Paraíso area of Carvoeiro, this charming single-storey villa offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a traditional Algarve home within easy walking distance of the village centre and beach.
The Portugal News9 OctThe Best Homes Are Not Found. They Are Matched.
For years, buying property has started with a simple question: what is for sale?
The Portugal News9 OctLisbon has 37% fewer short-term rental accommodations compared to 2025
Cancelled short-term rental properties have not returned to Lisbon’s housing market, according to a residents’ association.
The Portugal News9 OctPortugal is investing €2 billion in public and affordable housing
The 2027 State Budget (OE2027) allocates €2,003 million to increase the supply of affordable housing.
The Portugal News9 OctAlgarve Real Estate Summit 2026: Where the Algarve Meets the World
On 20 November, Lagoa will host a new meeting point for real estate, investment and the future of the Algarve — bringing together professionals, investors, businesses and anyone with an interest in the property market and the region.
The Portugal News9 OctRetiring to the Algarve as a US Expat
For many Americans, retirement marks the moment when life finally becomes spacious enough to imagine something different.
The Portugal News8 OctPortugal plans major shake-up of health service
Portugal’s Government is preparing a major overhaul of the country’s public health system, with plans to merge several organisations, create a new public health agency and potentially replace the current head of the National Health Service (SNS).
The Portugal News8 OctCaixa warns of SMS scam in Portugal
Caixa Geral de Depósitos (CGD) warns customers about fraudulent SMS messages currently circulating.
The Portugal News6 OctHomes under €2,300 account for over 80% of Portugal’s rental supply
The latest data from idealista reveals that properties advertised for up to €2,300 a month now account for 88 percent of the rental listings analysed across Portugal.
The Portugal News6 OctCosta da Caparica: a different pace of life, without leaving Lisbon behind
By Marta Salgado, Sales Director at Athena Advisers Portugal
The Portugal News6 OctBack to School in Portugal? For American Families, College Planning Starts Sooner Than You Think
As children across Portugal return to class this month, many American families are already looking years ahead. For those planning to send children to university, whether in the United States or here in Europe, living abroad changes the picture in ways most parents don't expect.
The Portugal News5 OctLocal Accommodation Summit heads to Porto
More than 40 speakers will gather for two days of debate on housing, regulation, tourism and the future of the sector.
The Portugal News4 OctThe plants of Portuguese grandparents
With love, a strong sense of family, and great care for nature, Portuguese grandparents can turn a garden into a collection of unforgettable memories.
The Portugal News4 OctThe Economy of the Future Is Already Being Built
This year I had the privilege of being invited to prepare and moderate two panels at Atlantic Convergence 2026, in Lisbon. I accepted the challenge because both touched directly on areas that I have been working and writing about for several years: energy, real estate, investment and, increasingly, the digital economy.
The Portugal News3 OctFree trade agreement reaches final stage
The EU and the Philippines have reached the final stage of negotiations for the creation of a Free Trade Agreement, which is expected to lift 94% of the current tariffs in place, providing a massive opportunity for both sides.
The Portugal News3 OctGovernment allocates €16 million in rent support for young people
The Murcia Community government has announced a €16 million aid programme targeting young adults that offers up to €300 a month in rent subsidy for the entirety of 2026 and 2027, adding up to a total sum of €7,200 each for a group of 2,300 people.