Owning Abroad
Expert Advice on Overseas Home Ownership...

Dreaming of owning a home abroad has never been more achievable for today's Britons, whether you're seeking a family getaway, rental investment, or retirement haven. Our expert guidance covers everything from securing finance and navigating regulations to identifying the best locations across Europe, Asia, Australasia and beyond. Owning Abroad is here to help.

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Buying Property on the North Eastern Seaboard
Buying property on the northeastern seaboard offers coastal charm, outdoor activities and lower prices than Florida or California.
Britain's Spanish Dream Homes Demolished
Thousands of British expats in Spain face losing their homes after authorities demolished illegal properties built on corrupt permits.
Buying a Property in Scandinavia
What you need to know about buying property in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark as a foreign buyer.
Buying a Houseboat in Amsterdam
What you need to know before buying a houseboat in Amsterdam, from moorings to location choices.
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Should You Avoid Expat Communities in Spain?
Whether expat communities in Spain help or hinder your move depends on what you actually want from living abroad.
How Global Warming Affects Property Prices
Climate change poses real risks to property values, from ski resorts losing snow to coastal flooding, making location research crucial before you buy.
Buying a Houseboat in Amsterdam
What you need to know before buying a houseboat in Amsterdam, from moorings to location choices.
Buying Property in Switzerland
Foreigners can buy property in Switzerland, but the process is more complex than other countries and worth understanding before you invest.
Buying Property in Austria
How British buyers can navigate Austria's property market with a straightforward purchase process and lower travel costs.
Bargains Abroad During the Global Economic Crisis
Finding bargains on foreign property during an economic crisis requires caution, prices could fall further before they stabilise.
How to Avoid Negative Equity with Overseas Property
Do your sums before buying overseas property to protect yourself against negative equity and market downturns.
Long Term View for Overseas Property
Buying property overseas can still make sense if you're prepared to hold it for the long haul, not chase quick profits.
Finding Overseas Property Bargains
Time your property investments right during economic downturns by watching currency shifts and emerging markets with real potential.
Cheap Flights and Their Affect on Overseas Property
How cheap flight routes affect overseas property prices and what happens when airlines pull out.
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