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Essential information on financing your upcoming home purchase.

To obtain a mortgage loan, you will need to gather various documents, including bank statements, tax returns, and W-2s. Additionally, you will need to meet specific income, credit, and debt requirements to qualify for a...

THE D7 PASSIVE INCOME VISA

In the past two years both The Golden Visa and the Non-Habitual Residency accords suffered some limiting changes, which impacted applications of clients who wished to invest in Portugal. As a way to guarantee residence...

HOUSE HUNTING IN THE ALGARVE FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions When house hunting in the Algarve, certain questions come up and we’ve answered the favourites here. If you have a question we have not covered, please email info@a1-algarve.comand we will get you...

BUYING ILLEGAL CONSTRUCTION IN THE ALGARVE

Since the demand for property in the Algarve has increased during the last years, we are finding that more and more houses for sale have illegal extensions, unauthorised swimming pools or missing documents. Is it...

A LAWYERS’ ADVICE HOW TO GET A DIGITAL NOMAD VISA IN PORTUGAL

With the increase of remote work opportunities in the world, there are many professions in which it is possible to live as a digital nomad. Portugal is one of the best ranked countries in the...

What’s the advantage to live and work in the Central Algarve?

The Central Algarve region of Portugal is known for its beautiful beaches, mild climate, and relaxed lifestyle. Living and working in this area can provide a higher quality of life, with opportunities for outdoor activities...

What is a digital nomad?

A digital nomad is a person who is able to work remotely, often while traveling to different locations around the world. They use the internet and technology to stay connected to their work and clients,...

Portugal, the new expat haven for Americans – why you should move here right now!

Portugal’s attractiveness for North Americans and Canadians is on the rise, and the growing number of families and US nationals who choose our country to live in is increasing the demand for homes in the...

The sole agent sales mandate: the buyer’s winning advantage

This issue is especially pressing in Portugal, as the real estate market is not sufficiently regulated and listings by multiple agents are habitual. In other words: when you look for properties in Portugal you will...

Government announces new measures to support technological business

Startup Portugal and Government announce four new measures to support entrepreneurship: updating the Startup Hub and launching digital residences, the Balcão do Empreendedor and the program to modernize the interior + CO3SO Digital. The measure...