Sunday, October 30, 2011

Buying a Property In Central Portugal

By Margaret James


Lots of us dream of taking the plunge and relocating abroad in the hope of an improved quality of life. The Algarve has traditionally been the favourite with expats, these days however Central Portugal is increasingly popular with cheap land and houses and a lower cost of living.

Portugal is located in south western Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. Portugal is small and stunning. It is bordered to the west and south by the rugged Atlantic Ocean and is bordered by Spain to the north and the east. Madeira and The breath taking Azores are also part of Portugal.

With its wonderful Mediterranean climate, Portugal is one of the warmest Countries in Europe. In winter you can enjoy up to six hours of sunshine a day and in summer as much as 12.

The Portuguese offer a hospitable welcome and will greet you everywhere you go. Whilst Portuguese can be somewhat challenging you can soon pick up the basics.

what ever you want you are sure to find a great property in Central Portugal. Before you commit however you should make a checklist or wish list of what you want and need to make your dreams come true. Be careful not to compromise on what you need for it to be the right decision, such as Train stations, gym facilities and shops.

Also think about how far you would want to travel to the airport. You can easily find a perfect property in Central Portugal, just an hour or two away from the nearest airport.

Take care not to rush into a huge project before weighing up your choices. It might be that it would make more sense to purchase a habitable home.

You will not be disappointed as there is something for everyone in Central Portugal with a range of different property to suit all taste. Find out as much as you can about any locations that attract you. It is a sound idea to rent locally first.

Buying in Portugal could be just what you need. It is possible to find a three course lunch with wine and coffee for as little as 5.50 per head, a cup of espresso at a bar costs around 50 cents. There are numerous stunning river beaches where you can chill out and refresh yourself in the hot summer months, and you can eat 'al fresco' to your heart's content! So why not look for a Property In Central Portugal today ?




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