Many years ago, Spain was a bargain hunters paradise. Cheap property, holidays, food and drink made it a favourite for property investors and holiday makers alike. Not so today with the exaggerated increase in mortgage interest rates and basic food stuffs.

Two of the biggest regrets people, especially permanent residents, have in relation to buying property in Portugal is that they chose the wrong location and that they didn’t thoroughly research the potential for work.

Choosing the right location for your needs is essential and must be very carefully considered.

Those wishing to buy a property as a holiday home, or to rent out will often have completely different needs to those looking to permanently relocate.