The Portugal golden visa program offers a real estate investment route to gaining residency and potential citizenship in the country and hence European citizenship. It was launched by the Portuguese government in 2012 to encourage investment into Portugal and has since encouraged several billion Euros in real estate investment and over 2,000 family applications each year.

Real estate investment to make for European Visa

An investment of €500,000 is required in real estate in Portugal. The property, either residential or commercial, can be rented for income. Any number of properties can combine to make up the €500,000 minimum investment. Joint buyers can combine investments into one property. The property can be mortgaged for any investment exceeding the minimum. A lower investment amount of €350,000 is possible for properties to be renovated, however, clients should be aware of the  practicalities of such investment

How does it work: buying real estate and becoming an EU citizen?

The applicant needs to have made the investment prior to applying for the visa. Completing the property purchase takes 1 – 3 months. Completing the visa application then takes another few months. Once a property has been selected through ourselves at La Vida, the lawyers who we recommend can take care of the application process, conveyancing and legal work for the property. A typical application involves initial discussion with ourselves followed by a 3 or 4-day visit to view properties, meet with lawyers, open a bank account and visit immigration for biometrics. The application after this point can be processed within Portugal by the clients’ lawyers. Provided everything is done correctly at this stage the client will not need to visit again to collect the residence permits.

Get European Visa with real estate investment in Portugal

In addition to the real estate investment applicants will need a clear criminal record and medical insurance to cover any stay in Portugal. Applicants will need to maintain their investment spending one week in the first year and two weeks every two years in Portugal in order to renew the residency visa. Of course, there are fees for this route. Government fees per family member for application of the Portugal golden visa are €5,147.80. Renewal fees every two years apply at 50% of those rates. In addition, there is a processing fee on application and renewal of € 514.80 for the main applicant plus € 80.20 per family member. In addition, applicants need to plan for lawyers’ fees, typically €4,000 – €5,000 per family.

Buying real estate in Portugal attracts certain taxes, stamp duty, and fees. We recommend investors budget for around 9%-10% in total, the main element being Property Transfer Tax (IMT).

Family members include European Visa with real estate investment in Portugal

Qualifying family members include spouse and all children under 18. Children 18 and over can qualify if in full or part-time education and dependent. Parents aged 66 and over also qualify without the need to prove dependency. In some family circumstances, it is preferable to reverse the investment to ensure everyone qualifies for the Portuguese golden visa.

Taxes

Investors will only be taxed on their worldwide income if they are resident in Portugal for over 183 days in any year. However, Portugal has a very favourable tax regime for anyone considering living in the country. No taxes are charged on income for the first 10 years. For those non-resident individuals, tax is charged at 28% on income derived in the country. This can be reduced with expenses for rental income. Capital gains tax is 28% and there are allowances for costs and depreciation. There is no inheritance tax in Portugal. Annual property taxes (IMI) can vary between 0.3% and 0.8% of the property valuation, but there is a range of exemptions.

How to live and work in Portugal when you have become an EU citizen

Applicants deciding to live full time in Portugal will require medical insurance. However, families will have access to all public services including state medical care and schooling. State schooling follows the Portuguese curriculum but there are many English international schools also. Applicants also have the right to work in Portugal and set up a business there.

Travelling in the EU Schengen zone

Gaining visitor visas to travel to Europe and the Schengen zone has become problematic from many countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Once granted the Portuguese residence permit allows freedom of travel throughout the EU Schengen zone. Applicants need to simply renew the golden visa to maintain this.

Citizenship and Passport

Applicants can apply for permanent residency after five years and Portuguese citizenship after six years. For citizenship in Portugal, there is a basic language test to pass and applicants by that stage will need to demonstrate links with the country. We can advise on this. Once applicants have either permanent residency or citizenship then they are free to dispose of their investment as further golden visa renewals are not necessary.

The right to live in Portugal

Applicants gain the right to live in Portugal although there is no requirement to do this. There is a very favourable tax regime for those who do. With the residency card, all family members will have the freedom to travel to and throughout the EU Schengen visa zone with ease and without further visa applications. Eventual passport holders gain European residency, meaning the ability to live, work, study and travel freely anywhere within the European Union. This is the most popular program in Europe. The Portuguese Golden Visa offers attractive real estate investment conditions in a core European country which is part of the  Schengen zone and with a route open to citizenship after six years with no residency requirement.

 

Update on Portugal Golden Visa

October 30th, 2015  •

A revision of rules for the golden visa in Portugal has left many potential applicants confused as to the rules and a great deal of misleading literature posted on the web suggesting the Portuguese golden visa limit has been reduced.

The qualifying real estate investment level for the golden visa in Portugal is €500,000. Earlier this summer the Portuguese government introduced a new investment level of €350,000 for certain categories of real estate.

The law states the following: “Acquisition of immovable assets, the construction of which has been completed, at least, 30 years ago or located in an area of urban regeneration and execution of refurbishment works in the acquired immovable assets…equal to or above 350 thousand euros;”

The point here is that even though this new option applies, it only applies to property that is over 30 years old or located in an urban regeneration area. It involves the execution of refurbishment works. This is an important aspect.

To qualify for the golden visa under such an investment requires the necessary permissions for renovation work on the building. Such permissions and payments to contractors all need to be done legally and of course within the tax structure so the necessary paperwork, proofs and payments are fully in order. To undertake such a project would mean employing project managers and the necessary architects. The applicant would have to have all the licences in place prior to any application being submitted which will of course delay any application for the visa. To mitigate any risk it is vital to ensure that any such property would qualify within this category. Clients would need to ensure they build sufficient time into their schedule to take care of all these additional aspects.

Clients visiting to invest €500,000 in a location such as Lisbon can usually complete the necessary tasks within a few days, accompanied by ourselves and our lawyers in a methodical, established and time proven manner. The alternative investment of €350,000 will require far more time and hands on management. Golden Visa applicants should be wary of companies offering such management for a fee and in particular, remain conscious of the scope for overpaying for assets requiring reconstruction without the necessary independent professional advice from architects and surveyors. For any international client not residing in Portugal and trying to manage from a distance, it can be problematic, time consuming and expensive.

The €350,000 is reduced by a further 20% to €280,000 for renovation in low density, less developed areas of the country. This naturally does not apply to the cities or the more populated coastal regions creating issues for any future rental income potential.

 

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PAULO BERNARDO – INTERNATIONAL

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The luxury residence consisting of 41 apartments is in the immediate vicinity of shops and the small village center of Champagny-en-Vanoise. It is an exceptional location in the Paradiski ski area with breathtaking mountain views, sunny location. The ski chalet has all the luxury amenities in a contemporary design. Ideal for living or investing and discovering the art of living in the mountains. The five key strengths of this project are:

  • 5 minutes walk from the center and the ski lifts
  • Direct access to the second largest ski area connected to the world (Domaine Paradiski)
  • 15 minutes drive from Courchevel
  • An exceptional stay: breathtaking views and optimum sunshine
  • Reclaiming VAT and generating regular income

Enjoy summer and winter at the gates of the Vanoise National Park! And the fiscal climate is excellent: you can reclaim the VAT on your purchase from the French tax authorities if you give a management mandate to the local hotelier organization. With this, your ski chalet at Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise comes into the rental where you receive a worry-free net return of 3.28% to 5.49%. Of course, you can also use the property yourself!

Five reasons to invest in a ski chalet Domaine La Plagne

Buying a ski chalet: this is a unique opportunity to buy a new luxury apartment in the heart of Domaine La Plagne. This project consists of 41 cool designed and luxurious ski chalet apartments with a choice from 1 to 5 bedrooms. Your terrace has a breathtaking view of the Trois Dents mountain and the Savoie chalets of the village of Champagny-en-Vanoise. As an owner in La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise you have access to one of the best-preserved villages of the Paradiski ski area.

Luxury ski chalet Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise

Luxury ski chalet Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise

These are modern apartments with light open spaces but also privacy for everyone. The village of Champagny en Vanoise is located on the sunny south side of the La Plagne – Paradiski ski resort, at an altitude of 1250 m on the edge of the Vanoise National Park. Champagny-en-Vanoise offers nature lovers an inexhaustible source of discoveries of mountain fauna and flora. From the T2 (1 bedroom) to the T6 (5 bedrooms) Duplex terrace; all apartments have open living volumes, both in the kitchen and on the terraces. Located in the mountains, the living rooms benefit from their outdoor spaces, thanks to the large windows through which the light makes the interior shine.

Contact Dutch Ab and Jo Kuijer for a fast and reliable service that will help you find the home you’re looking for. Choose for a professional home searching service if you want to invest in French Riviera real estate. Our team will guide you through all the paperwork until the signature at the notary’s office. Our after-sales service helps with finding the right gardener, renovation team or wellness supplier. Enjoy our one-stop service on the Côte d’Azur! Call/WhatsApp +33770186203 or mail [email protected]

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Discover la Plagne

Enjoy 1,425 km of ski slopes that are connected with the Paradiski YUGE app. There is always snow certainty with 475 snow cannons in the area. It is not for nothing that La Plagne has been voted the favorite ski resort of French and Europeans. (Source: results of SnowTrex survey among 40,000 customers of 8 nationalities, La Plagne Tourist Office)

Finishing luxury ski chalet Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise

Wooden facade, stone cellar
Blade wood floors in the rooms
Large tiles (60×60) in living room and kitchen
Smooth paint walls and ceilings
A wall panel covered with wooden cladding frames large horizontal glass openings in wood and aluminum
Tough interior doors
Door knobs and brushed aluminum finishes
Wooden terrace
Pottery wall and floor in the bathroom
3 or 5 point lock

Furnishing luxury ski chalet Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise

Nicely furnished and equipped kitchen (LG, Siemens or Bosch) fitted wardrobes and walk-in closets
Fitted bathroom
Towel dryer
Extra flat shower tray or bathtub Mixer tap Hansgrohe brand Remote control heating

Collective gas heating
Ski room and bicycle storage
Caves
Basement parking space pre-equipped electric car charging

Luxury ski chalet Domaine La Plagne Champagny-en-Vanoise

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We admit it sounds too good to be true: but we actually do have a brand new four bedroom apartment at only 150 meters from the harbor of Golfe Juan. This village, located between Cannes and Antibes-Juan Les Pins is a famous resort that attracts lovers of the sea, the sun, and the French Riviera every year. A splendid holiday destination in the heart of the Bay of Juan, opposite the Lerins Islands.

Four bedroom apartment in the harbor of Golfe Juan, true or false?

In the hinterland, on the green hill is the village of Vallauris; full of artists’ studios where Picasso and Jean Marais have experienced their most beautiful creative hours. Golfe Juan offers a range of restaurants, bars, and shops with the Theater de la Mer as the central point. The sandy beaches of Golfe Juan are very popular and invite you to relax after a dip in the Mediterranean Sea in the wonderful southern French climate. Ask us for the price for a new four bedroom apartmentor visit the listing new apartment in Golfe Juan first.

Newly built apartment in Golfe Juan close to port and beach

This apartment is just a 150-meter walk from the marina and the sea, in a green zone. The beautiful garden with Mediterranean scents, flowers, and plants is only accessible to a few privileged people, such as you. Choose from apartments with 1 to 4 bedrooms. Ideally furnished with beautiful spacious sunny surfaces. Deep terraces outside make your stay here a true paradise. This residence in Golfe Juan with the looks of a villa consists of 10 apartments that are very close to the harbor. If you are looking for a 4-bedroom apartment by the sea, you can go here! The residence is built according to the latest energy and noise standards, so very economical and quiet for the residents.

New four bedroom apartment in Golfe Juan close to port and beach

Contact Dutch Ab and Jo Kuijer for a fast and reliable service that will help you find the home you’re looking for. Choose for a professional home searching service if you want to invest in French Riviera real estate. Our team will guide you through all the paperwork until the signature at the notary’s office. Our after-sales service helps with finding the right gardener, renovation team or wellness supplier. Enjoy our one-stop service on the Côte d’Azur! Call/WhatsApp +33770186203 or mail [email protected]

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Living on the Côte d’Azur is the growing real-estate brand that becomes the keyword for a luxury living lifestyle. With our new listings in Portugal, we add an extra chapter to our international portfolio for people that love the sun, the sea and an international lifestyle. With our networks in five languages, Living on the Côte d’Azur reaches out to ten thousands of visitors each month, searching to find their dream home. That can be on the French Riviera, on Ibiza, on Mauritius, in Spain and now also in Portugal. We say ‘Obrigado’ to our partners in Lisbon and the Algarve region and are looking forward to meeting you, somewhere under the sun. Find a new apartment or a luxury villa in Portugal here.

Luxury listings in Portugal

This contemporary villa in Portugal is close to Lissabon; in the Oeiras village; famous for its cultural life and great locations for sports. This is Luxury with a Capital L, offering six large suites all with magnificent sea views. The setting is perfect, with maximum exposure to the sun and besides the seaview also a view on the river Tagus.

Wonderful contemporary villa in Portugal, close to Lisbon

This contemporary villa feels like a private 5-star resort: the rooms have the best finishing with an excellent choice of materials and design. The high-end luxury villa in Portugal near Lisbon offers an elevator inside the villa with 3 stories. A unique villa in Portugal that makes you feel happy in every corner, having a magical view from each room. Central meeting point is the large infinity pool.

Wonderful contemporary villa in Portugal, close to Lisbon

Discover Oeiras, Portugal

In this municipality, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Quinta Real de Caxias and the Parish Church. For more relaxed sightseeing, visit the Fábrica da Pólvora and, with children, the Aquário Vasco da Gama. Sports lovers will visit also the impressive Piscina Oceânica swimming pool. Tourist that go to Oeiras all want to see the forts of São Bruno and São Julião da Barra. If you like Portuguese architecture, here’s one good example of a Portuguese 18th-century mansion: the Palácio do Marquês de Pombal. This residence belonged to the first minister of King José, the Marquês de Pombal (who was also Conde de Oeiras). A beautiful mansion in baroque and rococo style. Wander a day through the gardens with statues, panels of tiles and waterfalls. The property has a fascinating interior with paintings and frescos. Wine lovers must see the palace’s monumental wine cellar.

Wonderful contemporary villa in Portugal, close to Lisbon

If you want to see more pictures of the six bedroom contemporary villa in Portugal, Oeiras, you can always contact Dutch Ab and Jo Kuijer for a fast and reliable real estate service in Portugal. With our local partner, we will help you find the home you’re looking for. Choose for a professional home searching service if you want to invest in luxury real estate in Portugal. 

Our team will guide you through all the paperwork until the signature at the notary’s office. Our after-sales service helps with finding the right gardener, renovation team or wellness supplier. Enjoy our one-stop service in the sun! Call/WhatsApp +33770186203 or mail [email protected] 

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We know that you would like to invest in an apartment in Nice on the French Riviera, provided the view is stunning and you can enjoy a swimming pool, a gym and when beaches and shops are very close. Visit de Promenade des Anglais in 2 minutes bt bike and store your electric bicycle (that are available for you in the residence) later in the special bicycle shed where there is electricity available to charge your bicycle.

You see, this is a modern building where everything has been thought of. A very luxurious finish, built-in reversible air conditioning, a home automation system with which you can control shutters, light, and heating remotely. There is also a sensor on the windows so that you receive a warning on your phone at home should someone come in.

Splendid new apartment: pool, seaview, 800 meters from Prom des Anglais

The terraces are all of a generous size to take maximum advantage of the view and tranquility in this neighborhood. You are at the end of a no-through road, so only destination traffic. With a large swimming pool at your doorstep, a beautiful gym with the latest equipment and spacious apartments in a very good location, up to the hill but in the center of Nice behind Hotel Negresco, this is an investment that you will enjoy for years. Also a very well property for seasonal rental.

The best new apartment in Nice with pool and sea view, at 800 meters from Promenade des Anglais

All apartments have a sea view and overlook the city of Nice. Really a stunning picture. The building itself is 5 stories high and offers apartments of 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. The penthouses are fabulous and of course, most wanted. A new build project in Nice Côte d’Azur as we rarely come across. At just 800 meters from the Promenade des Anglais.

Nice new apartments in beloved neighborhood, behind Negresco with sea view and pool

Nice new apartments in beloved neighborhood, behind Negresco with sea view and pool

Dutch Ab and Jo Kuijer will send you the brochure and the plans that fit your budget. Use a fast and reliable service that will help you find the home you’re looking for. Call/WhatsApp +33770186203 or mail [email protected]

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An impressive and stylish building is being built on Avenue Prince Rainer III in Beausoleil. Rumors have it that top players from AS Monaco have bought here, but we cannot confirm that. The fact is that it will be a unique residence with a very convenient location for those who like being close to Monaco or regularly going to Italy or Cannes. From Beausoleil, you live exactly in the right place.

For sale luxury apartments Beausoleil, the gate of Monaco

This new residence with 5-star apartments will take you to Monaco in two minutes. Or follow the road to Italy, past aristocratic towns such as Roquebrune Cap Martin. The coast in this section between Nice and Menton also exudes a special atmosphere; the closer you get to Monaco, the more beautiful and stylish the houses seem to be. Beausoleil is known as the Montmartre of the Cote d’Azur this name has been given by the many narrow streets and the undiscovered squares.

Update: This building is sold out. But we have more properties for sale in Beausoleil!

The original name of Beausoleil was once Monte Carlo Superior, but Rainier of Monaco thought it was going too far because it was on French territory. It became, therefore, Beausoleil loved and visited by the beautiful Belle Epoque architecture.

New apartments in Beausoleil

Contact Dutch Ab and Jo Kuijer for a fast and reliable service that will help you find the home you’re looking for. Choose for a professional home searching service if you want to invest in French Riviera real estate. Our team will guide you through all the paperwork until the signature at the notary’s office. Our after-sales service helps with finding the right gardener, renovation team or wellness supplier. Enjoy our one-stop service on the Côte d’Azur! Email us on [email protected]

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Beausoleil with its charming little squares and Belle Époque facades built against a mountainside let you enjoy an exceptional panorama of the Mediterranean Sea. The new residence is located in the heart of Beausoleil, on the outskirts of Monte Carlo, a 10-minute walk from Monaco train station, 25 minutes from Nice and close to local shops.

Striking architecture with a surprise for the residents where the environment can only guess what can be found behind the facades; a beautiful private swimming pool and a solarium for the residents.

The two buildings of eleven and thirty-four apartments are harmoniously in their living environment at the end of a dead-end road, with a wooded hill in the background, in short, wonderfully quiet. The sun shines all day on the facades that, thanks to the clear coating, also welcome the sunlight. On each floor, balconies and large terraces invite you to enjoy the mild climate, while on the highest level, beautiful terraces offer an unobstructed view of the city or the Mediterranean Sea. You can find the beaches of Beausoleil on this map.

Near Monaco and close to nature; new apartments Beausoleil

Stylish and tasteful, with a choice for a serene environment with many plants and trees on different levels. So close to Monaco and so close to nature; it is possible in this residence. Ask about the brochure and which apartments are still for sale. Email us [email protected] or send a Whatsapp message to +33770186203

if you are searching for new apartments in Beausoleil, we’d love to hear what you’re searching for and the kind of luxury you are searching for. An infinity pool that floats into the Mediterranean sea, a large gym or a concierge service to full fill all your demands. We have access to all major projects that are delivered with a building delivery guarantee and ten years warranty on the new construction.

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If you are looking to buy a property ON THE BEACH, situated in Alcossebre; one of the most original parts of Spain, this is your chance. This villa in Alcossebre is part of new construction in a large triangle shape that looks like a big ship. This villa received the last license to build on the beachfront; every other new construction in Alcoceber will be pointed at least 1 kilometer from the sea. The total construction in Alcossebre houses two villas, with both their own privacy, garden, and pool. The road is bicycles only and people walking by that love the sea, beach, and nature because the Natural Park Serra d’Irta Natural Park is only ten minutes away. To be living here in the most beautiful spot in Spain you can use the direct connection of the Castellón–Costa Azahar Airport at 14 kilometers.

Unique property for sale on beachfront Alcossebre

Unique property for sale on beachfront Alcossebre

The new beachfront demi-villa in Alcossebre is built with the best materials and completely equipped with a domotic system. The luxury kitchen with double fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, induction cooking, oven and microwave from NEFF. There is underfloor heating, and air condition by Aerothermia. Individual control for each room. In the garage, you can park your car, jet-ski or bikes. Have a look a the video of the Alcossebre beachfront property for sale.

Unique property for sale on beachfront Alcossebre

Unique property for sale on beachfront Alcossebre

The ambiance is not crowded, there are no high buildings; Alcossebre is Spain at its best with a style that brings you back to 1975. The menus in the restaurants are in Spanish only and the population is proud to have reserved the unique and authentic character. Enjoy local paella, salads and vegetables, seafood and rosé wine, artichokes, and tomatoes. Braised meats and red wine, fish and white wines … a wonderful culinary essence. Alcossebre is located in Castellon, in between Oropesa and Peñíscola. The village has recently been discovered by French, English, Norwegians and Dutch people that love to blend in the local Spanish feeling. Alcossebre is a golden pearl lost in a beautiful enclave. The village of Alcossebre is a family oasis with enough activities for young and old. And the beaches of Alcoceber are what you may expect from a Blue Flag beach; only the best water, sea, sand and friendly people. The marina area offers watersports from paddling to scuba diving. On a clear day, the Columbretes Islands are visible and you can visit them to scuba dive and contemplate the colors of all marine species. There are particularly interesting inland destinations with incredible historical references to visit such as Morella, Peñiscola, Villafamés, Segorbe, Ares del Maestrat, all in a closed environment.  It is indescribable. A visual poem every morning, every night, every night. Always beautiful and always different. Delights of sun and moon, subtle and discreet in an endless concert of sea and waves. You must come to see him ………… even at the risk of wanting to stay and live here.

Some details of the new beachfront villa for sale in Alcossebre

Overflowing pool executed by shotcrete of concrete coated with tile with an average depth of 1.50 m including automatic saline chlorination system.

Carpentry consisting of fixed leaves, tilt-and-slide and lift-up slides made with extruded aluminum profiles with thermal bridge break from Cortizo natural anodized finish. With double glazing with a camera, thickness 4 + 4/12/3 + 3, 4/12/3 + 3 or 4/12/6, according to window arrangement.

Armored access door finished with iroko wood.

Sliding lattice in the same finish as the joinery.

Step, sliding and folding doors, finished in white lacquered oak veneer. Irons and handles made of marine stainless steel.

Roca brand sanitary ware, suspended type, with Grohe brand fittings (Grandera Series)

Electricity installation for 9.2 kW, made according to the Low Voltage Regulations in force. Mechanisms Jung model LS990 white color.

Lighting using LED type luminaires.

Telecommunications installation (telephony, data, and television) according to current regulations. Installation of a satellite dish.

Installation of underfloor heating by DAIKIN.

HVAC installation, with heat pump, distribution by ducts.

Installation of mechanical ventilation according to the requirements of the Technical Building Code.

Built-in wardrobes solved with the same finish as the doors, from floor to ceiling. Interior lining with hanging bar and loft.

Porcelanosa porcelain floor and exterior porcelain flooring Ascot Maple Antiskid.

Ivory cream marble stairs, with skirting board of the same material.

Countertops in Coriant type bathrooms.

False plasterboard ceilings with perimeter festoon formation and curtain walls.

Installation of plumbing for cold water and DHW, according to the Technical Building Code, solved with polypropylene pipes.

Lawn in landscaped areas with programmable automatic irrigation installation.

The printed concrete pavement in areas of vehicle traffic and indoor parcel parking. COVERED CARRYING.

The enclosure of the plot using a plastered concrete block with cement mortar and painted white.

The price for this demi-villa on the beach in Alcossebre is 1,250,000 euros. Contact us for more pictures and a presentation on the spot. More direct pictures can be found here of the new beachfront villa for sale, shaped like a ship in Alcossebre.

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Antibes new domain, 3 bedrooms, garden and swimming pool 480,000 euros

Antibes can be found between Nice and Cannes and is the second city in the Alpes Maritimes region. The seaside village is known for the Picasso museum, the daily covered fresh market and the harbor where mega yachts can be found, such as the futuristic “A” and the yacht of Apple founder Steve Jobs. For sailing enthusiasts, the Voiles d’Antibes is the annual event in June in which old classic sailing ships compete for the Cup. Nice to watch this sea battle from the beach.

Together with Juan Les Pins, Antibes offers you more than 25 kilometers of coastline, from fine white sandy beaches to rugged rocky paths around the Cap d’Antibes where the richest people on Earth live. Antibes has more than 3,000 years of history within its borders and you can see, among other things, the cathedral, the old city walls, and the castle Garibaldi.

In a residential suburb of Antibes, the Plateau Fleuris is a wonderfully peaceful living area, just ten minutes from the bustle of Plage Salis in Antibes or at Juanita Plage in Juan Les Pins. This apartment will be delivered this summer and has two small gardens; on the North and on the South. The south-facing garden borders the large communal swimming pool and the north side offers the ideal place to eat in the shade; oddly enough, shade in the South of France is also very valuable, especially after a day at the beach. Reading tip! An article about Reasons to buy a villa or apartment in Antibes Juan les Pins.

The new ground floor apartment has three bedrooms and a living room that opens onto a poolside terrace; for a large family, this is a wonderful holiday home that is also very suitable for seasonal rentals. Unlike Spain, for example, you do not need a permit for rental. Living area 85.6 m2, garden North 27 m2, garden South 29 m2, terrace South 12 m2. Including 1 parking space and 1 lockable garage box; handy for the bikes! Price 480,000 euros.

A splendid second home with a ten-year guarantee that you can already enjoy this year. Ask for the brochure and the map via [email protected]or WhatsApp +33770182603.

Do you want less space and prefer 180-degree wide sea views over Antibes? For 288,000 euros we have a 1 bedroom apartment of 44 m2 on the TOP FLOOR!

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Villa of the week: 17th century Mas in Roquefort Les Pins

For those who want to start a charming boutique hotel restaurant or are just looking for a really large authentic French house with lots of living space and land, this Mas from the 17th century is the perfect purchase in the heart of Roquefort Les Pins. The authentic southern French home with 800 m2 of living space is impressive in every respect. This starts with the large stylish wrought-iron gate that leads to a parking space for around 25 cars. Through a charming courtyard, you then enter the reception area, after which you fall from one surprise to the other.

Tastefully and creatively laid out with impressive beams in the ceiling, this Provencal stone villa with hospitality destination not only houses many rooms and spaces that lend themselves perfectly as a gym or meeting room, but also a professional catering kitchen. If you wish, you can take over a healthy, profitable boutique hotel when purchasing. For those looking for a large authentic French house with lots of living space and land, this is the perfect purchase in the heart of Roquefort Les Pins.

Asking price 3,250,000 euros

For more photos or a viewing of the new apartments in Antibes or the massive Roquefort Les Pins villa, send an email to [email protected] or WhatsApp call +33770186203

Prepare the future
Are you looking for a smart investment for your assets; then buy a villa for the whole family and place the deed of sale in the name of your children. Then you have it arranged for now and for later. You can find more luxury villas and super penthouses here.

With sunny greetings!

Ab and Jo Kuijer

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With sunny skies, turquoize oceans, and a laid-back way of living, retiring in the Côte D’Azur is a dream for many. But, buying a home in a foreign location can seem complicated. It’s important to research the process and work with a real estate consultant so you know what to expect on your journey.

Finding a luxury home 

You can do your own house hunting around the Côte D’Azur — check newspaper listings and keep an eye out for “for sale” (“Maison à vendre”) signs on properties. However, you may find it easier to hire an international real estate consultant to provide you with a personalized list of luxury properties suited to your specific needs. In addition to helping with the property search, an estate agent can help bridge the language barrier. Their services can also include drawing up sales contracts and working with the notaire to take care of legal issues. 

Mortgage

Consider taking out a mortgage to pay for your luxury home in the Côte D’Azur. While you may understandably wish to begin retirement debt-free, paying for the property with cash means you can’t use the money for other purposes. French banks usually allow buyers to borrow 70-80% of a property’s value. Buyers outside the EU, however, may be limited to 50%. In France, your total mortgage payments must also not cost any more than 30% of your net income. If you’re over 65, however, banks only factor in passive income and retirement benefits.

Extra fees 

In France, transaction costs amount to roughly 7,8% of the total purchase price and include stamp duty and notary fees. Before purchasing the home, make sure the contract includes a home inspection contingency clause. If repair problems are discovered, the seller should be willing to cover the costs. Otherwise, you reserve the right to cancel the transaction. If you’re using a loan to cover the purchase, be prepared to pay a loan registration fee — usually 1-2% of the value of the loan.

Buying a luxury home to retire abroad is a serious investment. It’s important to think through all the details and potential scenarios before you make the jump. Once you’re confident in your decision, you can look forward to a sunny retirement in the Côte D’Azur.

by Ab Kuijer//in Blog