_Buying your dream home in Europe: key takeaways from our webinar

Explore the property trends, legalities and popular locations in our latest webinar, A Home Abroad: Buying your dream home in Europe.

July 13, 2023

Here, we look at five key takeaways from the webinar - click on the headings below to jump to the relevant section:

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The summer holiday season is upon us, and for many, the dream of buying a home in Europe comes back to light.

Our latest webinar, A Home Abroad: Buying your dream home in Europe, discusses the current state of play in the European market, the legal and financial practicalities to keep in mind, and popular locations and styles of properties attracting buyers.

What property types and locations are people looking to buy in Europe, and why?

The type of property and location will vary depending on your needs. For example, is it a second home, a place to retire, or a holiday let investment? Each has different requirements and insight that we can provide.

In periods of economic uncertainty, we often see a flight to quality, both in terms of location and specification, and that’s a trend we’re noticing at the moment.

In this clip, Kate Everett-Allen, Partner in our Residential Research team, discusses the changing demands for a European home.

For more information, contact Kate Everett-Allen.

Top financial tips for buying a home abroad

Here, John Busby, Head of Sales at Traverse International Finance, shares his top two pieces of financial advice for those looking a buy a home in Europe.

For more financial advice when buying a home abroad, contact John Busby.

The typical wish list for buying a home abroad

When you've settled on the location, the next step is to define your wishlist. Nicola Christinger, Partner in our International Residential Sales team, reveals the recurring themes on buyers' wish lists.

Nicola advises her clients looking in Provence to start with a maximum list of requirements and expect it to evolve as they explore the region.

If you're looking to buy a home in Southern France, contact Nicola Christinger.

Which European locations are currently the most popular?

As Mark Harvey, Head of International Residential, says, "quality never goes out of fashion". But which European locations are buyers interested in and why?

If you're looking to buy or sell a home abroad, contact Mark Harvey.

Advice for anyone looking to buy a property in Europe over the next 8 months

Whether it's an area you're familiar with or a new exotic location, Mark Harvey and Nicola Christinger share their top tips for those looking to buy a home abroad in 2023.

For our latest property listings, please contact our overseas property team here.

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