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Bank valuation Portugal: Why the bank value is often lower than the purchase price
Many property buyers in Portugal underestimate the difference between purchase price and bank value. The article shows how Portuguese banks value real estate, why these values are often below the agreed price and what consequences this can have for financing, equity and the CPCV.
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Renovating in Portugal: Which renovations require approval and what buyers need to be aware of
Which renovations in Portugal do not require a permit and when a permit is mandatory. A practical overview of costs, duration and legal risks for property buyers in the Algarve.
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Incidental costs: Taxes and fees when buying property in Portugal in 2026
Are you dreaming of buying a property in Portugal? In our blog post, you can find out everything you need to know about the incidental costs you can expect to incur when buying a house or flat in Portugal. Roughly speaking, you can expect fixed costs of around 7 - 10 % of the purchase price. In the following, we break this down in detail.
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What is a Caderneta Predial? The tax "identity card of a property" in Portugal explained
The Caderneta Predial is the basic tax document for every property in Portugal. This article explains in simple terms what information it contains, why it is essential when buying property and how it differs from the Registo Predial.
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What does a lawyer check when buying property in Portugal? And why buyers should not rely on the notary.
Why the lawyer is indispensable when buying real estate in Portugal: tasks, risks, checks and the decisive difference to the notary.
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Registering Water, Electricity and Internet in Portugal: Step-by-Step Guide for Expats and Property Buyers
Step-by-step guide for expats and property buyers: Register electricity, water & internet in Portugal. What documents are required, tips for registration & more.