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D7 vs D8 Visa in 2026: Income Rules for the Algarve

Legal & Taxes

21 Jul 20268 min read16

D7 vs D8 Visa in 2026: Income Rules for the Algarve

Two numbers decide your Portuguese visa: €920 or €3,680/month. Here's exactly which one fits your move to the Algarve in 2026.

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Buying Property in Portugal as a Foreigner: 2026 Step-by-Step

Buying Guide

13 Jul 202611 min read81

Buying Property in Portugal as a Foreigner: 2026 Step-by-Step

The exact sequence — from NIF to escritura — with real 2026 costs, timelines, and the new under-35 exemption. Your practical checklist.

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Best Areas to Buy Property in the Algarve: From Lagos to Tavira

Lifestyle

11 Feb 202612 min read64

Best Areas to Buy Property in the Algarve: From Lagos to Tavira

A comprehensive comparison of the Algarve's most popular locations for property buyers. Discover which area matches your lifestyle, budget, and investment goals.

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Portugal Tax Guide for Property Owners: NHR 2.0, IMT, IMI and Beyond

Legal & Taxes

19 Jan 202614 min read45

Portugal Tax Guide for Property Owners: NHR 2.0, IMT, IMI and Beyond

Navigate Portugal's property tax landscape with confidence. From purchase taxes to annual obligations and the new IFICI regime (NHR 2.0), here's everything foreign property owners need to know.

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Algarve Real Estate Market 2026: Investment Trends and Opportunities

Market Trends

10 Jan 202614 min read24

Algarve Real Estate Market 2026: Investment Trends and Opportunities

Comprehensive analysis of the Algarve property market in 2026, including price trends by region, rental yields, and the best investment opportunities for international buyers.

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