Top 5 Tips for Building Your Own Home in Portugal

When you are planning to build your own home in Portugal, you need to be aware of the documents and procedures that you need to undertake. The following will help you understand what documents you will need for construction permits to build your own home in Portugal.

There may be some cases where an application for construction permits is not required, such as when building with temporary materials or when reconstructing existing buildings.

1. Find the right location

Portugal is a small country and it may be more difficult to find a suitable location than you imagine. if you are thinking to be building your own home in Portugal you may already have a nice region in mind that you like most. But don’t overlook the hidden jems Portugal has to offer.

There are some regions that are more affordable than others, some are actually not far from the beach and mountains.

2. Apply for a planning permission

This is absolutely mandatory and will save you from potential problems later on. But don’t worry there is offices out there who are specialized in helping you in this process, such as an architectural office. Hiring an architect in Portugal is not as expensive as you might think. Depending on the size of your project it can cost you as little as 10 € per square metre.

3. Find and hire an architect

It might seem like an unnecessary expense, but it will make your life much easier in the long run by ensuring that everything gets done correctly, within budget and on time. Also, the architect in Portugal can design your home in a way that will actually save you money, in the end you probably pay the same that you would have without an architect.

4. Consider buying land

If you are only looking to build a home for yourself in Portugal, then make sure you look in the area that is right for you and have everything nearby that you will need. Also, it is important to check if the land is suitable for construction. If you buy a land in Portugal that is located in an estate make sure to check the estate rules – sometimes there are rules regarding colours of the house or windows or the roof needs to have a certain colour and angle… etc.

5. Speak to a solicitor

Better safe than sorry. Getting legal advice will help you to understand the procedure involved and be aware of potential pitfalls.

Conclusion: Building Your Own Home in Portugal

With these few simple steps you can be building your own home in Portugal and invest in the healthy and growing housing market of sunny Portugal.

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Real Estate in COVID

From February till today all the World changed due to Covid.

On Real Estate, things also changed mainly in the way agencies work with customers.

Prices did not go down and market did not suffer as much as we could expect but people behaviour it is different.

All the digital marketing tools are today a must like photos, movies, drone and virtual visits.

Internet it is becoming more and more important. Being Real Estate a business from people to people, Covid it is changing this concept to digital to people.

We at SEEFIRST are exactly following this tendency and exploring all the technologies to give customers a safe service and the necessary confidence to go on with Life.

Why you should seriously consider joining the many expats choosing to live, work and retire in Portugal!

Should I move to the Algarve, Lisbon or elsewhere in Portugal.

It’s hardly surprising that many people find moving to Portugal a very attractive proposition.

With some of Europe’s most breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and glorious weather, it might be easy to dismiss Portugal as another popular holiday-hotspot but not consider it as a possible home.

Many people fail to realise just how sophisticated and culturally fine this special country is. Those that do are often people who have been thinking of moving to Portugal for some time and already know what a stunning place it is…so don’t miss out on your chance. If you’re thinking of retiring abroad or emigrating, consider Portugal as a very real option and the Algarve beaches are just the start of it!

Portugal was once a colonial empire and at its height called no less than 53 countries its own. It was one of the world’s first notable maritime powers and was home to many of our most famous explorers.

The climate is considered to be the best in Europe with hot summers and wet winters offering relief to residents as well as some excellent growing conditions for the beautiful plants and flowers which thrive even in coastal areas.

For would-be expats looking for an ideal location to move to, Portugal has it all.

It’s likely though that you’ve got a lot of questions to ask before you begin making plans to migrate to Portugal so check out our top ten reasons to move to Portugal, Lisbon and the Algarve below! They’ll put a lot of your concerns on the backburner!

 1: The best climate in Europe

2: The outstanding quality of life

3: Beautiful, affordable & spacious properties

4: Portugal’s beaches and coasts are the most stunning in Europe

5: The cost of living is undeniably low

6: Tasty, fresh local produce at affordable prices

7: One of the most family-friendly countries in Europe

8: Amazing, one-of-a-kind culture

9: The Algarve and Portugal generally is the perfect place to retire

10: The perfect base for digital nomads

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Buying a house in Portugal – A step by step guide

Buying a house in Portugal:
Portugal is one of the favorite locations to move abroad.
It’s no wonder that it is the first choice for many when looking to buy a home to relocate or to spend their holidays.

If you have your eye on that nice cottage with sea view in sunny Portugal, then you are in the right place.

Here is a step by step guide to take you through the entire process when buying a house in Portugal.

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