Starting from planning, going through the project and finally doing the building work. There are a lot of rules to be followed and what is better than knowing how to apply them? Here you´ll find a guide to accomplish all the right steps, when building a house in Portugal.
Whether you want to invest in portuguese property or buy a house to live in Portugal, knowing always what to do isn´t that easy without having proper advice and orientation. Here you´ll find an overview of information about processes, costs, taxation and other details.
Living in a condominium is certainly different from having your own house. In this situation, there are other responsibilities to be considered. Find out how it works and what you have to keep in mind, when living in a condominium in Portugal.
Municipal Property Tax (IMI) is an annual tax levied by the municipalities on the right of ownership and usage of real estate located in the Portuguese territory.
Property Transfer Tax (IMT) is levied on the acquisition of real estate located in the Portuguese territory. Such transfers may also be subject to Stamp Duty. Acquisition of shares may also, in certain circumstances, be subject to IMT.
For a non-resident in Portugal, there are different laws than those applied to residents. Specially when we look at taxation and its implied processes. Know who the Portuguese Tax Law considers a non-resident in Portugal and learn about your rights and duties, here.
Buying a house or land in Portugal, selling, renting or letting it, involves a series of different processes where we can lose the thread pretty quickly. In this category, we will provide a general overview of the most important information on these topics.
Having a property in Portugal is always a wise investment, as long as you know how to manage all implied processes to its realization. The portuguese taxation system is a very important matter to take into account as further explained in this categ
The uniqueness of a country is also reflected by its laws. When it comes down to Portuguese Property Law, we are facing a sometimes complex system. However, to simplify its understanding, we keep writing more practical information and tips in this section.