Moving, living, working, retiring abroad
My Dolce Casa Team 
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently highlighted a critical issue in Portugal’s housing market: properties are estimated to be overvalued by about 20%. Despite a slight dip in prices, the IMF cautions that this overvaluation poses a risk, especially for banks facing potential defaults and non-performing loans, reported Portugal.com. During the IMF’s annual meeting, Europe … Read more
Croatia is an excellent place to live for many reasons, one of which is the great weather and climate. The weather in Croatia is dictated by its temperate climate with four distinct seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Annual temperatures in Croatia range from the 30s to the 90s Fahrenheit, according to timeanddate.com, depending on … Read more
In 2023, the average rent in Italy per month for a 2-bedroom apartment is $1,100 per month, following a 13% increase from a year ago. In Euros, the average monthly apartment rent in Italy is €1,000, equaling a price per square meter of €13.5 to lease a rental apartment. It is about 35% cheaper to … Read more
Is November a good time to visit Paris? Absolutely! Paris in November is a great deal. Airfares during this time of year are often more budget-friendly, according to experts in the tourism industry. November, as seasoned travelers know, tends to be one of the quieter periods in the city, sandwiched between the summer influx of … Read more
In 2024, Portugal plans to phase out income tax exemptions for foreigners who live in the country part-time, according to Le Monde, a move aimed at mitigating the ongoing housing affordability crisis. This policy change marks a significant shift from the measures initiated in 2009, which were designed to attract foreign capital in the aftermath … Read more
Americans and healthcare professionals Yelena Wheeler and her husband Josh were very gracious to share their exciting and funny story of moving to Olhão, Portugal from Burbank, California, United States with two young children, 22 bags and a whole lot of humor — in just ten months. Here’s their thrilling journey of moving abroad to … Read more
If you’ve been waiting for the opportunity to live and work remotely in Spain as a resident while still being employed by a company based in your home country, your wait is over. The long-awaited Spain digital nomad visa recently launched in June 2023 is possibly the best digital nomad program of this type yet … Read more
France has a robust education system that caters to a diverse range of students, both French and international. Most expat families enroll their children in international schools in France, particularly because they seek instruction in their native language (often English), and also because they also want their children to learn in a more familiar set … Read more
If you’re looking for a sweet place to call home or to spend your vacations in Portugal, for under $300,000, this traditional villa for sale will speak to you. Located in a charming coastal setting in Portugal near the vibrant city of Caldas da Rainha, this splendid home is close to the famous São Martinho … Read more
There are an estimated 35 million digital nomads worldwide and some of the best countries for digital nomads are in Europe. Working as a digital nomad is a great way to enjoy travelling to other countries and a better work-leisure balance. Modern technology and communication tools made it is remarkably easy to work remotely around … Read more
Are you searching for French property for sale to purchase a second home, an investment property, or a new home upon your relocation to France? There is plenty of attractive real estate for sale in France, but the industry is not as digitized as it is in the United Kingdom or the United States. This … Read more
Once you’ve decided that turning a fresh page is the way to go and that moving to Slovenia will be the next chapter in your life, it’s time to start hunting for rental apartments. Since moving abroad can be stressful enough as is, we want to make your job as simple as possible. In that … Read more
Due to its friendly climate, reasonable living costs, diverse geographical terrain, state of the art infrastructure, fairy tale-like forests, and irresistible natural sights, many are moving to Slovenia from US in search of a better life, peace, and a fresh start. Although this is a tiny country of roughly 2 million people, Slovenia spoils you … Read more
Moving to Slovenia can improve the quality of your life in several ways, the most notable of which being the relatively affordable living cost in exchange for a great life in a highly developed, well-positioned and beautiful European country. In terms of what expenses to expect if you move or retire in Slovenia, it depends … Read more
So you’re playing with the idea of moving to Slovenia and supporting your new life abroad by getting a job in Slovenia? Then you’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find the most popular jobs for English-speaking expats in Slovenia as well as what it takes to get your foot in the door. Getting a … Read more
Slovenia is a tiny little transit country that’s located in South Central Europe. Bordering with Austria, Hungary, Italy, and Croatia, it’s one of the most conveniently placed destinations that many consider not only as a solid option for retirement as an expat, but also a surprisingly gorgeous country to call home. But what makes retiring … Read more