1.Why Portugal?
First Thoughts – Can So Many People Be Wrong?; England’s Oldest Allies; Zé Povinho (Joe Public) And His Lifestyle; Climate; Average Temperatures: C/F; Average Rainfall (Mm); The Language; Pros And Cons Of Life In Portugal; Summary;

2.Planning Where To Go In Portugal
An Overview Of The Regions; Costa Verde And Montanhas (Norte); Costa De Prata (Centro); Lisboa Area; The Plains – Planícies (Alentejo); The Algarve; Madeira And The Açores; House Values Survey; Summary;

3.What To Buy
Where Do The Portuguese Live?; Where Do Foreigners Live?; Types Of Houses; Living In Small Villages; Living In The Cities; Living In Holiday Village Complexes; Coast Or Inland – Location, Location, Location; New House Or Resale?; Access And Facilities; Spo

4.Finding Your Property
Newspapers; Property Exhibitions; Estate Agents; Portuguese Estate Agents; Uk Agents; Using The Internet; Understanding Adverts; Private Sales; Viewing Property; Summary;

5.Renting Whilst You Look
Why Rent?; Hotels And Guest Houses; Holiday Lets; Long-Stay Lets; Questions To Ask; Rent Laws; Summary;

6.The People Involved
Estate Agents; Solicitors; Notary Public; Surveyor; Bank Manager Or Mortgage Lender; Developers And Builders; Community Of Owners And Management Team; Vendors And Landlords; Summary;

7.The Purchasing Process
Get Property Or Land Plans; Carrying Out Inspections And Surveys; Conveyancing; Promissory Contract; Providing The Funds; Transfer Tax; Deeds – The Escritura; Registering The Property; Rates; Other Taxes; Summary; Glossary Of Legal Procedures And Documents

8.Buying A Timeshare Or Property To Let
What Is Timeshare?; Other Part-Ownership Schemes; The Property Rental Market; Holiday Rental; Long-Term Rental; Landlord’s Costs; Landlord’s Responsibilities; Using An Agent; Business And Tax Implications; Summary;

9.Renovating Or Building Your Own House
Finding The Place You Want; Renovating; Planning Approval; Building Your Own; Dealing With Builders; Local And Regional Plans; The Purchase Process; Getting A Grant; The Pros And Cons; Summary;

10.Money Matters
Property Prices; Arranging Payment; Paying With Cash; Remortgaging Uk Property; Taking Out A Portugal-Based Mortgage; Using An Off-Shore Company; Budgeting For Capital Costs; Budgeting For Additional Costs; Equipping And Furnishing The Property; Annual Run

11.Before You Go
Learning The Language; Preparing For The Culture Shock; Deciding Whether To Let Or Sell Your Uk Home; Letting Agencies; Letting Yourself; Selling Your House; Moving The Furniture; Before You Leave; Family And Pets; Family Considerations; Parents; Spouse An

12.Portuguese Systems
Applying For Residence; Motoring Requirements; Importing Cars; Driving Licence; Laws Of The Road; The Health System; Alternative Medicine; Education; International Schools; Dealing With Your Finances; Tax Issues; Making A Will; Benefits And Pensions; The P

13.Daily Life In Portugal
Loja Do Cidadão – Citizen’s Shop; The Cost Of Living; Utilities; The Post; Communications; Shopping; Eating Out; Local Transport; Transport In Lisbon; Where To Find Help;

14.Enjoying Life In Portugal
Leisure Facilities; Golf; The Arts; Indoor Hobbies; Socialising With Other Foreigners; Making Portuguese Friends; Religion, Customs And Etiquette; Public Holidays In Portugal; Etiquette; Places Of Interest; Summary;

15.Changing Your Mind
Reasons For Change; Avoiding Failure; Selling Up...; ... And Moving Out; Summary;