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Practical notes on Portuguese law
Short, practical notes on Portuguese law for people who live in, move to or buy property in Portugal.

Technical Survey vs. Legal Due Diligence: Do You Need Both?
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Buying Property in Portugal: Is a Corporate Structure Right for You?
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The Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Program: A New Reality for 2026
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Buying a House… or Buying Debt?
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The Agent Sells the Dream. I Protect Your Reality.
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Thinking Ahead: Inheritance Laws in Portugal
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Buying a New Build? You Are Protected for 10 Years
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Selling for a Profit? Don't Forget the Taxman
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Moving to Portugal? Buying a House Does Not Automatically Grant Residence
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Buying Off-Plan? High Reward, but Watch the Risks
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Buying to Rent? The Rules for Alojamento Local Have Changed
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Buying an Apartment? Meet the Condomínio
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Need Finance? Yes, Foreigners Can Get a Mortgage in Portugal
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Owning a Home Comes with an Annual Bill: the IMI
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The Most Important Document You Never Heard Of
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The Big Day: the Escritura (Public Deed)
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The Price Tag Is Not the Final Cost: Let's Talk About Taxes
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Before You Buy: the NIF and the Bank Account
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Buying in Portugal? The Promissory Contract Is Not Just a Formality
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Buying Property in the Algarve? Make Sure Your Pool Is Legally Registered
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