gbsshs
3/3/2016 08:08 EST
We will be moving to Portugal this summer. We will be visiting the Algarve for one week to explore the area for living possibilities, 14-22 March. We would like to meet with other English-speaking expats for coffee/lunch/dinner (our treat) in exchange for the opportunity to meet other expats and learn some new information about the Algarve and, in particular, the Silves District. We're from North America, retired, in our early 60s, and interested primarily in pottery, music (acoustic instruments), live theatre, basketry and gardening. We look forward to our move to Portugal, after having lived for four wonderful years in Ireland!
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Countga
3/3/2016 10:04 EST
A week does not give you much time to see the Agarve. Tons of English speakers in the Algarve, including Brits, Irish and Scots. I'm from USA & have been in Tavira about 2 months. Feel free to contact me if in the area: 93 777 9347 cell. The pottery city around here is Porches, is my understanding. It is southeast of Silves about 13 km by road. I've not been to Silves but it's on my list. Have a good trip and visit.
Gary
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buddha13
3/3/2016 10:49 EST
Hello...any and all info regarding Algarve region of Portugal I too am considering a move soon...really would like to be e-mail friends @ curtis4par@sbcglobal.net...Countga Thanks :)
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muffett
5/23/2016 12:10 EST
Hi Gary,
I was in Tavira a couple weeks ago, really loved it and plan to return after summer and rent an apartment for a longer stay and see how I like it. Any tips you can tell me about Tavira? I met some cool people at Pessua and around. Too bad I didn't see your post...Any other places you recommend to connect with people?
Or tips on renting? If I like it, I would like to buy a townhouse. How is the winter? I currently live in Connecticut so I am sure it is much better in Tavira!
Lisa
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Countga
5/23/2016 13:45 EST
Hi Lisa. It appears Tavira is getting more popular. Of course, summer season is upon us. Today it was about 80F & sunny, of course. Rentals - 90+ % are furnished. Two names for you. Jose da Marta at rentals@portugal-accommodation.com. And, Angela Dias at eapm@iol.pt. Winters are not bad not compared to Connecticut! Seems like mostly 40s & 50s & into low 60s. Most of the rain occurs in winter. Algarve considered semi-arid. Can also get warm in the summer. I was here - in Carvoeiro- last July and it got to 103 F but it didn't feel that bad. July is always dry. I have not met that many folks thus far because I don't hang out at the sidewalk cafes. Know my neighbors, of course. Hope this information helps. Cheers! Gary
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muffett
5/23/2016 14:15 EST
Thanks, Gary. I promise not to tell many people...I don't think it will have much appeal to Americans actually. I am an artist and like the light and the vibe.
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muffett
5/25/2016 09:56 EST
Might you also have recommendations for a lawyer and/or real estate agent for
buying property? I am thinking of puirchasing a townhouse.
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evelynlammes
5/30/2016 12:49 EST
Hi, We are thinking about moving to the area in a few yrs. First we want to take 3 weeks and tour the different areas to see what would be a good fit. The draw to the Algarve area is the l0w cost of living and the good medical
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jordan6223
6/6/2016 01:44 EST
Hello Muffet: I can recommend you a real estate agent called Elly van Hulst (http://www.property-runner.com) and a lawyer (http://fernandomartinsadvogado.pt/en)
We bought our house in Santa Catarina from Elly and Fernando was our lawyer.
Hope this helps.
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snorkelmom
6/12/2016 23:39 EST
Hello-We are a married couple and my husband has just retired. I am wondering if you know if a couple could rent in a nice area and keep the monthly budget to 2000. US dollars a month including rent? I know you can only stay 180 days I believe it is so I guess we would need a short term rental. Do you know if this is possible? Also preferably in an area where English is at least somewhat spoken. Thanks for any tips. We don't need an apt even a room would be fine.
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Sixyears
6/13/2016 08:35 EST
We are also planning on retiring there for as many months allowed a yr. We will be coming over in a yr or so to spend a few weeks to make sure our choice is the right one. Any info regarding the area and cost of living will be greatly appreciated thanks
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Olgaolga
6/16/2016 07:23 EST
Please see the following link: http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/
there you can make comparison and see difference of prices in your country and Portugal.
Best regards,
Olga Romanyuk
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JoanaMartinsFarinha
6/17/2016 12:15 EST
Dear Muffett
I hope this message finds you well.
I am a lawyer and I worked at the Foreign Investment and Tourism Department in a lwa firm, and currently I am trying the private practice.
If you need any help, please let me know.
Kind regards,
Joana
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muffett
6/17/2016 13:14 EST
Thanks, Joana.
Where are you located? Can you send me your office/website (if you have one?)
Lisa
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JoanaMartinsFarinha
6/17/2016 13:29 EST
Honestly I dont have an website since I am only in private practice since last Tuesday. I am now dealing with all that things. But you can find me (just for you to know that I am real) in Linkedin if you wish. If you wish I can meet you in a place that is convenient to you. Just let me know what you prefer.
Hope this helps.
Joana
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JoanaMartinsFarinha
6/17/2016 13:29 EST
Honestly I dont have an website since I am only in private practice since last Tuesday. I am now dealing with all that things. But you can find me (just for you to know that I am real) in Linkedin if you wish. If you wish I can meet you in a place that is convenient to you. Just let me know what you prefer.
Hope this helps.
Joana
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ASL
6/26/2016 18:20 EST
Hello,
May I suggest that you take a look at our website www.algarveseniorliving.com which has a good breadth of information on a number of topics, as well as links to other insitutional sites with relevant information.
We have for some time operated a number of "Discovery Tours" which are one of our most popular services. These allow prospective future residents to understand the areas in which they might wish to reside as well as real estate (rental or purchase) options within them. It is by far the most efficient way of understanding your options. Area before property as we tend to say...
Feel free to be in touch. Regards
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ASL
6/26/2016 18:34 EST
Hello,
You will be able to live comfortably on a budget of $2,000 a month, in aprticular as the USD has hit record highs against a few currencies. You should be able to find a long-term rental, although all-year rentals are increasingly difficult to find as people switch their properties to often more lucrative summer rentals.
It was not clear whether you actually wished to remain more than 6 months, but if so you should consider residency posisbly under the NR program, if you qualify. Less than 6 months, you will initially be able to apply for a tourist visa which can be extended but not to 6 months as far as I can recall.
May I suggest that you take a look at our website www.algarveseniorliving.com which has a good breadth of information on a number of topics. We have one of the largest portfolios of private rental properties across the region, including full-year and winter lets and work based on client requirements. Often if we do not have something on our books, we have someone who might be able to source a suitable property.
We have for some time operated a number of "Discovery Tours" which are one of our most popular services. These allow prospective future residents to understand the areas in which they might wish to reside as well as real estate (rental or purchase) options within them. It is by far the most efficient way of understanding your options. Area before property as we tend to say...
Feel free to be in touch. Regards
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ASL
6/26/2016 18:36 EST
Hello,
We have for some time operated a number of "Discovery Tours" which are one of our most popular services. These allow prospective future residents to understand the areas in which they might wish to reside as well as real estate (rental or purchase) options within them. It is by far the most efficient way of understanding your options. Area before property as we tend to say...
May I suggest that you take a look at our website www.algarveseniorliving.com which has a good breadth of information on a number of topics. Feel free to be in touch. Regards
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ASL
6/26/2016 18:39 EST
Hi Muffet,
Because we only work with the senior market which requires choice, we work with a range of real estate partners on the ground (more than 35) as well as a panel of lawyers. The partners and lawyers we recommend may change depending on the area you are interested in and your plans (rent, buy, etc). Feel free to be in touch via this site or via our web site www.algarveseniorliving, com and we would be happy to see if we can assist further.
Best regards
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