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Buying Property in Portugal in 2026: IMT Tax, Stamp Duty, Mortgages, the Golden Visa, and What Every Buyer Must Know

A complete guide to buying property in Portugal in 2026 -- the step-by-step process, IMT tax rates, stamp duty, mortgage options for non-residents, the VAT cut on new construction, capital gains, and common mistakes to avoid.

59,000 Pre-Approved Homes Never Got Built — APPII Says Regulation and Costs Are Choking Portugal's Housing Supply

Some 59,000 pre-approved housing units in Portugal were never built over the past three years because rising costs, 23% VAT, and unpredictable regulation made them financially unviable, says the APPII. The industry body estimates 50,000 more could be unlocked with a permanent VAT cut.

Buying Property in Portugal: Taxes, Legal Steps, and What Every Foreign Buyer Should Know in 2026

Portugal remains one of Europe's most popular property markets for foreign buyers — drawn by the climate, relatively affordable prices outside Lisbon and Porto, and a well-established legal framework that protects purchasers. But the process...

Porto House Prices Hit Record €4,060 per Square Meter as National Market Surges 12% in a Year

Porto House Prices Hit Record €4,060 per Square Meter as National Market Surges 12% in a Year

House prices in Porto climbed to a new all-time high of €4,060 per square meter in February 2026, marking a 3.0% monthly increase, a 3.9% quarterly rise, and an 11.5% year-on-year surge, according to data from Idealista. The figure places Porto's...