Agents are telling non-resident buyers to complete before 1 September 2026 to dodge the 7.5% IMT. That deadline does not exist. Here is what the decree says.
Legislation
Portugal cut VAT on new-build and renovation contracts from 23% to 6% in 2026, but only for primary homes under EUR 660,982. See who qualifies in the Algarve.
Portugal's rental reform, approved 9 July 2026: the 2% rent cap goes, deposits are uncapped, and arrears bite at two months. What Algarve landlords gain.
Portugal's new 7.5% IMT for non-resident buyers: what it costs in Lagos, the three legal ways out, the disputed start date, and what it means if you sell.
Portugal's new Construction Code took effect on 1 June 2026. Here is what it changes if you are buying a renovation project or plot in the Western Algarve.
On 21 May 2026 buying property in Portugal got pricier for non-residents. What it actually costs an American on a €1M villa in Lagos, plus the refund route.
Portugal's state-backed 100% mortgage isn't only for Portuguese nationals. Under-35 residents qualify too, but the Bank of Portugal is preparing to tighten.
Lagos hasn't published its AL regulation yet. Here's what's actually true under DL 76/2024, what the "tourist zone" rumour misses, and where things stand for investor buyers in May 2026.
Portugal doubled its citizenship residency requirement from 5 to 10 years. Here is what actually changed for expats and why property buyers should not panic.
Welcome to the heart of the Western Algarve, where the sun shines bright and the property market continues to evolve. At Sunny Steve Real Estate, our priority is to ensure our clients, whether seasoned investors or first-time buyers, are fully informed about the latest legal and fiscal developments. The State Budget Proposal for 2026 (OE2026), presented to Parliament in October 2025, acknowledges the...