Buying & Ownership

Buying Property in Portugal as a Foreigner: The 2026 Surf Buyer's Guide to Ericeira, Peniche, Nazaré, Lisbon and the Algarve

Foreigners can buy property in Portugal with no nationality restrictions, but 2026 brought a flat 7.5% transfer tax for non-resident buyers, tighter local rental rules and a Golden Visa that no longer accepts real estate. Here is how the process, taxes and coastal rules work, and how Portugal's surf towns compare on waves, seasons and price.

How to Evaluate a Surf Property Before You Buy: A Due-Diligence Checklist

A great wave does not make a great purchase on its own. Here is how to evaluate a surf property before you buy: how to read the surf, check the land for coastal hazards and setbacks, confirm utilities and title, and run the numbers, with a printable checklist.

Buying Surf Property in Indonesia as a Foreigner: The 2026 Guide to Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa and the Mentawais

Foreigners can't own freehold land in Indonesia, but they can legally hold surf property through Hak Pakai, a registered lease or a foreign-owned company. Here is how each route works in 2026, what the Bali crackdown on nominees and illegal villas means for buyers, and which coasts work in which season.

Popoyo, Nicaragua Real Estate: Buying on the Emerald Coast Surf Strip (2026 Guide)

Popoyo and Nicaragua's Emerald Coast offer offshore winds, world-class reefs and land prices well below Costa Rica. Here is how the surf strip breaks down, what Nicaragua's coastal and border laws mean for buyers, and how to handle title and political risk in 2026.

Can Americans Buy Property in Mexico? The 2026 Guide for Beachfront & Surf Buyers

Yes, Americans can legally buy property in Mexico, right down to the beach. Here is how the restricted zone, bank trusts, ejido land, closing costs and taxes actually work for surf and beachfront buyers in 2026.

Offering Owner Financing to Attract Sellers

Owner financing is a powerful way to differentiate your property in a crowded market by removing the biggest barrier to a sale: access to financing. By stepping in as the lender, you instantly expand your pool of potential buyers to include those who have the income but lack the immediate cash or the rigid credit profile required by banks.