Lisbon Showdown: Protesters Square Off Over Skyrocketing Rents
Lisbon’s housing protests escalate as residents battle soaring rents and bills, increasing pressure on officials for fast reform.
Young people car ownership drops in Portugal as costs rise
Young people car ownership is falling in Portugal as rising prices for cars, fuel, insurance and parking push many to delay buying and rely on transit.
Lisbon Student Rent Costs Surge, Squeezing Budgets
Lisbon student rent skyrockets as room prices reportedly pass €500, impacting budgets, reshaping the housing market, and intensifying the student rent crisis.
Lisbon rental prices surge as Europe tightens housing
Lisbon rental prices are rising quickly as supply tightens and demand stays strong. See what is driving costs, who is affected, and what may change next.
Portugal Gen Z wages and cost of living 2026 fears
Portugal’s Gen Z workers say wages lag inflation as cost of living 2026 nears, with rents, energy and commuting squeezing budgets and career plans.
Simple New Year’s Resolutions That Help You and the Planet
Small lifestyle changes with a bigger impact As the holiday season winds down and a new year begins, many people turn to familiar resolutions. Spending less, eating healthier, and decluttering often top the list. What is sometimes overlooked is that these same goals can also support environmental sustainability. Starting with one realistic habit can benefit […]
Most Portuguese Municipalities Keep Property Taxes at the Minimum Level
Homeowners across Portugal are set to see stability in their property tax bills next year, as more than half of the country’s municipalities choose not to raise rates. Out of Portugal’s 308 municipalities, a majority will apply the minimum Municipal Property Tax rate allowed law, set at 0.3 percent. The decision offers a degree of […]
Pension Increase Confirmed as Government Publishes Update Decree
Portugal’s pensioners have received confirmation of an income boost in the new year, as the government has formally published the decree outlining pension updates. According to calculations reported ECO, the lowest pensions will rise 2.8 percent, bringing clarity after weeks of speculation around the scale and timing of the adjustment. The confirmation provides reassurance to […]
Guimarães Offers Free Transport to Ring in the New Year
The city of Guimarães is set to welcome the New Year with a strong message of safety, accessibility, and environmental responsibility. The municipality has announced that public transport will be free on New Year’s Eve, allowing residents and visitors to move around the city without cost during the celebrations. The initiative is designed to reduce […]
Property of the Week: 3 Bedroom Villa With Swimming Pool at Estates at Spatia Comporta
Set within the tranquil natural surroundings of Spatia Comporta, this three bedroom villa offers a refined blend of contemporary architecture, privacy, and connection to the Comporta landscape. Positioned on an expansive plot of more than 9,000 square metres, the property delivers a sense of seclusion that is increasingly rare, even in this sought after region […]