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After a week of anticipation, the non-farm payroll report came in at a slightly disappointing level and encouraged sellers of the dollar to reappear. With employment rising at a lower than expected 559,000, the pace of the recovery in the US and the subsequent tightening of economic policy is starting to be questioned by investors. […]

Good Morning Currencies continued to trade in the familiar tight ranges for most of last week as the markets awaited the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for May, which, when published, reported the highest core inflation figure for 30 years. Investors remain concerned with the inflationary pressures that appear to be growing as the developed

You’ve spotted a property that is everything you dreamt of for your new life in the sun. The marketing price is even relatively sensible. You’ve also been diligent in your research. You’ve done all the calculations around the taxes and costs involved. You know you have enough to go ahead and secure your dream home.

The summer solstice is a special time of year in many cultures across the world. Historically, in the Alpujarra region, it was a magical time. It was said that people would be cured of physical ailments, crops would be saved, and great revelations would occur at this time of year. San Juan Rituals The elements,

Good Morning Mathew The pound ended the week back where it started against the dollar has opened at $1.3925 this morning. Mid-week, it rallied on hopes that the Bank of England would join the Federal Reserve in adopting a more hawkish stance. However, despite being cautiously upbeat and raising its forecasts for both the economy

If you are thinking of moving to Spain, and you live outside of the European Union ( a non EU citizen),  you will need to apply for the correct residency visa.  The non-profit residence visa (known as the Ex-01) will be the best option for the vast majority of retirees, depending on your circumstances. If

Property experts share ‘the worst thing’ to say to an estate agent when selling your home Local property experts, Lanjarón Property, have shared their top tips on how to sell your home. Most people will sell their homes using an estate agent (inmobiliaria). Now, our local experts have revealed what you shouldn’t say to an

When looking for a home in Spain, either for a holiday home or for a permanent residence, there can be many differences from how things work in your home country. There are a wide variety of marketplaces around the world with differing levels of sophistication and maturity within those markets.  With over 25 years’ experience

Forbes is a magazine perhaps best known for creating society lists, including the Forbes 400 and America’s Wealthiest Celebrities. Set up in 1917, it was originally named Forbes: Devoted to Doers and Doings. It continues in this vein today with the list of the year’s most influential Spaniards. Most Influential Spaniards 2020 In December, the Most

How do international currency exchange rates affect you as a homeowner?  Many home sellers do not realise how currency exchange rates can affect them in a property market that has a large number of international buyers.  We often think of this being something that relates to banking or big business and only notice its effects