Description:Portugal is the perfect place in which to buy a second home, or one for retirement. This book, written by an author with extensive knowledge of life in Portugal, will tell you all you need to know about where to look for a property, what types of property are available and how to find them. It explains the whole buying process from dealing with estate agents and solicitors to promissory contracts and registration. It also covers buy-to-let purchases and timeshares, and includes a list of the most useful Portuguese expressions you will need.