For years, the housing debate was stuck on the discussion of prices: expensive houses, high rents, and wages that don't keep up. All of this is true. But behind the prices lies a more basic reality: Portugal built too little for too long.
The country now faces a housing shortage that affects practically all high-demand regions...
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The demand remains strong, especially in consolidated urban areas, and the available supply is still not enough to ease the pressure. Lisbon remains at the center of this dynamic, but the movement is already felt in other cities and peripheral areas with good access, services, and quality of life.
The Real Estate Market in 10 numbers - May 2026 Lisbon remains expensive and... View more
And no, this is not explained just by the word "speculation." The origin of the problem is older and quite straightforward: increased demand and supply scarcity.
This article reflects my view on the real estate market in Lisbon, compared to other European capitals, and the solutions I consider more appropriate than simply building, building, and building, without considering where or...
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In recent weeks, Portugal has been affected by a period of atmospheric instability, marked by persistent rain, floods, episodes of intense precipitation, and sometimes strong winds. In several regions of the country, the soils are already quite saturated, increasing the risk of even more floods, urban flooding, and infiltrations in homes, especially in lower areas or with less effective...
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There are several new developments this year, primarily in the fiscal and regulatory landscape. The Government has launched an extensive package of measures aimed at rebalancing the market, with further changes expected in the coming months.
In this January 2026 Real Estate Snapshot, I will provide a more comprehensive summary as we start the year, covering the latest...
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More than just a simple wish list, New Year's resolutions reveal something deeply human: the irresistible urge to start over. And when it comes to our home, the desire to renew the space where we live and, so often, to change houses, context, and chapter. Who has never felt this inner call?
A tradition over 4,000 years oldNew Year's resolutions are not a modern invention nor...
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I have decided, therefore, to write about the myths that overshadow housing in our country, using the imagery of mythology. Sometimes it seems that politicians, commentators, and professionals in the sector approach this serious problem as if they were talking about a world of fantasy. A world inhabited by unreal creatures, where nothing is what it seems and everyone insists on focusing on...
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Hello to all followers of my Blog! In recent times, we have heard about an event that, although not daily, can turn our world (and our home!) upside down: a widespread blackout, like the one that recently affected several areas of Portugal (Madeira and Azores escaped the blackout) and Spain. More than just the scare or discomfort of being in the dark for a few hours, these...
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