top of page

Beyond the property: How international homebuyers can make smarter decisions

Writer: Leisure Launch
Leisure Launch
Oct 29
5 min read

Updated: 3 hours ago

Buying a home abroad is about much more than finding the right property. It's about understanding the journey, asking the right questions and making decisions with confidence.


That's the goal behind the new edition of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine: The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad.


Our teams from across Leisure Launch Portugal Property Group gathered recently to celebrate the launch of this new issue.



Group photograph of Simple Life Home Buyer specialists holding Edition #5
Our group’s SIMPLE LIFE HOME BUYER specialists came together to celebrate something they all share: a commitment to helping people navigate the complexities of buying a home in Portugal

Sponsored by the companies within our Group, Edition #5 brings together 80 pages of practical advice, professional insights and real homebuyer stories.

Behind those pages are decades of experience helping international families to safely buy and own property in Portugal.



Helping homebuyers ask the right questions


International homebuyers have access to more information than ever. Property portals, online forums and social media offer endless inspiration and advice.


But more information doesn't always mean greater clarity.


Will the location suit your lifestyle throughout the year? What should you know about the construction timelines? How does the buying process work when you live abroad? And who helps coordinate everything after you've found your home?


These are questions our teams encounter every day. They're also at the heart of The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad.


This new edition explores the decisions smart investors make beforehand. Because a good property decision isn't simply about what you buy. It's about how well that choice fits the life you want to build.


Portugal The Simple Life Magazine is an investment our Group companies are proud to make, because we believe the more informed a homebuyer is, the better prepared they are to make decisions that will protect their investment.


Decades of experience brought together



Sandra Filipe holding Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine, The Smart Investor’s Guide to Buying Property Abroad, featuring Nazaré beach on the cover.

One of the most meaningful moments of our magazine launch was seeing so many different teams celebrate this new edition.


Each contributes to a different stage of the international homebuying journey, from property selection and construction to accounting, interiors and property management.


As Sandra Filipe, Senior Client Navigator, explains:


"Seeing every team together, from the property sales consultants to the accountants, is a reminder of what our clients experience every day: one team holding the whole journey together."

That collaboration is at the heart of our SIMPLE LIFE HOME BUYER system, exclusive to our Leisure Launch Portugal Property Group.


Edition #5 brings together professionals who guide international homebuyers every day, offering firsthand insights, practical knowledge and perspectives you won't find in a typical property guide.


Drawing on their experience at different stages of the homebuying journey, they help readers look beyond the dream of owning a home abroad and better understand what it takes to make that dream a reality.


The magazine also takes readers on a journey through Portugal's Silver Coast, with a special dossier celebrating the landscapes, history, local traditions and everyday moments that give this beautiful region its unique character.



The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad — Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine, featuring an editorial buy Leisure Launch Chairperson Davide Patricio
The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad — Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine.


An investment in knowledge that makes a difference


Producing a magazine like this takes hundreds of hours and the involvement of people across many different areas of expertise.


It's a commitment our Group companies make because we see the value that clear, practical information brings to international homebuyers.


A buyer who understands the process can ask better questions. Someone who knows a location beyond its summer appeal can make a more thoughtful choice. And a homeowner who understands what comes after the purchase is better prepared for the responsibilities of ownership.


That's the kind of clarity we want to help build.


Through sponsorship of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine, our companies make this knowledge accessible to readers around the world.  This is part of our broader mission to share experiences, valuable information and practical insights also through Portugal The Simple Life Podcast.



Because our work isn't simply about helping people buy property in Portugal. It's about helping them make informed decisions and feel confident about the life they're building here.


Discover Edition #5

Portugal The Simple Life Magazine


The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad — Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine, featuring an editorial buy Leisure Launch Chairperson Davide Patricio

The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad brings together expert advice, interviews, homeowner experiences and a special dossier on Portugal's Silver Coast.


It’s available to download in English, Dutch and French:




Already considering buying property in Portugal? Book a free property consultation to discuss your plans with our Property Sales team.







Frequently Asked Questions


Who sponsors Portugal The Simple Life Magazine?

Portugal The Simple Life Magazine is sponsored by the companies within Leisure Launch Portugal Property Group: Portugal Realty, Immo Portugal, Portugal Accounting, Leisure Launch Consulting, Presprop – Portugal Construction, Portugal Interiors, SCH Holiday Homes, SCH Solutions, and Silverproposal.

Their sponsorship supports the production of the magazine, bringing together professional expertise, homeowner experiences, and insights into buying and living in Portugal.

Leisure Launch Portugal Property Group is a Portuguese property group headquartered in São Martinho do Porto, on Portugal's Silver Coast.

Its companies work across real estate, construction, property development, accounting, interior design, property management and holiday rentals, supporting international buyers through the different stages of property ownership in Portugal.

The SIMPLE LIFE HOME BUYER system is a complete property solution developed by Leisure Launch Portugal Property Group.

It connects services involved in buying and owning a home in Portugal, including real estate guidance, construction, accounting, interiors and property management. A dedicated Client Navigator helps buyers navigate the process.

Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine features articles and interviews with property specialists and international homeowners in Portugal.

Contributors include Dylan Herholdt, host of the Portugal The Simple Life Podcast; Jordy Motta, Sales Consultant at Immo Portugal, who explores international property-buying trends; and local Sales Consultant Denise Vieira, who shares insights into Nazaré's local traditions.

The magazine also includes perspectives from Client Navigators, accountants, interior design specialists and property management professionals.

Edition #5, The Smart Investor's Guide to Buying Property Abroad, is an 80-page publication exploring how to choose the right country and region, understand the international buying process, and make informed decisions about property ownership.

It also features expert interviews, real homeowner stories and a special dossier on Portugal's Silver Coast.

The special dossier explores the landscapes, history, culture and lifestyle of Portugal's Silver Coast, including Nazaré, São Martinho do Porto, Alcobaça, Caldas da Rainha, Foz do Arelho and Óbidos.

Featured in Edition #5 of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine, it offers readers a closer understanding of the region beyond its property market, highlighting the traditions and communities that shape everyday life.

Edition #5 is available to download in English, Dutch and French from the magazine download page, alongside previous editions.



Comments


bottom of page