Living in Portugal as an American: Your 2026 Guide to Moving Out of the United States

Discover how the affordable cost of living and surrounding nature make  Ponte de Lima  an ideal destination for families. Ponte de Lima  in the  Northern Minho Region of Portugal , is a town known for its natural beauty and rich history. Located on the banks of the Lima River, it is known as the oldest town in the country, having received its first charter in 1125 from D. Teresa, mother of the first king of Portugal. Its strategic location, halfway between  Braga  and  Viana do Castelo ,...

Looking for a smart play in Portugal’s real estate market with strong upside potential? Here’s your chance to secure an entire residential building in one of the country’s best-kept secrets,  Melgaço , right along the stunning Minho River near the Spanish border… Quietly beautiful... Undeniably promising!!! What’s on offer? A brand-new  4-storey project  (basement + 3 floors) featuring:  • 12 one-bedroom apartments (4 units per floor) • Ground floor units with private garden terraces  •...