Why buy a property in the Algarve?

The climate is healthy and one of the most moderate in the world. In many ways it is close to the weather in California. Even though the Algarve has a variety of changes in the weather pattern during the cause of the year, the summer is hot and the winter is not too cold. The Algarve is still marching on a much slower pace of life and has not lost its charm. The increase in tourism over the years has contributed to the stability of the economy on which this region of Portugal depends almost 100%. The increase in the amount of foreign property buyers has given the region more wealth and stability. The legal system in Portugal provides a sound platform for any foreigner wishing to purchase a property in Portugal. Foreigners enjoy the same legal rights and standing as a Portuguese national. Modern communications allows everybody to stay connected to the world of business if required. Portugal is still compares to other countries such as Spain or Cyprus for example a relative unknown quantity for many foreigners looking to buy a home in Portugal. But plenty of foreigners have already taken that step, and there are plenty of excellent sources for advice on the procedure how to purchase a property in the Algarve. The Algarve is a place of outdoor life. No matter if you are looking to do as little as possible or would like to engage in active outdoor sports, the Algarve offers a great variety of sports facilities apart from playing Golf. There is still a great deal of virtually unexplored territory. Once you leave the coastal areas you find yourself transported back in time. Great scenery and beautiful countryside are the rewards for anyone venturing just a few miles further inland. And of course the property prices are also very much lower. A great benefit is the absence of pollution. The Portuguese Government aided by the European laws has implemented the policies to ensure that even with growing demand on housing and the increase in tourism the region stays as free from adverse pollution as humanly possible. It is fair to say that Portugal has become more expensive over the years. The cost of living has gone up, but is still well below the major European countries especially the UK.