So you're looking for a quick sale of your Irish home to cash buyers? Locate a customer in either the European Union, the United States, Canada, or Australia. There are two main advantages to doing this now. This concludes Brexit. Leaving the EU is already a reality for Britain. Whether you voted to Leave the European Union or Remain, the uncertainty that has followed the Brexit decision has afflicted...
July 2023
Thinking of buying or selling a property in Ireland below are the recent figures for house prices this year. Overall: Home prices in Ireland dipped nationwide in Q2 2023, according to the experts. The national average price of a home fell by 0.3% in the quarter, to €305,000. This was the first quarterly decline in prices since Q4 2021. Dublin: Home prices in Dublin also...
Yes, foreign buyers can get mortgages in Ireland. In fact, the Irish government has made it easier for foreign buyers to get mortgages in recent years. In 2015, the government introduced a new mortgage-to-income (LTI) ratio for non-EU borrowers, which allows them to borrow up to 90% of the purchase price of a property, compared to 80% for EU borrowers. There are a few things that foreign buyers need to...
According to property experts in Ireland, demand for new homes in Ireland is up a staggering 114% year on year. This is in comparison to May 2022. Overall demand in Dublin is double the national rate at 34%. Eighteen of the 26 Republic counties have seen an increase in demand. The demand for new housing in Meath is up 29%, Limerick and Offaly both saw a demand increase of 26%, while housing demand in Louth...
Airbnb rentals in Ireland reached record levels in 2023, with over 1 million guests staying in Airbnb listings in the country. This was an increase of 30% from 2022. The most popular coastal locations for Airbnb rentals in Ireland include: Dingle: This picturesque town on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry is known for its stunning scenery, friendly locals, and traditional Irish pubs. Airbnb...
Because of its stunning natural beauty, vibrant metropolitan life, and relatively low housing costs, Ireland is frequently ranked among the best places to live abroad. The Emerald Isle and its property market is special in many ways, not the least of which being its diversity (mountainous peaks, beautiful plains, and spectacular architecture). If you want to buy a property in Ireland, you may choose...
The housing landscape of 2024 and 2025 is painted with ominous strokes, as Kevin James, the president of the Society of Chartered Surveyors in Ireland, foresees a grave shortfall in housing. While the current conditions seem to align with expectations, James raises concerns about the future. He believes that although ongoing projects may meet government targets for the following year, the absence of many...