Expats move for the weather

Better weather is the top reason that UK expats prefer living abroad, according to the latest poll conducted by Alliance & Leicester International (ALIL).

Top ten reasons expats rate their new country over the UK:
1.    Better weather (57%)
2.    Better quality of life (56%)
3.    Higher standard of living (53%)
4.    Safer / lower crime rate (49%)
5.    Slower pace of life (36%)
6.    Higher income (30%)
7.    Better food (28%)
8.    The expat lifestyle (27%)
9.    Mixing with the local people (26%)
10.    A more social society (19%)

Finding a home in Tenerife

Most British and Irish choose the south to make their home, although this was not always the case.  There was a time when the north was the sought after end of the island.  Choosing where to live in Tenerife is one of the most crucial decisions you will make.  Weigh up the pros and cons of north and south and choose an area in Tenerife that meets your needs. 

How is the recession affecting Tenerife?

As Spain’s unemployment figure are about to soar through the 3 million mark, many expats wonder how the recession is going to affect Tenerife.  Already the evidence is easy to see as shops and businesses have been closing all around the island. 

Moving to Tenerife

Should you use airfreight, ship or even drive a van to move your belongings to Tenerife?  Should you use a removals company or storage? How do you move your pets to Tenerife? Useful links to help with your Tenerife removals.

Moving to Tenerife in a recession

Planning to move to Tenerife during the darkest recession the world has seen for many years is not a bad idea on the face of it.  “I’d prefer to be warm and broke in Tenerife than cold and broke in the UK,” said one recent arrival, which is a typical response amongst many. 

Property and jobs in Tenerife are some of the biggest concerns, as is the Tenerife economy.

You can make your move to Tenerife in a recession much easier, save an enormous amount of money and make your life in Tenerife as stress free as possible by having the right information at your fingertips.  You need understand the health system, education, social security, tax, driving… or it will affect your pocket. 

Renting a property in Tenerife

It can be difficult to get good advice about rental.  Did you know that you may qualify for rental assistance?  Or tax rebates on rental?  Do you know about the different types of rental contracts and you rights as a tenant in Tenerife?  And if you are moving to Tenerife, have you considered the pros and cons of renting first or buying a property in Tenerife before you get here.