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Utilities are vital for new residents, with Portugal Resident addressing water solutions on March 27, 2025, crucial for expats facing access challenges. Setting up utilities like water, gas, and electricity is detailed in Expatica, updated in 2023, offering practical advice. Recent news includes fuel price increases next week, as reported by The Portugal News on March 28, 2025, impacting daily costs. Title Date URL Fresh water, anytime, anywhere Mar 27, 2025 Portugal Resident Setting up utilities in Portuguese: water, gas, and electricity Jul 19, 2023 Expatica Next week, fuel prices will become more expensive Mar 28, 2025 The Portugal News

The housing market is experiencing significant shifts, with Algarve house prices rising above the national average to €1,755 per square meter, as reported by The Portugal News on March 26, 2025. Bank valuations of homes increased by 16% to €1,810 per m2 in February, as noted in The Portugal News on March 28, 2025. Foreign buyers, particularly Brazilians, are dominating mortgage applications, as seen in The Portugal News on March 25, 2025, which could lead to gentrification. An older but relevant article from LA Times on May 12, 2022, discusses Californians contributing to gentrification, which is still pertinent given ongoing trends. The high-end real estate market is also driving economic growth, as detailed in The Portugal News on March 26, 2025, impacting affordability for new residents. Title Date URL Expats are moving to Portuguese, taking gentrification with them May 12, 2022 LA Times Algarve house prices rise above national average Mar 26, 2025 The Portugal News Bank valuations of homes up 16% Mar 28, 2025 The Portugal News Brazilians dominate mortgage loan applications among foreign buyers Mar 25, 2025 The Portugal News The changing face of high-end Real Estate in Portuguese Mar 26, 2025 The Portugal News

Immigration is a contentious issue in Portugal, with recent political developments suggesting potential government changes due to public backlash over immigration, as detailed in an article from telegraph.co.uk published on March 11, 2025. The Golden Visa program is gaining traction, especially with Spain closing its residency by investment program, as reported by The Portugal News on March 26, 2025. Reciprocal visa exemptions with China are also under discussion, as noted in The Portugal News on March 28, 2025. Additionally, the NHR 2.0 tax regime, introduced after ending the Non-Habitual Tax residence, is boosting scientific research, potentially attracting more immigrants, as seen in The Portugal News on March 19, 2025. The strategic importance of the Golden Visa is further explored in The Portugal News on February 25, 2025, offering a global diversification perspective. Title Date URL Why Portuguese is about to oust its government over immigration Mar 11, 2025 telegraph.co.uk Breaking News: Portuguese Golden Visa Ramps Up as Spain Closes the Door Mar 26, 2025 The Portugal News China urges Portuguese to grant reciprocal visa exemptions Mar 28, 2025 The Portugal News NHR 2.0: A Boost for Scientific Research and Innovation in Portuguese Mar 19, 2025 The Portugal News The Modern Seven Flag Theory: A Strategic Approach to Global Diversification. How Portuguese’s Golden Visa is an Essential Start Feb 25, 2025 The Portugal News