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59.8% Believe the Local Real Estate Market is Stronger in 2018 than in 2017

An independent survey for RE/MAX Malta also found that 31.8% think now is the right time to buy a property on the island. A recent in-depth independent survey conducted by Esprimi and commissioned by RE/MAX…

How to choose the right Christmas tree for your home

We know that picking up a Christmas tree for your home can be tricky business, with all the different options, but we’re here to try break it down for you, to really help you make the right choice!

Features of traditional Maltese houses

Malta has a long history of architecture, but along with the grandiose buildings, there were also the functional living spaces built for people, from the older farmhouses to the quainter 19^th and early 20^th century townhouses.

How to make the most out of your back yard

The backyard is a staple of properties in Malta—many houses of character, townhouses, terraced houses, villas and even smaller maisonettes, tend to feature a backyard.

They come in a multitude of shapes and sizes, and can be great spaces given the right attention. Many a great backyard has been overlooked—but don’t fret, no matter what size your backyard is, we have some ideas for enjoying this great area of your home!

How to keep your kids entertained during summer in Malta

Do you remember how much we loved summer, as kids? However much things have changed since then, kids these days still love their summers very much. And who’s to blame them? No school routine, no waking up super early, no homework and plenty of time to play! So many things to love about summer!

Sandy beaches vs rocky beaches in Malta. Pros and cons.

The most fraught and conflicted argument of summer have divided Malta’s islanders for generations. This is the sort of argument you grow up with and might lean to and fro with it as you grow up.

When going for a swim there are two kinds of people. Sandy beach people and rocky beach people. We don’t care about the people in between, because they’ll go wherever.

So what’s the difference between sandy beaches and rocky beaches?

The Maltese Property Market in 2018

It’s been a busy year for the Maltese property market, with lots of exciting developments coming online or introduced over the last 12 months already, as well as a number of regeneration projects to accommodate…

10 Must have items for Maltese homes

Just bought a new property? Wondering what the essentials for a Maltese home are? You’re right to, because Malta can be tough on the small things. But hey, look no further! Here is a list of must-haves that will have you acing your Maltese life in no time.

5 Tips on buying a holiday home in Malta

Ah, Malta! Long summer, plenty of beaches, history, views, partying, food… sounds like an ideal destination for a holiday home! So how do you go about finding the best area for your needs? Here are some tips just about how to purchase your holiday property in Malta.

Renting your property in Malta for summer

Have a property to rent out for summer? What are you waiting for? To get you started here are some pointers for renting out your property throughout this summer.

Six reasons why Maltese bread is fantastic

Maltese bread it’s just delicious. Haven’t you tried it? Isn’t that reason enough? Ok here’s some more.

Our favourite beaches in Malta and Gozo

Beaches are the top destinations for almost everyone in summer, tourists and locals alike. Malta and Gozo are chock full of beaches, from sandy to pebbly to rocky to cliff, and everything in between. Lounge and dive, sunbathe and snorkel, canoe and picnic, there’s a place to do just that. Most important, they’re all perfect to beat the heat and relax!

Simple tips for moving home with your dog

In the first part of this topic, the focus was on cats on the move. The dog is a different matter. Once a dog is with his master or mistress, it will settle happily enough, where possible. But still, it is best not to under-rate the level of stress which a house move can place on a dog.

How to make a house move as smooth as possible for your cat

When your house hunting is over and you have decided which property will become your next home, you must, of necessity, start planning the move. But as the carton boxes pile up in the hallway and you start discussing what to keep and what not, your pets will be sensing that something is about to happen.

How to make the most of your small balcony

Small it may be, but it is likely to also be your one and only kind of personal open space – that protruding bit of floor, just out of the balcony door, surrounded by stone wall, metal railing or glass, that allows you to walk out without falling from a height. It also allows you to look outside, see the world and acknowledge it.