So many decisions and questions

Robonline · 2013-12-01T18:54:27+01:00

We are determined not to spend another cold winter in the UK. The older we get the worse they seem to get. We did visit Malts a few years ago and really liked it. Southern Spain or the Islands also have similarly mild climates but they seem positively anti-dogs. At our age, learning a new language is an obstruction we can do without, so Malta it is. Apart from our Staffy, we have no real ties. Our pensions can all be paid there so we're determined to get things in motion. The house is due for initial valuation tomorrow and I seem to have done little else for a week but research tax, houses, heating, cars, furniture, shipping companies etc. And still we have loads of questions. I've browsed this forum and you all seem such a helpful lot. Maybe there's a definitive answer to our most important question: Is it best to buy a Maltese property in advance and try to synchronise sale/purchase/moving or would it be better to sell here first, bank the money and move to a rented place in Malta while deciding on what to buy? Any and all advice will be gratefully received.

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rooikatSerial expat05 December 2013 10:14:36

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'Remember that paradise does not exist, everything in life is a compromise the only decision you need to make is how much you are willing to compromise!'

Very wise words. Moving from one country to another requires huge adjustments but we have found that the positives in Malta outweigh the compromises.

GuestPoster566ViP05 December 2013 15:08:48

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rooikat wrote:
Moving from one country to another requires huge adjustments but we have found that the positives in Malta outweigh the compromises.

We don't always agree but in this case I do.

coxf0001Serial expat05 December 2013 16:06:36

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Robonline wrote:
I guess we were a bit naive when we started hoping a move to Malta would be as straight-forward as a move in the UK. At first my internet searches revealed just the positive aspects of living there. Then I started to unearth the technicalities and legal processes involved. It wasn't until I found this site that truths and experiences began to put flesh on the bones, so to speak.
Maybe, when we take another holiday in Malta, we'll do some focussed searching instead of just 'being on holiday'. If we could get to meet and talk to any of you over a drink while there we'd be more than happy to.

Maybe you could rent a holiday flat when you come on holiday? That way you will be 'forced' to live a little like you would here, food, heating, cooling. There are many available throughout summer and winter, although winter will offer more choice and it's very resonable.

Just a thought of course!

ToonCyprus Expert05 December 2013 16:14:30

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rent one in winter Dec to March and that will be the worst you can face weather wise...or conversely if you are not too heat friendly then try renting in the peak of summer....

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