Real estate agency Arcus Estates Malta

Malta Second-Time Buyers Scheme
Thinking of upgrading your home in Malta? You’re not alone. Many homeowners are selling off their old houses to purchase new ones, driving up activity in Malta’s property market. People buy a second home for different reasons – the desire for a more comfortable space, better job opportunities, or a growing family. To support these aspirations, the Maltese Government has introduced the Second-Time Buyers Scheme to give a helping hand to established homeowners looking to upgrade. This scheme offers...
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Christmas in Malta: A Season of Warmth, Tradition and Mediterranean Charm
Life on the Island in Winter While northern Europe surrenders to frost and abbreviated daylight, Malta offers something altogether different, a winter that feels like an extended autumn. December temperatures hover between 12°C and 18°C, creating ideal conditions for outdoor exploration without the summer crowds. The mild Mediterranean climate transforms the festive season into an experience that combines European Christmas charm with the luxury of pleasant weather and abundant sunshine.For those...
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UCA Scheme Malta
Urban Conservation Areas (UCA) in Malta The Urban Conservation Area (UCA) scheme is a program that was designed to encourage people to buy and restore old properties in historic areas in Malta. It provides financial incentives, including tax breaks, cash grants, and VAT refunds, for homebuyers, making it more affordable to invest in older buildings than to construct new ones. Introduced in 2021, this scheme aims to preserve Malta's architectural heritage while easing the financial burden on prospective...
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Property Purchase in the Malta Budget 2026
The Malta Budget 2026, presented yesterday, introduces a comprehensive package of property-related measures aimed at making home ownership more accessible and affordable for Maltese residents. Here's everything you need to know about the new incentives and tax break. Stamp Duty Reduction and Exemptions in the Malta Budget 2026 One of the most significant changes affects people who inherit the family home they already live in. Previously, when inheriting property through causa mortis(inheritance...
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Malta Property Compliance: What Every Landlord Must Know Before Leasing to Foreign Tenants
At Arcus Estates, we regularly work with landlords who are surprised to discover that renting property in Malta involves far more than just collecting keys and signing papers. When your tenant is a third-country national (TCNs) or someone applying for residency status, you're entering a world of mandatory compliance checks that can make or break the tenancy.Getting this wrong doesn't just inconvenience your tenant, it can derail their entire visa or residency application, leaving you with an empty...
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Turkey Citizenship Visa Free Countries
The uniqueness of Turkish citizenship is the access to over 110+ countries over six continents of the world, totally visa-free in addition to many other benefits. Read the full list of Turkey Visa Free Countries 2022 and how to acquire Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment (see our top properties and development projects in Turkey) Turkey Citizenship Visa Free Countries Over the years, the Turkish government has established international relations with countries on...
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Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment
As from the 13th June 2022, the minimum requirement for Turkish Citizenship by Investment Programme increased from $250,000 to $400,000. New Investment Requirements to apply for the Turkish Citizenship Programme The Turkish Citizenship by Investment Programme is currently one of the most affordable and beneficial schemes around the world. All you need to do is purchase a property worth at least $250,000 (now $400,000.) to obtain a residency permit and then apply for citizenship....
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Malta Global Residence Programme
The Malta Global Residence Programme was launched in 2013, owing to Malta's incredible quality of attracting expats who are in need of a second home that offers them the perfect Mediterranean lifestyle. The Malta Global Residence intends to recognise economically stable foreign nationals who are interested in purchasing or renting a property in Malta or Gozo and maintaining it as their permanent address, as tax residents. Tax Regime for...
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Buying Property in Grenada
With an abundance of coconut palm trees, tropical mountains, and tranquil beaches, Grenada is famously known as Spice Island. It is the perfect place to invest in, retire in, or build a second home due to the primary language being English and low crime rate. Grenada's real estate market is constantly prospering with multiple types of property to choose from at incredibly reasonable prices. Types of Property for Sale in Grenada When...
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Buying Property in Antigua and Barbuda
Buying Property in Antigua Guide Aside from being home to 365 world-class beaches, reefs, endless sunshine, and rich culture, Antigua's international accessibility, tax incentives, strong security and political stability make it one of the best Caribbean islands to buy property in. Whether your wish is to live a peaceful island life post-retirement, buy a holiday home, or obtain a passport by real estate investment, buying property in Antigua is...
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