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Episode: Why Are There So Many Vacant Properties in Portugal?
Description: Portugal is often described as facing a housing shortage—yet walk through many towns and cities and you’ll see countless empty homes. So what explains this apparent contradiction? In this episode, we unpack the structural, legal, and economic reasons behind Portugal’s high number of vacant properties.🔎 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:1️⃣ Inheritance and Legal BottlenecksA significant number of properties remain empty because they are tied up in: • Ongoing inheritance proceedings • Disputes between heirs • Delays in probate or property registrationUntil these issues are resolved...