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Candid Talk: The REAL Costs of Buying and Renovating a House in Madeira | Golden Visa update.
"Candid Talk: The REAL Costs of Buying and Renovating a House in Madeira."
We have been asked the same questions over and over so we decided to take a trip to Fanal Forest and talk candidly above the clouds about our experience in Madeira to date. We tell you how much our house cost to buy; how much to expect to pay per square metre to renovate a house; why we bought a house with no land and the latest on our Golden Visa application. But ultimately why we can't tell you exactly how much money you need to buy a property here!
We talk openly about another much asked question “Would we do it again”.
But this is to follow in the next video… today’s video is already 16 minutes long and we know many of you will not watch for this length of time so stay tuned and you may be surprised by what we have to say!
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Is This Really THE BIGGEST FESTIVAL in MADEIRA? Prepare to Be Surprised! Arraial do Senhor Bom Jesus
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Is This Really THE BIGGEST FESTIVAL in MADEIRA? Prepare to Be Surprised! Arraial do Senhor Bom Jesus Da Ponta Delgada. At the end of August the village prepares for what we're told is one of the largest festivals in Madeira, in honour of the Holy Sacrament, and it takes place here in Ponta Delgada, every year on the first weekend of September. This video is our experience of the festival during...
Why You Need A Tour Guide In Madeira | OUR DAY OUT WITH HIT THE ROAD MADEIRA
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I’m Rae and this is my Dad and Stepmom flying in from England to Madeira earlier this year to spend 11 days with us. Living here gives us the opportunity to share this beautiful island with our family and we knew we would be able to make some special memories showing them our favourite places. My Dad is 86 and my stepmom kathy is 82 and the last time they came to Madeira they were about our age...
From Abandoned to Stunning: HOUSE TRANSFORMATION IN MADEIRA, Portugal | See Our Renovation Journey.
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House Transformation in Madeira, Portugal | See Our Renovation Journey. And here it is the video you’ve all been waiting for. The big reveal of our finished house renovation. If you are new here we are Rae & Andrew Bright and in 2021 we discovered this beautiful island and decided to follow our dream of retiring early, selling everything we own in the UK and buying a property here in Madeira to...
RENOVATION of abandoned house MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 11. The best building contractors in MADEIRA?
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 11. Are they the best building contractors? Photovoltaics, Glass Balustrades, Electric Gates, Photovolatics and a Glass Car Port. We relied on our builder to arrange everything for us but did he find us the best? Watch until the end to find out. Coming next... THE BIG REVEAL! USEFUL LINKS... SAMANTHA NORTH DIGITAL ÉMIGRÉ digitalemigre.com...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 10. Are these the BEST BUILDERS in MADEIRA?
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 10. Are these the BEST BUILDERS in MADEIRA? Watch as our builders transform our ruin into something special. Can they finish it in time for our deadline of 03 December, watch until the end to find out. USEFUL LINKS... SAMANTHA NORTH DIGITAL ÉMIGRÉ digitalemigre.com/ ÂNGELA FIGUEIRA RELOCATION SERVICES, NEWCO www.newco.pro/en/newco/our-tea...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Part 9. Kitchen, Stairs, Wardrobes what a Transformation!
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Part 9. Kitchen, Stairs, Wardrobes what a Transformation! Join us as we revisit the transformation taking place before our eyes. We share the good, the bad and the reality of our house being transformed into our dream home. USEFUL LINKS... SAMANTHA NORTH DIGITAL ÉMIGRÉ digitalemigre.com/ ÂNGELA FIGUEIRA RELOCATION SERVICES, NEWCO www.newco.pro/en/newco/...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Part 8. DOORS & WINDOWS. December STORM causes havoc.
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 8. Doors & Windows are fitted but December storm causes havoc. Join us to see the house transformation really starting to take place now. If you want to see the kitchen, wardrobes, internal doors and our custom staircase going in then do subscribe and turn on notifications as that is the next transformation video! Stay until the end if yo...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Part 7. Yes we have WARMUP UNDERFLOOR HEATING in Madeira!
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In today’s video watch the transformation as our floor goes down from beginning to end. Yes we have underfloor heating in Madeira! It was at the beginning of September that the builders started to get ready to lay the floor. We spent some time with Catarina & Sidonio to discuss how we wanted the floor tiles to look. If you have watched our previous videos you will know we have chosen to have fl...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 6. ESPETADAS with the BUILDERS.
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Today is Espetada day! We were invited to join the builders in a celebration after laying a concrete slab, as far as we could understand, celebrating is a way to bring good luck to the house. In the previous video we saw the progress of the kitchen and the living room during the month of August and this video is to share the progress of the rest of the house We give you a sneak preview of our n...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Portugal. Part 5. It's time to celebrate!
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Today is the second of September and it is a very good day. a day for celebrating. We have been back for 1 month and we have seen some good progress in the house. Today is also Andrew's birthday and also the start of the Senhor Bom Jesus de Ponta Delgada Festival. one of the most important religious festivals in Madeira. This pilgrimage brings together pilgrims from the four corners of the isla...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA. Part 4. Visitors come to stay; the house is not ready!
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 4. What do we find when we get home? Our first visitors come to stay! The annexe was finished enough for us to live in. Our first guests were arriving any day. We take delivery of our possessions. We see progress with the renovations in the main house. We share an important tip for anyone taking on a renovation project in an area of Urban...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 3. Have we taken on too much?
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The photos and videos we share of the house renovations in this video were sent to us by our architect Catarina. During our 3 months away Catarina visited the house every week and every Friday we had a call so we could be kept up to date with the renovations and answer questions. if you are new to our channel and don't know why we had to leave Madeira for 3 months please go back and watch part ...
RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 2 Demolition Begins.
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RENOVATION of abandoned house in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 2 Demolition Begins.
RENOVATING An Abandoned House in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 1.
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RENOVATING An Abandoned House in MADEIRA, Portugal. Part 1.
HOW TO RENOVATE A PROPERTY IN MADEIRA WHEN YOU DON'T SPEAK PORTUGUESE | We share how we did it.
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HOW TO RENOVATE A PROPERTY IN MADEIRA WHEN YOU DON'T SPEAK PORTUGUESE | We share how we did it.
BUYING A HOME IN MADEIRA | How to find your dream home.
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BUYING A HOME IN MADEIRA | How to find your dream home.
BUYING PROPERTY IN MADEIRA | invest in property for the Golden Visa. How much and what can I buy?
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BUYING PROPERTY IN MADEIRA | invest in property for the Golden Visa. How much and what can I buy?
WE LEAVE MADEIRA | The challenges of landing at Madeira Airport.
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WE LEAVE MADEIRA | The challenges of landing at Madeira Airport.
BUYING FURNITURE IN MADEIRA. We uncover the truth about this much asked question.
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BUYING FURNITURE IN MADEIRA. We uncover the truth about this much asked question.
Help MOVING to MADEIRA? Packing. Storage. Shipping. Success!
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Help MOVING to MADEIRA? Packing. Storage. Shipping. Success!
We RETIRED TO MADEIRA from the UK but what did we do with OUR CAT? Can you take a cat on a plane?
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We RETIRED TO MADEIRA from the UK but what did we do with OUR CAT? Can you take a cat on a plane?
WHY WE SOLD NEARLY EVERYTHING IN THE UK AND RETIRED TO MADEIRA. How to let go of your possessions.
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WHY WE SOLD NEARLY EVERYTHING IN THE UK AND RETIRED TO MADEIRA. How to let go of your possessions.
BREAKING NEWS GOLDEN VISA SUBMITTED! SEF RESUMES acceptance of new PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA applications
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BREAKING NEWS GOLDEN VISA SUBMITTED! SEF RESUMES acceptance of new PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA applications
WE SOLD OUR HOUSE IN THE UK to RETIRE EARLY and EMIGRATE TO MADEIRA, Portugal POST BREXIT.
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WE SOLD OUR HOUSE IN THE UK to RETIRE EARLY and EMIGRATE TO MADEIRA, Portugal POST BREXIT.
New legislation STOPS OUR PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA APPLICATION in its tracks! WHAT IS GOING ON WITH SEF?
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New legislation STOPS OUR PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA APPLICATION in its tracks! WHAT IS GOING ON WITH SEF?
How to RETIRE TO MADERIA from the UK post BREXIT 2022
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How to RETIRE TO MADERIA from the UK post BREXIT 2022
RETIRING TO MADEIRA. Why we chose this beautiful island.
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RETIRING TO MADEIRA. Why we chose this beautiful island.
RETIRING EARLY & MOVING TO MADEIRA. Find out where we buy a house! Funchal? Calheta? Ponta Delgada?
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RETIRING EARLY & MOVING TO MADEIRA. Find out where we buy a house! Funchal? Calheta? Ponta Delgada?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @Eletroluixx33
    @Eletroluixx33 7 годин тому

    Bro 60 no way both of u guys got a glow

  • @m.r.2964
    @m.r.2964 10 днів тому

    Wow what a lovely property with incredible views

  • @stevemills9344
    @stevemills9344 Місяць тому

    Hi Rae and Andrew really enjoyed your story the house came out amazing thank you. I wanted your advice on money transfer from UK banks. Me and my wife will be moving to Madeira September we hope to buy soon. Thanks Steve

  • @Kenny-bj2zq
    @Kenny-bj2zq Місяць тому

    Beautiful house for beautiful couple

  • @user-ke4pk9uf8e
    @user-ke4pk9uf8e Місяць тому

    Love your renovation, we'll done

  • @willie549
    @willie549 Місяць тому

    Good luck during the winter there

  • @DanielFigueira-oh3jd
    @DanielFigueira-oh3jd Місяць тому

    The house is beautiful, I'd like yo see the house I live in londom but originally Sao vincente and am currently renovating my own home there

  • @kc-xb9dr
    @kc-xb9dr Місяць тому

    I keep coming back to this video and your beautiful property. What a monumentous overhaul renovation. Exquisitely done. Congratulations and may you have many many years of bliss in this home!

  • @daniel8442goss
    @daniel8442goss Місяць тому

    Wow fantastic transformation. Congratulations 🎉

  • @user-mx4kh5iy5c
    @user-mx4kh5iy5c Місяць тому

    If you don t want to give answers, don t make the video!

  • @nicoleonthebeach3407
    @nicoleonthebeach3407 2 місяці тому

    I wish I could but no one in Madeira will rent a house with 3 big dogs 😫

  • @IsaMGFaria
    @IsaMGFaria 2 місяці тому

    I am from Madeira Island-Funchal...and never lived there. My parents decided to go to Brazil when I was only 3 months baby!. I went to visit my island (place of birth) for the firts time when I was 30 years old. To live there is my biggest dream. I grew up in love for Madeira!. What is funny is....I live in the UK (the place you are from) 🥰. I've been living here since 2006 ...(almost 18 years). I am truly happy for you guys Madeira is so beuatiful!. For me...the moost beautiful place in the world. U would love to know what Area is that....as I didn't recognize. When I saw the big mountain on the efy side...I thought itt was the Garajau. But after It was clear to me that wasn't. I wish you both all the best!. Congratulations!. Tell me (if you feel comfortable too do so) what area is that? If not I will totally understand! GOD bless your new stunning house. Simply amazing! ✿•♡•✿ (*•.♡.•*´) ✿•♡•✿

  • @rcpd18
    @rcpd18 3 місяці тому

    this is so beautiful! i love the kitchen and everything it´s just stunning! My parents are from Madeira, but i´m extremely scared of highs and deep ocean blue.

  • @Tyme_flies
    @Tyme_flies 3 місяці тому

    I paused the video at 19 minutes and 11 seconds in to say it goes without saying you two have great taste and did a beautiful job renovating your dream home , but i like your taste in music as well. That song that is playing is beautiful like the house and you 3. Bravo Bravo well done. Im dreaming big ,i pray to get something nearly as close to your dream !!! One day One day ❤ yeah someone has good taste in music the instrumental playing after that is blusey . Chefs kiss ! ❤

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much!! 💚 really happy to get such positive feedback 🙏🏼

  • @DR_AMBER_SHINDE
    @DR_AMBER_SHINDE 3 місяці тому

    Very informative video... Did you receive your resident permit yet?

  • @danielaisfan521
    @danielaisfan521 3 місяці тому

    Can you tells us the name of the architect and builder you used? How do architects charge for their services in Madeira?

  • @xenoprobe1111
    @xenoprobe1111 3 місяці тому

    We bought a property there recently. Do you have any builders or building engineers that you feel you could recommend? :)

  • @AlgarveAddicts
    @AlgarveAddicts 4 місяці тому

    Oh wow! Its so exciting watching that verandah take shape.

  • @dagobb
    @dagobb 4 місяці тому

    The house looked already nice!

  • @MindinBliss-fx9vv
    @MindinBliss-fx9vv 4 місяці тому

    You spend the whole time in this video trying not to disclose what you paid. Why do the video if you aren't wanting to disclose ?]

  • @Zepherian
    @Zepherian 4 місяці тому

    Lovely blend of traditional and modern, that respects the local architecture and yet is modern and liveable at same time. And all that basalt will make it last forever. Enjoy your castelo ;)

  • @TheSteOli
    @TheSteOli 4 місяці тому

    Stunning! Could you do a cost breakdown ?

  • @luisfilipe534
    @luisfilipe534 5 місяців тому

    Real estate speculation by foreigners is making impossible for locals to buy or rent a house

  • @afrobian1
    @afrobian1 5 місяців тому

    Portuguese people are great builders. We still have homes and monuments they left behind in Morocco a millennia ago...

  • @afrobian1
    @afrobian1 5 місяців тому

    Half way through the video. I thought to myself a home gym will make this house a dream home. Sure enough it was right there. Congratulations guys. Enjoy your retirement to the fullest.

  • @buckw65
    @buckw65 5 місяців тому

    Fantastic video. Really enjoyed how detailed it was.

  • @Kenny-bj2zq
    @Kenny-bj2zq 5 місяців тому

    Lots of new code in renovation old houses probably much cheaper to buy a new home

  • @ericyuan9718
    @ericyuan9718 5 місяців тому

    If only we could turn back the clock, I could take advantage of the NHR and Golden Visa.

  • @curraleiro79
    @curraleiro79 6 місяців тому

    Amazing work, I saw this house on one of my trips back home, and you guys did an amazing job. It's beautiful, hope to be able to do the same one day. Well done, and wish you many years of happiness on your new home and our beautiful island of Madeira.

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 5 місяців тому

      Thank you so much!! We love Madeira 💚 life here by the ocean is a dream come true.

  • @mattmobile7882
    @mattmobile7882 6 місяців тому

    so basically: go hire an architect, he knows where to go. Thank you very much for this incredible informative video.

  • @Jamesmatthews
    @Jamesmatthews 6 місяців тому

    Loved this series. Your place is stunning. Been to madeira 7 times, and I cant get enough of it. Love the North side too, so Jurassic. Wish you both the best on the island

  • @fensabriru
    @fensabriru 6 місяців тому

    Hi, before Christmas we went to see your house, it's amazing. So we are in the process of choosing the right properties and your videos inspire us a lot. Next week I'm going to look at a few houses again and I'm wondering if you'd like to go for a coffee and a chat? I wish you all the best and bright future.

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 6 місяців тому

      Hi! Thank you ! Please can you come and find me on Instagram or Facebook and send me a message 😊

  • @rubinasilva4771
    @rubinasilva4771 6 місяців тому

    Glad you don't want to sell it , because if you do sell it and don't invest the money in the island , the government would take from you 35% of the profit you make on the house . Yes it's suc... but is the reality

  • @Track_Us_Down
    @Track_Us_Down 7 місяців тому

    Hello guys! Wishing Our Bright Journey a very Merry Christmas from Track Us Down! xoxo 🎄

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 6 місяців тому

      Hey there Doug & Monique! Hope you had a great Christmas and a Happy New Year to you! 🥂

  • @janengelbrecht2305
    @janengelbrecht2305 7 місяців тому

    Being they are older? I assume the off the road is not to rough?

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 7 місяців тому

      Hello and thanks for watching! Going off road was no problem at all, they enjoyed every minute 😊

  • @raymondwhiteman6374
    @raymondwhiteman6374 7 місяців тому

    It's Ray and Sonia, nice chatting with you both today

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 7 місяців тому

      Hello! Thank you for your kind words and support for our videos 😊 don’t forget to talk with Igor about the mini, you won’t regret it!

  • @yebo69
    @yebo69 7 місяців тому

    Howdy @ourbrightjourney I've watched your videos and am following in your footsteps. I'm in madeira for december and would like to meet up. What's the best way to connect?

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 7 місяців тому

      Hey thanks for your message.... come and find me on Instagram 😊

  • @eddy_creative
    @eddy_creative 8 місяців тому

    As far as i know the easiest route is D7 Visa, with temporary residency permit, then you extend, and i think after 5 years you can then get residency. I also applied for my irish passport, which is useful!

  • @susiblau5243
    @susiblau5243 8 місяців тому

    Diese wunderschönen Bräuche dieser Insel, sind für mich immer ein Erlebnis .Mein ❤ ist bei euch geblieben ❤️ Lich Magdeburg

  • @PedroDVC
    @PedroDVC 8 місяців тому

    Great transformation guys. Congrats

  • @susiblau5243
    @susiblau5243 8 місяців тому

    Tomatensuppe mit Poschierten Ei ,Bolo mit Knoblauch und natürlich nicht zu vergessen den köstlichen Madeira Wein ,Poncha ,oder auch einen erfrischenden Nikola zu probieren . Wir haben Weihnachten und Silvester schon zweimal mit erlebt .Nun freuen wir uns auf das Blumenfest 2024 . Der Botanische Garten ,und Monte Pallas die Seibahnen der Korbschlitten runter von Monte zur Endstation.Das Museum von Ronaldo im Pestana ist auch ein Höhepunkt zum staunen . . Zerstört diese schöne Insel. nicht . Und gebt Mitarbeitern die euch dieses schöne Erlebnisse schenken aus dank dafür auch ein Trinkgeld. . Obrigada für dieses schöne Video .❤ Lich Magdeburg

  • @susiblau5243
    @susiblau5243 8 місяців тому

    Für mich ist diese Insel,ein zweites zu Hause geworden❤wir kommen seit 2016 jedes Jahr und immer in unsere kleine geliebte Quinta in Funchal . Mir ist alles so vertraut. Von Porto Moniz ,mit Meeresschwimmbad ,Santana mit den bunten Häuschen,Porto da Cruz mit Rumfabrik ,Camara de Lobos mit den schön geschmückten Straßen und natürlich unser geliebtes Funchal,.Mit der wunderschönen Altstadt mit bemalten Türen und kleinen Restaurants wo man den Degenfisch mit Banane Lorbeerspieß, Omatensuppe mit pichi

  • @TinyDocu
    @TinyDocu 9 місяців тому

    Hi! I'm Arnoud from Tinydocu! Next week i will be at Madeira. I try to get in contact with you. I would love to make a video together about the project.

  • @sevensidesjoinery6370
    @sevensidesjoinery6370 9 місяців тому

    Really great video, my guess was 220 for the house and 210 for renovation but easy to get over it , overall a great investment and a beautiful house, time to sell and move to the next project ;) ..... ps D4 would be easy

  • @nik_ye
    @nik_ye 9 місяців тому

    you two are so inspirational

    • @ourbrightjourney
      @ourbrightjourney 7 місяців тому

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching and for your kind comment 😍

  • @azizmesser1562
    @azizmesser1562 9 місяців тому

    *Promosm* 🤷

  • @yellowledbutter
    @yellowledbutter 9 місяців тому

    I agree with your dad it is a lot like La Gomera, another beautiful place. BTW there’s another UA-camr called ‘living in madeira’ who has bought a house and needs to find a good builder, you guys should reach out to her, she seems cool :)

  • @donnaanderson5669
    @donnaanderson5669 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing it feels very spiritual😊💕🌍😇

  • @FCT12345
    @FCT12345 9 місяців тому

    Aaahhh it's beautiful but only possible if you a foreigner, so sad locals can't afford to do something like this. Sad indeed.

  • @christiangronenberg3842
    @christiangronenberg3842 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for your great and informative video. For us, the location has always been the decisive criterion. Finding a property in the first row on Madeira has become extremely difficult these days and requires a lot of luck. your house is just a dream! We are in Madeira from October 14th to November 2nd and hope to find a suitable property there! Kind regards Kathi and Christian