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Meet Adam Schoon, a renowned fine art and antique specialist who's made the Algarve his home! Known for his expertise on BBC's Antiques Roadshow and his specialization in Chinese and Japanese ceramics, Adam shares his fascinating journey from family collecting traditions to becoming one of the UK's respected antique experts.

Discover how his passion for antiques began, his experiences evaluating priceless pieces on television, and why he chose Portugal as his base for continuing his work in the antique world. Adam also reveals insights into Portugal's rich antiquities heritage and the unique treasures that can be found throughout the country.

Whether you're an antique enthusiast, curious about Portugal's cultural treasures, or interested in how international experts view life in the Algarve, this conversation offers a unique perspective from someone who truly appreciates both historical artifacts and Portuguese charm.

Perfect for anyone fascinated by antiques, Portuguese culture, or the stories of international professionals who've found their home in Portugal.

Takeaways

Adam Schoon is a general valuer with a broad knowledge of antiques.

His passion for antiques was sparked by his mother's collection and his grandmother's archaeological stories.

Handling antiques provides a spiritual connection to the past.

Chinese and Japanese ceramics are his specialty, developed through years of experience.

The Antiques Roadshow has allowed him to share fascinating stories behind various objects.

He travels frequently for antique evaluations, balancing work and life in Portugal.

Portugal's community spirit and caring nature influenced his decision to move there.

The Algarve offers a mix of tranquility and development, making it a unique place to live.

Portuguese jewellery has a rich history linked to Brazil's rare stones.

Antiques in Portugal are often hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Antiques and Fine Art

02:49 The Journey into Antiques

05:44 Specialization in Asian Art

08:17 The Role of Media in Antiques

11:14 Life in Portugal and Its Influence

14:15 Evaluating Portuguese Antiquities

17:03 The Hidden Treasures of Portugal

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Thinking about trading US life for Portuguese beach living? Meet this inspiring American couple who made Salema their permanent home and discovered that Portugal exceeded all their expectations!

From navigating the property price surge to finding the perfect healthcare solution, they share the unfiltered reality of relocating to one of the Algarve's most charming coastal towns.

Learn why they chose the western Algarve over other regions, how they handled US bank closures when moving abroad permanently, and their game-changing experience with Portugal's healthcare system. Spoiler alert: a full emergency room visit with ambulance cost just 150 euros compared to what would have been over $10,000 in the US!

This honest conversation covers everything from daily life in a small Portuguese town to building community as American expats. Plus, discover their secret to debt-free living and why they believe moving to Portugal was "the best decision they ever made."

Takeaways

Western Algarve coastal living offers dramatic cliffs and cooler ocean breezes

Property prices surged significantly between their scouting trip and actual move

Many US banks will cut off customers with foreign addresses - plan accordinglyPortuguese banking system is surprisingly efficient once you navigate the setup

Emergency healthcare costs fraction of US prices (150€ vs $10,000+ for ER visit)

Private health insurance costs far less than US equivalent even with pre-existing conditions

Community building requires effort but rewarding connections are possible

Daily life involves more driving than expected to access activities and friends

Debt-free living goal influenced their property purchase decisions significantly

Chapters

00:00 Why They Chose Salema and Western Algarve

01:22 Property Price Reality Check

02:34 Debt-Free Living Goals

03:20 Daily Life in Salema

05:10 Beach Lifestyle vs Beach Living

06:03 Local Restaurants and Amenities

07:14 US Banking Challenges When Moving Abroad

09:11 Portuguese Banking Setup Experience

11:09 Healthcare: The Serenity Solution

13:14 Private Insurance vs US Costs

15:39 Emergency Room Reality: 150€ Total

16:02 Building Community as American Expats

17:37 Best Decision They Ever Made

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Portugal's government has proposed significant changes to immigration and citizenship laws that could affect expats planning to move or already living in the country.

Immigration lawyer Ana Teresa Pereira joins us to explain what these proposals mean and the timeline for potential implementation.

The key proposed changes include extending citizenship eligibility from 5 to 10 years of residency for most countries (7 years for Portuguese-speaking nations), adding cultural and historical knowledge requirements beyond basic language skills, and new restrictions on family reunification processes.

However, these are still proposals requiring parliamentary approval and presidential sign-off, with a realistic timeline extending into autumn 2025.

Takeaways

Government proposed increasing citizenship residency requirement from 5 to 10 years (7 for CPLP countries)

Additional cultural and historical knowledge tests proposed beyond current A2 Portuguese requirement

Family reunification changes include 2-year residency requirement before bringing spouses

Job seeker visas proposed to be limited to highly qualified professionals only

Proposed retroactive application date of June 19th, 2025 creating uncertainty for current applicants

Laws still require parliamentary discussion, presidential approval - timeline likely autumn 2025

D7 "accompanying visa" strategy may offer alternative to family reunification challenges

Current citizenship applications taking 1-2 years to process with significant backlogs

People eligible now considering rushing applications before potential changes take effect

Citizenship for children born in Portugal would require parents to have 3 years residency

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Immigration Changes

01:57 Key Changes in Citizenship Requirements

04:49 Execution and Timeline of New Laws

09:41 Challenges in Citizenship Application Process

14:50 Impact on Family Reunification19:58 Job Seeker Visa and Other Changes

23:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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