International Living Community

what are the requirements for a D7? do you have to open a bank account? rent a place? etc.

Are there cheaper houses in the southern part of Portugal? inland? That is safe and warm not like the north where it came be damp and cold.
I've read all prices have shot up because of expats.

I want to visit and maybe live in Portugal where its warm not the north where it's cold and damp. But the housing prices or rent is very high.

Are there places in the warm area yet have cheaper houses or rent.

I love what I have read about the southern part of the country. I lived in Brasil for almost 3 years and learned some Portuguese and I know there are some differences but it is a start.
Thanks, Nora