Yes, I am in Lisbon and my perspective is optimistic.I think that 2020 will be quite solid due to all the supports and subsidies from banks and government. 2021 will give some discounts and Christmas 2021 will be the turning point for RE to grow up again

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They may want to extend for a year after the 6 months at a discounted LTR rate or it is simply a transition place while they look to buy, etc

is this a good way to buy a property at a discounted price? 

The right property owner you are looking for is someone who are looking for long term stable income, don't mind take a little discount and maybe waive the first month rent if you can somehow convince them.

Ive certainly purchased properties at serious discounts to the listing price....but it wasnt just random shotgunning of the offers.What I usually start with when trying to see if a lowball offer is appropriate is having a conversation with the listing agent first.

Problem with many of them I see this far north is November thru March they kinda sit or you have to discount the daily rate so much that you only might break even.