Overseas Property TV (OPTV or O'seasproperty, as it appeared on the

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) was a television channel broadcast in the

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and

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, on the Sky Digital and

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platforms. The channel offered a schedule of original programming from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. daily. The channel was targeted at UK and Ireland residents wishing to buy, sell and develop property abroad (particularly the

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region,

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and Florida). The channel also offered programming about relocating to other countries, legal advice and

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tips. The schedule was peppered with travelogues, celebrity chat and cookery shows. MacAnthony Realty International Group (MRI) owned the channel; MRI was formed by Chairman of

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. Although predominantly a lifestyle channel, commercial breaks and sales hours were used as a publicity vehicle for MRI. The channel's programming was original and produced by Rapid Broadcast Ltd for MRI Media. Luisa Tramontano was executive producer for Rapid Broadcast, overseeing the channel from its launch until its demise. Wendy MacAnthony was in charge of MRI Media. The channel averaged a million monthly viewers and was

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rated. The channel closed and was removed from the Sky and Freesat EPG's in January 2009; the company was liquidated the same year.

Magazine

A magazine was launched alongside the channel in September 2006. The ''OPTV'' magazine was sold in

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stores and high street supermarkets; it was edited by Stewart Anderson.

List of programmes

Destination Lunch

"Destination Lunch" looked at popular overseas destinations. The programme was hosted by

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and Neil Hamilton. The show also featured Paul Bloxham and occasionally, celebrity guests.

The Real...

Hosted by

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and Richard Orford, the programme investigated the cultures of Italy, Berlin, Bulgaria and other countries; it also looked at some properties and legal advice.
The Real BerlinThe Real Brazil

The Property Market

The programme offered insights into different countries'

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s and how to get on them; the show also looked at different properties based on price. "The Property Market" was hosted by Shauna Lowry and Nigel Leck
The Property Market

Head to Head

In the programme, hosts

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and Richard Orford went head to head to champion their preferred country; only one country could win. The programme features dishes cooked by Paul Bloxham and Sam Watherstone.

Around the World

"Around the World" was a programme in which hosts Amy Garcia, Lee MacDonald,

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and Michelle Watt tried to find properties around the world for sale for the best value
Around The World - Ep. 15Around The World - Ep. 8

The Ultimate Overseas Property Seminar

A programme in which Martin Roberts, with help from award-winning property law expert John Howell, brought advice for overseas properties.

Property Kings

"Property Kings" looked at the stories of successful entrepreneurs in the overseas property market; it was hosted by John Daly.

Overseas Property News

Presented by

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, it rounded up the biggest property and travel global news stories of the week.

How to Purchase Abroad

A programme that featured guides on making property investments and purchasing second homes abroad. It was hosted by Des Clarke and Diana Moran with legal advice from expert Stefano Lucatello.

Ask the Property Experts

In the programme, John Daly answered questions relating to overseas property purchases, with help from property experts.

72

In "72", Brendan Courtney and Stewart Castledine would have just 72 hours to find holiday homes for people.

Property Boot Camp

"Property Boot Camp" was a show in which hosts James Max and

found suitable homes for people on a tight budget.

Relocation Clinic

A show in which David Grant and Carrie Grant, with support from resident lawyer Stefano Lucatello, answered questions relating to relocation.

Profit from Property

"Profit from Property" gave advice on moving into property rental, hosted by Tris Payne and James Max.

Women in the Property Market

Sue Haywood and Sunita Shroff looked at successful women's stories in the property market and some helpful advice.

Snap

Hosted by John Daly and a celebrity guest, "Snap" looked at people's first homes and compared the current prices to the prices when they were bought.

Hot Nights, Cool Places

Cat Porter, Andy Jaye and Sarah Matravers provided information, inspiration and entertainment for great nights overseas.

Paradise Abroad

"Paradise Abroad", hosted by Jon Briggs and Trish Lynch, looked at the best exotic destinations from around the world.

Property Pensions

The programme gave successful people's advice on starting a property pension, hosted by

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and Sian Jones.

Retire Abroad

"Retire Abroad" investigated the best retirement destinations and guides, hosted by

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and Diana Moran.

Where in the World

Comedy panel game show in which a panel tried to guess the location of a mystery guest's property. Presented by Richard Orford.

MRI's Top 5 Buys

A programme that followed the latest MRI developments around the world, presented by Jon Dixon and MRI marketing experts.

Invest While You Rest

Hosted by Jon Dixon and

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, "Invest While You Rest" offered potential property investments and house tours.

Invest In

In the show, Gigi Morley and James McCourt looked at holiday destinations with excellent investment potential.

Buy the Best

Hosted by Anoushka Williams and Milo McCabe, the programme showcased two international property developments, with the help of MRI's leading experts.

Buy In

With his regular MRI experts, James McCourt looked at overseas locations with excellent holiday home or investment potential.

Buy MRI for...

"Buy MRI for...", hosted by James McCourt and Anoushka Williams, investigated wise investment opportunities with some help from MRI's leading experts.

Hot Property Alert

"Hot Property Alert" showcased potentially investable destinations, hosted by John Dixon and guests.

Inspection Trip

Jeremy Milnes went to MRI to investigate what happens when inspection trips are booked to find dream homes.

Why Buy MRI?

The programme guided people on purchasing properties from MRI developments, hosted by Craig Rowe and MRI experts.

References

External links

Official site
{{DEFAULTSORT:Overseas Property Tv Defunct television channels in the United Kingdom Television channels in the United Kingdom Television channels and stations established in 2006 Television channels and stations disestablished in 2009