British couple in Portugal disagree over her role in building disputes

The Sansasyonel - International (English) · Nov 5, 2026 · 1m

Marcus and Rosie relocated from the UK to Portugal a few years back. Rosie took on the role of co-chair for their apartment building’s condominium, even though her Portuguese is limited. She explains that she aims to grasp how the building operates and make a local contribution. However, the position entails administrative tasks, disorganized records, and long-standing conflicts among residents, such as unaccounted funds and disagreements about roof repairs. Marcus prefers to stay out of the disputes and avoid letting the building become their main social circle. He thinks Rosie feels…