The couple still love the people and the country they have adopted but Bob paints a picture of a nation in a mess -- one where strikes are commonplace , officialdom is mistrusted and illegal payments and tax evasion are part of everyday life . Retired couple face extra property tax of € 500 ( $ 500 ) in the next year . European Commission says Greek debt for the next year stands at 487billion ( $ 690 ) Swimming pools , big cars and houses are being targeted to raise extra cash . Gloucester has teetered on the edge of defaulting on its debts .
Retired couple face extra property tax of € 500 ( $ 500 ) in the next year . European Commission says Greek debt for the next year stands at 487billion ( $ 690 ) Swimming pools , big cars and houses are being targeted to raise extra cash . Gloucester has teetered on the edge of defaulting on its debts .