Overseas Property
A pizzo the action – Calabria’s doorstep challenge!
Would you rather step out of your home on to a cold, hard, grey pavement that reflects the colour of the sky with oppressive accuracy, shielding your face from the biting wind hurrying to get out of the miserable environment that surrounds you throughout the long British winter.
Dominican Republic: A focal point for overseas property investment
Overseas property investment specialists David Stanley Redfern Ltd have further enriched their enviable portfolio with the addition of exclusive 1-2 bedroom apartments in the Dominican Republic high investment value properties in the Caribbean Sosua, from an incredible $54,900.
A new phase for Phuket
Throughout its rapid modernization Phuket has retained its tropical beauty and charm and affordability; the costs of living are approximately 1/3 of UK prices. Today Phuket property is not only the most sought-after in South-East Asia, but is a serious competitor with the Mediterranean for the European market.
Premier Resorts to market Novo Carthago on the Costa Calida
Premier Resorts Ltd, European independent resort property company, has been contracted to market and sell Novo Carthago on the Costa Calida, Spain in the UK and Ireland. The 5,700 hectare resort is the most ambitious and exciting real estate development on the Costa Calida and combines two of the most sought after features of a Spanish property – golf courses and beaches.
Meteoric rise in buyers in Calabria – Italy’s emerging new star
The Italian province of Calabria is seeing an unprecedented level of interest from overseas buyers according to Real Estate specialist, Dennis Onstenk of InCalabria Ltd.
South Africa's house prices increase by 351% over the last 10 years
South Africa has often been referred to as a ‘sleeping giant’ and if the increases in property prices over the last 10 years is anything to go by (351% increase) then this giant is certainly stirring.
Crimean Ukraine's excellent property investment opportunities
Still, the overseas property investment market and its many investors and analysts, brokers and agents are seeing the Black Sea region continue to grow in value and appeal. The escalating interest in this emerging market, particularly true of Crimean Ukraine has led to something of a feeding frenzy for properties.
The Towers of San Gimignano
Precious Villas now have pleasure in bringing to the market a lovingly restored property in classic Tuscany that is ‘Chiavi in Mano’ – translated means, furnished, landscaped and ready for occupancy or turnkey property.
Be tempted by tropical Thailand this winter
Overseas property investors seeking rental guarantees and 50% mortgages need look no further than the breathtaking Chang Noi resort on Thailand’s exclusive Koi Chang island where independent overseas property agents, London International Property are currently offering beachfront villas from as little as £80,470.
Protection when investing in emerging markets
Emerging markets, as a means of achieving the best possible returns from overseas property investment, are presenting some interesting and exciting opportunities in the world of foreign property investment; rapid growth rates, impressive capital appreciation and rental yields provide highly lucrative investments when compared with earnings in more traditional markets.
Italy - One of few "second home destinations" in Europe
Italy is one of the few “second home destinations” in europe that has a strong local domestic market which creates stability in the property field. Newer countries to the property market may not be able to offer this desired property climate.
Buying abroad and you need income?
The British are emigrating in record numbers according to recent research with 1.8 million leaving the country since 1997.
Older properties seek favour in Spain
For those looking for higher priced homes – older more established properties seek favour in Spain.
MIGs become more commonplace in Spain
Mortgage Indemnity Guarantees (MIGs) were widely used in the UK a decade ago to safeguard lending at high loan to value (LTV). They still exist in the UK to a certain extent although lenders now have to make it very clear that the premium protects the bank and not the customer due to widespread criticism in the press.
IMS adds Dubai to non-resident mortgage portfolio
Ever since Sheikh Mohammed declared in May 2002 that foreigners were allowed to purchase property in Dubai, demand for home loans has soared. In fact according to reports in the Khaleej Times, mortgage lending in the United Arab Emirates increased an annual 97% in the second quarter of 2007 as foreigners bought property in the Gulf state.