Overseas Property
Stunning 13th Century Italian villages launches latest eOffice
Italy's first internet village, Colletta Di Castelbianco has once again broken new ground by launching an innovative and stylish business centre which has just had its inauguration.
Pivotal Turkey introduces Alanya to Britain
Obasaray 4 is a development that makes a bold statement, it’s literal translation being the ‘Palace of Oba’ – but does it deliver?
Brazil - Carnival Time for investors
‘Carnival Time’ might be the best way to describe Brazil, as investment into property is at an all time high, particularly with the current market growth estimated at between 20% - 30% per annum and tourist numbers increasing annually.
South Africa - Investment opportunity that is the perfect 'hole in one'
Pin High Property is delighted to bring to the market Fijnbosch Estate, one of the finest leisure-lifestyle investment opportunities currently available in South Africa.
Cefalu, Sicily - A medieval town welcomes new developments
A recent report has highlighted just how much the Italian property market has been transformed in recent years.
Montalcino, Italy - Follow in the footsteps of the stars
Montalcino has long been associated with the stars, with regular visitors including Anthony Hopkins, Meryl Streep, Sharon Stone, Mel Gibson and Royalty topping the list. These big names in conjunction with the recognition earlier this year that Montalcino has now become a world heritage site by UNESCO, is paving the way for property development.
Portugal receives 21 billion euro grant for development
Portugal has recently taken on the EU Presidency, which will undoubtedly raise its public profile, but in addition to this honour, they will now receive a 21 Billion Euro grant to help further develop the country.
Buy one property and play seven golf courses
Le Grand Lodge at Mont Tremblant, Canada, has seven golf courses nearby including two rated in the country’s Top 10 as recently as 2005. Canadians themselves regard Mont Tremblant as a top leisure destination, with its year-round attractions such as skiing in the winter and walking, cycling, sailing, fishing and, of course, golf in the summer.
Morocco - No tax on rental income for five years
For serious investors, Morocco must rate as one of the best investments around. Recent modernisation reforms have made it an exceptional place to do business and with a dual tax treaty between Morocco and the UK along with serious investment into infrastructure Morocco is in a superb position to attract overseas investors.
Desert Spring, at Almanzora, Almeria, Spain
Desert Springs Golf Resort in Almanzora, Almeria has been featured heavily on the overseas property portal property-abroad.com as a result of a successful awareness trip to the resort in July 2007.
“Little Britain on the Costas” deters many overseas buyers
Although Spain still reigns as the top destination for holiday-home owners buying abroad, an overwhelming 82 per cent of consumers who would choose not to buy property there claimed it was because of the English “pub-frequenting, fish-and-chip-loving” culture of ex-pat communities in the country, according to research from GE Money Home Lending.
Don’t dither with the dollars
In the first week of July 2007 the pound surged to a 26-year high against the poor old US dollar. Currently pitched at 2.01 $ US to the Great British pound everything’s two for the price of one right now, and that includes property.
The Caviar Bar in St Petersburg
“To create a luxurious bar that sells caviar in the heart of St Petersburg for a chic and discerning clientele was an exciting and challenging prospect”, says Jon O’Dwyer of RDD.
Investing in Thai real estate is no white elephant
The Thai real estate sector has undergone intense scrutiny over the last 2 ½ years. The devastating Tsunami in December 2004 and military coup in September 2006 certainly gained the ‘land of smiles’ global attention however the Thai government and its people have worked hard to utilise this interest positively.
Perfection in Potenza Picena
Le Marche is being heralded as the alternative Tuscany, and with good reason. Located on the Eastern coast, this is an agricultural region of rolling countryside, mostly unspoilt, with 180 km of Adriatic coastline.