Overseas Property
Credit-crunch should boost overseas property investment
With the credit-crunch still showing no signs of abating, it is time to restart the boom in overseas property investment, according to one industry expert.
American property becomes more appealing
The US Federal Reserve announced last week that it would cut the federal funds rate from 1% to between 0 and 0.25%, a move that should lower the cost of mortgages and make a US property investment even more appealing.
Spain still top of the hot spots for Brits buying abroad
Like Muhammad Ali in his heyday Spain refuses to be beaten. Despite receiving a battering from the press this beautiful country has retained its number one spot as the most popular place for Brits to buy abroad.
Plans for more new ski homes in Les Arcs
Construction work will get underway soon on more new ski-in, ski-out homes in Les Arcs, said to be the “most beautiful and sought after area in the French Alps.”
Location, location, location - but how about political stability?
Buying overseas property has become one of the defining characteristics of consumer behaviour over the last 30 years. Despite the current economic difficulties, there are still purchasers out there.
Every cloud has a silver lining
Diversification is key to all investment portfolios and an investment in development land and teak in Costa Rica provides diversification, security and a fantastic return. Costa Rica Invest’s latest project has now sold all of its smaller plots but there are still opportunities available.
Croatian property market boosted by government efforts
The Croatian government has been commended for its efforts to encourage foreign investment in the country's property market.
Bulgaria sixth most popular with overseas property buyers
It has been revealed by overseas property portal, Global Edge that Bulgaria is sixth most popular among their 1.4 million visitors.
Jones Homes geared up for motor sport tourists
Despite the global economic turmoil, one place continues to defy the doom and gloom as even more tourists and investors are expected to flock to Portugal’s Western Algarve following the recent opening of the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, a brand new state-of-the-art race track near Portimão.
Advice on how to buy a home safely and confidently in Spain
Whether you are on the look out for a holiday home, good investment or a permanent base abroad, purchasing a home in Spain for many, can be a daunting experience. Indeed, with unfamiliar laws, regulations and customs, the process of purchasing a dream home abroad may be a step to far for individuals.
Get that festive feeling and celebrate in Marbella
Marbella is one of the most popular, best known and best loved resorts on the Costa del Sol. The city boasts fantastic Andalucian weather, a glamorous reputation, luxurious resorts and plenty of festivities throughout the year, particularly around Christmas and New Year.
Lost spa of the Medici family found in Florence
Until four years ago, the former thermal day spa of the Medici family in Florence had fallen on hard times. Once one of the most exclusive spas in Europe, it had been lost for centuries and was being used as a garage.
Property Frontiers : Where to invest in 2009
In this period of economic uncertainty the vital question is ‘where are the best places to invest in property for 2009?’
Home-grown olive oil a bonus for villa-owners in Crete
A Berkshire-based developer celebrated National Tree Week by planting 1,400 trees for Britons to enjoy in Crete.
On the search for the 'Mr Right' of Canadian property
For more and more of us the search for the 'right' investment, the 'right' location and the 'right' property overseas are all important considerations and as the world becomes even more accessible the choices are seemingly endless. But how do you know when you've made the right choice?