PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES EUROPE
Northern Cyprus property investment is expected to realise high capital gains and strong rental returns. Investors in Northern Cyprus have seen price increases of around 25% a year for the last two years and with property up to half the price of Cyprus property market generally, gains are expected to continue. Northern Cyprus is one of the Mediterranean’s best-kept secrets and as increasing numbers of visitors and relocating retirees are finding out, Northern Cyprus has plenty to offer. As the island’s popularity increases so does property investment potential. Investment Property Northern Cyprus
Cyprus property investment, along with Northern Cyprus property, is currently one of the best in the Mediterranean. Investors in Cyprus property can expect average returns of nearly 200% over the next decade. Investment in off-plan Cyprus development has particularly good potential. Cyprus, a favourite holiday spot, is also a well-established retirement and relocation destination, particularly with the British, which adds to investment potential for resale Cyprus property. Investment Property Cyprus
Germany property investment is one of huge potential with analysts generally agreeing that Germany real estate is about to change for the better. Rental yields for Berlin apartments are already showing promising yield increases. Investing in Germany properties in cities such as Bremerhaven, Dresden, Hamburg and Munich is worth consideration. Germany has recently seen a large increase in tourist figures with this tendency set to continue. Germany has a wealth of attractions and the investor in Germany property will find a wide range of properties. The Germany mortgage market is about to undergo liberalisation, which is expected to boost property investment in Germany. Investment Property Germany
Greece property investment is an established favourite and one with excellent returns – Greece home prices increased by over 200% between 1993 and 2006. The best areas for Greece property investment include Athens and resorts on Corfu, Rhodes and the Peloponnese Peninsula – buy-to-let opportunities are particularly good here. Greece is a perennial holiday spot and its myriad attractions draw thousands of tourists annually. Athens in particular, has seen dramatic increases in tourism with consequent opportunities for rental investment in Greece properties. Investment Property Greece
Italy property investment is an eternal favourite among overseas property investors. Italy real estate, particularly in the southern regions – Sicily is a prime example – offers competitive prices. Capital appreciation in the south is forecast at between 15% and 20% over the next 5 years, promising high returns on property investment. Italy is the world’s fifth most popular holiday destination and one of Europe’s most beautiful countries with a unique cultural and historic heritage. A tourist hot spot, Italy is also favoured by retirees and relocators, adding to the potential for Italy property investment. Investment Property Italy
Spain property investment regularly tops the list of overseas property investors’ preferred destinations and those who invest in Spain real estate enjoy high rental yields and ongoing capital appreciation. The current Spanish property market is experiencing slower growth, but the potential for property investment in Spain remains. Spain, the world’s second favourite holiday destination, has plenty to offer the tourist – 2007 saw nearly 60 million visitors – and is also a well-established destination for thousands of retirees and relocators. Spain property investment offers excellent opportunities for holiday rentals and resales. Investment Property Spain
Turkey property investment offers excellent opportunities with Turkey real estate experiencing high returns. Prices for Turkey real estate in coastal areas – for example, property investment in Belek and Bodrum – have doubled in the last 2 years. Overseas property analysts predict that Turkey property is about to boom, making now the time to invest in Turkey property. Turkey offers a wealth of tourist attractions, not least its stunning beaches and unspoilt resorts such as Belek and Bodrum. Tourist figures grow annually and Turkey is considered one of the world’s most dynamic markets, increasing Turkey property investment potential. Investment Property Turkey
PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES SOUTH AMERICA
Argentina property investment represents high capital gains and a buy in Argentina also offers potential for good rental yields. Argentina land and property are cheaper than European equivalents and Argentine property has experienced rises of 50% since 2002. Property investment in Argentina is particularly promising in Buenos Aires – buying here has huge rental potential. Argentina boasts spectacular and varied scenery and has a fast-growing tourist industry. With visitor figures expected to double by 2010, investors in Argentina property will find excellent buy-to-let potential, particularly in a Buenos Aires off-plan development. Investment Property Argentina
Brazil property investment is quickly earning the well-deserved reputation as one of the best emerging markets for overseas investment. With its stunning natural scenery – Brazil offers endless tropical beaches and exotic surroundings – Brazil is one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations with tourism figures increasing annually, particularly in the north east region of Natal. As well as competitive prices, Brazil offers foreign investors 100% freehold ownership and an emerging Brazil mortgage market. With foreign investment in Brazil property reaching a massive US$1.3 million in 2006, Brazil presents huge potential for the overseas property investor. Investment Property Brazil
PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES MIDDLE EAST
Dubai property, particularly Dubai off-plan development, is an established favourite with overseas property investment, with Dubai real estate showing impressive capital gains and promising rental yields. There are many options to buy Dubai properties offering a wealth of new development and UAE property, particularly in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, provides additional choice. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are now well-established tourist destinations and the UAE also attracts thousands of ex-pat workers. Between them, tourists and ex-pats represent substantial potential for rental yields from Dubai property investment. Investment Property Dubai
Egypt property investment is a recent arrival to the overseas property portfolio, but Egypt real estate, particularly off-plan Egypt development in Red Sea resorts – Marsa Alam, Hurghada and Sharm - is already an excellent investment. With impressive rises in Egypt homes in Red Sea locations, investing in Egypt properties is well worth consideration. Egypt, home to a fascinating ancient culture, has a booming tourist industry with record visitor numbers in 2007. With vast government investment in infrastructure, Egypt tourism is a major growth industry, providing further potential for Egypt property investment. Investment Property Egypt
PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES AFRICA
Cape Verde property investment offers some of the world’s cheapest resort property, particularly in Murdeira, Pedra de Lume, Sal Rei and Calheta. The recent emergence of Cape Verde real estate has led to plenty of opportunities for investment in Cape Verde new development with good buy-to-let potential in Cape Verde off-plan properties. Cape Verde’s 10 tropical islands are fast becoming firm favourites with tourists and visitor figures have shown impressive increases. Cape Verde government investment in tourist amenities – golf courses and marinas included – adds further potential to Cape Verde property investment. Investment Property Cape Verde
Those making investment in Morocco property and land will find high gains and excellent rental yields. Marrakech land and property investment currently offers the best potential and Morocco real estate has risen in price by 75% since 2001. New development in Marrakech is the main option for property investment in Morocco. Morocco offers plenty of tourist attractions with Marrakech at the forefront and Morocco’s tourist figures are showing impressive annual increases. This, together with major government investment in infrastructure, augurs well for Morocco property investment. Investment Property Morocco
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PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES EASTERN EUROPE
Black Sea property and land investment is a relatively new addition to overseas property investment and the area, which includes the Bulgaria Black Sea (resorts such as Varna and Albena) and the Romanian Black Sea coast, shows enormous promise. Potential for high capital gains from investment in Black Sea properties is high and this includes countries such as Albania, Georgia, Russia and Ukraine. Black Sea resorts are fast gaining in popularity with holidaymakers, and tourist figures, particularly in Bulgarian Black Sea resorts, are increasing annually. The tourist industry and, by extension, Black Sea property investment, will receive a huge boost from the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. Investment Property Black Sea
Bulgaria land and property investment currently presents one of the world’s top investment opportunities. Described as one of ‘the big winners’ in capital growth, Bulgaria property gains increased by over 25% in 2007, with this tendency forecast to continue. Property investment in Sofia, the capital, offers a particularly promising future. Bulgaria boasts a wealth of tourist attractions – for example, the Black Sea resorts of Varna and Albena – and growing tourist figures enhance the potential for Bulgaria property investment. A Bulgaria mortgage is available to finance your Bulgaria real estate investment. Investment Property Bulgaria
Sofia property investment with its impressive gains and strong rental yields currently represents an excellent choice for those planning to buy in Bulgaria. Sofia is a major recipient of investment in Bulgaria with the city's businesses drawing thousands of migrants. An acute shortage of housing makes investment in Sofia off-plan property particularly attractive.
Sofia is an important business location centred around Stolichna and the Sofia Airport Center. With the city's expansion into north and west districts, commuter areas such as Kostinbrod offer excellent investment potential within the Sofia property market. Investment Property Sofia City Centre
Croatia property investment market is currently booming and investment in Croatia property currently promises one of Europe’s highest gains with experts predicting price rises of between 100% and 150% in Croatia real estate. Rental yields are also showing good returns, making Croatia property investment well worth consideration. Croatia’s tourist industry is under expansion with vast expenditure in infrastructure improvements and with over 10 million visitors a year, tourism in Croatia is set to increase significantly. This together with Croatia’s imminent entry into the EU, offers further benefits to Croatia property investors. Investment Property Croatia
Macedonia property investment is one of the newest European markets, but Macedonia’s winning combination of a strong economy and tourist industry means investment in Macedonia property offers excellent opportunities. Macedonia real estate is currently registering annual gains of 9%, with potential for higher growth. Macedonia is known as the ‘Pearl of the Balkans’ and boasts beautiful scenery, particularly in Ohrid. Visitor numbers are currently small, but increasing fast and the upgrading of tourist facilities is expected to boost numbers further. Property investment in Macedonia is therefore well worth consideration. Investment Property Macedonia
Montenegro property market might be in its infancy but investment in Montenegro property has already seen some impressive results. Returns from Montenegro real estate in resorts such as the Budva Riviera and other coastal spots are expected to double within the next year, making this the time to invest in Montenegro properties. Montenegro is also a recent arrival on the European holiday map and its spectacular scenery is attracting increasing numbers of tourists. This together with large-scale investment in the tourist industry adds to the potential for Montenegro property investment. Investment Property Montenegro
Poland property offers one of the best opportunities for overseas property investment. The Poland real estate market is currently yielding spectacular annual gains with prices per square metre increasing over 50% in 2007. Warsaw property is particularly attractive for investors in Poland property. Poland is attracting growing numbers of tourists, drawn to Poland’s variety of landscapes. Poland hosts the Football Euro Cup in 2012, an additional factor for Poland property investment potential. Investment Property Poland
Romania property investment is currently considered one of the best global options within an overseas property portfolio. With 2006 property prices set to quadruple within a decade, Romania property investment – particularly Bucharest property – offers exceptional value. In addition, buy-to-let Romania real estate has high potential for rental yields. Romania is a fast growing tourist destination and its wide-ranging choice of holiday options mean it is set to become a firm favourite with holidaymakers. This enhances the opportunities for investment in Romania property, particularly in Romania Black Sea resorts and Bucharest. Investment Property Romania
Russia investment property and land is fast proving to be one of the world’s most promising with Moscow new builds and St Petersburg property showing some of the most spectacular increases. The Krasnodar region – home to Sochi, host of the 2014 Winter Olympics – is also experiencing high returns. Russia is one of the world’s top tourist destinations and this tourist potential is set to increase dramatically. The Sochi Olympics will greatly enhance Russia’s tourist industry and the potential for investment in Russia property. Investment Property Russia
Slovakia property investment is a recent arrival to the overseas property investor’s portfolio, but Slovakia real estate – particularly Bratislava property – is already showing excellent potential. Slovakia property has recently seen one of the strongest price rises in the world. Slovakia boasts numerous tourist attractions and is fast gaining popularity as a holiday destination. Bratislava’s proximity to Vienna makes it a prime commuter spot and this together with growing tourism, adds further promise to Slovakia property investment. Investment Property Slovakia
Ukraine property investment is tipped as one of the most promising worldwide. Price increases in Ukraine properties of 600% over the last 3 years confirm the potential for investors in Ukraine land and property. Kiev off-plan property is showing particularly good gains. Ukraine has plenty to offer the tourist and visitor figures are experiencing regular annual gains. The Football Euro Cup in 2012 (host cities include Kiev, Lviv, Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk) will boost the tourist industry considerably and increase property investment in Ukraine. Investment Property Ukraine
PROPERTY INVESTMENT GUIDES ASIA
Investment in Malaysia property is a new addition to an overseas property investment portfolio, but within a short time Malaysia properties have proved an excellent investment. With recent gains of between 15% and 30%, Malaysia real estate also shows great potential for rental yields, particularly off-plan Kuala Lumpur property. Malaysia is home to numerous treasures and a favourite holiday spot as well as retirement destination. With rising tourist figures and growing numbers of retirees, Malaysia property investment presents excellent rental and resale potential. Investment Property Malaysia
Thailand property investment has recently performed well. With Thailand properties costing far less than other property hotspots, Thailand real estate investment – Pattaya new builds are a good example – is a compelling choice. Thailand property also offers buy-to-let options in Bangkok real estate and off-plan development in resorts such as Pattaya and Phuket. Thailand is a world-famous holiday destination and boasts a wealth of cultural and historic sights as well as stunning beaches. Tourist figures have doubled over the last ten years and are set to increase still further, adding further potential to Thailand property investment. Investment Property Thailand
Overseas property investment offers an investment vehicle with enormous opportunities. A combination of a strong global economy, growing tourism worldwide and the forecast that the ownership of overseas property is set to double over the next 5 years mean investment in overseas properties represents immense potential. Whether you invest in an established overseas market or choose one of the many emerging markets such as Brazil, Bulgaria or Slovakia for your overseas property investment, the shrewd investor can expect high capital gains and excellent rental yields. Overseas Property Investment
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