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 | Australian Property Forum
Australian Property offers a great opportunity for relocation and investment purposes. If it is carefully selected in one of the country’s current hotspots, however does the sheer distance away make it a bridge too far for european buyes and investors alike.
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| Brazilian Property Forum
Brazil is amongst the fastest growing and most sought-after worldwide property locations, while returns on investment from Brazilian real estate are currently amongst the highest in the world.
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| Bulgarian Property Forum
Bulgaria has been a propertyinvestment hotspot for some time now, however will potential oversupply leave some investors in a sticky situation?
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| Cape Verde Property Forum
This archipeligo approx 300kms off the coast of Senegal (West Africa) is the closest tropical destination for European holiday-makers. Savvy investors have been in this market for some time now, however with direct flights starting in November 06 from the UK this market still has a long time still to run.
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| Cyprus Property Forum
Cyprus offers outstanding investment potential for both buy to let investors in the established South with the added potential for investors looking to make capital appreciations in the emerging market of the North.
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| Egyptian Property Forum
With major investmentand infratructure being invested into large-scale tourist resorts in the red sea regions, the emerging Egyptian property market offers great opportunity for early investors.
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| Italian Property Forum
The south of Italy offers low entry into a territory which is european, safe and already has established infrastucture.
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| Malaysian Property Forum
The Malaysian property market is currently in the early stage of a promising growth spurt. Due to a strong economic climate and new government incentives to encourage foreign investment in real estate in Malaysia, many property purchasers around the world are currently looking to Malaysia as a lucrative property market in which to invest.
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| Romanian Property Forum
Romania is ideal for property purchasers who relish the idea of being amongst the first to invest in a new, growing economy prior to EU membership in 2007/2008. Investment is flooding in from foreign enterprises however will this market have the longevity to provide a stable base for Property Investors.
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| Spanish Property Forum
The Spanish property market provides buyers the ideal destination in which to re-locate or purchase a second or holiday home. However for an investor,are the golden years over due to too much supply, or is the market at the bottom of a trough and will peak in the coming years.
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| Thailand Property Forum
The relatively undiscovered nature of Thailand means that property priceshere remain well below those of other worldwide locations offering such stunning natural resources. Thailand property provides a profit-rich environment, boasting some encouraging capital growth figures of around 10-15% per annum.
The future looks rosy?, or will complex land ownership laws affecting foreigners cause this potential investment gold mine to be abandoned early?
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| Turkey Property Forum
Turkey has been highly sought after as a holiday destination for a long time with around 25 million tourists flocking to the stunning beaches along the Turkish coast each year. The beautiful climate and exotic quality of life help to make Turkey a location that is much in demand.
Turkish property still offers enormous potential for returns on investment. Last year alone, property prices rose significantly with more people looking to purchase homes in Turkey. This extra demand is set to push prices up drastically.
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| Portuguese Property Forum
Tourists and investors are drawn to Portugal due to its relaxed, modern lifestyle, warm climate, proximity to the rest of Europe and relatively low property prices. A stable economic and political climate, along with new opportunities within both mature and emerging areas of the country, all make Portugal an attractive property investment market.
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| South Africa Property Forum
Foreign property investors in South Africa are today taking advantage of benefits such as tax breaks and a low rate of the Rand. Steady economic expansion and a growing middle class is fuelling the strong demand for more holiday properties, while increased international tourism is being boosted by government incentives to encourage further foreign investors into the country. These factors are making South Africa a highly lucrative property investment opportunity.
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| USA Property Forum
US Real Estate is as diverse as the USA itself. Of particular interest to investors is sunny Florida with its beautiful sunshine and sandy beaches. This is due to the huge rental attraction of the area.
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| Austria Property Forum
Property investment in Austria offers high growth potential in both the tourist resorts in the mountains and the major cities. As a member of the EU, Austria represents a solid and safe investment arena for many purchasers. A lower cost of living than in most fellow EU states adds to Austria's attraction.
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| Bahamas Property Forum
Property in the Bahamas represents a dream for people across the world. The Bahamas is famous for its stunning beaches and climate and a favourite with couples. With property here so popular investors seek to take advantage.
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| Belize Property Forum
Belize's highly affordable property prices and an established tourist trade are strong attractions for property investors. As a tax haven, Belize offers highly lucrative options for investors in real estate who will pay no capital gains or inheritance taxes, while property taxes are very low.
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| Croatia Property Forum
People who invest in property in Croatia are buying into a growing tourist economy in many coastal holiday resorts, including golf and marina developments, while prices remain incredibly low and growth of around 15% per annum is achievable in hotspots such as Split and Istria. Now an independent and well established country, Croatia is attracting increased numbers of foreign purchasers, all eager to take advantage of a safe and strong investment arena.
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| Malta Property Forum
Malta offers a healthy market in which to invest by virtue of its well established tourist industry and a stable economy. Although the property market slowed at the end of 2003 around the time of the budget, Malta's entry into the EU is increasing demand for property on the island and a limited supply of property on this small island is driving prices upwards.
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| Mexico Property Forum
Tourist hotspots provide strong rental markets for investors in properties located in the popular resorts such as Cancun and Acapulco. The government has introduced investment opportunities and incentives allowing international investors to purchase real estate that was formally restricted to local buyers only, including prime land for tourism development along the coastal regions.
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| Montenegro Property Forum
Montenegro is an interesting property investment proposition as it positions itself for EU accession talks in the near future. With the country's economy undergoing growth along with foreign direct investment, the Montenegro property market promises to be an exciting long-term investment as well as a strong buy-to-let option in cities and popular tourist resorts today.
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| Nicaragua Property Forum
Nicaragua has seen a huge increase in foreign investment in recent years, all due to a number of government incentive schemes to improve the country's economy and infrastructure. A wealth of superb beaches currently brings in record numbers of visitors, in turn encouraging further activity from real estate developers and investors, all looking to profit from Nicaragua's growing economy and promising property investment market.
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| Panama Property Forum (1 guest)
A favourable tax regime and the government's resolve to develop the country's tourist industry are contributing to the growth of overseas property investment in Panama. The cost of living is affordable, the climate is superb and a busy business community in the city all make Panama a highly attractive investment destination.
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| Poland Property Forum
Property in Poland offers property investors a strong market in which to purchase city properties and supply a growing demand for both residential and commercial properties in and around booming business districts. A multi-faceted country with picturesque Medieval spirit blended with modern day professionalism, Poland is currently offering purchasers a highly lucrative property market in which to invest.
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| Slovakia Property Forum
Due to recent economic reforms, Slovakia entered both the EU in 2004, creating a more reliable property market than ever before. Extremely low prices and a conveniently central location offer property investors in a healthy market with growth of approx. 20% per annum in high demand areas.
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| United Arab Emirates Property Forum
The UAE attracts high growth rates and excellent rental yields in key locations. Backed by government funded property projects, much of the real estate in the UAE is a safe option as it attracts top developers and constructions companies. As a consequence, properties available for purchase are famous for their extremely high quality.
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| Vietnam Property Forum
Since various changes to fiscal and real estate investment laws in 2006, property in Vietnam has become an easier option to foreigners and many believe that Vietnam will become the next Thailand as a retirement and holiday home hotspot. Tourist figures are rocketing and new, highly affordable five star golf resorts are currently being built to further boost the property investment market.
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| Czech Republic Property Forum
As an EU member the Czech Republic is a strong investment location with property in prime areas such as the best districts of Prague fetching around 15% per annum in capital appreciation and this is supplemented by healthy rental yields of between 8 to 9% per annum. The executive end of the Prague property market is on par with London, Paris or Madrid, but still at a fraction of the price, making the Czech Republic a highly promising investment location.
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| Dubai Property Forum
Dubai property has been a favourite with investors for some time and continues to offer an exclusive location for overseas investment with many benefits. Property in Dubai is always a consideration for any property investment.
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| Estonian Property Forum
Growing numbers of international property investors are buying in Estonia with a view to cashing in on the high capital growth Estonia has been enjoying in recent years. While growth remains high, it is now levelling off at 9 to 12 % per annum. With the economy and employment figures on the up, locals are looking to buy their own properties with the assistance of widely available low interest rate mortgages. Overseas investors are now buying up off-plan and new property to supply this new demand.
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| German Property Forum (1 guest)
As the third largest economy in the world, foreign purchase of property in Germany offers steady investment potential, particularly in the cities where high rental yields can be generated. With a high standard of living and GDP predicted to reach 2.5% in 2007, Germany is widely considered to be one of Europe's hottest long-term property investment hotspots.
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| Greek Property Forum
For many, Greece is synonymous with crystal blue waters, warm sunshine and happy, friendly people. With tourism accounting for 15% of Greek GDP, investors concentrate on buy-to-let and large scale hotels as vehicles to fuel safe investments within a strong tourist market. Property prices are still at a fraction of those in other favourites like France or Spain, making Greece a highly affordable and lucrative investment option.
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| Hungarian Property Forum
With full membership of the European Union on its side, Hungary's success as one of the fastest growing world economies is taking leaps and bounds. The adoption of the euro in 2010 leaves investors anticipating interesting results. Hungary is now a highly desirable country in which to invest either in ski and lake resorts or in Budapest where latest figures show some 5,000 property investments were made by foreigners last year.
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| Indian Property Forum
Currently there is an undersupply of high quality housing and commercial premises in the city centres, making India a viable option for property investment. Many large corporate and IT companies are based in developing cities and large scale quality construction is underway to accommodate these enterprises and their workers. Land investments are therefore also highly lucrative at the present time.
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| Uruguay Property Forum
Uruguayis a small, beautiful part of South America where overseas property buyers can purchase without restrictions, while enjoying stunning white sandy beaches and an interesting culture. Motevideo, Uruguay’s capital city and home to over half the country’s population, boasts many museums, parks and other tourist attractions while foreign property investors tend to concentrate on Punta del Este, Uruguay’s most fashionable and well-equipped seaside resort. It is easily accessed at only 145 km from Montevideo, and attracts a steady flow of year-round tourists.
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| Japanese Property
Despite a serious recession in 2004, Japan has since pushed onwards to offer a very strong economic climate for property investors today. Until recently, Japan was pretty much ignored by foreign real estate investors, but, thanks to its successful economic recovery, low interest rates and steadily rising property prices, many international buyers are now noticing the strong potential that Japanese real estate is offering. Global investment giants such as Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are pouring vast sums of money into the country’s commercial property sector which, in turn, encourages individual investors to follow suit.
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| Dominican Republic Property Forum
The Dominican Republicis a beautiful Caribbean location made popular with tourists via the ever increasing number of high quality, affordable resorts lining its palm-treed beaches. Compared to other Caribbean destinations today, The Dominican Republic still offers the best property prices and a superb location. Despite its emerging status, The Dominican Republic remains as desirable a holiday destination as any other Caribbean island, while tourist figures continue to grow at an unprecedented rate.
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| Kenya Property Forum
A world-famous safari and adventure travel destination, Kenya boasts many features to attract property purchasers and tourists. The beautiful, tropical Indian Ocean, and a cultural diversity with Moorish and Swahili roots attract package holiday makers looking for an entirely different experience only 3 hours flight away from the UK. Most buyers are focusing on the hotspot coastal regions of Mombassa and the safari parks themselves. Today´s stable economy incites overseas buyer confidence and Kenya is now a popular place in which to buy a holiday home.
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| Ukraine Property Forum
Foreign property buyers view the Ukraine as an exciting investment climate in which to do business. With enormous potential for property development and a strategic location within Europe, the Ukraine is now an emerging, though still immature market. Shrewd investors are looking at Ukraine’s low property prices with a view to obtaining substantial profits in the long term. Kiev is a property hotspot and homebuyers and property investors are already enjoying strong capital growth, due to an economic boom over the past five years, with privatisation creating a freer economy and stronger investment potential than ever before. With more jobs and competitiveness, an increased local demand for residential lettings and commercial property is now emerging.
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| Barbados Property Forum
Think of Barbados and sumptuous images of lush vegetation, bright floral blooms and breathtakingly beautiful white powdery beaches come to mind. An island of luxury tourism, Barbados has long been a romantic retreat, while up-market holidays are the norm and property purchasers must expect to pay more for their property here than on many of the other islands. Investment in holiday rentals and hotel-related property is a highly lucrative option in Barbados particularly in view of the island’s growing popularity both as a holiday and real estate destination. Daily direct flights arrive at its international airport and a good road system, enable easy access to many of Barbados’ idyllic locations.
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| Qatar Property Forum
Located in the Persian Gulf, Qatar is the latest Middle Eastern country to offer foreign property purchasers the chance to invest in some of the most luxurious properties in the world. The majority of international real estate investors agree that Qatar is the next centre to experience dramatic growth. This is due to the country's substantial economic growth and a record growth in population.
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| Finland Property Forum
In fact tourism from Russian visitors alone saw a rapid upturn of 30% last year, making Finland an exciting place in which to invest in property while prices remain very affordable. Finland’s wintery appeal brings a strong demand for tourist property, particularly in eastern regions and in the northern “hotspot” of Lapland. Tourist attractions encompass world-class ski slopes, icy vistas and many outdoor activities such as snowboarding and golf in the lower regions.
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| New Zealand
International awareness of New Zealand’s appeal as a property and holiday location is on the increase. While GDP figures are high, property purchasing power in New Zealand is strong. Prices continue to creep upwards and despite a rise in interest rates, demand for real estate still remains high across the country from both tourists and foreign professionals alike. Recently introduced rental legislation ensures that rentals are safer and fairer for both landlords and tenants, making buy-to-let investment in New Zealand an excellent choice to supply a growing demand for rental property amongst those first time buyers who are currently priced out of the property market in New Zealand.
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| Lithuanian Property Forum
The former Soviet republic of Lithuania now offers great opportunity for property buyers as an up-and-coming emerging market. An EU member, Lithuania offers real estate buyers a safe and solid economic climate in which to invest. Today property is still very affordable and, with over 60% of the local population owning property, the re-sales market is kept buoyant. Today Lithuania’s young workers have leapt onto the property ladder, providing further growth in the market. Continued impressive growth of Lithuania’s economy and increased consumer spending power has initiated steady growth in the real estate sector. The real estate market boom spreads out from the capital, Vilnius, to other majo |
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