The financial landscape in 2008 has been dominated by dramatic declines on stock markets and currency crashes; this has resulted in instability in many nations' economies as the very fundamentals upon which stable economic practices are built have been undermined. In the UK we're living in a state where inflation is rising, interest rates are falling, our currency is declining in value and property prices are stagnating. All in all this presents a pretty bleak backdrop for would-be real estate investors, as well as for those hoping to get on the property ladder. Conversely however, in certain specific corners of the world, there are positive predictions for key property markets in 2009.   more »

Amongst investment opportunities, international real estate has become one of the most sought after options in recent years due to its continuous success and increasing popularity. Property investing provides short, long and medium term potentials for impressive levels of financial gain, appealing to both low and high risk investors.   more »

Most people have never heard of Cape Verde, the African islands off the coast of Senegal. However, sunshine lovers from all over the world, particularly from Britain and Ireland, have recently begun trickling into the country and enjoying its natural beauty. Charmed by what they found, some have even invested in property.   more »

Polish investor Echo Investment and architect MOFO-BH Stúdió have presented plans for the €200 million Mundo shopping and entertainment centre, the largest property investment in Budapest's District XIV. Construction will reportedly begin in the first quarter of 2009. The Mundo center, surrounded by public parks and an office complex, will use up 65,000 square meters in the area bordered by Bosnyák tér, Csömöri út, Rákospatak utca and Mosztár utca. The centre is scheduled to open in the begining of 2010.   more »

According to the Times Online, if the cost of home loans fell by a further half-point, the current worsening housing market situation could be over as soon as next year Morgan Stanley's chief UK economist, David Miles, said that if mortgage rates stayed at present levels, an educated guess from sophisticated economic estimates was that house prices would fall by another 5 to 10 per cent and wipe a further £17,000 off the value of an average home before the market bottomed out next year.   more »

You can expect the best when you invest in Bulgarian ski property, with Bansko being one of the best offers. Getting more than four months of skiing season and displaying a beautiful landscape with snow capped mountains and a summer season attracting holiday makers in neighbouring villages like Banya. Down from the mountains to the town, we can find all the amenities and facilities together with lovely decorated houses, ancient fortresses and more that 100 cultural monuments, including the Holy Trinity Church, boasting a thirty metre high bell tower and clock as well as intricate wood carvings.   more »

The Wall Street Journal stated Merrill Lynch & Co. raised $2.65 billion for an Asian real-estate fund in a sign that investors see opportunities in the region's weakened property markets. The company will invest in real-estate assets and property companies, with a focus on Japan, China, South Korea and India. There are exceptional opportunities in Asian real estate over the medium and longer term according to Tim Grady, Merrill Lynch's regional head of global commercial real estate...   more »

As of October 1 it became illegal in the UK for a landlord to rent a property without providing an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) for it, in an iniciative designed to cut home-related carbon emissions.   more »

Affordable property prices together with low cost direct flights from Europe and the wonderful beaches and places to explore in Cape Verde are boosting the growth of the tourism industry. Cape Verde is therefore showing some really promising gains making a very profitable investment to purchase property in the area which you can eventually enjoy as a beautiful holiday home yourself. Prices are rising reasonably fast making it an attractive investment option.   more »

The UK Capital Gains Tax rate was reformed in the latest Budget. Chancellor Darling announced a new single rate of 18% for Capital Gains Tax (CGT). Prior to this, the tax rate was 40% during the first 3 years of the property ownership reducing 2% per year to a minimum of 24% after 10 years of ownership.   more »

Dubai is now encouraging foreign investment into the country and talking about new regulations to encourage overseas investment. European investors are stepping in and the country's property market is starting to recover again turning into quite a tourist hotspot and with huge investment possibilities.   more »

The overseas property market in 2008 has some good elements to offer but also others not so good depending on where we are looking specifically. Even in areas finding difficulties with property prices falling, investors are still finding some way out of to make their investment profitable. The key is be to use each market individually.   more »

Tunisia, North Africa’s smallest nation, may not be so much under attention as Morocco and Egypt in the current property press, but it is about to make a big impact. Property prices are as low as Morocco was five years ago and an advantage is that unlike destinations like Brazil and other distant investment hotspots, Tunisia is close enough and a good investment too. It is only three hourse flight from London.   more »

Romania will be benefiting EUR 1.5 bln of European funds in 2008, according to the Secretary of State of the Ministry of the Economy and Finance (MEF) Eugen Teodorovici. To date, Romania has received EUR 2 bln in European funds according to the secretary of state.   more »

American property investors with money to spend are starting to look overseas rather than buying in their own country, according to analysts. They are looking at prime vacation locations and areas that are good for retirement. Americans have always bought property in other countries at a fraction of what it would cost for a similar place in the States, especially in the Caribbean and Latin America.   more »

Brits with homes overseas are raising mortgages on their foreign properties as the credit crunch bites and finance is severely restricted in the UK. Assetz Finance is now offering a holiday home remortgaging service, after experiencing a 50% increase in enquiries regarding cash-raising mortgages on European property since the start of the credit crunch.   more »

Property Investing Overseas brings together the very best, tried and tested property investment agencies and developers from around the globe to produce an unrivalled choice of quality overseas property investment opportunities to suit every client, investor and budget. Buying an overseas property can be both daunting and sometimes confusing to the first time overseas property investor that's why at Property Investing Overseas we ensure that all of our hand picked agencies and developers not only provide all the information and services necessary for a safe, secure overseas property purchase but do so whilst meeting our strict customer service quality levels.   more »

To many doom-mongers, the overseas property investment scene and Britain's property scene are both one and the same - once good news stories that have now turned bad since the credit crunch hit, leading to nothing but trouble, losses and broken dreams. Others, however, will state that this is far from the reality. For instance, Exchange Bond reported in April that British and Irish investors own 3.81 million overseas properties overseas. Moreover, it tipped this total to rise by between eight and ten per cent. Clearly, it seems, someone out there is still finding good reasons to buy.   more »

Romania is still 'the undiscovered Europe' with demand outstripping supply in many property sectors, according to the latest analysis of the country. Analysts believe that the lease market in the residential luxury sector is still emerging. Roughly 95% of all homes built are for sale, according to the report. The most sought after are for rental are three bedroom homes, followed by two bedroom homes. However there is an oversupply of four and five bedroom properties.   more »