Overseas Property Show set to make a splash in Crawley

Overseas Property Show set to make a splash in Crawley

by Charly World
  • 2015 tour to arrive in Crawley on 26-27 September
  • Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to be showcased during bumper 2015 show
  • UK buyers look for sunshine overseas as autumn weather sets in at home

The hugely successful Overseas Property Show is soon to arrive in Crawley as part of its 2015 national tour, with a bumper two day event held at the Arora Hotel Crawley from 26-27 September. The show will present properties from Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to UK buyers. The huge range of properties will include everything from penthouse apartments with roof terraces for sun lovers to beachfront apartments with pools for water babies!

Chris White, Founding Director of boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal, which will be exhibiting at every show, comments,

“Much of Europe is a buyer’s market at the moment, so far as UK property buyers are concerned. In Portugal, buyers have a wide choice of villas with pools or beachfront apartments, all for the same price as a shabby inner city terrace house in many parts of the UK. Over in Cyprus, it’s quite incredible to see what you can get for your money. It’s a really exciting time to buy overseas.”

The free to attend Overseas Property Show is about more than just buying a home though. It’s also about speaking to those who have lived and worked overseas (as well as bought property there) in order to understand what life is really like when you’re faced with 300+ days of sunshine per year.

Many of those who attend the Overseas Property Show do so with a notion of moving overseas one day, either in the near future or when they retire. Speaking to local experts about the benefits of life in the sun, as well as the pitfalls to avoid, can be incredibly useful in informing such plans. From taxes to inheritance to pensions – no subject is off limits when it comes to asking for information and advice.

Even those with no desire to leave the UK can benefit from attending, as rental properties in European hotspots can be an excellent way to generate income and enjoy capital growth over the longer-term.

Whether it’s advice, guidance, a second home or even a commercial property investment that you’re after, the Overseas Property Show is the place to be in Crawley this 26-27 September. From a penthouse apartment with pool and BBQ area in Portugal, to a Sea Caves villa in Cyprus to a sun-kissed, front line villa in Spain, the Overseas Property Show has it all.

Tickets are free to obtain and full details can be found at www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

“It’s going to be an incredible show,” concludes Chris White. “UK buyers are eager to know just what buying a property abroad really entails and that is precisely why the Overseas Property Show is here to help. It’s a fantastic way to start turning that dream of winter sunshine into a reality.”

For further details visit www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com, call (0800) 133 7644 / +351 289 513 434 or email info@theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

Winter sun away from the crowds – short-haul suntraps for British second homebuyers

Winter sun away from the crowds – short-haul suntraps for British second homebuyers

by Charly World , , , , ,
  • Wettest August on record sees Brits looking for sunshine overseas
  • Canary Island apartments less than €500 per week (Kyero.com)
  • 8 bed Algarve villa almost half price at €540k (Ideal Homes Portugal)

Predictions of a hot August for the UK, made in such a carefree manner in July, didn’t quite come to fruition. Instead, the month ended with bookmaker Ladbrokes simply stopping taking bets on August being the wettest on record. Enough said.

With the UK having endured another soggy summer, many individuals are turning their thoughts to sunshine overseas and checking out short-haul flight prices to see how quickly and cheaply they can transport themselves to the nearest suntrap.

Spain is a popular destination for sun seekers at any time of year. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director of leading Spanish homebuilder Taylor Wimpey España, comments,

“The Spanish Costas are a perfect place for enjoying some winter sun. Easy to get to and with a low cost of living, they’re great for those looking for a second home that they can regularly fly to in order to top up their vitamin D levels. The Spanish islands are also fantastic, particularly Mallorca, which has an agreeable climate throughout the winter months.”

Cala Anguila II in Porto Cristo, Mallorca, features two bedroom apartments costing from €230,000. Located next to the idyllic coves of Cala Anguila, Cala Romántica and Cala Mandía, the development includes ample gardens, a large swimming pool and a private sunbathing area.

“The Canaries are another great place to catch some winter sun,” comments Martin Dell, Director of Spanish property portal Kyero.com, which covers sales, long-term rentals and holiday lets. “You can get some really good value rental accommodation there off-season – there are several apartments in great locations for less than €500 per week.”

Spain’s nextdoor neighbour Portugal is also a great place to take in some winter sun. In the southern Algarve region, there are still plentiful bargains to be had when it comes to second homes. A contemporary two bedroom townhouse close to the new Amendoeira Golf Course (Faldo/O’Connor) is available through boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal for just €185,000, while a magnificent eight bedroom villa on the outskirts of Albufeira is available for €540,000 (reduced from €950,000).

Italy’s Le Marche is another lovely option during the winter months and easily reachable from many UK locations thanks to the region’s busy Ancona airport. Dawn Cavanagh-Hobbs of luxury fractional ownership holiday home company Appassionata comments,

“Le Marche is a wonderful place during the winter months. There’s plenty of space to relax in peace and with our latest luxury townhouse, Casa Tre Archi, you can also dip in and out of town life at your leisure. For sunny days, the property’s large roof terrace is just perfect for making the most of the good weather. Part of the joy of fractional ownership in this part of Italy is the fact that you get to see how beautiful the area is in every season.”

Fractions in Casa Tre Archi are available from £75,000 for five weeks’ exclusive usage per year. The model has proven popular for the family-run Appassionata team, who have just begun renovation work on their fourth property in the area.

A short boat ride across the Adriatic Sea is Lalzit Bay Resort and Spa in Albania. Another convenient choice for a short-haul winter sun destination, Albania enjoys mild winters, with temperatures averaging a low point of 7°C in January. Lalzit Bay is one of the most attractive stretches of coast along the Adriatic and the resort is privileged to enjoy its own private beach. Properties available include high-end apartments and villas, with a full management service available to all owners.

Those with an extra hour or two to spend in the air can enjoy the sunshine of Turkey this winter. The meeting point between East and West, Istanbul is a fascinating city that captivates all those who visit. The Oceanic Bay View villas there, available through Universal21 from $1,595,000, offer eco-friendly detached homes with swimming pools, exquisite design and the latest in smart home technology.

Whether it’s the beaches of Spain that you crave or the fast-paced city life of Istanbul, it’s time to accept that the UK summer is over and start sorting out some winter sun overseas.

For more information please contact:

Taylor Wimpey España: +44 08000 121 020 or www.taylorwimpeyspain.com. Those residing outside of the UK should call 0034 971 70 69 72.

Kyero.com: www.kyero.com

Ideal Homes Portugal: 0800 133 7644, +351 289 513 434 or www.idealhomesportugal.com.

Appassionata: +39 33154 13225 or www.appassionata.com.

Lalzit Bay Resort & Spa: +44 845 125 8600 or www.lalzitbay.com

Universal21: 0203 287 8700 or www.universal21.com

OPP hosts London networking day for developers and agents

OPP hosts London networking day for developers and agents

by Charly World

Overseas Property Professional (OPP) is hosting an International Networking Day in London this October.

The all-new event, held in conjunction with The Property Investor Show on Friday 9th October, will match international developers and master agents with a hand-picked selection of top agents and brokers. A series of highly organised one-to-one meetings and informal networking options will showcase new international property opportunities and generate business relationships between foreign property suppliers and sellers.

“We are international property professional match-makers and it’s a job we cherish,” comments OPP Events Director Alexandra Cook, “pairing dedicated Developers/Master Agents to the best possible agents to ensure a fruitful (loving!) relationship blossoms.”

OPP Events allows preference-based matching of international and local delegates, providing a fast, efficient route into new markets for international developers and new products for companies to sell to their local market.

Meetings will be scheduled in 30-minute slots at London’s Excel Centre, with tables and chairs provided. Delegates can either stay at the meeting point to talk or move elsewhere for extra comfort or privacy.

Participants will receive at least six face-to-face meetings and a full contact list for follow-up.

Working alongside The Property Investor Show, OPP chose London for the first of these new events because of the city’s continued and increasing position in the global property market. As the strength of the pound is so strong, the event provides developers with the perfect opportunity to harness a growing investor market.

“In the run up to the event, our team will be busy scheduling your meetings for you – all you have to do is turn up at the right time! We’ll email you details and timings of your meetings in advance and even provide you with a mobile application to help you keep organised on the day,” continues Cook.

A catered lunch, sponsored networking drinks and an optional night out will provide an informal setting for delegates to develop relationships, forge friendships and create commercial partnerships with those they meet.

The provisional timetable for the day is as follows:

10.00-10.30 Arrival & Registration

10.30 to 13.30 Organised Meetings

13.30 to 14.30 Catered Lunch

14.30 to 18.00 Organised Meetings

18.00 to 19.00 Networking & Drinks

The full price for developers is £995. The exhibitor price is £555, plus £95 for extra attendees. The fee for local participants per event is £45.

For more information, visit www.opp.events or follow @OPP_Events on Twitter.

 

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For further comment, please contact:

Alex Cook, OPP Ventures

Tel: 44 (0)207 952 7203

Email: alex.cook@opp.ventures

Address: 24 Jack’s Place, Shoreditch, London, E1 6NN

Epsom residents set their sights on homes abroad as the Overseas Property Show comes to town

Epsom residents set their sights on homes abroad as the Overseas Property Show comes to town

by Charly World
  • 2015 tour to arrive in Epsom on 18-20 September
  • Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to be showcased during bumper 2015 show
  • UK buyers look for sunshine overseas as autumn weather sets in at home

The hugely successful Overseas Property Show is soon to arrive in Epsom for the third show of its 2015 national tour, with a bumper three day event held at Epsom Racecourse from 18-20 September. The show will present properties from Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to UK buyers. It follows on from the 2014 show in the area, which enjoyed marked success.

Chris White, Founding Director of boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal, which will be exhibiting at every show, comments,

“Much of Europe is a buyer’s market at the moment, so far as UK property buyers are concerned. In Portugal, buyers have a wide choice of villas with pools or beachfront apartments, all for the same price as a shabby inner city terrace house in many parts of the UK. Over in Cyprus, it’s quite incredible to see what you can get for your money. It’s a really exciting time to buy overseas.”

The free to attend Overseas Property Show is about more than just buying a home though. It’s also about speaking to those who have lived and worked overseas (as well as bought property there) in order to understand what life is really like when you’re faced with 300+ days of sunshine per year.

Many of those who attend the Overseas Property Show do so with a notion of moving overseas one day, either in the near future or when they retire. Speaking to local experts about the benefits of life in the sun, as well as the pitfalls to avoid, can be incredibly useful in informing such plans. From taxes to inheritance to pensions – no subject is off limits when it comes to asking for information and advice.

Even those with no desire to leave the UK can benefit from attending, as rental properties in European hotspots can be an excellent way to generate income and enjoy capital growth over the longer-term.

Whether it’s advice, guidance, a second home or even a commercial property investment that you’re after, the Overseas Property Show is the place to be in Epsom this 18-20 September. From a penthouse apartment with pool and BBQ area in Portugal, to a Sea Caves villa in Cyprus to a sun-kissed, front line villa in Spain, the Overseas Property Show has it all.

Tickets are free to obtain and full details can be found at www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

“It’s going to be an incredible show,” concludes Chris White. “UK buyers are eager to know just what buying a property abroad really entails and that is precisely why the Overseas Property Show is here to help.”

For further details visit www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com, call (0800) 133 7644 / +351 289 513 434 or email info@theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

International appeal draws tourists and second home buyers alike to Cyprus

International appeal draws tourists and second home buyers alike to Cyprus

by Charly World
  • Tourist arrivals up 8.5% in July (Cystat)
  • Property sales up 22% in July (Dept of Land and Surveys)
  • Two bedroom house with pool in Paphos just €110k (Ideal Homes International)

The Cyprus tourism sector is booming, with statistical service Cystat reporting an 8.5% increase in arrivals in July, when compared with a year earlier. Flush with the strength of sterling, British visitors were up 22.5%, but arrivals from Greece and Israel also played an important role.

According to the Cystat figures, arrivals from Greece in July were up by a staggering 55.8% year on year. Israeli visitor numbers also shot up, increasing by 65.0% between July 2014 and July 2015. The figures take the total number of tourists to visit Cyprus so far this year to 1,450,427.

In tandem with the rising visitor numbers, local estate agent Ideal Homes International has received a record-breaking number of enquiries so far this year, with sales to UK buyers increasing noticeably.

“Cyprus is attracting keen interest from property buyers right now, as well as from tourists,” comments Ideal Homes International’s Founding Director Chris White. “UK buyers are particularly excited about what they can get for their money, given the strength of the pound so far this year.

“Cyprus’ historical relationship with the UK means that there are many aspects of life there that UK buyers feel comfortable with – everything from similar legal systems to driving on the left. Contracts are written in English and everyone speaks English too, which creates a sense of familiarity for UK buyers.”

As well as its beautiful scenery and glorious sunshine, Cyprus has just been ranked as the world’s 5th safest country by ValuePenguin, after an extensive data-crunching exercise. For countries with populations of fewer than five million, Cyprus took the number one safest country spot.

Cyprus has always been a firm favourite for the British buying overseas with Paphos, on the island’s west coast, proving particularly popular. Now, the exchange rate has meant that buyers are increasingly keen to snap up holiday home bargains, according to the Ideal Homes International team.

“The strength of sterling against the euro this year has definitely furthered British interest in second home ownership in Cyprus,” observes Chris White. “It has also encouraged many buyers to look seriously at Cyprus as somewhere to live fulltime.”

Retirees are encouraged by Cyprus’ many tax incentives and in particular by the fact that private pensions are taxed at just 5%. This can mean serious savings for many families, who can make their money go further as a result of a new life in the Cypriot sunshine. The tax environment is also beneficial to those looking to open a business in Cyprus.

According to official figures from the Department of Lands and Surveys, the number of property sales in Cyprus rose by 22% in July when compared with a year earlier. In Paphos, the number of sales was 30% higher than in July 2014, demonstrating the area’s increasing popularity.

It’s not surprising when you consider what is on offer. €110,000 is sufficient to purchase a semi-detached, modern, two bedroom house with shared pool in Paphos, just seven minutes’ walk from the sea. €179,000 will stretch to a three bedroom penthouse apartment with L-shaped balcony, large shared pool and sea and mountain views.

Those considering taking advantage of the lowest prices in a decade are invited to attend the Overseas Property Show, which will be touring the UK over the coming months. Tickets are free and experts from Ideal Homes International will be on hand to offer advice and guidance at every event.

For further details call Ideal Homes International on 01543 325316 or 07527 301861, or visit www.idealhomesinternational.co.uk

Birmingham readies itself for first of two Overseas Property Shows as part of 2015 national tour

Birmingham readies itself for first of two Overseas Property Shows as part of 2015 national tour

by Charly World
  • 2015 tour to arrive in Birmingham on 4-6 September
  • Best FX rate in 8 years means Brits get more for their money overseas
  • Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to be showcased during bumper 2015 show

The hugely successful Overseas Property Show is soon to arrive in Birmingham for the second show of its 2015 national tour, with a bumper three day event held at the National Motorcycle Museum from 4-6 September. The show is the first of two events in the Birmingham area, presenting properties from Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to UK buyers. It follows on from the 2014 show in the area, which was so successful that this year a second date has been planned.

With sterling enjoying a sustained high against the euro, 2015 is proving an excellent climate in which to purchase property overseas. The pound reached €1.434 in July – it’s highest rate since November 2007. Chris White, Founding Director of boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal, which will be exhibiting at every show, comments,

“The strength of the pound has served to turn much of Europe into a buyer’s market so far as UK property buyers are concerned. In Portugal, buyers have a wide choice of villas with pools or beachfront apartments, all for the same price as a shabby inner city terrace house in many parts of the UK. Over in Cyprus, the exchange rate means that many property prices are at their lowest rate for a decade. It’s an exciting time to buy overseas.”

The free to attend Overseas Property Show is about more than just buying a home though. It’s also about speaking to those who have lived and worked overseas (as well as bought property there) in order to understand what life is really like when you’re faced with 300+ days of sunshine per year. Many of those who attend the Overseas Property Show do so with a notion of moving overseas one day, either in the near future or when they retire. Speaking to local experts about the benefits of life in the sun, as well as the pitfalls to avoid, can be incredibly useful in informing such plans.

Even those with no desire to leave the UK can benefit from attending, as rental properties in European hotspots can be an excellent way to generate income and enjoy capital growth over the longer-term.

Whether it’s advice, guidance, a second home or even a commercial property investment that you’re after, the Overseas Property Show is the place to be in Birmingham this 4-6 September. From a penthouse apartment with pool and BBQ area in Portugal, to a Sea Caves villa in Cyprus to a sun-kissed, front line villa in Spain, the Overseas Property Show has it all.

Tickets are free to obtain and full details can be found at www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com. Those who can’t make the first Birmingham show are invited to join the second one instead, at the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport on 27-29 November.

“It’s going to be an incredible summer,” concludes Chris White. “UK buyers are eager to know just what their pounds will get them if they buy a property abroad and that is precisely why the Overseas Property Show is here to help.”

For further details visit www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com, call (0800) 133 7644 / +351 289 513 434 or email info@theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

Bolton chosen to host first 2015 Overseas Property Show as national tour commences

Bolton chosen to host first 2015 Overseas Property Show as national tour commences

by Charly World
  • 2015 tour to kick off in Bolton, 29-31 August
  • Best FX rate in 8 years means Brits get more for their money overseas
  • Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to be showcased during bumper 2015 show

The hugely successful Overseas Property Show will kick off its 2015 national tour in Bolton this month, with a bumper three day event held at the Macron Stadium from 29 to 31 August. The show marks the start of a tour that will encompass 12 shows in total, presenting properties from Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida to UK buyers.

With sterling enjoying a sustained high against the euro, 2015 is proving an excellent climate in which to purchase property overseas. The pound reached €1.434 in July – it’s highest rate since November 2007. Chris White, Founding Director of boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal, which will be exhibiting at every show, comments,

“The strength of the pound has served to turn much of Europe into a buyer’s market so far as UK property buyers are concerned. In Portugal, buyers have a wide choice of villas with pools or beachfront apartments, all for the same price as a shabby inner city terrace house in many parts of the UK. Over in Cyprus, the exchange rate means that many property prices are at their lowest rate for a decade. It’s an exciting time to buy overseas.”

The free to attend Overseas Property Show is about more than just buying a home though. It’s also about speaking to those who have lived and worked overseas (as well as bought property there) in order to understand what life is really like when you’re faced with 300+ days of sunshine per year. Many of those who attend the Overseas Property Show do so with a notion of moving overseas one day, either in the near future or when they retire. Speaking to local experts about the benefits of life in the sun, as well as the pitfalls to avoid, can be incredibly useful in informing such plans.

Even those with no desire to leave the UK can benefit from attending, as rental properties in European hotspots can be an excellent way to generate income and enjoy capital growth over the longer-term.

Whether it’s advice, guidance, a second home or even a commercial property investment that you’re after, the Overseas Property Show is the place to be in Bolton this bank holiday weekend. From a penthouse apartment with pool and BBQ area in Portugal, to a Sea Caves villa in Cyprus to a sun-kissed, front line villa in Spain, the Overseas Property Show has it all.

Tickets are free to obtain and full details can be found at www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

“It’s going to be an incredible summer,” concludes Chris White. “UK buyers are eager to know just what their pounds will get them if they buy a property abroad and that is precisely why the Overseas Property Show is here to help.”

For further details visit www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com, call (0800) 133 7644 / +351 289 513 434 or email info@theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

Overseas Property Show launches 2015 national tour as highest FX rate for 8 years makes Brits eager to buy abroad

Overseas Property Show launches 2015 national tour as highest FX rate for 8 years makes Brits eager to buy abroad

by Charly World
  • 12 dates announced for 2015 Overseas Property Show national tour
  • Best FX rate in 8 years means Brits get more for their money overseas
  • 2015 tour to kick off in Bolton, 29-31 August

The hugely successful Overseas Property Show has just announced its 2015 tour dates. With a total of 12 shows planned up and down the nation, this year’s tour will be bigger and better than ever.

In 2014, 3,000 visitors attended the shows, which showcase properties from the sun-drenched paradises of Portugal, Cyprus, Spain, Italy and Florida. The 2015 events are set to attract way in excess of this number, as Chris White, Founding Director of boutique real estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal, which will be exhibiting at every show, comments,

“Everything about the Overseas Property Show this year is going to be bigger and better than ever before. We’ve got more tour dates, more properties and more experts on hand to provide advice. We’re expecting a huge turnout this year.”

The show’s 2015 tour will include:

Bolton – 29, 30 and 31 August, Marcron Stadium

Birmingham – 4, 5 and 6 September, Motorcycle Museum

Norwich – 12 and 13 September, Mercure Norwich

Surrey – 18, 19 and 20 September, Epsom Racecourse

Crawley – 26 and 27 September, Arora Hotel Crawley

Brighton – 9, 10 and 11 October, Hilton Brighton Metropole

Guildford – 16, 17 and 18 October, Holiday Inn Guildford

Watford – 23, 24 and 25 October, Mercure Watford

Hertfordshire – 31 October and 1 November, Holiday Inn London Elstree

Newbury – 7 and 8 November, Hilton Newbury

Crawley – 20, 21 and 22 November, Arora Hotel Crawley

Birmingham – 27, 28 and 29 November, Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport

The free to attend show is popular with everyone from those with firm plans to move overseas to individuals with just the vaguest notion that they might one day like a second home in the sun. With experts on hand to discuss each country in detail – from the property market to the paperwork requirements – the show has built a reputation as an essential resource for anyone interested in property overseas.

That interest is surging in the UK, as the best foreign exchange rate since November 2007 saw sterling reach €1.434 in July, meaning that holiday home buyers can now get vastly more for their money. Not only do they benefit when buying a property overseas, but their spending money also stretches further when they go to stay in it. Everything from a simple ice-cream on the beach to dinner at a swanky restaurant in a newly purchased frock has become cheaper thanks to the favourable exchange rate.

With experts predicting that the exchange rate could improve even further – €1.50 to the pound has been bandied about more than once – the Overseas Property Show tour could not have come at a better time.

Whether buyers are dreaming of a penthouse apartment with pool and BBQ area in Portugal, a Sea Caves villa in Cyprus or a sun-kissed, front line villa in Spain, the Overseas Property Show is the place to be. Tickets are free to obtain and full details can be found at www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

“It’s going to be an incredible summer,” concludes Chris White. “UK buyers are eager to know just what their pounds will get them if they buy a property abroad and that is precisely why the Overseas Property Show is here to help.”

For further details visit www.theoverseaspropertyshow.com, call (0800) 133 7644 / +351 289 513 434 or email info@theoverseaspropertyshow.com.

UK buyers look to the rest of the world with the return of international property investment

UK buyers look to the rest of the world with the return of international property investment

by Charly Uncategorized World

Ray Withers, Chief Executive of Property Frontiers, answers investors’ questions on the highly anticipated rise of the foreign market

After years of UK buyers being thoroughly taken by their own domestic property market, recent figures have shown that the allure of international investment has returned. According to the Knight Frank Global House Price Index, Europe is at the forefront of the market in terms of price growth, with Africa recording a respectable growth rate of 2.6%.

With the potential to become a daunting minefield of opportunities and decisions, Ray Withers, Chief Executive of leading property investment specialists Property Frontiers, offers expert opinion and advice on the current international property market.

 

What has kept UK investors focussed on domestic property for the last few years?

To begin with there was an element of fear due to the perceived risk in the wake of the financial crisis. It’s not that international property became more risky per se, but that people’s attitudes towards the risk changed. On top of that, people had a booming opportunity on their doorstep within the UK buy-to-let market.

How has the global market changed to start attracting UK buyers back to international property?

Again, the change that reports are suggesting is mainly about investor attitude. Good international opportunities never actually went away; it’s just that people feel confident enough now in their own finances, and the global outlook, to start investing abroad once more.

With interest in international property investment on the rise, what impact could this have on the UK market?

I don’t think there will be any impact on the UK market. It is not an either or case for most investors and even if it were, the numbers are not large enough to have a significant effect on the juggernaut that is the UK property market.

Where in the world is generating the most excitement and where should UK investors be looking at?

This is a heavily weighted question with where to invest depending greatly on the buyer, what they want and where they feel comfortable. There are several ‘safe’ locations, Germany for example, and also more speculative opportunities throughout Southern Europe. For those with the appetite, there are of course excellent opportunities in the emerging markets, especially regions in Africa that are now booming.

Is this positive growth in the global market sustainable or will UK buyers eventually return home?

Property markets move in cycles. What is a great time to invest in one market may not be a good time in another. However if we have learnt anything from history, it is that market movements will present myriad opportunities in the future. At some point the UK market will slow, but will then quicken again; it’s all about the right place at the right time. With global coverage it is our job to spot the markets when opportunity presents itself.

The UK is still part of this exciting new world of property investment and there are some excellent buy-to-let opportunities on home soil right now. It’s just that they are no longer the only ones to pique the global investment community’s interest.

For further details, visit www.propertyfrontiers.com or call the team on +44 1865 202 700.

Hotspots Index: Property buyers shrug off Greek crisis

Hotspots Index: Property buyers shrug off Greek crisis

by Charly World
  • Greece enters Top 5 Hotspots for first time
  • Demand strong for property in Zante and Corfu
  • Braga, Portugal, the most searched-for location in Q2 2015
  • Portugal makes up 1 in 3 of most popular hotspots

Property buyers are shrugging off any concerns surrounding the Greek bailout crisis, according to TheMoveChannel.com. The portal’s latest Hotspots Index reveals that Europe has never been more attractive to house-hunters, with Greece joining the Top 5 hotspots in Q2 2015 for the first time.

Portugal led the way, with Braga ranking as the most searched-for location between April and June 2015. The Portuguese hotspot accounted for 2.13 per cent of all searches by location on the site, ahead of Italy’s Rome (1.55 per cent), which fell from the top spot (Q1 2015) into second place. Spain’s Malaga (1.46 per cent) also slipped into third. The Top 5 was completed, though, by two rising stars of the European market, Protaras and Zante, as buyers returned to both Cyprus and Greece.

Marseille and Como held onto their places within the Top 10, reinforcing the appeal of both France and Italy to overseas investors. While Spain’s popular Province of Alicante fell by four to ninth place, Armacao de Pera emerged as a new hotspot in Portugal, climbing 18 places to enter the Top 10.

“With the Top 10 comprising of only six different countries, the Hotspots Index reveals an increasingly strong focus upon a select few favourites,” comments TheMoveChannel.com Director Dan Johnson. “Portugal now makes up one third of all the most popular hotspots on TheMoveChannel.com, as the country’s continuing recovery spurs confidence among investors. Spain may be bigger, but Portugal is fast becoming one of Europe’s hottest markets.”

“Greece, though, is the surprise success story of the year: the country’s economic problems have sparked uncertainty across the continent and beyond, but low prices and a weak euro have encouraged buyers and investors to snap up Greek property bargains. Greece made up four of the Top 50 destinations in the Q2 2015 Hotspots Index. This is down from Q1 2015, when it accounted for six, but the country now makes up two of the Top 10 locations, as demand grows stronger for select Greek hotspots. Together with Cyprus’ rising popularity, it is proof that even the markets worst hit by the financial crisis can still be an attractive investment opportunity.”

For more information, and to see the full Top 50 hotspots on TheMoveChannel.com, click here.

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