August 11th, 2007 by Ines
The idyllic Mediterranean island of Cyprus has for years been a popular holiday and property investment location for the Irish.
Lying in the eastern Mediterranean, the island is located just off Syria, east of the Greek islands and immediately south of Turkey.
This combination explains the main influences on the country - Greece to the south and Turkey to the north. The northern part of the island was invaded by the Turks in 1974. The Turkish government claimed it was protecting the minority Turkish Cypriot population from a potential Greek occupation of the island.
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August 11th, 2007 by Ines
Ask the average Brit to describe the overseas location of their dreams and it’s a safe bet that most of the following would make it onto their wish list:
Guaranteed sunshine (340 days a year), long sandy beaches washed by clear blue seas, wonderful food, a rich and ancient local culture, very low crime rates, and a welcoming, English-speaking population with strong ties to the UK.
Factor in some of the most affordable house prices in the Mediterranean (20-40% below France and Spain), a very favourable tax regime, cheap flights, and a housing-buying system that has much in common with the UK, and you have a fair description of Cyprus.
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August 7th, 2007 by Ines
ONE thing that England supporters attending the World Cup will have learned (apart from the confirmation that our penalty takers can’t hit a cow’s bottom with a banjo) is that Germany is an attractive country with a welcoming and hospitable people.
Surprisingly, though, despite its proximity and value for money, it barely features on the wish list of British buyers of holiday homes.
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August 3rd, 2007 by Ines
Rental prices are intrinsically linked to a number of factors amongst which the ones listed below:
a) Location of accommodation:
There are the local factors such as proximity to facilities, international schools, tram lines or the proximity to undesirable factors, such as busy, noisy roads, the airport, railway lines etc.
In addition to this there are more global factors such as the commune in which the accommodation is situated. Some communes are distinctly more expensive than others for reasons which range from the “chique” aspect through to the presence of attractive green parks and residential areas etc.
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August 2nd, 2007 by Ines
* What kind of properties can I buy?
Swiss laws restrict foreigners who do not hold residential permit to buying vacation properties only in designated areas. Fortunately these areas are where tourists want to buy. You can buy apartments and individual houses which we call villas, although most people prefer apartments because of their price and convenience.
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July 24th, 2007 by Tea
There was a time when the French property market for overseas buyers mainly meant second homes. Then a few brave souls started to buy homes in live in France, followed by if not a torrent at least a steady flow of others since around 2000.
Today most homes bought by overseas buyers in France are still primarily used as holiday homes or principal residences.
However, a new phenomenon has emerged in the last few years – that of the investment buyer. (for more information click here)
July 17th, 2007 by Tea
Get your coat, we’re going for a swim! It’s summer in Ireland and holiday homes are being swept out and dusted down for the season. Kate Butler maps Ireland’s top holiday home locations. (for more information click here)
July 14th, 2007 by lana
Italy has shown its commitment to its tourist industry by holding the first ever tourism fair in its capital, an event which could have a welcome knock-on effect for the Italian property market…
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July 5th, 2007 by Tea
# Lovely view
# Peaceful setting
# Excellent condition (for more information click here)
July 5th, 2007 by Tea
# Delightful country manor house with lovely rural views
# 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms
# Walled garden, field
# Restored bread oven and further outbuildings
# Excellent road, rail & air connections to the UK (for more information click here)