Those interested in investing in Algarve property may find that there is much more to the area than just sunshine and beaches.Equestrian fans are in for a treat this month as the Vilamoura showjumping contest takes place, showcasing both the resort of Vilamoura itself and also the talents of fine horsemen and horsewomen.The show is [...]
The overseas property market is still in a strong position and will cope with the credit crunch, it has been stated. Chief executive officer of Homesgofast.com Nicholas Marr acknowledged that buyer numbers have gone down since the liquidity problems emerged, but stated that this was far from the whole story. He said: "It's far from [...]
The overseas property market is still in a strong position and will cope with the credit crunch, it has been stated. Chief executive officer of Homesgofast.com Nicholas Marr acknowledged that buyer numbers have gone down since the liquidity problems emerged, but stated that this was far from the whole story. He said: "It's far from [...]
Those thinking of buying Spanish property may wish to look to the capital as a place that hosts many exciting sporting events. One such occasion will be next month's Madrid Masters tennis tournament, which runs from October 11th to the 19th. Amid a number of Spanish sporting successes this year Rafael Nadal has stood out, [...]
Tourism in France is holding up well, a government minister in the country has said. Herve Novelli, a junior tourism minister, stated that the country had still had good numbers this summer compared to some neighbours in Europe, who had seen numbers fall significantly, Forbes reports. He stated that US tourists were down because of [...]
The possible collapse of US mortgage lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has been averted after the government decided to bail out the two firms and take control of them.Between them the pair underwrites over half of US mortgages and the rescue may provide new stability and confidence, helping in turn to ease the credit [...]
While investors are looking to many locations around the world to make money, Britain's closest continental neighbour is still one of the best options, it has been stated.Nick Fullerton, managing director at overseas currency firm FC Exchange, told whatinvestment.co.uk: "France remains a solid investment, despite its popularity. While the cost of a holiday home in [...]
A new residential development in Budapest is set to go ahead after a major land acquisition deal was announced.Property development firm Nanette Real Estate Group has revealed that it has bought a 324 acre freehold site in the Hungarian capital for 115 million (£92.6 million) The firm is planning to construct 1,800 apartments with a [...]
The extent of Spain's property downturn has been greatly exaggerated, Spanish portal Kyero.com has stated.Speaking to Homes Worldwide, spokesman for the firm Martin Dell remarked that the property market had slowed but has not died out, with many continuing to buy and sell properties.He added: "There are still many people interested in buying Spanish property, [...]
Large geographical areas of the US have avoided the country's slump and still offer plenty of good deals because their markets did not follow the patterns seen elsewhere in the boom years, it has been stated.Real estate experts in the country have said that many places did not see prices boom as much as elsewhere [...]