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Think British, Algarve property buyers told

The criteria applied when looking for British property investments should also relate to Algarve acquisitions, an expert has advised.Head of overseas at Rightmove.co.uk Rob Wilson said those who look to buy any home in Portugal should note that the country is a mature market and not one for short-term gains.He stated: "If you are considering [...]

By |2009-06-05T16:01:10+01:00February 24th, 2009|Articles|

Lender in 100% mortgage boost for Normandy property buyers

A lender operating in the French market has launched a 100 per cent mortgage product for overseas buyers, a move that could boost those keen on buying Normandy property.French Mortgage Direct is offering the deals to those purchasing homes anywhere in the country, with rates starting at 5.3 per cent on a 15-year fixed-rate basis.Director [...]

By |2009-05-14T12:17:14+01:00February 23rd, 2009|Articles|

Canary Islands property may get airline bargain boost

A low cost airline has announced a sale of cheap airfares to all its destinations, something that could boost the Canary Islands property scene.The new sale of flights by Monarch Airlines has seen it trim 20 per cent off flights to all the locations it serves, provided they are bought by February 24th.Places to which [...]

By |2009-06-05T16:26:22+01:00February 23rd, 2009|Articles|

Tuscany property tops Italian buyer interest list

The Tuscany property scene is the most popular of any region in Italy, a new study has revealedIn its latest findings the Italymag.co.uk property index, which analyses adverts placed in the magazine, revealed that out of the 11,000 homes studied nearly a fifth (19.8 per cent) were in Tuscany, more than any other region.It noted [...]

By |2009-06-05T16:24:03+01:00February 23rd, 2009|Articles|

Obama plan expected to impact foreclosures in property USA market

Barack Obama's new plan to help homeowners may bring about a significant reduction in the number of Foreclosures in the property USA market, it has been predicted.The president has announced a $75 billion (£52 billion) package aimed at getting mortgage providers to help those close to losing their homes and to assist people with negative [...]

By |2009-06-26T09:45:52+01:00February 20th, 2009|Articles|

Laying down the law on Brittany property

The patron saint of lawyers has his life and times remembered in one of Brittany's annual festivals, which takes place in the town of Treguier every May.Le Pardon de Saint Yves sees a large procession marching through the streets of the town, with pilgrims from the legal profession and courts getting dressed up for the [...]

By |2009-06-05T16:26:22+01:00February 20th, 2009|Articles|

Algarve property seekers advised of safe prospects

Portuguese real estate represents a sound long-term investment, an expert has stated, news which may interest those keen on buying Algarve property.Head of overseas at Rightmove.co.uk Rob Wilson said of the country: "It remains popular for its access to both Atlantic and Mediterranean beaches, old world Mediterranean charm and easy travel from the UK, so [...]

By |2009-06-05T16:01:11+01:00February 20th, 2009|Articles|

French Riviera targeted as buyers seek bargains, says expert

The French Riviera is one of the areas being increasingly targeted by those seeking holiday homes, a property expert has stated.Georgina Richards of property firm Knight Frank told the Independent that the market is increasingly shifting from buy-to-let to holiday homes, in which people want to find bargains in established and popular locations, including the [...]

By |2009-05-14T12:17:15+01:00February 19th, 2009|Articles|