November 13, 2007
Living and Working in Florida
Despite the hurricane season, the sunshine state of Florida continues to allure thousands of British travellers every year. Most of non-resident owners of property in Florida stay there between three weeks and one month. They may even spend up to half a year in the state which is the maximum period a foreigner is allowed to stay on a B-2 visa. To get this visa, an interview with a consular officer is required. The officer must be convinced that your trip is only temporary and that your permanent residency is outside of the US. However, it is the US Immigration Inspector, who examines your passport and visa upon arrival in the US, that will determine the date you must leave the country.
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November 10, 2007
Living and Working in Florida: The Floridian Lifestyle
You will have to adjust to the Floridian way of life if you are considering to stay in Florida for at least a few months. It is not enough to know that it is going to be warm and sunny and that most likely there will either be beaches or theme parks near to your property. According to Peter Stanhop of Florida Brits Realty “The greatest obstacles will be getting used to driving on the wrong side of the road, handling the curious names and words for certain things and telling a US$1 bill from a US$10 one – they look identical. It’s only when you start to spend longer periods over there that you feel the need for acclimatisation”. He further says “This can be something of a chore and a challenge.
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Golf Property on Course for World Domination
Attracting visitors in recent years because of its natural beauty, rich and lively culture, food, notable architecture and year-long sunshine, Morocco has become one of the world’s hottest tourist destinations. The government of Morocco has invested €2.2 billion in new infrastructure and has opened up the country to new tourist attractions such as golf.
The 2007 Moroccan Open will be held in the new luxury golf resort on the Mediterranean coast in Saidia. The golf resort has three courses, marina, commercial centre, medina, spa and equestrian facilities. This will be a wonderful opportunity for investors to purchase a property on one of the future leading resorts in Morocco. Front-line apartments at the resort start from £75,000 and are available through UK agent Manor Park.
Posted on: Morocco
Exploring Provence and the French Riviera
Many British people regard the French Riviera with the sophisticated, beautiful but highly expensive Cote d’Azur, but the region of Provence, known for its historic towns and villages, has maintained its sensational beauty and strong charm.
Located in the south-east of France, LaProvence is surrounded by various landscapes and offers a variety of lifestyle options. The Mediterranean cost, ‘off the beaten track’ countryside with lavender fields and vineyards, towns full of art, history and natural beauty, make up the many faces of Provence. It is a region with superior cultural interest of history, religion, museums, parks, gardens, towns and castles.
Posted on: France
November 9, 2007
Do French regions matter? Climate Change
Retiring? Emigrating? Investing? Buying a holiday home? If you’re thinking of France, there are several considerations you should think of. The region you pick can also make a difference. Bear in mind that the regions in France are considerably larger than in the British countries. Also, the landscape, community and climate can vary across the country. Never assume that once you’ve seen one region, you’ve seen it all. Jo-ann Hodgson of World of Property suggests not to be fixated with one region and overlook another prospect that may offer similar variables, cost and convenience. There’s always the chance of coming across the exact opposite of what you have in mind right next door to your perfect French abode. However, whatever it is you are looking for, you will surely find it in one of France’s 26 diverse regions.
Posted on: France
BULGARIAN PRICES SET FOR STEADIER INCREASE
It is predicted price of properties in Bulgaria will continue to soar. However, the rise will be at a slower rate compared to that in the years 2004 or 2005. According to the head of the Bulgarian National Real Property Association, Orin Vladikov, in an interview with the Bulgarian news agency BTA, the increase of prices will be greatly influenced by build-quality and infrastructure. He adds that only very top-end real estates in Bulgaria will reach property prices prevailing in more established European nations.
Bulgaria, a country in Southeastern Europe, is becoming a hotspot for property investors. The country borders Romania, Macedonia, Greece and Turkey. The country’s recent accession to the European Union opens many doors for Bulgaria. Its property market is currently changing for the better.
Posted on: Bulgaria
EU TURKEY REPORT “LACKS REALISM”
A European Union report lately called on Turkey to take responsibility for the alleged genocide of Armenians by the former Ottoman Empire during the First World War. The Turkish government is attacking the EU for this report.
The published report suggested recognition from Turkey for the genocide and other crimes against humanity committed during the fall of the Ottoman Empire. According to the report, the recognition is a condition of Turkey’s accession to the Union.
Posted on: Turkey
November 8, 2007
High Anxiety Summer for Brit Illegal Buyers
The move of the European Commission to get rid of the illegal “land grab” in Spain’s Valencia province may have rescued the money and fortune of the British buyers, but there are still about a hundred more in the hot summer nights who are facing the demolition and the destroying team of villas and houses that they have bought in illegal deals from local developers, agents and builders.
Many of these are already buyers at Almanzora Country Club, in Costa Almeria where the mayor of Cuevas del Amenzora is extensively being scrutinized by the Diputacion de Almeria after the regional planners have unearthed that he has given authority on the planning of a large-scale development in which hundred of buyers have already paid for decent homes – without the important necessary documents. Because many buyers have already paid for the development of the properties, the mayor is pleading that the development will push through and that he even insisted that there really was no license to begin with. The regional chiefs are expected to give an answer in months, and that they have threatened to tear down the buildings.
Posted on: Spain
SIPPs in Spain: Buy Now, Says Pension Chief
For buyers who are really serious about buying properties in the Spain, UK or other sunbelt countries, it is advisable that they should move now since it is already seven months to the start of the new tax year and the official launch of the Government-inspired SIPP pensions.
This is according to Ian Rowe, of Progressive Financial Planning, who has a specialist department managing SIPPs (self invested personal pensions) that are foreseen to be part of the “pension lifelines” for millions of UK taxpayers. He said that second properties can now be bought off-plan in the present tax year with the sale finished from 2006 onwards and that all the tax perks, including a Government contribution of up to 40 percent of the price will now be ready.
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Do French regions matter? Money Talk
Whether you’re thinking of retiring, emigrating, investing or buying a holiday home in France, there are several things you should consider. The region you pick can also make a difference. Bear in mind that the regions in France are considerably bigger than in the British countries. Also, the cost, landscape, community and climate can vary across the country. Never assume that once you’ve seen one region, you’ve seen it all. Jo-ann Hodgson of World of Property advises not to be fixated with one region and overlook another prospect that may offer similar variables, cost and conveniences. There’s always the chance of coming across the exact opposite of what you have in mind right next door to your perfect French haven. However, whatever it is you are looking for, you will surely find it in one of France’s 26 diverse regions.
Cost will always be a big consideration when you’re thinking of investing on a property in France. Property prices vary greatly between and within the regions. “The most expensive areas are the city centres such as Paris in Ille de France and Bordeaux in Aquitaine and also famous tourist spots such as the Côte D’Azur and Biarritz, also in Aquitaine,” reveals Niclas Dowlatshahi, managing director of Leapfrog Properties Europe.
Posted on: France
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