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December 31, 2004

Morocco: an investment spot

Morocco, along other east European countries such Bulgaria and Romania, is competing for the top tourist and property spot occupied by Spain. What has made Spain a hit in the real estate market is the fact that its warm weather is a magnet for Europeans residing in countries where the sun and shine does not happen that often. Regardless of that, Spain is already experiencing saturation in its property market.

Enter Bulgaria, Romania and Morocco. Emerging properties in the industry. Property experts say that Bulgaria’s ski resorts are beginning to be competitive as hotel occupancies in snow-capped locations have increased by 40%. If Spain is the option for the warm and sunny season, Bulgaria is not far behind in covering the winter season occupancy. The same is true for Romania.



Morocco on the other hand has brought in developments with high rise buildings being constructed. Even the airline industry has expanded, offering routes to famous Moroccan tourist destinations. One of which is Marrakesh. This is enough to see the huge potential Morocco has to offer.

In spite of these, market experts say that not all buyers will follow trends in the property market. Buyers have different reasons for investing in real estate property. This may be based on how they would like to invest their time and resources in acquiring residential units. Their decisions could be influenced by how they would like to establish permanent or temporary stays in their desired destinations: either for long stay-in holidays or short-trips out of town.

One thing is for sure though: speculators and interested buyers are looking at the potential for capital appreciation of property.

Posted on: Morocco

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