Friday, March 11, 2011

Why Should You Invest In An Overseas Property In Spain

By Paul Stubbs


Spain is a favorite destination for Brits buying property abroad. Having warm summers, gentle winters, a rich historical background and an attractive Mediterranean lifestyle are simply some of the aspects that still bring in droves of overseas investors. If you are considering purchasing a property in Spain being an investment, now is the time to make your move. Spanish rates of interest are lower and property prices are rising gradually. At any given time when Spain's major airports are predicting a clear, crisp increase in traffic over the coming years, many people believe that the present rate of development will not be able to maintain pace with the increased demand for private and holiday accommodation. The result? Housing prices are set to rise even more so it's an enjoyable experience to invest.

Over the last decade, a growing number of foreigners have taken the plunge by investing in Spanish property, whether as a vacation home, buy-to-let investment or permanent residence. Nevertheless, due to the economic downturn and global credit crunch, we have seen a recent drop in the number of people purchasing property in Spain and developers and owners alike have had to lower their prices significantly to be able to market any properties at all.

Experts predict that reduced rates of interest in Europe will support to promote the Spanish and other European property markets. Having much lower rates in interest and extensive governmental pressure on respective banks to improve domestic lending, property markets will start to acquire again and most people will once again have the ability to fund their ideal home in Spain. It has also reasserted itself being a popular holiday desired destination that will help the region's holiday rental market a great deal. There's also a development in the amount of people looking to purchase in emerging markets outside Spain that has led to a glut of unsold properties on the Spanish coasts. Nevertheless, lately, flights to a number of emerging European locations have been canceled and suddenly these countries shall no longer be appearing like such a good place for property investment.

Meanwhile, property prices in Spain have fallen to try and clear the number of unsold new homes, so people are now applying this as an opportunity to snap up a bargain and this will still keep on. Many property experts are urging people to purchase right now while costs are more affordable, so they can make money on their property over time as the market starts to secure again.

Regardless of the changing economic circumstances, the underlying reasons why foreign buyers adore Spain stay the same. The year-round sunshine, easy going way of life and relatively lower living costs continue to be strong pull factors. The climate alone makes it one of the preferred destinations with over 300 days of sunshine each year and typical temperature ranges between 18 and 30 degree Celsius. Additionally, many people who are looking to retire abroad realized that emerging attractions may not have exactly the same quality of healthcare or family culture they see Spain offering them.




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