Why Buy International Real Estate?

While buying international real estate may seem out of your reach or too complicated to even attempt, I can assure you that the reward is well worth the extra few documents you may have to sign.  Diversifying your investment can add another level of security to your portfolio. Buying local real estate or investing in the U.S. might seem easier and more comfortable; however, it can place some limitations on your investment.  By expanding your horizons, you’ll find that there are always opportunities, and a home away from home, waiting in an intriguing new country.  The options overseas are endless, with quicker appreciation and faster returns. The real estate laws are different for every country, so finding your choice investment requires the skill of a trustworthy international real estate agent who has extensive education to guide you through this important step.  An agent can also help you locate where in the world is the best place to invest your money, right now. Foreign investment can enrich your life with the magic and the beauty that other cultures can offer…it is not just a financial move; it is a life-enriching decision!

According to a recent survey, the most stable and fastest appreciating countries for real estate investments include Germany, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, China, India, Russia and Mexico. Also, there are other lesser known countries with their doors wide open, such as Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Costa Rica, Spain, Panama and Belize. I had the opportunity to visit Brazil last month and can guarantee you that the beauty of that country is extraordinary and exuberant.  There the opportunities to invest in hotels and resorts are endless, with almost no vacancy rates when relating to tropical cities with lots of entertainment.

Buying property abroad and using it to simply spend quality time with family and friends can make the transaction well worth your while as that place will become a second home and a special place where memories are made.  Connecting with another culture will not only be valuable to you, but it is a priceless opportunity for your children to be enriched by a new culture, a new community, a new language and a new outlook on the world.

Which country is best for you?  The choice of country is one of the most important decisions to make; culture, language, climate, diet, and history all factor in to the final assessment.  Lastly but not least, you will need to feel comfortable and peaceful in the actual space, as this will be your new home away from home.

I am a Certified International Property Specialist, and was awarded the prestigious CIPS designation, and formally recognized at NAR’s Midyear Legislative Conference & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C. on May 15, 2008. Since then, I’ve joined a worldwide referral network of elite global real estate practitioners with expertise in working with international clients as well as with immigrants in my local market, which makes me a crucial player in today’s global real estate market. I’ve achieved the necessary training and experience to work successfully with international clients and properties. This is a highly prestigious award in our industry; I am established as an expert in international real estate market.

• Luci Edwards, REALTOR-CIPS
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