Mar 23
Ken WilssensTurkey Homes For Sale, property, real estate, Turkey, turkey property, vacation homes
If you are interested in buying property in Turkey, now is the perfect time.. This country provides everything you need for a vacation spot and the best way to enjoy your holiday is to own your own vacation home to go back to every year. Actually you will probably take several holidays a year simply because you only need to pay the price of the airline ticket to the destination and with airlines offering fantastic discounts you can probably travel at very low cost.
Another good reason to purchase property in Turkey is for investing. Turkey is a calm and peaceful country that is trying to gain acceptance into the EU. Even though this is a long process, house prices are already beginning to go up in anticipation. By buying property in Turkey today you can easily acquire a great piece of property at a low price and then be able to sell and generate a significant profit in the near future.
Take a look at a number of the areas where you can purchase property in Turkey. Dalaman is an extremely famous tourist area in Turkey and it is served by a major international airport. The Hilton hotel chain opened a new property there in the past year and there is a fantastic golf course in the area. There are various different kinds of properties available for purchase, like apartments and villas or you could buy a stretch of land and construct your perfect home.
Purchasing a property in Turkey is relatively easy and you do not have to get legal representation for the transaction of the deal. You do have to ensure that all of the paperwork is ready, such as the property deeds as well as that the seller is the actual listed owner of the property.
You don’t have to tackle the work all on your own with real estate companies specializing in sales of houses and property to foreign customers. You can be assured that they will work in your best interests.
If you are interested in purchasing Turkey property, we recommend you visit TurkishPropertyShop.com
Feb 24
geoff mccabeCosta Rica Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Malpais, Rental Houses, rental villas, santa teresa, surfing, tourism, travel, vacation homes, world travel
Welcome to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: Malpais and Santa Teresa, known for their rugged jungle beauty, unforgettable sunsets, and especially the epic surf in Santa Teresa. The area has also become known as a hot spot for amazing cuisine in Costa Rica, since many amazing chefs have moved here from different parts of the world.
When you arrive in Santa Teresa and Malpais, you’ll instantly become aware that you’ve found an amazing and unique place, very different from most other villages in Costa Rica. The Malpais area has been compared with Hawaiin beach towns decades ago, but with monkeys in its forests, or with a warm-water version of Santa Cruz, California.
Despite its popularity, the Malpais area still has beautiful beaches that you can often find almost deserted, many beautiful waterfall hikes, and secret surf spots where you can have a great wave to yourself.
Santa Teresa is known primarily as a great location for incredible surfing. This remote beach town was unheard of only 10-15 years ago, but now is a favorite destination for surfers from around the world. Costa Rica and Santa Teresa’s surf is consistent year-round, as the area faces the open Pacific Ocean, with warm waters that are comfortable throughout the seasons. The Malpais/Santa Teresa area has many surf schools, surf instructors, and surf shops.
Many tourists come from European countries as well as Canada and the United States. Hundreds have fallen in love with the Malpais area and have immigrated, opening rental houses, hotels, and restaurants. The food in Santa Teresa and Malpais is among the best in Costa rica, with many five star restaurants at very affordable prices.
The Santa Teresa area has also become known as a great surf destination among Costa Ricans as well. Many of the young people in San Jose drive to the various beach towns to surf on weekends, and many families head to the beaches during vacations. Malpais itself means “bad country” or “badlands” because of the lack of water during the dry season. The climate is similar to southern California, with hardly any rain at all from December through April, making it very popular among travelers during those months.
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica has many luxury villas and other rental houses available to tourists. Most popular are the beachfront rental homes, that range from $350-$2000 per night. The high end vacation rentals are consistently booked despite the prices, especially since Forbes Magazine rated the Malpais/Santa Teresa beaches among the top 10 most beautiful in the entire world.
Many have found that renting a vacation home is superior to the experience provided by a hotel. A rental villa usually has more space, more privacy, and is a much more unique and adventurous experience. The typical tourist to this part of Costa Rica usually craves this type of lodging, and as a result there are no hotel chains set up in the area.
The hotels of the area are unique and mostly mom-and-pop type of places. The beachfront hotels are the most popular, ranging from $100-$1000 per night for a room, and the rooms of all price categories are frequently booked. The gorgeous setting of Santa Teresa makes it very popular with honeymooners, and for people having weddings, and many of the rental houses and hotels cater to such clientelle.
Want to find out more about renting a house in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica? Then visit Geoffrey McCabe’s vacation and tourism information site on Santa Teresa Vaction Rental Homes for your needs.
Feb 10
Marie StrahgTravel Tips Big Bear, home buying, home for sale, house for sale, luxury homes, New Homes, property, property listings, real estate, resort homes, single family homes, Travel Tips, vacation homes
A very common question that I am asked these days is ” What exactly is the difference between a short sale and a REO?” Typically I then go into a detailed explanation of the negatives and positives and eventually make then understand that REO’s are for sure the way to go. I’ve had a few deals in the last couple of months that really bring that realization to light.
The first case involves a really neat family I have been dealing with for over a year. They are from North Hollywood and have wanted to buy a place up here for a long time. When we initially looked, we couldn’t find anything that really fitted their needs. They decided to wait a year and then take a look when the prices had really dropped.
So, I took them out a couple of months ago and found a cabin that was perfect for them. The cabin is super clean and situated on a great lot with a ton of beautiful oak trees. Even at the $149,900 price tag, it was a great deal. The one big problem with it was it being a short sale listing. I warned them of the major hassles that usually accompany buying a short sale, but they liked the house enough to risk it.
We had waited about a month, and still hadn’t heard back from the bank. In my mind I already knew the selling agent hadn’t done his part to get the process going to complete a short sale. I informed my clients that our only choice now was to wait for a response from the bank. About another month or so went by before the selling agent informed me that the bank pulled the listing without giving a response to our offer.
Which just goes to show you that short sales can be very unpredictable. I am sure this saga will continue…
Article submitter Marie Strahg knows all about shopping a Big Bear, CA foreclosure plus Big Bear realty overall. Read more of her posts online.
Jan 01
Jane MooreCentral America beach homes, Central America, central america realestate, international real estate, international realestate, nicaragua, nicaragua realestate, nicaragua realty, real estate, realestate, vacation home financing, vacation homes, vacation property
You don’t need to be wealthy to buy your Nicaragua vacation house. More and more exciting financing opportunities are coming on the market.
The Central American real estate market for vacation homes has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past decade. The landscape is exceptionally beautiful and the land values are almost too good to be true. Nicaragua boasts great hiking and bird watching. The sport fishing and surfing are unparalleled. It is the land of lakes, rivers, rain forests, volcanoes, artisan markets and coffee farms. Nicaraguan vacation homes have really become popular amongst those seeking a perfect getaway or for those retiring Americans looking for an inexpensive place to live and relax. Historically, the only drawback with Nicaragua real estate was that most deals were completed on a cash only basis.
It is now possible to secure financing from some of the more prominent and reputable Nicaraguan banks such as BDF, Bancentro and BAC. Qualified buyers with the right documentation can access loans of up to 80-95 % of the total purchase price. Although interest rates are becoming more competitive they still float in the range of 9-12% per annum amortized over 10 years. Most mortgages contain an option to extend the amortization by another five 5 years.
Multiple resort developments are offering developer financing. This type of financing can provide the savvy purchaser with a great deal. For example, a brand new beach condominium project within walking distance of the shops and bars and restaurants of San Juan del Sur is offering 15 year financing at 9% interest. This development is upscale and located right on the beach. Other nearby developments are offering 7 year financing on condos, ocean view lots and completed houses at 8% with a 30% down payment. Even if it is not advertised you should ask about developer financing.
Some of the bigger developments even offer another very familiar option. These developers have relationships with American style mortgage brokers. This type of American- style financing offers a longer term. The terms of interest related to these loans tend to be similar to those in the States which are very low right now.
The least common but still available means by which to finance your Nicaragua vacation home is akin to private vendor take back mortgages. These days there are an increasing number of opportunities using this method of financing. Vendors know that the credit market has dried up and this might be the only way they can sell their home.
People who never thought it would be possible are buying Nicaraguan vacation homes. Financial assistance in achieving your dream is now available. New financing options have opened the door to real estate in Nicaragua.
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Dec 13
Matt AllanCentral America beach homes, Central America, central america realestate, nicaragua, nicaragua realestate, realestate, vacation homes
The Nicaragua real estate market has been percolating and it is ready to explode on to the world market. Second homes and retirement homes in Nicaragua are set to be a popular investment in the next few years. People are started to worry that retirement in the United States is unaffordable and cold.
Nicaragua is located in Central America where it is hugged by both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Historically associated with unrest, it is now associated with colorful villages, great surfing and beautiful beaches. Direct flights into Managua are available from a number of U.S. cities such as Miami and Houston. In the past five years, the tourism industry in Nicaragua has experienced wonderful growth and the country’s infrastructure such as roads has seen noticeable improvement.
Nicaragua has a stunning natural beauty and wonderful tourism related activities. Such attractions and activities include exploring historic colonial cities, relaxing on one of the gorgeous beaches, golf, hiking or kayaking along fresh water lakes and rivers, world class surfing and sport fishing, volcano watching, canopy tours, bird and turtle watching, exploring the wonderful open air local markets or visiting a coffee plantation in the cooler mountainous regions.
Nicaragua has a wonderfully interesting history and culture and has excellent world class health care. Therefore it is no surprise that Nicaraguan property has become a popular purchase amongst baby boomers seeking to diversify a balanced real estate investment portfolio or looking for retirement homes or vacation homes. In addition to the other perks of owning Nicaragua real estate, you may also be eligible to receive some compelling tax incentives as an investor or developer under Nicaragua Law 306. Law 306 allows a purchaser certain attractive tax incentives for a period of10 years.
Foreigner investors are entitled to hold fee simple title to Nicaragua property in their own names. Title insurance is also available from some of the most reputable American title insurers to further ensure your peace of mind. Nicaraguan real estate is a very safe investment.
The Nicaragua real estate market still remains untapped, compared to some other retirement places such as Costa Rica, Belize, Florida and Mexico, and therefore many great deals can still be found. It’s only a matter of time before Nicaragua real estate becomes more expensive. Beachfront homes can still be a reasonable purchase here for the average person. Food and health care and cleaning services costs are a fraction of that in North America. The reasons to buy Nicaragua Real Estate are endless.
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