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Costa del Sol Property for sale | Malaga Property

2010-02-05T07:45:00.003Z

Costa del Sol, Spain.

Costa del Sol Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Costa del Sol brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Costa del Solproperties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Costa del Sol.

Málaga is a city in the Autonomous Community of Andalucia, Spain. It is the second most populous city of Andalusia, the sixth largest in Spain and 43rd-most populous municipality in the European Union, with a population of 566,447 in 2008. It is the 8th largest European city above the Mediterranean Sea and experiences the warmest winters of any European city with a population over 250,000, with a Mediterranean-Subtropical climate.

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Greece Ski Properties, Property for sale in Kalavryta

2010-02-04T12:25:00.004Z

In one of the most popular ski centers in Greece, in the area of kalavryta has built a cluster of detached doublexes surrounded by trees. Each one has a fireplace, lounge, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an attic, storage and heating.

Beds: 2. Baths: 2. Built: 80 sqm. Plot: 0 sqm.
Price: €210.000,00
GB £182,751.96

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Development for sale in Paros. Greece Property

2010-02-02T07:47:00.004Z

Property for sale in Paros, Greece

Golden Coast Beach Villas are situated in a prime seafront location in the world famous Golden Coast area, South East of the island, called Dryos.20 km from the capital Parikia, Dryos is a region with small ports and sandy beaches. The area is secluded to ensure privacy with the project consisting of 12 two & three bedroom maisonettes and 8 two & three bedroom villas. They have been designed in typical Greek island style architecture, synonymous to light, bright open spaces with picture windows, roof terraces and all-round comfort for enjoyable indoor and outdoor living. The highest standard of construction, coupled with the use of traditional materials, such as karisto stones, solid wood and ceramic tiles, melt together to create these special homes. The after sales management services offered by Apartmentsandvillasworldwide.com will ensure that the value of your precious home will be preserved.

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Loan for Limassol marina from the Bank of Cyprus

2010-02-01T08:34:00.003Z

Bank of Cyprus will give a loan of €130 million for the construction of the new Limassol marina.

The agreement was signed by Mr. Vasos Siarlis, Higher General Manager of Bank of Cyprus and Mr. Marios Lanitis, Chairman of the Company’s Board of directors.

Mr. Siarlis added that this agreement is a proof that Bank of Cyprus is consistent to its commitments for the support of the island’s economy via the funding of big development projects.

Limassol marina will cost €360 million. “It will be able to host 1,000 vessels of different sizes and will include 274 houses and flats as well as restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, gym, SPA and a cultural centre”, the Bank of Cyprus announcement said.

The marina will be constructed with the PPP method (Public Private Partnership) and a long-term lease. The companies that participate in Limassol Marina Ltd are Cybarco Plc, Francoude & Stephanou Ltd, J&P Avax, Joannou and Paraskevaides Ltd, Athena SA, CADS Holdings Ltd and Limassol Marina Development Co Ltd.

The construction of the new Limassol marina, a project expected to enhance and enrich the tourist product in Cyprus, has started officially and is expected be ready in the autumn of 2012.

by Cyprus Property News

Akbuk property for sale in Turkey Properties

2010-02-01T07:45:00.005Z

Find one of the best and emerging real estate market in Europe. Akbuk , Turkey.

Akbuk is a small holiday resort on a bay in the Aegean Region, near Didim in Turkey.

Akbuk Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Akbuk brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Akbuk properties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Akbuk.

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Turkey property for sale.Turkish Real Estate. Overseas Property

2010-01-31T06:18:00.004Z

Turkey Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Turkey brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Turkish properties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Turkey.

The territory of Turkey is more than 1,600 kms long and 800 kms wide, with a roughly rectangular shape. The country is encircled by seas on three sides: the Aegean Sea to the west, the Black Sea to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. Turkey also contains the Sea of Marmara in the northwest.

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Cyprus property price index published

2010-01-30T07:08:00.003Z

Eighty people gathered for the launch of the RICS Cyprus Property Price Index in Nicosia earlier today. The Index will be published quarterly and aims to contribute to the transparency of the property market in Cyprus.

Attendees at the launch were addressed by the President of RICS Cyprus, Petros Stylianou MRICS, the vice-President of ΣEEOKK Anna Iacovou FCIArb MRICS, and by the ex-Minister of Finance, Dr Michalis Sarris.

Mr Stylianou highlighted the significance of the Index in bringing an identifiable measure of property prices and returns, whilst Mrs Iacovou noted the need for a similar Index on construction costs which identified market trends and the changing economic landscape.

Dr Sarris elaborated further on the importance of clarity in times of economic turbulence in order to instil confidence in investors and the public as a whole.

The Index has been designed to provide reliable indications of trends and broad changes in real estate pricing of apartments, houses, offices, high street retail premises, warehouses and offices and it tracks property prices and rents across 46 locations.

The methodology on which the RICS Cyprus Property Price Index is based was designed by Professor Dr Pat McAllister MRICS and Dr Franz Fuerst from the Reading University Department of Real Estate & Planning at Henley.

Professor McAllister spoke of the important role of the Index in identifying what is happening in the Island’s property market and its usefulness to buyers, sellers, mortgage lenders, real estate companies and associated businesses. He then went on to present the first issue of the RICS Cyprus Property Price Index :

Average Unit Price (Euro)
	Nicosia	Limassol	Larnaca	Paphos	Famagusta - Paralimni
Apartments	171,155	177,978	187,590	154,917	153,790
Houses	523,438	496,250	438,750	460,417	412,500
Retail	1,079,167	912,500	550,000	775,000	350,000
Warehouse	2,280,000	2,700,000	1,933,333	1,405,000	1,200,000
Office	758,000	600,000	480,000	523,333	337,500

Source: RICS Cyprus

Average Monthly Rent (Euro)
	Nicosia	Limassol	Larnaca	Paphos	Famagusta - Paralimni
Apartments	560	560	502	467	350
Houses	729	1,226	800	677	500
Retail	7,000	4,239	3,433	2,383	1,525
Warehouse	5,500	9,500	8,750	6,500	7,500
Office	2,700	3,050	1,655	1,800	1,300

Source: RICS Cyprus

Initial Yields (Annual Rent/Price)
	Nicosia	Limassol	Larnaca	Paphos	Famagusta - Paralimni
Apartments	3.9%	3.8%	3.2%	3.6%	2.7%
Houses	1.7%	3.0%	2.2%	1.8%	1.5%
Retail	7.8%	5.6%	7.5%	3.7%	5.2%
Warehouse	2.9%	4.2%	5.4%	5.6%	7.5%
Office	4.3%	6.1%	4.1%	4.1%	4.6%

Derived from: RICS Cyprus Property Price Index

Outline of the properties used in calculating the index:

Apartments – Two bedroom, 85m², Medium quality.
Houses – Three bedroom with garden, Semi-detached, 250m², Medium quality.
Retail – High-street retail, 100m² ground floor area with 50m² mezzanine.
Warehouse – Light industrial area, 2,000m², 200m² office space.
Office – Grade A, City centre location, 200m²

Commenting on the Index Professor McAllister said that “compared to other EU markets, initial yields appear low” and “the values will provide you of the best estimate of what you will be able to sell your property for”.

On the general subject of property price indexes, Professor McAllister said that indexes produced by banks tended to undervalue property because they used them for evaluating mortgage applications. Dr Sarris said that “banks (in Cyprus) have chosen not to chase developers for loans, but lend them more”.

Chairman of the Cyprus Land and Building Developers Association, Lakis Tofarides, said that property prices were high because the price of land has rocketed over the last ten years and that today, the cost of land represented some 40% – 50% of a property’s overall cost. He added that distortions in the market were due to the tax system in Cyprus and that property-related taxes were very high compared to other countries. He also expressed his concern over the government’s intention to reassess the property tax system as it might lead to even higher level of taxation.

by Cyprus Property News

Worldwide Currency Exchange

2010-01-27T09:58:00.002Z

Currency Exchange for most people is a must when buying a property overseas but it is generally the one thing that is always last on the list. Most people are aware of the rate for your sterling to euro exchange for your holiday spending but many people are not aware that there are commercial Rates for the lager transactions which makes a significant difference ....
How do I go about it?
From our experience most people really do not think about Currency Exchange until after they have made their decision to buy their Overseas Dream Home and then and only then because your property is priced in Euros do you start to take a keen interest at what your Sterling Exchangeor Dollars rate to the Euro is valued at, this is vitally important to you as a slight difference in the sterling to Euro rate can make a significant difference to the overall price that you pay!

Where do I go to Exchange my money?
Your first port of call is always your home Bank but they are not always the ones that offer you the BEST RATE.
Like all high value purchases it pays to check the market place and to this end you should consider some of the specialist currency exchange companies.

Where do I go to Exchange my money?
Your first port of call is always your home Bank but they are not always the ones that offer you the BEST RATE.
Like all high value purchases it pays to check the market place and to this end you should consider some of the specialist currency exchange companies.

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Israel puts the sight in Fuerteventura as holiday destination

2010-01-22T16:53:00.004Z

Monatour, the most important tour operator of Israel, will support an important meeting with the president of the Chapter of Fuerteventura during the first days of next February.

The most important tour operator of Israel, Monatour, has concentrated on Canaries, and specially in Fuerteventura's island as holiday destination. In Fitur 2010 not only is spoken about domestic, German or British, and like that markets it is reflected by the meeting that this tour operator will support next month with the president of the Chapter of Fuerteventura, Mario Cabrera, in the island.

According to the president of the Chapter majorero, the future meeting with this tour operator, which will take place during the first days of February, is an optimistic information with regard to 2010 since it is a question of a very demanding tourism and has, in addition, a high acquisitive level.

RTVC.ES

New flights from UK to Sharm el-Sheikh

2010-01-21T11:01:00.005Z

New flights have been announced which it is hoped will attract an extra 18,000 passengers a year to Durham Tees Valley Airport.

Thomson Airways plans several new services from November, which include the first Durham Tees Valley departures to Sharm el-Sheikh on the Red Sea.

The news is a boost to the airport near Darlington, which has been hit by cuts in services by some budget operators.

Last week the airport said a review of operations would mean job losses.

'Financial stability'

An airport spokeswoman said: "New flights to Sharm el-Sheikh and Tenerife will each add 9,000 passengers.

"We're sure that there will be a very positive response to the introduction of flights to Sharm el-Sheikh which is now recognised as a world-class holiday resort."

Last week, Peel Group Holdings, which owns the airport, announced it was cutting staff and operating hours to "create financial stability" in tough economic times.

The company said up to 32 posts would go, with the remaining 143 staff being trained to do extra work.

The new flights are due to start in November, with Thomson also reinstating services to Tenerife and Alicante.

Over the past three years a number of operators, including Ryan Air and BMI Baby have axed or reduced flights out of the airport.

BBC.CO.UK

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Holidays to Egypt expected to increase in popularity

2010-01-19T07:21:00.002Z

The number of people choosing to take holidays to Egypt is set to grow, according to some of the latest travel research. By Southall Travel -Thursday, January 07, 2010 06:00 PM Holidays to Egypt expected to increase in popularityAn increase in the number of tourists booking holidays to Egypt is one of the travel trends for 2010, a new survey has revealed. Research carried out on behalf of TUI Travel Adventures Companies found that mid-haul destinations, particularly Egypt and the Middle East, could experience growth of up to 81 per cent over the next three years. The survey found that travellers are 190 per cent more likely to book an adventure holiday before 2013 than they were in the previous three years. Egypt's Red Sea resorts of Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab and Hurghada could be the perfect option for holidaymakers who want to try their hand at new and adventurous sports.

Situated on the coastline, all three offer opportunities to indulge in water sports, from sailing and jet skiing to exploring the underwater world by learning to scuba dive.

Sharm el Sheikh is renowned as an affordable diving destination for British travellers, with a host of dive schools on hand to guide adventurers into the Red Sea's crystal waters.

Written by Ruth Norris

Spain Buying and Selling property Guide | Spanish Property Guide

2010-01-18T06:36:00.004Z

Buying Guide to purchase property in Spain.

Peoples dream of owning a property abroad has become far easier to achieve than most people realize, with a stable European environment, common currencies, more and easier flight availability. However for the prospective it still can be a very daunting indeed, due to factors of lack of understanding of the laws and regulations in a foreign country which are often very different than those we are used to at home.

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Apartment for sale in Cape Verde | Overseas property for sale

2010-01-15T07:16:00.004Z

Apartment for sale in Sao Pedro, Sao Pedro, Sao Vicente. Cape Verde Property.

Beachfront village on the island of São Vicente with luxury homes all looking onto swimming pool or the Atlantic Ocean. The village also boasts full facilities mini golf, seafood restaurants, bars, beauty centre and 10 minute drive from Mindelo.

Beds: 1. Baths: 1. Built: sqm. Plot: sqm.
Price: € 89500

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Property for sale in Rhodes Greece | Overseas property in Rhodes

2010-01-14T07:31:00.004Z

Rhodes Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Rhodes brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Rhodes properties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Rhodes.

Rhodes is shaped like a spearhead, 79.7 km. long. and 38 km wide, with a total area of approximately 1,400 square kilometres and a coastline of approximately 220 km. The city of Rhodes is located at the northern tip of the island, as well as the site of the ancient and modern commercial harbours. The main air gateway (Diagoras International Airport, IATA code: RHO) is located 14 km (9 mi) to the southwest of the city in Paradisi. The road network radiates from the city along the east and west coasts. (Wikipedia).

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Apartment for rent in Corralejo. Fuerteventura property rentals

2010-01-13T08:08:00.003Z

Nice opportunity to rent an Apartment in Corralejo Fuerteventura.

Superbly furnished 1 bedroom apartment in stunning complex with superb pool A deposit of Euros 100 is required to secure

From just 250€ per week.

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First 6 months of 2010, the best moment to buy property in Spain

2010-01-12T07:00:00.003Z

The State secretary of Economy, Jose Manuel Campa, thinks that in 2010, specially the first semester, can be a good moment to acquire property in Spain thanks to a conjunction of factors that can constitute " important incentives " for those families that have foreseen to acquire a property, instead of waiting to a major adjustment of the prices.

In an interview granted to Europa Press, Campa estimates that factors as drop of prices, interest rates in minimums (1 %), plan of helps to the housing, maintenance of the fiscal deduction to the purchase and the differential one of VAT - that will rise in the second half of the year - suppose " important incentives " for the interested parties in buying now a property in Spain.

So, if you are looking to purchase property in Spain, don´t hesitate it, now is the time.

Overseas Property Guides. Worldwide tips for buying Property abroad.

2010-01-11T07:45:00.002Z

Find buying overseas property guides of, Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Morocco, Egypt, Greece, Spain...

Owning an overseas property has become far easier to achieve than most people realize, with a stable European environment, common currencies, more and cheaper flight availability.

The prospective it still can be a very daunting indeed, due to factors of lack of understanding of the laws in a foreign country which are often very different than those we are used to at home.

Apartments and Villas Worldwide provide you with the Buying Property Guide of each country individual. Have a look and enjoy it.

Fuerteventura apartment for sale in Canary Islands Property

2010-01-08T07:58:00.005Z

Find this unique apartment for sale in Fuerteventura, one of the best relation quality price in Canary Islands properties .

This large upper floor apartment is frontline to the pool and set in mature gardens. Property comes fully furnished with kitchen. The waterpark is very close and the town shops just a 10 minute walk.

Beds: 1. Baths: 1. Built: 50 sqm. Plot: 50 sqm.
Price: €79.000,00
GB £70,791.49

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Property for sale in Egypt, Overseas Properties. Sharm El Sheikh

2010-01-07T13:42:00.003Z

Sharm El Sheikh Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Sharm El Sheikh brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Sharm El Sheikh properties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Sharm El Sheikh.

Sharm el-Sheikh was a port, but commercial shipping has been greatly reduced as the result of strict environmental laws introduced in the 1990s. Until 1982, there was only a military port in Sharm el-Sheikh, on the northern part of Marsa Bareka. The civilian port development started in the mid 1980s when the Sharem-al-Maya bay became the city's main yacht and service port.

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Property for sale in Egypt

2009-12-16T09:25:00.002Z

Egypt Property for sale with Apartments and Villas in Egypt brings you the largest selection of apartments, villas, plots, commercial property and Egiptian properties for sale along with sea and beach front homes to buy. Purchase your dream home from a large selection of stunning marina properties, or you might want to buy that perfect plot of land to design and construct your own self build home in some of the most exclusive places in Egypt.

Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world's most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramid complex and its Great Sphinx. The southern city of Luxor contains numerous ancient artifacts, such as the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Egypt is widely regarded as an important political and cultural nation of the Middle East.

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Apartment for sale in Fuerteventura | Canary Islands Property | Property in Spain

2009-12-10T08:50:00.003Z

Apartment for sale in corralejo, LA OLIVA, Fuerteventura. Canary Islands Property

Situated just a short walk from the Dunes and the coast but still close to the centre of the town this aprtment also benefits from a large communal pool.

Beds: 1. Baths: 1. Built: 29 sqm. Plot: 29 sqm.

Price 54.000 €

Unique opportunity to buy this apartment in one of the best areas of Fuerteventura, Corralejo. If you are looking to acquire a property in Canary Islands (Spain), this is your opportunity.

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Canary Islands Property Buying Guide

2009-12-02T06:41:00.002Z

Peoples dream of owning a property in Canary Islands has become far easier to achieve than most people realize, with a stable European environment, common currencies, more and easier flight availability. However for the prospective it still can be a very daunting indeed, due to factors of lack of understanding of the laws and regulations in a foreign country which are often very different than those we are used to at home.

So it is vitally important that you ensure you have the most professional assistance available to ensure that you achieve you dream safely.
The Canary Islands is a fabulous place for both those that want to become full time residents or for just the occasional visitor to the Islands, of course the Canary Islands are becoming an ever increasing choice for those that want to own a holiday home or even move for a better way of life and of course those that want to retire to the sun to enjoy a hard earned rest after many years of toil.
The temperature and all year round sunshine make the Canary Islands the perfect choice for many Europeans for their property purchase because we are part of Europe from a comfort point of view, but far enough removed from mainland Europe to enjoy the subtropical climate of Africa.
However when buying in a Foreign country caution should always be exercised customs and procedures are very different from those at home
We advice to all prospective purchasers is be cautious always ensure that you take specialist professional advice, after all you would not buy a house at home in the pub from a total stranger would you?
We believe that all clients deserve the best, after all the Canary Islands offers you the very best of climate and lifestyle why should we not ensure you have the best assistance available to assist you in the pursuit of your Dream.

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Ski Property in Greece | Kalavrita Ski Properties

2009-11-30T06:35:00.003Z

Find your Ski Property in Greece, Kalavrita Residences. Only 300 metres from the village of Kalavryta next to the sacred place of the execution with panoramic views to the snowy mountain tops and Kalavryta but also on the way to the ski centre (8 minutes drive) in an open plot there are autonomous two-storied traditional residences with a unique sense of familiarity and warmth.

The snowy village and the full firs forest that unfolds in front, offers generously the luxury of peacefulness that the Greek nature gives during winter-summertime. The residences consist of fireplace, bedroom on the 1st floor, 2 baths, big verandas, independent autonomous heating with radiator, cooker, wooden scales and frames, exclusive barbecue space and parking spaces while the access in the semibasement is also independent.

Frontline Apartments for sale in Spain | Canary Islands Property

2009-11-27T08:16:00.003Z

This project is in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain and has been planned as a residential complex of 81 apartments and 27 studios, distributed in three buildings.
The residential unit stands on the lower part of the plot and the different buildings and levels will be sited according to the sloping lay of the land in order to integrate with the environment. Such levels will communicate by means of open laneways.
Studios are at ground level of the buildings and the one and two bedroom apartments are on the upper levels.

Located at the narrowest part of the island, only about 2.5 km from the west to the east coast, protected by the wall of rocks (La pared) Costa Calma ( the quiet coast) is placed at the side protected from wind, at a distance of only 64km from the International Airport of Fuerteventura.

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