The Complete Guide to Buying Property Abroad [Paperback]

'An authoritative, straight-talking book... filled with inspiring case studies' The Weekly Telegraph '... good value... can set you off on a journey towards a second home in the sun' Property Executive 'Very thorough... covers virtually every element you can think of for buying property abroad. It hammers home facts' Financial Advisor

"..has long been recognized as providing a comprehensive guide to buying property abroad..includes the 'new' investment states in Eastern Europe."
--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

"An authoritative, straight-talking book...filled with inspiring case studies."
--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

“Don’t leave home and head off on a buying trip without this one.” --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

An authoritatative and informative guide to buying property abroad - including financial, legal and lifestyle issues. Country coverage includes popular destination markets such as France, Spain, Portugal, Florida andthe Caribbean. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

“A good overview of things to consider when thinking of upping sticks.” --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

It's never been easier to buy property abroad and for many the prospect is tantalisingly seductive. This guide deals with the downside as well as the upside and covers what country to choose, what type of property and the financial considerations. It also provides a country-by-country review with facts and figures to help make the decision process easier. It contains case studies describing what it is really like to own property abroad and with advice on what to beware of when purchasing.

REAR COVER:

"…good value… can set you off on a journey towards
a second home in the sun."

Property Executive

"Very thorough… covers virtually every element you can think of
for buying property abroad. It hammers home facts."

Financial Advisor

"Don’t leave home and head off on a buying trip without this one."

Good Times

Do you dream of escaping your familiar surroundings and owning a property abroad? Fantasizing about it can be fun, but why not join the increasing number of people who have turned their dreams into reality? The Complete Guide to Buying Property Abroad offers expert advice on the many practicalities that you will need to consider, such as:

• How would I finance the purchase?
• Am I looking for rental income?
• How important is hot sun and good weather?
• Which country should I choose and why?
• Should I go for a new build or a romantic wreck?
• Is it a good investment?
• Will I have to pay tax?

The answers to all these questions and many more can be found in this fully revised new edition, which has even more useful addresses and websites. There is a country-by-country review to help make the decision process easier, including new material on emerging markets such as Croatia, Turkey and Bulgaria. Authoritative, informative and down-to-earth, it covers all the financial, legal and lifestyle issues involved in making a purchase. It’s also packed with a wealth of inspiring real-life stories from those who have taken the plunge and made their dreams come true.

Liz Hodgkinson is a prolific author and journalist. She writes regularly on property matters for the Evening Standard and the Mail on Sunday, and also contributes to the Guardian, the Daily Telegraph and various magazines and websites. She is the author of the best-selling The Complete Guide to Letting Property, and also The Complete Guide to Renovating and Improving Your Property, both published by Kogan Page. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Liz Hodgkinson is a prolific author and journalist who has written over 40 books. She writes regularly on property matters for the Evening Standard and the Daily Mail, and also contributes to The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph and various magazines and Web sites. She is the author of the best-selling Complete Guide to Letting Property (also published by Kogan Page).

The reality; The important questions; Money; Countries: France; Germany; Spain; Portugal; Italy; Greece; Turkey; Cyprus; Malta; Gibraltar; North America; The Caribbean; Eastern European countries; Australia; New Zealand; Emerging Markets. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.