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When looking at international property for investment, certain criteria must be fulfilled.
First and foremost is location.
To determine which locations are attractive from both a rental and capital appreciation point of view, we need to look at the following:
Stable currency – it always bounces back.
Lending available – it’s possible for foreigners to obtain a mortgage.
Taxed equally – foreigners enjoy the same benefits as the locals.
Government control – it is not possible for the government to seize the land.
Supply and demand – huge demand, limited supply.
When a country ticks all the boxes, we start focusing on the cities themselves.
Infrastructure – how easy is it to get around town, and how well connected is it with the surrounding cities?
Education – how many schools and universities are in the city? If the infrastructure is in place, students tend to remain in the same city after finishing their education.
Corporations – how many big corporations are based in the city and generating jobs for those who need a place to stay?
The process begins with an assessment, where
Why do you want to invest – investment or emotional?
Time frame – when do you want to invest?
Budget – how much do you have for a down payment?
Cash/mortgage – do you prefer to pay it off immediately or obtain a mortgage for leverage?
Size – how big of an apartment are you looking for?
First and foremost is location.
To determine which locations are attractive from both a rental and capital appreciation point of view, we need to look at the following:
Stable currency – it always bounces back.
Lending available – it’s possible for foreigners to obtain a mortgage.
Taxed equally – foreigners enjoy the same benefits as the locals.
Government control – it is not possible for the government to seize the land.
Supply and demand – huge demand, limited supply.
When a country ticks all the boxes, we start focusing on the cities themselves.
Infrastructure – how easy is it to get around town, and how well connected is it with the surrounding cities?
Education – how many schools and universities are in the city? If the infrastructure is in place, students tend to remain in the same city after finishing their education.
Corporations – how many big corporations are based in the city and generating jobs for those who need a place to stay?
Why do you want to invest – investment or emotional?
Time frame – when do you want to invest?
Budget – how much do you have for a down payment?
Cash/mortgage – do you prefer to pay it off immediately or obtain a mortgage for leverage?
Size – how big of an apartment are you looking for?