Overseas property country guide

South Africa

Property abroad in South Africa

Still centered on the capital, Cape Town, the South African property market is likely to expand when the country hosts the Rugby World Cup in 2010. Average property prices are still reasonably low, but are sure to rise - making quick action necessary.

Knight Frank: Global house price inflation at 8.2%
Global house price inflation in the fourth quarter of 2007 stood at 8.2 per cent, according to the latest research from estate agent Knight Frank. Full Story
South Africa most stressful emigration destination
South Africa has been found to be the most stressful overseas destination for Brits looking to emigrate. Full Story

Carbon cost of place in the sun
Owning a property abroad can increase an individual's carbon footprint by an average of 28 per cent. Full Story
Buying property abroad: Hotspots
Mike Hayes, editor of Homes Overseas Magazine, examines what makes Florida, South Africa, Australia and Spain so popular. Full Story

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Countries

France
France has long been a strong-hold of British property investment and with a recent property boom seemingly coming to an end now could be the right time to pick up a bargain as prices start to slow. Full Story
Spain
Still the most popular destination for Brits looking to invest abroad, Spain is the most popular emigration destination in the world. Full Story
The Caribbean
Perhaps one of the most romanticised locations in the world, the white sandy beaches, tropical weather and tourism based rental market have all drawn investors to the Caribbean. Full Story
USA
Areas such as Florida remain popular despite recent, well publicised, turmoil in the market. Full Story
Bulgaria
Long the darling of international property investment, Bulgaria has seen sustained development since joining the EU, and despite concerns some resorts may be reaching saturation point many areas remain untouched. Full Story
Cape Verde
A recent property expansion in Cape Verde has been fuelled by direct flights from Europe, time zones Full Story