Overseas property news

Brits "play it safe" with foreign property investment

Foreign property investments in 2010 are likely to be 'safe bet' options for Brits, according to one industry expert.

There are bargains to be had in the more traditional countries such as Spain,... Full Story

Investment opportunities in Costa Rica
Eco-tourism, low cost living and 'La Pura Vida' is attracting UK buyers to invest in holiday homes in Costa Rica. Full Story
Argentina drawing in property investors
A small wine-making community in north-west Argentina is being transformed into a buying ground for international investors. Full Story

Overseas property attracting potential buyers
The property portal found searches for property in Croatia had risen by 30 per cent in the last year, and interest in South Africa was up by ten per cent. Full Story
Brits abroad worried about weak Sterling
The HiFX Global Currency Moves report found the sterling strengthened against the euro, and the New Zealand dollar was ranked the most volatile currency in the period, putting off potential movers to the country. Full Story

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BBQ season is upon us…
The Met Office has announced summer 2009 is likely to be a glorious affair, with temperatures reaching Mediterranean standards. So what better way to celebrate the forthcoming sunshine than with a barbecue? Full Story

Country House Rescue's 'national treasure' opens to the public

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Hungary
The Hungarian property market has grown since accession to the European Union in 2004, and here aboutproperty takes a look at what the future might hold for the eastern European country. Full Story