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Prodanovtsi Ski Villas, Borovets Bulgaria

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Located in Prodanovtsi village and just a short drive from the Borovets ski resort, Prodanovtsi Ski Villas are constructing their exclusive walled development of eleven properties, consisting of seven detached and four semi-detached luxury villas, offering a choice of two, three or four bedroomed designs, with completion scheduled for two thousand and twelve.
With an estimated thirteen percent annual growth potential, these properties represent an excellent return on investment, especially as the Bulgarian Government have announced that a world class, year round mountain ski resort is to be established in Borovets, including a major expansion of Super Borovets, together with the building of two new villages, romantically linked throughout the area by gondolas.
This unique five hundred million euro project will establish the region as Eastern Europes premier mountain resort attracting tourists - and consequently rental income - from all over Europe. Current property prices are low thus, as the project progresses; values will increase substantially making this a fantastic investment opportunity reserve yours today with only 2000 euro deposit.
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Overseas Property Bulgaria for sale Bulgarian properties video

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Are you searching for that something different?

A more laid back approach to life?

Bulgaria offers a fantastically varied landscape combined with a very relaxed lifestyle

Steeped in history with a strong sense of traditional culture - the perfect destination for leisure and adventure.

Ski in the mountains, hike in the national parks, soak in curative mineral springs, relax in rural splendour or sun yourself on the sandy beaches of the Black Sea -- this wonderful land is an unspoilt treasure ideal for holiday home and investment alike.

In fact Bulgaria is such a truly marvellous place that many of our clients who come to view property find themselves actually relocating here permanently.....

Whatever your dreams, why not let us help you discover your ideal home in Bulgaria?

At Premium Properties BG we are dedicated to finding the finest Bulgarian real estates whilst providing utmost support to our clients - this combination of professional insight with strong and reliable local market conditions offers you the best opportunities for an intelligent overseas property investment.

We hold a substantial database of resale properties giving you the greatest chance possible to fulfil your purchasing needs, catering for all budgets and choices from renovation projects to refurbished village houses and new coastal villas, as well as off plan developments for those looking for top investment return potential.

With offices in both the UK and Bulgaria, we can help you with all the finer points of buying

We specialise in offering you a personal service. We have excellent local knowledge and of course understand the language while at the same time being able to provide you with the details in a way you'll understand.

Once you have decided to purchase we can assist with all the legal aspects, including help with lawyers, notaries, banks, mortgages, company set-ups and using power of attorney

So if you are seeking your dream home in the sun or planning to buy Bulgarian property for investment then call Premium Properties BG - We are here to help.

Bulgarian Ski Resorts

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Bulgarian Ski Resorts become more and more popular among ski amateurs in winter time. Pay attention to the Central Park Resort, located near the the biggest economic, administrative, educational and cultural center of Bulgaria.

Balkan Heights Hotel Apartments - Bulgarian Property for sale

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Balkan Heights is situated in the St Ivan district of Bansko. This area is to the south of Bansko, in the foothills of the Pirin Mountains, five minutes by minibus shuttle to the Gondola Station. St Ivan is emerging as the most prestigious district of the town. The views are terrific across 360-degrees, and the few developments taking place there are of a higher quality than those in the town below. Balkan Heights abuts the Pirin National Park, and its views cannot be affected by any future development.

The apartments are designed to contain the maximum number of bedrooms and beds in the smallest area. 1-bedroom apartments are on average 50 square meters (540 square feet), 2-bedroom apartments are 65 sq m (700 square feet). Costing is by the square meter, so the prices of Studios and one bedroom and two-bedroom apartments are lower than in any development in equivalent superb position or with so many facilities. The apartments at Balkan Heights are much larger than French ski apartments. (continued at this site )

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Bulgaria the Unbelievable Overseas Property Investment

2008-11-14T11:26:00.000-08:00

Im sure by reading the title of this article your probably saying to yourself “just another con to make me part with my hard earnt money”. Well if you dont believe me then just read the facts about this amazing overseas property investment oppurtunity open to everyone.

The country i am talking about here is the European state of Bulgaria. Bulgaria only twenty years ago was behind the Iron curtain of Russia.The country was of poor economic stability, little overseas investment with many people living in poor condfitions throughout this beautiful country.

Twenty years on Bulgaria is fast becoming the quickest developing european country in the world. The cost of living in Bulgaria is extremely low compared with the UK and especially London. Restaurant meals can be purchased for the equivalent of a few pounds and Bulgaria is expected to become a popular budget holiday location as more and more airlines offer direct flights. British Airways now flies direct from Gatwick from only £75 return including taxes, although most investors are eagerly waiting the entry of easyJet and Ryanair which will happen in 2007.

Cheap Bulgarian Property prices can start from as little as £4,000 for a modest sized house with 500sq M of land attached. (continued at this site )

Sofia is where the Smart Property Investment Money is

2008-10-12T05:31:00.001-07:00

Despite a turbulent few years Bulgaria is still a bright property investment prospect, but the market should be approached with caution.

Bulgaria was the brash newcomer of the world’s property market a few short years ago. Now, after experiencing the highs of a booming market followed by the lows of a price correction in some parts of the country the situation is more complicated.

If you do your research on the Bulgarian property market it is possible to find very contradictory information on the health of the market. One the one hand, newspaper reports about unscrupulous developers and agents, and stories about people unable to sell their unremarkable new-build flats in Black Sea coastal resorts make for sober reading. Meanwhile, international sales agency Knight Frank recently published a report looking at house price growth across the globe, calculating that Bulgaria has experienced the biggest capital growth of anywhere in its report. The report stated: “While the rate of growth in the price of flats was lower than in previous quarters, it was nonetheless maintained at over 30 per cent, again being driven by the performance of areas bordering Romania such as Ruse and Vidin, as well as the capital Sofia, where year-on-year price inflation exceeded 60 per cent.”

Assetz, the property investment and sales agency, is also nthusiastic about the market, but not wholly so. “Those purchasing homes overseas in the last five years will have found few destinations to rival Bulgaria for strong capital gains,” adds its managing director Stuart Law. “However, major oversupply in the country’s most popular tourist areas means that this is set to lower significantly in the near future. Assetz has always advised caution to property investors in these areas, and rental returns have now started to fall into the negative. It is very likely that average property price growth statistics have been misleading, with rural property price growth masking poor performance in the tourist hotspots for at least the last 12 months.”

Traditionally, Brits have mainly bought in the coastal areas in the east of the country - Sunny Beach, Bourgas and Golden Sands, for example, where the tourists are predominantly British and Germans on package holidays and you can still pick up a flat for £40,000 - and the ski areas, such as Bansko and Pamporovo. It is resorts such as Sunny Beach and Golden Sands where concerns about oversupply are most valid, easily confirmed by the rows of uniform new-build apartments on display when you visit.

If you’re thinking strictly property investment, then Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is - according to most property experts - where the smart money is. With an influx of international companies setting up offices here, an expanding middle class, and relatively recent access to mortgages, Bulgaria’s capital city is showing the best price growth in the former Soviet Bloc country.

“While many property investors have focused on the tourist areas such as Bansko, Golden Sands and Sunny Beach, the astute property investor has looked towards Sofia, which is benefitting from plenty of property investment and a year-round rental market,” says Kirsty Barry of Select Property, an agency selling in the area. “Sofia has seen a significant influx of multinational companies including Hewlett Packard, Sony and Cisco Systems. This has created jobs and therefore increased demand for a strong professional rental market, requiring new-build and commuter belt properties that are close to areas of work. While Sofia’s property prices have risen – they rose 25 per cent in 2007 – it still remains the second cheapest capital city to buy residential price in Europe.”

South Sofia commands the highest rent and is considered more desirable then north – and, according to developer Aston Lloyd, rents in south Sofia went up by 20 per cent in the last year, which is an enormous jump. “Rents rising 20 to 30 per cent in 12 months, along with good capital growth – 20 to 25 per cent per year – are unusual for any property investment market,” says Joe Upchurch, director at Aston Lloyd. “This sets Sofia apart from many emerging markets. This is a result, mainly, of local affordability. Incomes are still not high enough for many Bulgarians to get a mortgage - deposits of 20 per cent are required and interest rates are high, at seven per cent. All this means there are a large number of Bulgarians who can’t afford to buy and are forced to rent.”

For anyone interested in buying, loans of up to 70 per cent of the property’s value are available and solicitor’s fees are normally between £300 and £800. Property taxes are between four and five per cent, though this is different in the various regions. Estate agents fees are three per cent of the agent’s fees – both buyers and sellers pay estate agents three per cent.

While you need to be wary about the reputation of developers anywhere you buy in the world, you need to be particularly wary in Bulgaria. There are many Black Sea coast developments that are not achieving anywhere near the rental yields promised, and others have never been built. “Buyers are advised to check the credentials of any developer carefully and ensure that they have the capital to fund the entire development, and are not entirely reliant upon sales to finance the build,” says James Hickman of Caxton FX.

“Regular tales surface about dodgy agents in Bulgaria and unscrupulous practices,” adds James Barnes, managing director at Robson Barnes. “Examples include surveys still not being commonplace, agents charging overseas buyers more than the listed price and developers changing plans for new-builds without informing those who have already purchased. It is important to ensure that the infrastructure promised by agents and developers - such as new roads, golf courses and ski lifts - are actually planned and funded, and not just part of the sales pitch. While bargains can be had, buyers do need to have their wits about them when considering Bulgaria.”

Jessie Hewitson for Homes Overseas.
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Pros and Cons of the Bulgarian Real Estate Market

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Real estate market in Bulgaria for the last 15 years has improved consistently, but still could be defined as developing .
Since the introduction of the currency board in 1997 Bulgaria has been politically stable country with a developing economy and the preferential conditions and guarantees for foreign investors have generated excellent business opportunities and investment growth potential. Bulgaria real estate prices are by far lower than other destinations in Europe but the estimated acceptance of Bulgaria in the European Union provides unprecedented growth potential that will certainly boost the prices of the Bulgaria real estate in the near future. Bulgarian market or real estate is still unexplored and undeveloped to a certain extent, which makes it very attractive and profitable.

Bulgaria has one of the most liberal foreign investment laws in the region regarding Bulgaria real estate, as well as the foreign investors. According to the Bulgarian Constitution and legislation foreign persons and companies can invest in real estate in Bulgaria either personally or through a local legal entity. Generally speaking, foreigners as persons can acquire only buildings but not land.
Therefore, the most popular and preferred by non-residents ways to become the real estate owners are: As far as houses, villas, flats and limited ownership rights (the right of use, the right to build a house, etc.) are concerned, you can directly purchase them as a person.

The capital of Bulgaria - City of Sofia and the area of the Black Sea Coast are vastly booming urban centers and tourist destinations with relatively more sophisticated market, which have attracted foreign opportunity investors in recent years. Sofia and in the biggest Black Sea Coastal Cities are also the newest trends in Bulgarian Real Estate Market. It appears to be very attractive for investment purposes in the last two-three years. That is why we must point out several Pros and Cons, which we consider important:

Pros:

fast developing real estate market;
liberal foreign investment laws;
improving bank mortgage system;
stable political and economic environment;
excellent return on investment (ROI);
limited currency risk (BGN pegged to EURO under stable currency board);
significant foreign investment in real estate.

Cons:

land purchase restriction for foreigners (due to the requirements of the European Union for Bulgaria's accession to EU in 2007, this restriction will be removed);
underdeveloped infrastructure in some regions;
limited buying power of Bulgarian consumers.
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Bulgaria Property is it Still a Good Investment?

2008-09-05T03:25:00.001-07:00

We keep on hearing people that Bulgaria property investment has fizzled out and that may be true for developments with not many unique selling points to offer like great locations, good finance and payment options, guaranteed rental and good value for money prices.

As yes, a lot of developers jumped on the bandwagon and a number of poor quality developments were built and the demand from property buyers has slowed down as they are looking at new emerging markets.

However in our opinion the Bulgarian property market can still be a good investment if you choose your Bulgaria property wisely.

Sofia the capital city has an increasing strong domestic demand from the Bulgarians earning higher incomes and also touristic demand is predicted to continue for the ski resorts like Bansko and more notable Borovets (because of the Super Borovets project where 300 to 400 millions Euros are to be invested to improve the ski runs and facilities as well as tourist developments.

Super Borovets project will see the ski runs extended to 120 km and an enclave of luxury five star developments located in the exclusive Upper Borovets area located in the midst of the extensive ski network as well as leisure developments in and around the areas.

When finished the mega project, Borovets will be improved and dramatically different to that of today and we expect the investment will form a catalyst for growth in the area. Early investors in an Bulgaria investment properties in Borovets will be rewarded with significant capital gains.

So you see Bulgaria still has some good opportunities to offer investors as long as they do the research and purchase a quality property in exciting areas with good demand.

Here are a few quotes.

House prices in Bulgaria registered the highest increase in the world in 2007, According to figures until the end of September 2007, Bulgarian house prices had risen by 30.6 per cent. Source: BBC

2.2bn Euros in EU funds pledged to improve the country’s road transport system.
Source: Oxford Business Group, The Report Emerging Bulgaria 07

ExperienceBG have a good range of investment properties in Bulgaria. You can learn a lot more about Bulgaria and the other emerging markets on our website and also access country guides and reports for further reading and our sister website Experience International that specialises in overseas investment property in many new exciting markets around the world including Brazil, Cape Verde, Malaysia, Thailand, and Egypt to name a few.

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Bulgarian Property Investments - The Pros and Cons Explained

2008-09-05T03:23:00.000-07:00

Author: Damian Qualter BA MBA

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Bulgarian Property Investment - The Pros & Cons

With residential property in the UK having reached a peak for the current future, investors have been desperately looking around for alternative locations with investment potential, and Bulgaria is tops on everyone's list. Many investors have already noticed that Bulgaria offers very good value for any money that is spent and it also has letting potential as a holiday destination.

The best investment opportunities in Bulgaria right now include the ski resort of Bansko and the Black Sea resorts of Varna and Bourgas. The capital Sofia is developing rapidly as a commercial Mecca as well, signalling that capital appreciation and rental yields should be very strong in the foreseeable future. Bulgaria saw property price increases of 35% in 2004 however the average yields on rental properties are still 8% to 12% thanks to the fact that most investors are buying in the Black Sea coastal resorts and 15% in ski areas. Some of them are investing in new developments instead.

For example, studio apartments in the Black Sea resort of Sunny Beach can cost the investor as little as £16,850. There are good opportunities out there for both city-centre buy-to-let properties and vacation homes that are also offering letting potential. Let it be known though, that despite promising returns, investors have to be wise to the risks that are potentially involved in buying in an emerging economy like this one.

Low prices attract the buyers who are looking for a quick-fix solution to pension problems, but as many agents as you can find will admit there is no guaranteed resale market in Bulgaria (or anywhere else for that matter) and little existing benchmark for measuring price increases other than more and more investors paying higher prices on a monthly basis. That is why long-term investment is recommended over instant returns.

There is, however a genuine demand for quality rental properties but written contracts with holiday companies are absolutely needed as a means of ensuring the buyer a guaranteed yield. Travel agents and tour agents who are no longer enjoying big mark-ups in Spain are looking for higher profit margins in Bulgaria and this does cause problems in the long-term future. High street travel agents and tour operators do have an amazing number of sun and ski holidays available in Bulgaria today and they are selling well, which goes well for future returns for quality locations and developments.

If you are really wondering what the benefits are to investing in Bulgarian Property; it is definitely the cost. The cons of course is that nothing in property investment is completely fail safe and therefore you need a regent in Bulgaria to act on your behalf and help you find a piece of property that will do exactly what you need it to.

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Bulgaria property prices have increased by 5.9 pct on average, according to the National Statistic Institute. The calculations and statistics are done

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Bulgaria property prices have increased by 5.9 pct on average, according to the National Statistic Institute. The calculations and statistics are done for the period April – June 2008 (Q2 2008).

The data corresponds to apartments in the cities, where newly built and off plan properties are not taken into account. Calculating it in value the increase is 76 BGN (approximately 40 EUR) per square meter compared to January – March 2008 (Q1 2008). At the moment the average price is now 1,376 BGN per square meter (approximately 705 EUR per square meter).

The most expensive apartments are Sofia, where on average the price is 2,312.50 BGN per square meter. The increase in Sofia is higher than the average for the rest of the country, 6.9 pct. In second place is Varna, where the price is 2,137.33 BGN per square meter on average. There the increase for the second quarter of 2008 is only by 1.8 pct.

Ruse comes third with 1,749 BGN per square meter, then Burgas 1,698 BGN per square meters, Stara Zagora 1,500 BGN per square meter and Plovdiv 1,491 BGN per square meter.

The cheapest place in Bulgaria is Silistra, where you can buy property for 715 BGN per square meter.

The highest increase of prices compared to the first quarter of 2008 is seen in Kustendil, approximately 15 pct, where the cost of property reached on average 780 BGN per square meter. A high increase is also seen in Plovdiv 13 pct, Veliko Tarnovo, Smolyan and Shumen 12 pct, Pleven 10 pct. There is only one area Bulgaria where prices have decreased, this is Targovishte 3 pct, where you can buy property for an average of 910 BGN per square meter.

Source http://guidebulgaria.com/bulgaria/bulgaria-property-index/bulgaria-property-market-q2-2008

Investment in Bulgaria

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If you’ve had any interest in Bulgaria Property, the time to buy is now. Since it’s acceptance in the EU in January 01, 2007, it’s become one of the best investments you can make in Europe. Prices are still lower than many other European countries, but they’re slowly on the rise making it a great place to buy before it reaches the high prices of other European destinations. Everyone knows the time to buy property is when the economy is rising, and Bulgaria has seen an accelerated economic development. The investment potential is something to think about for the future, as it’s only going to get better, so the time to buy is now.

Source http://www.ccartstudio.com/home/investment-in-bulgaria/

New Property Development In Bulgaria Announced.

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Hercesca International, the Spanish property developer has announced plans for a new £500 million property development in Bulgaria, situated between the cities of Sofia and Pernik.

The development, which will include over 2,000 apartments is a clear indication of Hercesca Internationals confidence in the Bulgarian Property Market, especially relevant at a time when many reports are suggesting the market maybe showing early signs of over-supply. The first phase of the new development is due for completion in 2012, with the whole project due for completion in 2016.

The new development also includes plans for a new railway station, which will allow residents a short commute into the nearby cities of Sofia and Pernik with trains every 15 minutes.

http://www.property-abroad-blog.com/2008/09/new-property-development-in-bulgaria.html

Bulgarian housing prices again up more than 30 per cent

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Bulgarian home prices gained more than 30 per cent yearonyear in the second quarter of 2008, placing the country atop the global index of UKbased property consultancy Knight Frank, released on September 2

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Aggressive investors looks for Bulgarian Properties - TopInvest.bg

2008-07-25T02:09:00.004-07:00

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Many people are not aware that there are three different kinds of investments. These are stocks, bonds and cash. As simple as it may sound, it is not so as each investment has many other sub-investments under its realm.
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The stock market with all its pitfalls can be scary place for those investors who do not know too much about how a stock market functions. This should not scare you as the Internet is a good resource for information and based on the type of investor you are, you can get information. Investors are primarily of three types -- conservative, moderate and aggressive. Based on the kind of investor you are, you can invest either in high risk investments or low risk investments.

People who are conservative prefer to invest in cash form of investments. This means that they are the investors who will have interest bearing savings accounts, or they will invest their money into mutual funds, CDs or Treasury bills. These sorts of investments are safe and carry a low risk.

Moderate investors take chances with cash and bonds. Some might also try their luck in the stock market but they will usually opt for investments that have either low risk or moderate risk. It has been seen that many moderate investors prefer to invest in real estate that has low risk attached to it.

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Aggressive investors will usually opt for high risk stock market. They will invest their money in business ventures and high risk real estate. A good example of high risk real estate would be investing your money in an old apartment building; renovating the property with the expectation that you will be able to rent out the apartments for more than what they are currently worth.

It is imperative that you learn the different types of investments before you start investment. You should also know what to expect from an investment and the risks involved.
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Bulgarian Property Investment - Focus TopInvest.bg

2008-07-25T02:09:00.003-07:00

by sas_stoyan07

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To put it simply, 2007 could well be the year when Bulgaria stops emerging as a nation and it finally arrives as a top destination with strong real estate investment opportunity supported by a local society growing in affluence and backed up by a strong tourism market and fledgling international expatriate and retiree demand.

Prior to the very recent announcement that Bulgaria really would join the European Union in 2007, those who bought property in Bulgaria were seen as speculators banking on the nation being accepted as a fully paid up member. These investors naturally took a great deal of profit from the market when the announcement came through. Subsequently there have been many media reports that there is no more room for profits to be made - but that is an incredibly short sighted view to take! Sure, the speculators have been there, done that and derived double digit returns on investment each year to date - but going forward there are many fundamental factors underpinning the ongoing profitability of property in Bulgaria.

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For example, with EU entry comes massive investment and the ability for companies and commercial operations from across Europe to set up operations in Bulgaria or to begin trading more intensely with Bulgaria. One of the main property market sectors set to expand significantly as a result is the retail sector - a company like Technopolis Bulgaria is perfect to demonstrate the direction many retailers are planning on taking in 2007. Technopolis Bulgaria is a company part German and part Bulgarian owned that is already dominant in its consumer electronics market sector and which already owns 11 mega stores across the country but which, in 2007, has plans to begin building hypermarkets. Not only this, they have further plans to expand across Bulgaria's borders and they are just one in an incredibly long line of retailers with plans in place to construct logistics and warehousing in Sofia as well in 2007.

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Retailers' demand for land is going to go head to head with residential developers' demand for land in the main commercial centers and resorts and this will force land prices up which will inflate the prices of properties for sale...buyers need to get in ahead of this price push and 2007 is the year when they need to move quickly.

There are further factors that will inflate house prices in Bulgaria from 2007 onwards - with EU entry comes a requirement to adhere to EU rules and regulations and these rules and regulations don't come cheap! Constructors will need to upgrade materials used and also safety standards in place. Furthermore Bulgarian labour can now begin demanding equal rates of pay with their EU counterparts and on top of this, commodities such as electricity are set to increase in 2007. The National Construction Federation has estimated that in 2007 alone 5% will be added to the price of construction because of all of these factors.

This will affect those who come to the market late and anyone hoping to tap into a society growing in affluence and demanding more and better accommodation as well as a tourism market that is rapidly expanding need to move quickly in Bulgaria if they want to profit fully. It is estimated by many experts in the Bulgarian property market that there is a window of maximum opportunity currently that will last until 2010 after which point the Bulgarian property market will have met demand with supply, property prices will meet affordability and short term strong gains will be far less achievable.

Finally, changes to the Bulgarian constitution to allow straightforward foreign ownership of real estate have been made but not yet enacted and while this remains the case there will exist in many people's minds additional risk or unsatisfactory levels of administrative hassle associated with buying property in Bulgaria which one has to do via a limited company structure. This will keep prices competitive until the constitutional changes become law which is estimated to happen somewhere between 2010 and 2014. This means that those who commit now can buy in ahead of a potential boom in property transactions which will most likely occur when it becomes simple to buy and own land and property in Bulgaria.
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2008-07-25T02:09:00.001-07:00

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2008-07-25T02:08:00.001-07:00

by sas_stoyan07

Quest Bulgaria takes a look at the reality of re-sales of property in Bulgaria and how much your property might be worth.
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Knight Frank, one of the UK's most respected residential and commercial property consultancies, recently published a report stating that high increases in residential property prices placed Bulgaria in second place in a world table highlighting property price increases during the second quarter of 2007. The report stated prices increased by 27.1%, so does this mean my house is now worth around Ј44,000 more than it was when I put it on the market at the start of the year? Should I be increasing the price in line with market trends?

A report by another reputable company, real estate consultants, Colliers, reported similar trends in Bulgarian property but focussed more on the fact that it was the number of buildings constructed. The mountain resorts showed 50% increases and the Black Sea coast 39%. How easy it is to read this statement in relation to prices increasing rather than that of the rate of build and to neglect the part of Colliers report, which states that overall sales prices have "remained unchanged for the past half year as supply continues to outpace demand."

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The reality of the situation is that most reports measure Bulgaria's property market success in terms of price increases or build rates and neglect the fact that in Bulgaria, the real estate market is unregulated and the seller puts the price tag on their property. The valuation process goes something like this, "Ivan across the road has advertised his house for sale at 20,000 euro, so my house must be worth 30,000 euro because it is bigger."

Another form of valuation has resulted from towns and in particular villages adopting unofficial rates. All it takes is a professional developer to move into the area and the price they charge for their properties, usually a cost per square metre, becomes the official standard.

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The village of Rogachevo on the Northern Black Sea coast is a prime example. Bulgarian Land Development Plc, a newly incorporated company now listed on the AIM stock market, has started the construction of a six million euro apartment and villa complex just outside of the village. The price of the property in the development ranges from between 750 to 1,200 euro per sq.m. The conclusion amongst people wishing to resell properties in the village is, "my property is now worth at least 750 euros a square metre." The fact that property up for resale may not have the same scenic outlook, modern facilities or luxurious design is irrelevant to the sellers. Bulgarian sellers have little experience of the property market because until a few years ago there was little demand. Consequently, they are unused to working to the laws of supply and demand. Many British sellers, who hail from a mature property market are lost without the skills of a valuer and stamp a price on their resale based on the following equation:

original cost + renovation costs + local market rates +desired profit =resale price

Yet, as everyone who emigrated here on the lure of cheap property and a fast buck now knows, the resale market is slow and underdeveloped. Apartment blocks are shooting up at a rapid pace giving new buyers lots of choice in both price and design. Renovated houses are two a penny and who wants to buy a renovated traditional build in the middle of nowhere, when they have so many well-designed new builds to choose? At the moment, it is safe to say, that in Bulgaria, supply far exceeds demand in terms of land and property.

The picture is not one of doom and gloom, but of caution rather than crash. The market is far from a crash, if it was, you would not see UK currency speculator Joe Lewis, investing 70 million pounds in the Bulgarian property market. And he is not alone, Israeli construction and investment company BSR Europe recently bought around 80,000 sq.m of land in Bulgaria for 37 million euro. Gardens Group is investing 400 million euro in a 600,000 sq.m development Lozen, a village close to Sofia.

A source from Raiffeisen real estates said that most sales over the last 2 years are from re-sale clients. Most of theses people bought land or property, sat on it for at least three years and are now re-selling for profits between 20 and 50%. This is easy to achieve when looking at properties at the low end of the market; recently Raiffeisen sold a property, which the client bought for 10,000 euro and sold for 15,000, but the demand for rural renovation projects has declined. Land re-sales are lucrative if the location is good. Apparently, there is good demand for regulated land, close to the coast. Again, patience is the key. Raiffeisen have dealt with re-sellers who bought land in 2004 at 10 euro per sq.m and sold it in October 2007 for 25 euro per sq.m.

British buyers have a "rising property" mentality. They expect property to increase dramatically in value as it has done over the last seven years in the UK. In this sense, they are not in tune with the rest of Europe; most of mainland Europe look at their property as their home, whereas the British view their property as a way to make money. Their foray into the Bulgarian property market has left many disappointed, because lead on by media hype, they expected the market to earn them vast profits in a short space of time as had happened in the UK. The lack of regulation in the Bulgarian real estate market has meant that the seller is in charge of valuing their own property and often they choose an inflated sales figure rather than checking actual market rates for re-sales.

Property prices have increased in the last two years. Belinda Knowles (42), a trainee solicitor from Dulwich, bought her one-bedroom apartment in Golden Sands resort off-plan for 40,000 euro. It took two years to complete the project and she has just spent her first summer enjoying the fruits of her investment. A one bed roomed apartment in her block now costs 60,000 euro - a staggering growth of 50% - if she could sell her own. "I think the market is inflated by unscrupulous real estate agents. I'm certain that if I put my apartment up for sale at this price I would be left disappointed for two reasons. Why would someone buy my apartment when they can by a brand new one for the same price and if the demand is so great, why haven't all of the apartments been sold?" Fortunately, Belinda bought her apartment as a long-term investment. "I have two teenage children and package holidays abroad were becoming ridiculously expensive. The children are also getting to the age where they would prefer to come on holiday with their friends rather than with me. I wanted to save money in the long-term by having a place abroad that the whole family could use via the low cost airline network and I wanted to be sure that it would be a safe place for my children to stay alone with their friends. Golden Sands is ideal. We get cheap flights with Wizz and British Airways from Gatwick which means we can come over more regularly and the nightclubs here are not filled with drug-taking louts, so I have no qualms about letting my kids go out." She also knows that by the time they have out-grown Bulgaria, the apartment will yield a good return on her investment. "In ten years time, when my children have their own lives and means of support, they may not want to spend their leisure time here. I'm sure that with the rate of investment going into the country at the moment, my apartment will sell at a higher rate than I paid for it and I will have saved money in the long run by not having to fork out for package holiday fees."

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Developers stay optimistic about real estate prices in bulgaria

2008-07-25T02:06:00.000-07:00

by Ivan Ivanov

Somewhat out of touch with global financial issues and foreign buyersвЂ™ chill, developers are still the active side on the first and second home markets. Some of them reckon that the strong market development will follow in the next 2-3 years, especially in the urban residential segment. вЂњSupply in Sofia has grown by 40% compared to last year. While in 2003 we had only 2 000 apartments on the market and 5 000 in 2007, this year we expect this number to grow to 8000 units,вЂќ said Rosen Plevneliev, General Manager of Lindner Immobilien Management. The General Manager of Winslow Developments, Ivan Mekushin, agrees that the country has still a way to go before the residential market peaks. Besides problematic infrastructure, land price is also and issue that comes to the fore. All this makes projects more expensive some business plans inefficient. According to Liron Or, of Engel East Europe, a residential development company in Eastern Europe, the problem with high land values root into the fact that prices are formed on the basis of buildable square surface. Vendors boost prices to their maximum levels, which do not quite correspond to whether the market needs that much space. Restricted lending will probably reduce the number of projects of poor quality and riskier developments as there will be a wide scope of projects to select from. вЂњThe combination of more proper investors and more cautious financial institutions will bring prices back to normal levels,вЂќ Mr.Plevneliev said. Although foreign investors are active in the domestic residential market, they mostly influence the holiday homes one. After Some very successful years of investing in Bulgaria, UK buyers seem to show less interest since the beginning of 2007. A slow вЂ" down and oversupply are also observed. Russian buyers, however, are a flicker of hope for the recovery of the segment. The Executive Director of Bulgarian Land Development, Dimitar Savov, said Romanians and some Central European buyers also started to take interest in the holiday home market. Bulgarian investors, however, are still very few.

High land prices and poor infrastructure are some of the major problems on Bulgarian residential market, Mr. Liron or (Engel), Mr. Rosen Plevneliev (Lindner Immobilien Management), Mr. Ivan Mekushin (Windslow) and Pablo Losada (Martinsa вЂ" Fadesa) agreed.

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Sofia Property - A Sound Investment by Tom Brailsford

2008-06-17T23:11:00.001-07:00

There are many reasons to invest in Bulgarian property; where else in Europe, but Bulgaria, can you buy an apartment on the beach front or within a stones throw of the ski lift for 50000 pounds? The climate is great, the people are friendly and the price is right, but is there more to real estate investment than getting your share of the tourist euros?

Bulgaria has seen a massive influx of overseas investment in recent years, the majority into the Black Sea Coast and a fair chunk also into the ski resorts. The foreign financial tsunami has been to such an extent that there are reports that suggest during the last year, one out of three properties sold in Bulgaria were purchased by foreigners. This may be exaggerated, but gives an idea of the flood of speculators.

Black sea properties and ski resort properties are fashionable and just like fashions may come and go. A wave of investment in another area can leave your pension purchase or guaranteed windfall looking a little flat all of a sudden. A capital city however is a different phenomenon. As the commercial centre of a country, money gravitates towards it; jobs, government, industry are always going to attract money.

As mentioned before, a tourist resort may come and go. Bansko is top of the pile now but a bit of cash, a couple of ski lifts and some three or four good ski runs later and all of a sudden Borovets is top dog. There is and only ever will be one capital. Real estate markets of course do apply to capital cities too and so does the boom and bust phenomenon. The difference is that a capital city is generally a real representative of the true marketplace. Tourist investment property markets are created by speculators and bargain hunters, capital city markets are made by businesses, investors and financial markets which are a little steadier to say the least.

Also, although if the above reports are right and 1 out of 3 investors are foreign, that still leaves 2 out of 3 as Bulgarian. These are the people investing the money, not only into tourism, but into homes in areas where they will live. As Sofia is home to 25% of the population of Bulgaria, this means that there is going to be continued growth in the capital. As the economy continues to boom and foreign investment continues to roll in, this so called centre of commerce is only going to attract more people wanting to take their slice of the pie whilst snapping up a property to live in while they do it and so the ball keeps rolling. It is fair to say that buying in a resort is investing with your heart; buying in the capital is investing with your head. From a pounds and pennies point of view, capital cities guarantee steady market growth. It might not be as sexy, but it is secure. You can drive to Bansko, Borovets or even the Greek coast and you can enjoy the skiing no matter which resort is flavour of the month with the best facilities or cheapest property prices. Both are good investments if you are shrewd, but it is a case of how much risk does the buyer want to be exposed to? Do you want a quick hit or steady growth? You decide it is your investment.

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Bulgarian Property Sale

2008-06-17T23:10:00.002-07:00

by K Damian Qualter

Bulgarian property is in the real estate and investment news more and more in the last few months and years. The reason for this is that Bulgarian property is rising in value due to a huge property boom that seems set to last. Bulgarian property has all of the right things going for it including economic factors, cultural factors, and more. The backing of the government in an attempt to boost the economy also helps more people to stand up and pay attention to Bulgarian property.

. Bulgaria property is simply a good investment for anyone because the property values are high and are increasing all the time. Those that are simply looking for a beautiful property to buy will find that Bulgaria property offers a lot in the way of beauty. While Bulgaria property is great for people who are simply looking for a new home it is also a wonderful investment for those who are looking to invest in real estate that will bring them good returns.

Bulgaria property is actually quite simple to buy no matter where you are looking. Bulgaria property is as simple to buy as U.S. property is to buy and property anywhere else. Most Bulgaria property is bought through a bank or a lender and generally there are not limitations imposed on those that are not residents. The idea is to have as much Bulgaria property owned and taken care of instead of only allowing residents to buy the property and have a lot of run down or vacant homes. No matter where you are from you can invest in the beautiful Bulgaria property that you would like to buy.

Many people look into buying Bulgaria property that is in the Sofia area as well as the Bansko, and Sozopol areas. While these are the more common areas of Bulgaria property that people who are not citizens may look at it should be understood that there are a lot of other beautiful places that will offer some of the best Bulgaria property you will find. It's all about what sort of Bulgaria property you are looking for. If you are searching for commercial Bulgaria property you are best off searching for that Bulgaria property within cities and towns that are well known. If you are not looking for commercial Bulgaria property but are instead looking for residential Bulgaria property you might want to look in more rural areas that will allow you to enjoy some privacy and the natural beauty of untouched Bulgaria property.

If you are not sure what sort of Bulgaria property is best for you, you might want to get with a Bulgaria property agent. A Bulgaria property agent can help you learn about the benefits of every area of Bulgaria property to determine what is best for you. A Bulgaria property agent has relevant experience to aid you in your search for your own Bulgaria property purchase and they can also help you through the purchase process, even if you are buying Bulgaria property from overseas. Whether you work with a Bulgaria property agent or not you can find a lot of breath taking property that can become your very own Bulgaria property.

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Bulgarian Market Property

2008-06-17T23:10:00.001-07:00

by K Damian Qualter

Bulgarian market property has long been real estate of interest because there is such diverse Bulgarian market property available wherever you turn. Bulgarian market property has been available and of interest to many people for more than 13 centuries, meaning many of the houses are historic in nature and much of the Bulgarian market property has historic connections even if there is not currently anything built upon it. Bulgarian market property is simply a good investment for anyone because the property values are high and are increasing all the time.

Individuals that are simply looking for a beautiful property to buy will find that Bulgarian market property offers a lot in the way of beauty. While Bulgarian market property is great for people who are simply looking for a new home it is also a wonderful investment for those who are looking to invest in real estate that will bring them good returns.

Bulgarian market property is actually quite simple to buy no matter where you are looking. Bulgarian market property is as simple to buy as U.S. property is to buy and property anywhere else. Most Bulgarian market property is bought through a bank or a lender and generally there are not limitations imposed on those that are not residents. The idea is to have as much Bulgarian market property owned and taken care of instead of only allowing residents to buy the property and have a lot of run down or vacant homes. No matter where you are from you can invest in the beautiful Bulgarian market property that you would like to buy.

Many people look into buying Bulgarian market property that is in the Sofia area as well as the Bansko, and Sozopol areas. While these are the more common areas of Bulgarian market property that people who are not citizens may look at it should be understood that there are a lot of other beautiful places that will offer some of the best Bulgarian market property you will find. It's all about what sort of Bulgarian market property you are looking for. If you are searching for commercial Bulgarian market property you are best off searching for that Bulgarian market property within cities and towns that are well known. If you are not looking for commercial Bulgarian market property but are instead looking for residential Bulgarian market property you might want to look in more rural areas that will allow you to enjoy some privacy and the natural beauty of untouched Bulgarian market property.

If you are not sure what sort of Bulgarian market property is best for you, you might want to get with a Bulgarian market property agent. A Bulgarian market property agent can help you learn about the benefits of every area of Bulgarian market property to determine what is best for you. A Bulgarian market property agent has relevant experience to aid you in your search for your own Bulgarian market property purchase and they can also help you through the purchase process, even if you are buying Bulgarian market property from overseas. Whether you work with a Bulgarian market property agent or not you can find a lot of breath taking property that can become your very own Bulgarian market property.

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Bulgarian Property Directory

2008-06-17T23:09:00.001-07:00

by K Damian Qualter

Bulgarian property directory tools are not all that difficult to find, in fact there are plenty of them right on the Internet. Many people the world over are using one Bulgarian property directory or another to help them find the perfect investment property for them. Others are using Bulgarian property directory services to find the perfect vacation home for them. A Bulgarian property directory can help anyone who is looking for a property of any type find exactly what they are looking for in a very efficient way.

Bulgarian property directory listings can really help you find what you are looking for as they often have information that is not available to the general public. Bulgarian property directory listings will allow your agent to ask you some simple questions to get an idea of what you want and then they can check out the Bulgarian property directory listings to give you an idea of what is out there. Often times you can access Bulgarian property directory listings yourself which will allow you to view everything that is on the market. When you view Bulgarian property directory listings you can sift through all of the properties on your own and when you find that one property you can move on it quickly.

Searching Bulgarian property directory listings have helped many individuals as well as investors find their dream property in less time than it would have taken if they would have visited homes one by one. Bulgarian property directory listings simply streamline the property selection process. If you are able to look at an online Bulgarian property directory listing or database you can save time by passing by the properties that you just know will not work for you. You can page through the Bulgarian property directory listings either on your own or with the help of your agent usually in less than a day. You can spend weeks viewing homes without an Bulgarian property directory database or you can spend just a couple of days with a good Bulgarian property directory listing. There is simply no way to match how quickly you can shop for a property with the help of a Bulgarian property directory.

Many times when you use an Bulgarian property directory listing you can input your specifications so that all of your results will match your need. An Bulgarian property directory listing such as this basically limits the number of properties that you have to look at, allowing you to find a property even faster than you would otherwise. If you are currently working with a real estate agent and you have not had access to an Bulgarian property directory database yet, you might want to ask your agent if they have an Bulgarian property directory database that you can view. Many agents will not give away the information but will allow you to take a look at their Bulgarian property directory service in their office. Wherever you are able to find a Bulgarian property directory you should take advantage as it really is the most efficient way to find any property in Bulgaria.

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Bulgarian Investment Off Plan

2008-06-17T23:08:00.000-07:00

by Karl Qualter

A Bulgarian Investment off plan opportunity can help you get the properties that you are interested in right now instead of waiting. Even if you do not have all of the capital you need to buy or build a property in Bulgaria a Bulgarian investment off plan will help you do exactly what you want to do when you want to do it. As one of the fastest growing places in the world and one of the best places to invest Bulgaria is a great country to invest in right now and a Bulgarian investment off plan can help you invest straight away.

A Bulgarian investment off plan can help you invest in the property you want because if you find a property that you would like to buy you can put just a small deposit down that is just a fraction of the sales price. When you partake in a Bulgarian investment off plan and you put down your deposit it lets the builder or contractor know that you will be paying in full for the property. You will not have to pay the whole amount up front with a Bulgaria investment off plan, instead you will have until the property is completed and then you will need to either pay in full or have a lender ready to give you a mortgage on the property. When you are an investor a Bulgarian investment off plan can help you move in on the high profile and popular properties without hesitation because you know that with a Bulgarian investment off plan that you will be able to finance the purchase without a problem.

If you are a builder, developer, or contractor you might find that it is worth it to learn about Bulgarian investment off plan opportunities. Many people out there are just like you and need capital to finance their projects. With Bulgarian investment off plan options you will find that you can get most if not all of the money that you need to complete the project and you won't have to go to the bank. A Bulgarian investment off plan will allow you as a builder, developer, or contractor to basically finance your own project instead of paying the fees and the interest that is associated with construction loans and the like.

As you can see, a Bulgarian investment off plan can help the people that want to buy properties as well as the people that want to build and develop properties. Bulgarian investment off plan opportunities can be found all over the country including properties in Sofia, Bankso, the Black Sea coast, and more. If you think that a Bulgarian investment off plan would be right for you, you might want to research the benefits as well as the drawbacks of a Bulgarian investment off plan and see if it's truly the right fit for you. Many people have found that a Bulgarian investment off plan is the best way to take that big leap into Bulgarian real estate investment. Perhaps you could invest in your first piece of Bulgarian property with the help of a Bulgarian investment off plan.

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Bulgarian Cheap Property

2008-06-17T23:07:00.002-07:00

by Karl Qualter

Bulgarian cheap property has always been available in the past and is now being purchased by investors from all over the world as they hear about the steady real estate boom that has been ongoing for some time. While Bulgarian cheap property has to offer investors has always been there, chances are all of that Bulgarian cheap property is known for won't be there in the future. Many investors have already come in and purchased a lot of this Bulgarian cheap property has always had available with hopes that property value will increase, which analysts predict they will increase. So, if you are interested in Bulgarian cheap property has available now you should buy now to be sure that you can purchase the property at all. Chances are that this so called Bulgarian cheap property that is now will not be available in a year. If what is now Bulgarian cheap property now is available in a year chances are it will have doubled in price based on current economic trends.

The great thing is that you can buy Bulgarian cheap property that is geared toward tourists if you would like, so you are almost guaranteed to be a success with your investment. This Bulgarian cheap property available is everywhere, meaning you can buy property with existing structures or you can buy Bulgarian cheap property that is able to be developed by you or others.

When you buy Bulgarian cheap property of the residential variety you will be able to rent out the properties to tourists and easily make back the money that you have invested. If you buy Bulgarian cheap property that is of the commercial variety you can either choose to put your own business in the space or you can rent out what is Bulgarian cheap property to other people. If you choose to buy Bulgarian cheap property residents haven't already built on, you can build whatever it is that you like and either choose to use it yourself or rent it out.

Vacation rentals and commercial space for rent are a great use of Bulgarian cheap property that is still available. The reason that this is a good use of Bulgarian cheap property is that you can cater not only to the tourists, but you can also cater to the local business men and women that need space to start up their own businesses. When you own rental property and you bought Bulgarian cheap property you can make back your investment quite easily. When you are no longer interested in owning what was once Bulgarian cheap property you can sell the property for surprising amounts of money as property values increase time and time again. The idea is that you can buy Bulgarian cheap property and turn it into something really significant in the way of value in the future. If you want to invest in something that is very lucrative now and in the future, than you may want to look into buying a Bulgarian cheap property.

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Agent Bulgarian Property

2008-06-17T23:07:00.001-07:00

by Karl Qualter

When you work with an agent Bulgarian property can be found more easily. The reason working with an agent Bulgarian property works better is that an agent simply knows the market better than you could, even if you live in Bulgaria. Agent Bulgarian property listings can really help you find what you are looking for as they often have information that is not available to the general public. Agent Bulgarian property listings will allow your agent to ask you some simple questions to get an idea of what you want and then they can check out the agent Bulgarian property listings to give you an idea of what is out there. Often times you can access agent Bulgarian property listings yourself which will allow you to view everything that is on the market. When you view agent Bulgarian property listings you can sift through all of the properties on your own and when you find that one property you can move on it quickly.

Searching agent Bulgarian property listings has helped many individuals as well as investors find their dream property in less time than it would have taken if they would have visited homes one by one. Agent Bulgarian property listings simply streamline the property selection process. If you are able to look at an online agent Bulgarian property listing or database you can save time by passing by the properties that you just know will not work for you. You can page through the agent Bulgarian property listings either on your own or with the help of your agent usually in less than a day. You can spend weeks viewing homes without an agent Bulgarian property database or you can spend just a couple of days with a good agent Bulgarian property listing. Hands down using an agent Bulgarian property listing can help you find a property in very little time, which is important in the fast moving market of Bulgaria.

Many times when you use an agent Bulgarian property listing you can input your specifications so that all of your results will match your need. An agent Bulgarian property listing such as this basically limits the number of properties that you have to look at, allowing you to find a property even faster than you would otherwise. If you are currently working with a real estate agent and you have not had access to an agent Bulgarian property database yet, you might want to ask your agent if they have an agent Bulgarian property database that you can view. Many agents will not give away the information but will allow you to take a look at their agent Bulgarian property service in their office. It really doesn't matter where you view the agent Bulgarian property service as long as you get to utilize this very handy tool! If your agent is not receptive to the idea of sharing their agent Bulgarian property listing with you, you might ask them to input your specifications for you and print all of the results so that you can purchase a home more quickly even though you do not have a direct access to the agent Bulgarian property.

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Bulgaria, US Neck-to-Neck in Race for UK Property Buyers

2008-06-17T23:06:00.000-07:00

by Michael Johns

Bulgaria is the third most popular country for UK property buyers, with 7.7% of the market, just edging the US into 4th place on 7.5%, the Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) has revealed. AIPP described the position of the Eastern European country as "phenomenal", the only market that has grown to such prominence so quickly.

"Seeing it sandwiched with Spain and France above and the US below highlights the level the Bulgarian market has reached," AIPP explained.

Paul Owen, AIPP's chief executive said: "It's gone from emerging to almost-established in three years, which is just unbelievable".

"It had a free run of being 'the' emerging market for three years, but it's now got competition from many others coming in Poland, Latvia, and Montenegro and there are a lot of emerging nations with comparable property prices which are relatively unheard of."

He also added that the extent of Bulgaria's success would be revealed in the resale of homes in a few years' time.

"There's a lot of properties being built, there's no doubt that prices have gone up in the last few years properties will be sold a second time around, the second wave of buyers will come in," he added.

AIPP's 2006 Report shows that Spain and France are still the top two markets for Britons buying abroad. Nearly 1/3rd (31.6%) of overseas properties bought by British buyers in 2006 are in Spain. In second place was the other perennial favourite France with a little under 1/5th (18.9%) buying just across the Channel.

Italy ranked fifth with 2.8% of the market.

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Hot spots in Bulgaria by Kevan Kite

2008-06-17T23:05:00.000-07:00

Plenty of investment opportunities are appearing in Byala and Obzor on the beautiful Black Sea coast in Bulgaria.

This under developed area is attracting a lot of interest due to the wonderful sea views and comparatively flat development land which runs parallel to the coast line. The local councils are working hard to put Byala and Obzor firmly on the map. Both Byala and Obzor are relatively small towns. Byala in particular has only 2500 residents and is still a traditional Bulgarian coastal town.

Plans to link the old marina to a new marina across the Obzor bay have been considered and works are due to start soon, the old marina is also due to be renovated and amusement park developed. Plans for a golf course in the area also will attract tourists to the area making it a potential holiday destination for the future. These new developments can only increase the value of the many plots for individual chalet builds around the area. Most with panoramic views of the bay and open sea. On the outskirts of Byala there are a number of different sized plots all with a sea view, some first in line to the cliff face. Various sized plots and various prices. Again all these plots are charted by the local government and are regulated.

If you are looking for an area in the coast away from the already crowded resorts in and around Varna or Bourgas, Byala could be the perfect choice to build your property in Bulgaria. Likewise if you are in a position to invest in a larger plot Byala again could be the perfect choice with a variety of prices to suit everybody.

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Bulgaria Investment - Property Profits

2008-06-17T23:04:00.000-07:00

by K Damian Qualter BA MBA
Bulgarian Property Investment Stay on Top?

Many politicians and government officials, as well as, other individuals, believe that Bulgaria's accession to the EU and NATO will drive real estate prices up practically overnight. Let me tell you that this will not happen that fast, but it will happen over a longer period of time. The accession to the EU and NATO has both positively affected the development of the Bulgarian real estate market, which gave us a sense of security to Bulgarians and foreign investors alike.

The Bulgarian property investment market has dealt with serious changes in the beginning of the year. The residential property market in the larger cities was dealt with in US dollars. The decline of the dollar against the euro has forced most of the sellers to convert the dollar price values into euro. What's happening here is that they did that at an exchange rate that was a great deal different from the market which is what drove sales prices up at least 10 per cent.

Although prices have been driven up, this is a really positive thing for the market in the long term. The Bulgarian lev is pegged to the euro, and the average salary there is denominated in leva or in euro, and so it just makes sense to have property investment prices to also be denominated in these two currencies. The commercial real estate market has already experienced that a year ahead, except the reasoning behind it is different.

All of these positive economic and political signals combines in the Bulgarian economy have been the driving force behind both the Bulgarians and foreign nationals in purchasing residential properties with an investment purpose in mind. They can do this because of the excellent potential that the rental market still offers provides to its buyers.

These properties are usually leased to foreign managers of multinational companies or foreign diplomats at high rental levels. Then, in few years and after very large capital gains are expected from the sale of the property. This makes a great deal of sense and it is expected to happen, if the Bulgarian economy continues to grow at the rate that it is going at now.

The government has taken a small but significant step in helping to get the properties market moving in that the process of acquiring all necessary permissions for a new construction has been shortened a great deal. The market is still waiting for the long expected change to the constitution, that will allow foreign nationals to get land in Bulgaria.

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Bulgarian property sees second highest rate of world growth

2008-06-17T23:03:00.000-07:00

by Anthony Cain

The Bulgarian property market experienced the second highest rate of price growth of all the major international real estate sectors in the third quarter of 2006, with increases of 19 per cent taking place, it has been revealed.

According to the Knight Frank global house price index, Latvia experienced the most substantial growth at 39.2 per cent, with Denmark in third place at 17.8 per cent.

The research group explained that the Bulgarian property market has seen a combination of domestic and international demand, which has supported price growth.

It has also experienced a similar process of wage inflation, growing prosperity and easier access to mortgage finance that has taken place in Latvia.

The overall appetite for second homes, whether they are for investment purposes or personal use, "continues unabated" according to Knight Frank, as low-cost air travel continues to be freely available and supply of residential property continues to grow.

The picture painted by the index was not an entirely positive one for the international real estate market, as some sectors experienced reductions in price inflation. Growth in Japan, Hong Kong and Germany, for instance, slowed by 2.2 per cent, 2.6 per cent and three per cent respectively.

Despite this, Knight Frank is "upbeat" about prospects for 2007, with no major shocks visible in the international property market at the current time.

Anthony writes for http://www.BulgarianVenture.com , a Bulgarian property portal with both news and properties for sale.

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Bulgarian Property for Sale- Are You Ready For Investment?

2008-05-05T01:24:00.003-07:00

Author : Manjeet Singh

In addition to seeking out a Bulgarian property for sale for personal or family use, there are a number of people who are interested in finding a Bulgaria house for sale for investment purposes. In other words, these people want to purchase a Bulgarian property for sale, hold on to the property for a moderate amount of time (perhaps leasing it out during the period of ownership) and then they desire to sell the residence for a profit.

In point of fact, some people are able to make good money through the process of making the purchase of a Bulgarian property and then reselling the property after the passage of a reasonable period of time.

The overall Bulgarian real estate market has become increasingly attractive for investors in all sectors -- industrial, commercial and residential. Indeed, when it comes to a Bulgarian property for sale, housing prices on average in the country are rising at a rate of about twenty to twenty-five percent per year. Therefore, if a person were to make the purchase of a Bulgarian property with the intention of holding for ultimate resell, he or she likely will make tidy profit in a short amount of time.

In the immediate future, the Bulgarian real estate market is expected to remain hot and vital. This includes the sector of the market that includes the proverbial "Bulgaria property for sale." Residential property is expected to increase in value at the present rate through at least the end of the decade according to most financial analysts involved in Bulgarian economy.

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Bulgaria - The Best Property Investment In The EU

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Investing in real estate is regarded as probably the safest and most consistent way to increase your capital. Worldwide property investment is no longer the preserve of the super rich or readily connected but with the event of the internet and a simplified banking system, is open to all of us.

Massive fortunes are built and grown through property investment and the sheer size of the global market offers the chance to build a property portfolio with even if you have the smallest budget.

Emerging markets and the ready availability of cheap investments, can be you’re your pension plan and a source of regular income. The key is identifying the fastest appreciating areas with affordable property that will offer consistent growth and huge capital returns.

Currently, in the European market, Bulgaria is the current hotspot with an average growth rate of 30% with the cheapest property prices in the EU. There are several other countries in the EU, which attract foreign investment for a variety of reasons. None, however, can rival the sheer number of factors, which makes Bulgaria an irresistible, safe and compelling location for your investment capital:

The cheapest cost of living in the EU– 50p for a beer and less than £5 for a three course dinner are prime examples of why more and more holidaymakers and repeat visitors are flocking to the country
The cheapest real estate in Europe– you can buy a detached house in the country with land for less than £10,000!
Outstanding natural beauty– where else can you find 220km of sandy beaches, 1700 hours of sunshine a year and the longest ski season in Europe?
Ease of Access– Bulgaria is approximately three hours from the UK by plane with all the low cost airlines now scheduled to fly there
Increasing exposure– All the major tour operators now offer packages to Bulgaria at roughly 30-40% the cost of the Spanish or Portuguese equivalent
Rapidly growing marketplace– Visitor numbers and potential buyers are growing at over 20% per annum
Sustained economic growth– Bulgaria is experiencing one of the best GDP growth rates in Europe at 4.7% per annum
Stable currency– the Bulgarian Lev is pegged to the Euro
Stable political and religious communities– Bulgaria is a full member of NATO has no history of civil upheaval and no questions over land ownership
Booming house prices– 30% growth rates are the norm, your money would have appreciated by over 50% in key areas in the last year
Full membership of the EU– Bulgaria will become a full member of the EU in 2007. This international acceptance will promote massive government investment and expansion, accelerate the growth of the country and ensure the highest capital growth and rental yields for your Bulgarian property

Property prices are continually rising and will surge with full membership of the European Union. You can invest now in either off-plan developments or existing resale properties at bargain prices that are approximately 25% of Spanish, French, Italian or Portuguese alternatives. The next few years will increase the value of your property to fantastic heights.

Mark Emerson is the sales director for Investment Property BG Ltd. The company specialises in high return investment property in all areas of the Bulgaria marketplace with prices from under £10,000. You can obtain a free copy of their investment guide ‘5 Reasons You Must Invest In Bulgaria Now’ and access their properties at http://www.investmentpropertybg.com/

BULGARIAN PROPERTY INVESTMENT 'CONTINUES'

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A growing number of foreign investors are expected to enter the Bulgarian property market for its moderately-priced apartments and to take advantage of the growth in high-end projects, it has been claimed.

Prices for property in Bulgaria now range between €800 (£611) and €1,200 a sq m in new developments and this is attracting the attention of Romanians, Poles and Russians, the Financial Times reports.

Last year, purchases of property and land for development accounted for 40 per cent of Bulgaria's €5 billion in foreign direct investment. This year, the economy is expected to grow by five per cent.

Brian Conneely, of West Properties International, told the newspaper: "There is a swing now from budget properties to those in better locations, of good build and good management."

In recent years, investment has been targeted at building apartment compounds, which were then sold on to foreigners who, in turn, then rented them out to holidaymakers and residents, according to Propertywisebulgaria.com.

Property Select offers a comprehensive selection of overseas property in Bulgaria, news, members club and reviews of the latest property developments.

Free Advice On Buying Investment Property In Bulgaria

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Some of the property in Bulgaria has been of a sub-standard quality and property rental potential has been overblown. Overseas property buyers have invested predominantly in the areas of Bansko, Sunny Beach and Sofia. In the main, these areas have been overdeveloped where supply outstrips demand. The prices of many properties in Bulgaria are out-with the budget that can be afforded by local residents and are reliant on overseas property buyers who buy for investment or lifestyle reasons.

Overseas property buyers hoping to rent out their Bulgarian property should ensure that their property has agreements with travel companies as Bulgaria is not the sort of country where tourists turn up and rent holiday apartments on impulse. Rental potential in many areas should be estimated at approximately 3%-4% net and not the 10% that is quoted by some. Genuine guaranteed rentals schemes are an attractive option to many investors as it gives peace of mind with regard to relying on a rental income, if necessary, and saves having to spend time marketing the property. Guaranteed rentals are not always genuine and are sometimes merely the result of the price increase in the property. Genuine guaranteed rentals can be given where the developer has agreements in place with tour operators and is therefore assured of occupancy levels.

Property in Bulgaria is still appealing for property investors. EU entry and the associated levels of investment as a result of membership will no doubt assist capital appreciation. Additionally, tourism levels are increasing making buying a ski property, golf property or beach property all the more appealing. The main consideration when buying property in Bulgaria is to focus on areas that are not over-developed. We can only recommend property in Bulgaria where our analysis has shown that there is good growth potential and importantly, the possibility to sell or rent at a later date.Ewan McGarrie writes about Bulgarian Property Investments at http://www.propertyinvestment.co.uk/

Buying Property in Bulgaria : How to Avoid Making A Bad Investment

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Where is it possible to buy a property on your credit card? Bulgaria, of course! With thousands of potential property buyers seduced by Bulgarias bargain property prices, the temptation is to think that making a solid return is a no-brainer! Searching the Internet, dozens of articles and property websites boast about the 100% capital growth that can be achieved on Bulgarian property investments in the space of 12 months.

For first time investors with small budgets looking for a step onto the property ladder, this seems like an opportunity almost too good to be true! The result is that thousands of novice speculators and second homebuyers are flocking to Bulgaria to cash in on the investment opportunities it offers. But as the saying goes, if its too good to be true, well then, it probably isnt.

Property prices are rising significantly but largely in the more established and more desirable tourist hotspots. Investing along the Black Sea coastline and areas within 10km of the two major ski resorts, Barovets and Pamporovo, is likely to yield a healthy 60-80% capital growth in one year. Buying a new apartment in these areas can cost as little as 30,000 and is likely to be solid investment, since they can be easily let to the increasing number of tourists coming to experience the delights of Bulgaria.

A quick trawl through the Bulgarian real estate portals and youre likely to find 100s of properties under 15,000. With prices like this, the temptation is to rush in and buy, sometimes without even seeing the property. It is wise not to be carried away by the prospect of a property at this price doubling its value in one year. The problem with many of these properties is that they tend to be located in Bulgarias most isolated and rural areas. These areas are often weak on infrastructure and services and may lag behind the rest of Bulgaria for many years to come.

Investing in Bulgarias more established locations, such as Varna, Sofia or Barovets, may seem more expensive for the budget investor. But when you consider the headaches and additional expenses that come with renovating an old property in rural Bulgaria, as well as the language difficulties, your budget buy could prove not to have been such a bargain after all! Also, these properties could very well be difficult to rent. Although Bulgaria is growing in popularity with eco-tourists, this tourist sector has not taken off to the same extent as the more traditional ski or sun holiday destinations.

Consequently, the likelihood of property prices rising as dramatically in isolated areas is very slim. Even if property prices take a huge leap upon Bulgarias entry to the EU in 2007, the chances are that they will increase in rural areas by 15-30% at most.

The situation is similar in Spain and makes a good example. Though Spain saw property prices increase by over 100% on joining to the EU, it is still possible even now to find properties in the most isolated, inland areas for as little as 35,000. These areas are only now gaining the interest of property buyers priced out of Spains more desirable locations.

The situation will be similar in Bulgaria. Tourists will flock to the ski resorts, the Black Sea coast and the more popular mountainous regions. Consequently, developers will continue to invest in these areas. New developments will attract more buyers and more tourists and the areas will see continued capital appreciation on investments. Isolated areas, lacking amenities and services will be overlooked and property prices in these areas will remain significantly lower than the rest of Bulgaria.

For intrepid investors willing to take a long-term view on their investment and wait 15 to 20 years to see significant returns, then cheap isolated properties may be worth considering. But the certainty of a return and the ability to approximate what that return will be is far more likely with properties in the more established Bulgarian destinations.

Office and Residential Property in Bulgaria

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The Bulgarian property market began to come alive a couple of years prior to the nation’s 2007 EU accession and has quickly moved from emerging hotspot where massive property fortunes could be won, (or lost!), to a mature market where there are factors and fundamentals supporting it - but also realistic levels of supply and demand that restrict pricing expansion.

As a result of these facts, gone are the days of tiny property prices and huge Bulgarian real estate gains – at least according to Deyan Kavrukov, the head of an equity fund investing in the region. But contrasting his opinion is word from a British based property agency that states that office and residential property in Bulgaria’s capital city of Sofia remains very much in demand and highly profitable.

So, where is the truth in amongst these confusing statements and strong opinions?

Sofia’s property market is probably one of the most robust and mature markets in Bulgaria and it does have excellent long term factors in its favour – so this supports the property agency view. However, Bulgaria also has an oversupply of office stock coming to the market which ever increases vacancy rates. On the residential side of things there has been steady growth in yields throughout 2007 and there is talk that the high-end luxury market is enjoying a period of intense international interest…so buyers today can still be relatively well assured of profits.

But as with any market at the moment, you have to tread very carefully and take a far longer term view of your real estate assets.

Sofia is an interesting choice for property investors because it is a European capital city with charm, attraction and appeal for tourists. It is a capital city developing, advancing and continuing to attract inward investment and inward business creation and expansion commitment. This naturally draws in professionals seeking employment who require real estate, and it draws in companies seeking premises which also opens up demand in the office sector. However, according to our aforementioned friend Deyan Kavrukov, 150,000 square meters of new office property in Bulgaria is coming to completion annually whilst demand is only expanding by about 50 – 60,000 square meters. Naturally this makes it much harder for an investor to make a profitable purchase. The base fundamentals of location, infrastructure and amenities apply when it comes to picking office stock that will lease well…but it’s getting to be a tougher market!

In terms of residential property in Bulgaria – the sector enjoyed healthy gains last year with average prices across the nation rising by as much as 36%, (depending on which property companies’ statistics you choose to believe!). Added to this was the fact average yields increased to as much as 10% and you still clearly have a market that is robust and of interest. But, because gone are the days when you could buy a summer holiday apartment on the coast for GBP 30,000 or a condo in the mountains next to a ski gondola for GBP 50,000, Bulgaria has fallen in favour with many wanna-be property moguls who sought a low cost entry point for their ambitions.

Now Sofia is the only viable target in Bulgaria for those seeking profits – well, that’s the feeling you get from many agencies, (but then they are selling their wares…in Sofia…of course). Apparently Sofia is becoming more cosmopolitan, it has attracted Hollywood A list interest, it is receiving concert commitments from global stars and it is really raising its profile as an attractive location to live, work, visit and own high-end property.

The luxury sector starts from just GBP 100,000 for a well located apartment with major appeal – so yes, it’s an affordable luxury buy in and we can see that this is appealing. But buyers have to be convinced of the ongoing, increasing and lasting appeal of the city before they part with their cold hard cash – and when you realise that one of the reasons Sofia cannot pack out its office space is because the city, and indeed the nation of Bulgaria has lost out repeatedly to Bucharest and Romania for new investment and inward business flow – perhaps there is a more attractive capital city in Europe in which to invest?

Property in Bulgaria - Huge Investment Potential

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Bulgaria is a truly magnificent country, located in Eastern Europe with an amazing coastline that stretches over 340km along the Black Sea, with a backdrop of one of the world’s most magnificent mountain ranges and the beautiful and historic capital city of Sofia.

Today Bulgaria not only offers one of Europe’s most attractive and unspoilt holiday destinations it is also host to what will be one of the most dynamic and as of yet relatively untapped property and real estate markets.

Bulgaria has been invited into the EU and it is almost certain that full membership will start in 2007 creating yet another huge surge in the Bulgarian property market. If you’re looking for an excellent investment or a home in the sun then Bulgaria may be a perfect choice for you.

Getting to Bulgaria

If you live in the UK travel to Bulgaria over the past few years has become ever easier. Currently there are a range of direct flights from UK airports flying directly to Sofia in 2.5 hrs. The flights are run by the low cost operators and are priced extremely competitively.

Foreign Ownership of Bulgarian Property

The current property laws may at first seem a little confusing with a ban on foreign ownership of land but an OK to own buildings! Before you start to worry about needing helium filled balloons to hang you property from avoiding the need for any land, there is a solution.

The solution to current property laws in Bulgaria

It is possible to by land via Bulgarian company incorporation. Currently incorporation costs approximately 650.00 GBP. Also other points to note are as Bulgaria prepares to become a full EU member in 2007 it will begin to harmonise its property laws with the EU and also if you decide to by a new property off plan then you will not require company incorporation.

Property prices in Bulgaria

Older properties and especially those in need of restoration seem to have quite a varied pricing structure and if this is what you want then the best bet is to fly over, get your haggling skills up to scratch and you should get a bargain. New off plan costs currently start at around 20,000.00 GBP for a small studio apartment to 120,000.00 for a large luxury 3 bed apartment with best views, facilities and build standards. Chances are that prices will rise significantly between now and 2007, therefore if you’re serious about Bulgaria there’s no time to loose if you want the best from your investment.

Be quick but don’t rush

Acting quickly to get the best property investments is one thing, not taking the time to get full legal advice and understanding of every aspect of the contracts you sign is another. I would always advise you to be careful when purchasing abroad, make sure that you fully understand contract details, payment details and land ownership. If contracts are produced in a language that you don’t understand then insist on getting them translated before signing. Buying overseas can be an exciting and profitable experience by taking your time to understand the buying process you will ensure that your property purchase in Bulgaria is a happy and enjoyable experience.

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Free Advice On Buying Investment Property In Bulgaria

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Welcome to the Bulgaria Travel Notes! If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to our RSS feed to get notified everytime we post a new tip for your Bulgaria travels. Thanks for visiting and hope we inspire you to discover the beauty of Bulgaria! Happy journeys!

by Ewan McGarrie

Property in Bulgaria is a strong favourite with British overseas property buyers who have been buoyed by the potential for high capital appreciation. Whilst there has been undoubted capital growth, 42% in 2005 according to international surveyors Knight Frank, the property market had its problems like any developing country should therefore be treated with caution.
Some of the property in Bulgaria has been of a sub-standard quality and property rental potential has been overblown. Overseas property buyers have invested predominantly in the areas of Bansko, Sunny Beach and Sofia. In the main, these areas have been overdeveloped where supply outstrips demand. The prices of many properties in Bulgaria are out-with the budget that can be afforded by local residents and are reliant on overseas property buyers who buy for investment or lifestyle reasons.

About the Author
Ewan McGarrie writes about Bulgarian Property Investments at http://www.propertyinvestment.co.uk/

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Discover even more about what Bulgaria has to offer and find out what your fellow travellers think of the country here: http://www.bulgariatravelnotes.com/category/bulgaria-property/

Why Buy Property

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With so many overseas property hotspots, why buy property in Bulgaria?
You’re not exactly limited with your choices these days for buying an overseas investment property – there are some great destinations renowned for sun and sand, like Cape Verde; other destinations which have created a real buzz, like Dubai; then there’s the old favourite, Spain!

So what’s so great about Bulgaria?!

Well first, Bulgaria is a beautiful country and has some great varied landscapes – the Black Sea Coast is a popular summer holiday destination; the ski resorts provide skiing in the winter and many other opportunities in the summer; the cities provide culture and all the amenities you could need, whilst the villages provide a way to experience a different kind of life.

Second, Bulgaria is a rising market – entry into the EU, much foreign investment and interest in the country are just a few reasons why you might consider a property here.

Bulgaria is expected to be the one of the most popular countries to buy property in over the next three years. Much development is taking place, so now might be the best time to get your foot in the door!

Read my Bulgaria page to find out some more great reasons as to why buy property in Bulgaria. Here I also give you some hints and tips for what to look out for if you’re considering a Bulgarian property.

One major advantage with Bulgaria is its versatility – you have several options for buying property here – a pure investment, in the city for example, or a holiday home which can be rented out. Read my Overseas page to make sure you choose the best investment type! Or maybe you’re interested in buying Off-Plan?

Ski resorts are being expanded and improved, and Bulgaria is also looking to increase its golf tourism. With a climate very similar to that of Spain (one of the most popular golfing destinations in the world) and some beautiful scenery to boot, you may not be asking ‘why buy property in Bulgaria’ for much longer!

If you have any questions about this article or any of my other pages please do Contact Me, as I’m always happy to help!

Buying Property In Bulgaria

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Bulgaria has a Continental climate with short Springs, hot Summers, long sunny Autumns and ski resort Winters. Bulgaria property development is truly the fastest growing real estate market in Europe, particularly in the ski resort areas of Bansko, Borovets, and Pamporovo, which offer everything from world class skiing and snowboarding to cross country skiing, giant slalom, and biathlon courses. Bulgarian inland properties are extremely cheap compared to the rest of estern Europe.

Bulgaria offers foreign investors strong labour skills as the quality of Education in Bulgaria is very high, low labour costs especially when compared to Western Europe, competitive cost of construction and real estate and Corporate Tax of just 10% to name a few benefits. The population is estimated at over 8 million and as one of the most rapidly advancing nations in Europe; Bulgaria has become a byword for international property investment.

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Property Abroad

Property in Bulgaria has never been more accessible and attractive. Property in Bulgaria is becoming more and more popular amongst the Western European and especially British buyers abroad. The Bulgarian property market is the current investment hotspot and offers countless opportunities to any open-minded investor.

The growth in the Bulgarian economy should underpin a strong property market and lead to increased Bulgaria property prices. Those who buy now in Bulgaria are buying into the longest projected period of growth for the real estate property market that started when Bulgaria was officially made an EU Member State. The improved economic conditions, political and social stability in Bulgaria over the last 3 years brought to a real boom of the prices of property in Bulgaria.

Buying overseas can be an exciting and profitable experience by taking your time to understand the buying process you will ensure that your property purchase in Bulgaria is a happy and enjoyable experience. The climate and economic conditions of the country make Bulgaria property investment attractive to Europeans and others from around the globe. When you find the right bulgaria property rental management company, owning property in Bansko or Pamporovo and be both a personally and financially rewarding experience.

Strong economic and demographic factors have produced what we believe to be one of the worlds best investment property opportunities:

Increase in demand for top quality accommodation Lowest real estate prices in Europe Bulgarians who are living abroad are driving up the demand for real estate by buying property Bulgaria is currently at the top of the list when it comes to real estate investment funds in Europe.

The city of Sofia has a strong annual corporate letting market In the last year there has been a 25% increase in price growth.

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Property Investment Bulgaria - Recent Trends

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Bulgaria is currently the hotspot of property investors with its post-communist era market policies coupled with the beautiful coastal scenario and wonderful weather.

The living cost is one of the lowest in Europe which gives the foreign tourists to buy property at reasonable prices. Property investments in Bulgaria show a record increase in sale mainly because of the steady inflow of tourists which guarantee rental returns on property. Payment plans are also attractive and assures you easy purchase.

There is significant rise in the price of real estate property over the past few years following the steady increase in demand. As the economy head towards more positive trends, individual property investment has become ever more lucrative.

After its imminent inclusion in the European Union and the investor friendly market trends, property investments in Bulgaria will continue to become increasingly popular amongst the other European countries.

Research shows that buyers from the UK rank highest in purchasing immovable property in Bulgaria and this trend will reach almost a peak by 2016. The French, Russian, Swiss property investors are also not far away with their keen interest in investing in second homes in the country.

The government is also trying to boost foreign property investments in Bulgaria by endeavoring to mete out the same treatment to other European and American companies like those of their country who are investing.

The seascape against the Black Sea and the natural beauty of the region has added more worth and value to property investments in Bulgaria. The weather makes it convenient to invest in beach and ski resorts. The villas, castles and stone houses in the country give you a flavor of the region along with lucrative property investment!

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All of your legal requirements and paperwork can easily be dealt with by our lawyers, along with company formation. If you already have your own lawyers, we will be more than happy to work hand in hand with them.

For land or property of any type within Bulgaria, visit our website www.bgope.com and we will be happy to help you with any type of enquiry that you have regarding property purchase, land purchase, legal advice, viewing trips, in fact any type of service that you want, regarding property and real estate in Bulgaria. We also specialise in building and renovation work, as well as our very popular “bespoke villa service” that we now offer, visit our partner website www.bulgarianbuilders.110mb.com for further information and FREE quotations available on projects throughout Bulgaria.

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Property Investment in Bulgaria

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Bulgarians have responded positively to the increasing trend of foreign investments in the real estate market in the country. Steve Williams, the British ambassador, pointed that the popularity amid overseas property buyers was widely noticed to have been good for the economy. Mr. Williams have praised the extent of the transformation in Bulgaria during the last several years, especially its recent entry into the European Union in the beginning of 2007 and its growing popularity across the holidaymakers.

He also stated that there are growing numbers of British nationals getting acquainted with Bulgaria and its property and travel markets. The same shows and the number of business and leisure travelers from the United Kingdom, which has increased by 7% last year.

Bulgaria awaits around € 4,7 billion of direct foreign investments for 2008(which Bulgaria will not co-finance), informed the vice Minister Sergey Stanishev and the Foreign Minister Ivailo Kalfin.
Furthermore in the next seven years Bulgaria will have the chance to absorb about seven billion EURO from the European funds distributed on different operative programs.
The Minister also mentioned that the edition of “Oxford Business Group” is exclusively useful, particularly for the direct foreign investments, due to the fact it gives a picture of the overall economy development, as well as of the different economy indexes.

The average prices of residential real estates in Varna has increased by twenty-five per cent for the first 9 months of 2007 following the trend of growth in property prices in entire Bulgaria. Prices have been rising up every month since the beginning of current year, brokers claim. Concrete blocks real estates have gone up by twenty-six per cent, while the apartments in residential buildings by fifty-five per cent. The properties in Varna’s Sea Garden are the most expensive, after go these in the “Greek Neighborhood” and the Sports Hall area. Despite the fast growth rate in property prices in Sofia, Varna continues to be leading in terms of real estate prices as the main difference is in the new construction. The construction of malls and trade centers in Varna’s residential quarters has increased the prestige of these parts of the city and of course the prices. Apart from the great demand another reason for the higher price of new constructions are the higher requirements regarding the quality of the building and the rising prices of building materials.

Bulgaria Property Investment

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We have prime Bulgaria investment property in two Bulgarian regions. You can find exceptional Black sea coast property and Bansko property. We will gladly arrange investment trip to Bulgaria to view the property you are interested in purchasing. Please Contact us if you cant find what you're looking for and one of our team of experts will assist in finding the Investment Property in Bulgaria that you require.

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Investing in Bulgarian Property - The Fast Track to Huge Capital Gains

2008-05-02T23:51:00.002-07:00

There are amazing profits to be made in the Bulgarian property market. Careful research can even uncover properties that offer instant equity and guaranteed returns.

Bulgaria is currently the EU investment hotspot. The prospect of capital gains of 30% per annum, and the cheapest property in Europe is attracting investors from across the globe.

Millions of euros are being spent each and every month by investors eager to cash in and this is set to continue unabated, with the prospect of full EU accession in 2007. Entry into the European Community always prompts massive price increases, with 100% capital gains in a single year, quite commonplace.

All property types in Bulgaria offer incredible value for money and are experiencing good capital gains across the board. However, with careful research, unbelievable opportunities are to be found in this booming market.

The sheer volume of properties can offer a bewildering choice and in any region or resort the asking price of the properties on sale can vary massively. It is vital to accurately gauge the market value of each particular area.

In the off plan market especially, developers will launch their new projects with introductory discounts to stimulate sales. Properties are available with discounts of up to 20%.

The property for sale in Bulgaria is primarily designed for the holiday trade and corporate letting market. Forward thinking developers, have already begun to sign agreements with major holiday companies and corporations for letting the properties they are building. The income generated is then passed to the purchaser, as a further inducement to stimulate sales.

There are currently deals available which will offer anything between 2% to 15% as a guaranteed rental.

Bulgaria offers the best investment opportunity around today. The low cost of entry, consistent prices rises and the expected capital gains surge from EU accession next year, provide an irresistible mix for the property novice and seasoned investor alike.

http://www.investmentpropertybg.com/ offer a free service to locate either resale or off plan properties, with prices that range from under �10,000. With offices both in the UK and Bulgaria they have a wealth of local knowledge and a massive portfolio to choose from.

Mark Emerson is the sales director for Investment Property BG Ltd. The company specialises in high return investment property in all areas of the Bulgaria marketplace with prices from under �10,000. You can obtain a free copy of their investment guide '5 Reasons You Must Invest In Bulgaria Now' and access their properties at http://www.investmentpropertybg.com/
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The Bulgarian property market. Fantastic choices- Fantastic returns

2008-05-02T23:51:00.001-07:00

Bulgaria is currently the European property investment hotspot. Prices are rising steadily at 30% per annum and are expected to leap forward when the country becomes a full member of the EU in 2007.

Bulgaria is a truly remarkable country with a varied terrain. Not only can it offer city, coastal, mountain and rural properties but the vast amount of real estate that is available to buy, also comes with prices that will fit into everybody's budget.

Coastal properties.

The waters of the Black Sea are actually warmer than those of the along the Spanish mainland throughout the summer months. Popular investment locations are Sunny Beach, Golden Sands and Varna. Up and coming destinations include Nessebar St. Vlas and Balchik.

The developments that are on offer are predominantly designed as seaside holiday apartments. However there is also now a fast-growing golfing market that is being catered for with new developments either in construction or planned. Prices can be from as low as �20,000 for a studio apartment to �100,000 for detached villas on the golf resorts. Instant equity and guaranteed rental are also available in certain complexes.

City apartments.

Sofia as the capital and Plovdiv as the second city, are the two main areas for growth. Real estate in Sofia is currently around 25% of the cost of other European capital cities. Plovdiv is even cheaper, with prices around �400 to �500 per square metre.

The cities offer an excellent investment choice, with good rental expected from companies relocating to Bulgaria. Corporate lettings can offer consistent guaranteed rental with minimum risk. Prices range from around �30,000 for an apartment on the outskirts of town to over �100,000 for a city centre apartment with excellent facilities. These prices are considerably cheaper than other properties for sale across Europe.

Rural investments.

The countryside really does offer the cheapest real estate. Bulgaria is a magnificently beautiful country. Roughly the same size as the UK, the country has a total population of less than 8,000,000. The infrastructure can pose a problem in more isolated areas, and price increases will probably take longer than the more popular destinations. Nonetheless, detached properties with acres of land are readily available for less than �10,000.

Mountain and skiing real estate.

Bulgaria has three main ski resorts. Borovetz, and Bansko and Pamporovo. The ski season is the longest in mainland Europe. From an investment point of view, the mountaini resorts probably offer the best opportunity for a huge capital gains. The mountains only offer a small, defined area for the development. Once all the available land is built upon, all the existing properties will attract the highest premiums.

Much more informal than other European ski destinations, the Bulgarian resorts offer real value for money. Skiers and snowboarders, appalled by the exorbitant prices charged, especially in France or Austria, will be pleasantly surprised by the ridiculously cheap prices, in all the Balkan resorts. A pint of beer is around 80p and a three- course dinner with a bottle of wine is under six pounds.

The properties available also echo the fantastic value for money, at 60-70% cheaper than other European equivalents. Studio apartments are readily available for less than �30,000 as are two-bedroom apartments in the �60-�80,000 region. The ski season for 2006/2007 is already 75% booked and for those owning property, rental income is virtually assured.

In conclusion, Bulgaria offers a viable investment alternative for everybody. Even with the meanest budget of under �10,000, a fast appreciating property can be bought. For those looking to build an expansive portfolio, all the regions offer fantastic value for money and will return considerable capital gains over the coming years.

www.investmentpropertybg.com offer a full range of properties, that cover all areas of the Bulgaria market. Their advice and services are free. and with vast experience in the marketplace, With offices both in the UK and Bulgaria, they have a wealth of experience and handle all aspects of Bulgarian property investment.

Mark Emerson is the sales director for Investment Property BG Ltd. The company specialises in high return investment property in all areas of the Bulgaria marketplace with prices from under �10,000. www.investmentpropertybg.com can be reached either email at info@investmentpropertybg.com or by telephone on +44(0)161 762 2662.

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Pamporovo-Bulgarian Properties-Ski Apartments

2008-05-02T23:50:00.002-07:00

Nomorehotels Ltd, www.nomorehotels.co.uk, is a worldwide property service and management company with bases in London, Manchester, Leeds, Nice, Dubai and now Bulgaria. Its main business activities include managing serviced accommodation rentals and holiday home sales.

Why Pamporovo ?

Pamporovo is by far the most prestigious ski resort in Bulgaria, nestled in the heart of the Rhodope Mountains, 1650 metres above sea level. The mountains are famous not only as a place of natural beauty but as a centre of the ancient Thracian culture. Since ancient times this place has been known as a source of legends and myths. One of the most famous being for the singer Orpheus who was born in the region.
Pamporovo, the pearl of the Bulgarian mountain resorts attracted a record number of visitors last year during the winter and Summer season reaching just under a 100% occupancy rate. It offers great opportunity for cultural and recreational tourism and benefits from a Mediterranean climate enjoying on average 240 days of sun each year, making it the sunniest southern mountain resort in Bulgaria.

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The Palaz, meaning Palace is a four-star development to be arranged as 67 luxurious apartments situated 1650 metres above sea level and ideally positioned within a few feet of the ski lift. It’s unique setting, at the foot of the Snejanka Tower, amongst thick pine forest and green meadows coupled with breathtaking and uninterrupted views, makes it an ideal investment attracting winter ski enthusiasts as well as spring and summer tourists. Pamporovo is by far the most prestigious ski resort in Bulgaria, nestled in the heart of the Rhodope mountains,It offers great opportunity for cultural and recreational tourism and benefits from a Mediterranean climate enjoying on average 240 days of sun each year, making it the sunniest southern mountain resort in Bulgaria. Prices start from only £45,000. For further information contact our sales team on sales@nomorehotels.co.uk.
• Prices starting from £14,500
• Freehold apartments
• Roof top terrace with swimming pool, bar and restaurants
• 10 minutes from Hurghada International Airport
• 50 metres from promenade leading to the beach
• Expected rental yields of 11%-23%
• Spectacular views of the Red Sea and mountains
• High capital appreciation expected
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• Furnishing packages available
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Bulgarian Property Ski Resorts and its Fantastic Property Profit Potential

2008-05-02T23:50:00.001-07:00

For all skiing related sport lovers out there, Bulgaria offers you the most outstanding winter sport resorts available in Main land Europe today. Already well known on the world Skiing circuit are resorts such as Bansko, Borovets and Pamporovo to name but a few.

Numerous European property investors have recently taken advantage of extremely great value and prestigious off plan apartment Property developments either in the form of apartments or chalet style houses within numerous winter resorts in Bulgaria.

Bansko which is situated about 160 km south of Sofia has been nicknamed the Gateway to the Pirin Mountains and the new Tuscany. The historic town of Bansko, is the heart and soul of this new resort.

Bansko has been proposed for the Bulgarian bid for the Winter Olympic Games in 2014 alongside Sofia and two other Bulgarian ski resorts. The conditions for skiing are rumored to be among the best in the Balkans. 2006 / 2007 and the foreseeable future is expecting the increase in a high volume of tourist traffic to these regions bringing many thousands of affluent skiers and inward investment into the area.

At present thousands of apartments are being built in these regions to supply the ever demanding tourism trade that winter sports brings to the region.

What this means to the property investor is some outstanding deals being offered at present from purchasing an off plan ski resort apartments or chalet style affordable property. Many apartments depending on size and location can be bought for approximately �20,000. With the Inclusion into the EU in 2007 will bring forward expected property rises with most property experts predicting increases of anywhere between 50 -100% increases in just one year.

What this means for the property investor buying between now or anytime during 2007, will almost guarantee amazing profitable returns on any property bought in these areas. Rental potential is supply and demand based, the more thousands of winter loving sport lovers in the area, the higher demand for accommodation.

Winter sports enthusiasts are usually affluent people and like to purchase their own second homes in mountainous regions near ski resorts. These rich investors will push prices higher than usual for these regions of Bulgaria.

From a future investment potential, skiing resorts on Bulgaria cannot be beaten for unbelievable returns on capital investment in cheap property in the area.

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Foreign investment pushing up Bulgarian real estate

2008-05-02T23:49:00.000-07:00

New research has revealed that foreign investors are having a growing

impact on the property market in Bulgaria.

As the country continues to embark upon its fledgling growth ahead of

accession to the European Union next year, the property market has

maintained its phenomenal surge and the statistics from the latest

study suggest that the property sector is contributing an increasing

amount to the overall economy.

According to figures published recently, the Bulgarian economy was

boosted by a massive �8 billion of investment in property over the

course of 2005. And further, the results show that of that investment,

between 15 and 20 per cent of it came from foreign nationals, as

property investors seek to get their hands on some potential bargains.

Recently, Assetz chief Stuart Law described Bulgaria as the "darling of

the property market" because of its huge potential for growth and the

fact that it has some of the most attractive resorts in the world,

particularly for skiers.

That assessment has clearly been heeded by many investors, both in the

UK and abroad, as investment in Bulgarian property exploded over the

last 12 months.

It is anticipated that such investment will continue to grow at a great

pace up until and immediately after the country's accession to the EU,

as the country will become more accessible to other European investors.

Earlier this month, the Bulgarian government also released statistics

revealing that the country witnessed a 22 per cent year-on-year growth

in the number of real estate deals occurring there during 2005. These

figures highlight the enormous potential that many investors see in the

country and the growth of the Bulgarian economy looks set to further

add to that income.

With accession to the EU on the horizon, the Bulgarian authorities have

been working hard to ensure that the country meets the Union's strict

guidelines on economic stability and other factors, which are required

before the state can become a member of the EU.

One of the consequences of this has been to provide investors with more

confidence in the Bulgarian economy and as such more people are willing

to take a chance on investing their money into property in the region,

feeling that the market is unlikely to suffer any crash and that the

political situation is also stable enough to bring good returns on

their investments over a long or short period of time.

Another area which has received attention ahead of EU membership is

that of the country's infrastructure, which is undergoing a major

overhaul. This means that Bulgaria is now more accessible and areas in

the mountains near ski resorts are becoming more attractive year-round

investments, as links to these remote areas improve.

Baby-boomers set to push UK property market

It has been claimed that the UK's property market is set to benefit

from an explosion in interest from baby-boomers.

According to new research carried out by Prudential and Datamonitor,

the post-war generation who were born and grew up in the aftermath of

the Second World War are about to start looking for the best retirement

packages, with second homes high on their list of priorities.

The study discovered that their homes are currently worth a combined

�543 billion across the UK and that figure is set to increase over the

next 15 years to �1,425 billion as the youngest of the baby-boomer

generation reach retirement age.

An increasing number of people are considering investing in property as

a way to supplement their income when they retire, with many believing

that a pension will be inadequate for their needs. And it appears that

the baby-boomer generation shares that sentiment, as many are

preparing, or have already, invested in property to provide them with a

regular income in their retirement.

"Property can form a great part of a retirement planning portfolio,"

commented Ali Crossley, director of lifetime mortgages at Prudential

UK.

"It may be too late for people approaching retirement to build up a

supplementary source of income using a pension, savings or investments.

However the equity tied up in their homes could be instrumental in

boosting their funds."

And it appears that a move to release that equity is exactly the move

that many baby-boomers are planning over the coming years.

With the arrival of A-Day coming ever closer and the number of people

who have invested in self invested personal pensions (Sipps) remaining

high despite the chancellor's announcement in the pre-Budget report at

the end of 2005, it appears that many people approaching retirement age

are about to free up the considerable amount of equity tied to their

homes.

The number of people investing in second homes, both in the UK or

investment hotspots across the globe such as Spain or Bulgaria, is

therefore likely to rise significantly over the months ahead.

Many baby-boomers are keen to get their hands on the equity in their

housing to fund the purchasing of second homes, which can provide them

with two benefits in their old age. This is because it will not only

act as a source of income through renting it out, but it also offers

the opportunity for cheap holidays in parts of the country or world

which they are attracted to.

With fewer commitments during retirement, this appears to be another

attractive reason for the baby-boomer generation to become owners of

second homes, or to even build up a portfolio of properties.

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Bulgaria the Unbelievable Overseas Property Investment

2008-05-02T23:48:00.000-07:00

Im sure by reading the title of this article your probably saying to yourself "just another con to make me part with my hard earnt money". Well if you dont believe me then just read the facts about this amazing overseas property investment oppurtunity open to everyone.

The country i am talking about here is the European state of Bulgaria. Bulgaria only twenty years ago was behind the Iron curtain of Russia.The country was of poor economic stability, little overseas investment with many people living in poor condfitions throughout this beautiful country.

Twenty years on Bulgaria is fast becoming the quickest developing european country in the world. The cost of living in Bulgaria is extremely low compared with the UK and especially London. Restaurant meals can be purchased for the equivalent of a few pounds and Bulgaria is expected to become a popular budget holiday location as more and more airlines offer direct flights. British Airways now flies direct from Gatwick from only �75 return including taxes, although most investors are eagerly waiting the entry of easyJet and Ryanair which will happen in 2007.
Cheap Bulgarian Property prices can start from as little as �4,000 for a modest sized house with 500sq M of land attached.
Bulgaria and cheap Bulgarian propertys are being hailed as the new Spain by property investment experts. Spain was under developed just like Bulgaria Fifteen years ago. Once investment started in the country's infrastructure, Many English, European & American holiday makers flocked there in their Thousands searching for sun and cheap propertys to invest in.
If you look today for an apartment on the coast of Spain, you would have to spend an average of �110,000 upwards. The same equivalent apartment on the Bulgarian coast today will cost you �15,000. The investment potential is amazing for anyone willing to keep their Bulgarian Propertys for a number of years will look to profit considerably.
Cheap Bulgarian Property is so affordable at the moment that any one visiting the country with a Credit card can become the proud owner of Bulgarian Propertys.
With the inclusion into the EU in 2007 Bulgaria will no dought follow the same direction that other European countries have since joining the European Union with amazing growths in economic stability,employment and overseas investment in production and exportation which will result in Bulgaria becoming one of Europe's most profitable countries in the near future.
Bulgarian propertys will be one of the top property markets in Europe during 2006 / 2007. Currently, in the European market, Bulgaria is the current hotspot with an average growth rate of 30% with the cheapest property prices in the EU. There are several other countries in the EU, which attract foreign investment for a variety of reasons. None, however, can rival the sheer number of factors, which makes Bulgaria an irresistible, safe location for your investment capital.
Bulgaria boasts the amazing Black Sea cost with at one point on the coast a strip of beach 8km long. Resorts such as Sunny Beach, Golden Sands and other resorts attracting thousands more year on year holiday makers looking for a cheap sun drenched holiday. The summer season boasts an amazing five-six months of sun with temperatures ranging from 75-110 degrees in peak summer.
With all this in mind, can you really afford to miss out on the last affordable country in Europe to purchase your dream holiday home or sound investment for you and your families future.
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Three Easy Steps to Make Serious Money from Bulgarian Property

2008-05-02T23:47:00.002-07:00

The Bulgarian Property boom, have you heard about it? If not, then read this article as it may change your life.

I am basing my Personal financial plan on my 100k mortgage. 100k is still today a large amount of money and to pay off 100k in Four years is quite an achievement, so if your interested in Bulgaria Property and saying goodbye to your mortgage then read on.

Bulgarian Property is currently one of the best property hotspots in Europe. Most people who have a credit card can still afford to purchase a cheap Bulgarian property, so if you can manage to spend 7k then you can have in your possession a potential Bulgarian property investment goldmine to secure you and your familys future.

The basis of making 100k from Bulgarian property in Four Years is as follows;

Purchase a cheap Bulgarian Property

The time is now to purchase Bulgarian Property at these low prices as Bulgaria has only just joined the EU, historically all countries joining the EU have shown unbelievable property price increases in very short amounts of time.

Bulgarian people have for the first time in their history, now been allowed to apply for mortgages which will fire the Bulgarian property market into over drive in the next two years.

So if you purchase a Bulgarian property today for 7k, you may need to spend a small amount of money updating but supplies and Bulgarian Property building labor is still very cheap today. An updated Bulgarian medium sized Property at today’s prices is already worth anything from 20 to 30k.

You could own a two – three bedroom Bulgarian Property with 500 square meters of land attached which will be the ideal sized home for a Bulgarian family or anyone abroad wanting a cheap overseas second property or for relocation purposes.

So why hasn’t the Bulgarian people done this themselves?

Bulgarian people up till now have been earning low wages and most cannot afford to purchase any Bulgarian property. Most people share family homes at the moment but with signs of the country developing into a wealthy state and mortgages just around the corner the Bulgarian people will be looking for Bulgarian property to purchase before the market goes mad.

With this in mind, predictions based on 2006, Bulgarian property prices rises before entering the EU were at 80% increased from 2005. It has been predicted by many Bulgarian property experts that by the end of 2007,you could see anything like a 100 to a 200% property price increase in the Bulgarian Property market. This is based on the fact that the Bulgarian property is still very cheap and not in line with other EU countries at the moment.

So by the end of 2007 after spending 10k including updating your Bulgarian property, this could be worth anywhere in the region of 60 to 80k, which by most Europeans is still cheap for a good sized family home.

If you decide to rent your Bulgarian property out for the four year period like i will, you could achieve a rental income of 10k over this time period taking your profit so far to an estimated 90k plus.

We havnt factored into this yet the average annual Bulgarian property increase over the three years remaining after 2007 which even at a modest 5% a year takes you up and well over 100k in just Four years.

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Expert on Bulgarian real estate

2008-05-02T23:47:00.001-07:00

The real estate market in Bulgaria offers fantastic returns for savvy investors. Bulgaria is listed as the number one place to invest in property in Europe and well informed people are very well placed to make excellent profits according to Paul Watchorn, an expert on Bulgarian real estate. Speaking last week at the Bulgarian property and investment show in Plovdiv, Paul was very clear about the outstanding opportunities in Bulgaria.

A recognised expert in Bulgarian real estate, Paul Watchorn qualifies his comments by admitting that without expert advice on the Bulgarian market, it is possible to make a loss. Confirming that prices were rising fast, Paul insists that talking to a professional in the Bulgarian property market is essential if people are serious about buying in Bulgaria.

Buying property or land in Bulgaria is very lucrative, if you have the right contacts and experience. It is a fundamental part of any purchase, property or not, he said, to locate with and work with somebody that has a full and current understanding of the market or product. In this case, experience of the procedures for house buying in Bulgaria, the laws, the country and arguably most importantly, a current understanding of the local people, customs and traditions. This can not be understated, comments Mr Watchorn

What clients require is current information communicated in an understandable way, don’t buy in Bulgaria without talking to a Bulgarian real estate expert says Mr Watchorn, the message is loud and clear. Before buying a property in Bulgaria, or anywhere else, you MUST talk to a Bulgarian real estate expert. Not just an estate agent, estate agents come and go, a lot of people selling property in Bulgaria don’t even have a trading company, let alone an office! Would you buy a house in the United kingdom without visiting an office? Paul said, throwing his arms up in dismay, Why do it here?

What any buyer needs is expert local information. If you are lucky, you will find an estate agent with real local knowledge, somebody that can speak to you in a manner that you feel comfortable with, and that you can understand. Somebody that you can ask real questions, and get sensible answers from. There are such people here, so there is no reason to buy in Bulgaria until you have found somebody that fits the bill. If that means putting plans on hold, then so be it says Paul, there is an old adage that rock climbers use says Paul, it refers to the conditions and goes like this: It is better to be on the ground wishing you were up there, than up there wishing you were on the ground, think about it he says, it makes sense.

The Elhovo Post wishes to thank Paul for his continued good relations with the press.

The Elhovo post is a city news agency. Elhovo is a city in the south east of Bulgaria, made famous over recent years through the property boom in Bulgaria. The Elhovo post is dedicated to supplying up to date information on Bulgaria to readers throughout the world. http://www.thebulgarianpropertyfinder.co.uk

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Bulgarian Property Development

2008-05-02T23:46:00.000-07:00

Property developing in Bulgaria comes in all shapes and sizes, according to Bulgarian property expert Paul Watchorn. Bulgaria has something for everyone comments Paul. From the large full blown property developer, with tens of thousands of pounds to spend in Bulgaria, developing black sea apartments and marketing off plan. To people with more modest ideas in terms of investment levels. Perhaps even a thousand pounds spent wisely can start a keen amateur off on the road to property developing abroad, especially here in Bulgaria.
The scope in Bulgaria is almost limitless according to Mr Watchorn a recognised expert on Bulgaria property sales. For example, for people interested in flipping Bulgarian property on a limited budget, country properties are the best option. This can be done for as little as £5000 for the first property, for the first property you buy in Bulgaria you need to form a company in Bulgaria, this can be arranged for you either by contacting a lawyer in Bulgaria directly, or contacting a professional Bulgarian property consultant.
Contacting a consultant with a Bulgarian property company is probably the best option for a few reasons. The first one being cost! A local agent will know who to go to for the best deal, you should not expect to pay the consultant, in fact now is a good time to look at what to expect from your consultant. Probably one of the first things you will be interested in is cost. Surprisingly, people are still putting this consideration first. However, another way to look at it is to expect not to pay your consultant, surprised? Well you should not be, think of it in this way, a professional Bulgarian property consultant will be somebody that spends his or her life talking to potential vendors, talking to Bulgarian lawyers, talking to builders in Bulgaria, talking to local people, people that matter in every way, people that can help him to make things go smoothly and economically. That is the work of the Bulgarian property expert. If he or she is competent and effective at the profession, you can rest assured that he or she will make a living, without having to ask for a fee for arranging legal services, without asking for fees for finding vendors, for driving you around, for booking your hotel, for the telephone calls or anything else. You should expect your consultant to do all of this without separate fees being attached. All you should have to worry about is the two most important things. Only two questions should be on your mind, do you like the property, and are you happy to pay the price quoted. Full stop, it is not difficult. Anybody that has made a major purchase such as a car will tell you, you see, you like it, if you are happy with the price on the windscreen, you buy it. All you are interested in is the pleasure of having something you want, let the consultant have all the stress of tying things up, he wont go hungry, don’t worry.

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