I first found out about Northern Cyprus from Lief Simon back in 2018. I’ll admit that I didn’t know much about this tiny territory in the eastern Mediterranean back then. But Lief made a strong case for it, so I got up to speed quickly. It’s not every day that he identifies a new breakout […]
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Panama’s property markets continue to hold opportunity for investors in the know. During 2023, the value of residential construction in Panama rose by over 18% to $747 million after rising by over 21% in 2022 and 83% in 2021. Demand is strong and continues to rise. Last year, home sales were up by 21%, and
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Montenegro offers a welcoming environment to foreign companies, including a low corporate tax rate (9% to 15%), great economic freedom, and monetary stability.
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One-third of Americans are considering leaving the United States, according to new research. This amounts to more than 112 million people—a staggering number that might shock you. But considering the current state of affairs in the United States… the divisive political atmosphere… the cost of daily life and medical care… the overall lack of safety…
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Two core benefits of investing in property overseas are high-yield rental income and capital appreciation. But there’s another strategic benefit that demands your attention right now: currency diversification. Currency diversification means spreading your wealth across multiple currencies to protect it in case any particular currency crashes. People from Argentina have long understood the importance of
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Wanting a vacation house or investment property in another country is one thing. Being able to afford it is another. The good news is that in desirable locations around the world—sun-kissed Mediterranean islands and colorful Spanish-colonial cities—the cost of property is a fraction of what you might expect. That said, cash purchases are the norm
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Liz Larroquette is one of the most successful real estate executives in Panama, with almost 15 years’ experience in the business. She’s the right hand of the biggest developer in the country—the one that’s responsible for Panama City’s skyline and its most iconic buildings. I sat down with her to get an overview of Panama’s
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Spain is a land of rich heritage, beautiful landscapes, delicious cuisine, and vibrant celebrations. It’s the second-most visited country in the world after France and home to more expats than any other country in Europe. American expats alone number nearly 36,000. Despite its popularity, Spain remains fantastically affordable… from its overall cost of living to
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Last year, more than 338,000 Americans moved away from home for retirement. That’s 44% more than in 2022. A cooling housing market and lower inflation help explain this big number. Put simply, more people could afford to move away from home last year compared to the year before. Where did all these retirees end up?
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It’s been exactly one year since I took over as editor of Overseas Property Alert, and much has changed. The world isn’t the same place that it was 12 months ago. Despite this, I stand by one of the earliest statements I made as editor: that investing in property overseas is the smartest thing you
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