Thinking of investing in Panama Property For Sale?

Panama has long provided several important incentives for foreign investors, including:
• US dollar-based economy
• Low inflation and zero foreign exchange risk
• Total absence of exchange controls
• Equal treatment of foreign and local citizens
• One of the most flexible company laws in the world
• No restrictions on 100 per cent foreign-owned companies
• No restrictions on mergers, acquisitions or joint ventures
• Excellent tax holidays for specific investments in sectors such as tourism, maritime, real estate, mining • Colon Free Zone, exports and others
• High percentage of labor force is bilingual
• Panama has been ranked first in the region for low cost of living, operational cost and index of labor by the Tripartite Committee, which consists of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the Organization of American States (OAS) and the Interamerican Development Bank (IDB).

Panama has also showed no signs of change in its upward progress. In its annual Report, Moody's Investor Service says, "the country's (Panama) split ratings and stable outlook reflect a manageable fiscal position. Free Trade Agreements, such as the recent accord with Taiwan, will also help to benefit the Panamanian economy by encouraging foreign investment into the nation's financial and communications systems, the report added. In total, Panama has Bilateral Trade Agreements with over 20 countries throughout the world.

Monte do Poco Novo, Alentejo, Portugal

A beautiful, renovated Portuguese Farmhouse, in Pristine Condition, off the beaten track, set within 8.14 hectares (approximately 20 acres) of stunning beauty, including Lake, Swimming Pool Terraced Gardens and citrus fruit trees, within a huge conservation area. Beautiful lakes of Santa Clara and Monte da Rocha within a short range. Historical Note Monte do Poco Novo (the new well) was originally a small farmhouse typical of the Alentejo. A major extension and extensive ground works undertaken over recent years have produced a stunning house and environs.
Location: The property is located in the conservation area of Southern Alentejo, 7 kilometers south west of the town of Ourique, it is 3 kilometers off the made up road in the heart of the country which has endless options for quiet walking and riding. Its location affords total privacy with the sound of silence and spectacular starlit nights. Other properties are nearby but in no way intrusive. The region is showing strong interest from buyers who want the country and convenient to all centres of population. Major tourist developments are poised to raise the profile whilst not threatening the conservation area.

Investment potential in Africa and the Middle East

Property for sale in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and the UAE are the most attractive consumer markets in Africa and the Middle East and also attractive investment destinations. Investment levels are highest in the UAE, boosting economic growth prospects there. All investment destinations exhibit strength and weaknesses, which potential investors need to be aware of.

Investment levels are one of the main determinants of economic growth potential. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has the highest levels of investment among the most attractive economies of Africa and the Middle East, signalling investment opportunities and great potential for future economic growth. The other major consumer markets of Africa and the Middle East are Egypt, Saudi Arabia and South Africa, taking into account the size of the economy, economic growth and population size. They too offer investment interesting opportunities.

DUBAI The World’s Best Leisure Destination.

In a little more than two decades, Dubai has transformed itself into one of the fastest growing cities in the world. A truly designer city, Dubai boasts of a lifestyle that is unique and desirable. The destination for intelligent property investors, it has some of the most breathtaking buildings and prestigious projects. A bustling metropolis, with towering skyscrapers and quiet boutique offices, Dubai has world-class shopping malls, restaurants, cafes and entertainment facilities. Home to some of the most unique master plans in the world, Dubai also boasts of the world’s richest horse race, the prestigious Dubai Shopping Festival and has the region’s ultimate fun and entertainment destination, attracting visitors not only from the surrounding countries but from Europe and Asia as well.

Property Portals

Property Portals - It is a matter of being in the right place at the right time to a degree and to ensure you spread your marketing dollar, pound or Euro...whatever - amongst the stronger of the names. Those looking generally will often start at a generic site looking for 'international property' or 'overseas property' - those looking for specifics will type in a specific. Look for portals that allow the insertion of title tags, descriptions and meta tags (although some question the use of these it is still relevant to a part. It also depends on where you are as a name like Primelocation or Viviun who are strong but have no relevance to people not in the UK or USA.

Agents who are seeking to build traffic should take a long term view - at least a year and build on the fact that listings get indexed over time.

International Property Directory has generated some 10,000 page views in less than a year for some agents but it can be hard to quantify a sale or a lead at times as users will see a property on one site - check it out on another or go and ask a local agent to check it out for them who may in turn have their own connections to another portal.

They do work but not as a flash in the pan affect which some people expect. If your property takes 6 months or more to sell locally why would you expect to sell internationally in 5 minutes - but sellers do!

International Property Forum

International Property Forum presents off plan and pre-launch Residential information from posters who seek to enter into discussions with other property professional and individual property owners seeking advice and information on an open platform. Featured as well are Retail and Commercial Property Sales Direct from International Property Developers as well as offering Agents and FSBO the opportunity of listing properties.

Panama - The Dubai of the Americas

Development in Panama is moving full speed ahead. The Panama market is attracting the American retiree population, as well as many other buyers from North and Latin America and investors from Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Whether investing or relocating Panama has many reasons why this region has been attracting people for several years and will it seems continue to do so.

Political Risk Services (PRS) placed Panama in the top three countries of the hemisphere with the best risk-investment qualifications. Moody's and Standard & Poors have both granted high ranking to Panamanian bonds.

Panama has also showed no signs of change in its upward progress. In its annual Report, Moody's Investor Service says, "the country's (Panama) split ratings and stable outlook reflect a manageable fiscal position. Free Trade Agreements, such as the recent accord with Taiwan, will also help to benefit the Panamanian economy by encouraging foreign investment into the nation's financial and communications systems, the report added. In total, Panama has Bilateral Trade Agreements with over 20 countries throughout the world.

Afghanistan property for sale is not for the faint hearted

Afghanistan property for sale or rent is a new region to the world of investing and is not without difficulties at this stage of the war torn region.

Private real estate agents are still reluctant to explore or invest in a market that a World Bank study reveals that even though local businessmen have poured in a whopping $250m in construction activities in the country since 2001, very little of the money has gone into building homes. Most of it has been invested in luxury commercial buildings, thus assuring returns in a country starved of quality commercial space. Generally residents are erecting dwellings with little or no permission and land ownership is not without issues.

Afghanistan is one of the world's poorest countries, yet has shown good signs of emerging from its great economic slump. Plans are even underway to redevelop Kabul where a new development, called the City of Light Development, will incorporate both commercial and historical elements of the city by revitalizing the old war torn buildings and protecting shrines and temples.

Morocco aims to attract over 10 million visitors by 2010

Officially known as the Kingdom of Morocco, this exotic and cosmopolitan country covers 171,834 sq miles and has an estimated population of 33,000,000. Bordering both the Mediterranean and Atlantic, Morocco offers a delightful all-year round climate and exceptional physical beauty that ranges from unspoilt coastline to stunning mountain ranges and the rugged wilderness of the Sahara.

The pace of social change and economic improvement is supported by the energetic and extremely popular young King, Muhammad VI. By encouraging foreign investment and infrastructure development he is rapidly leading Morocco to the international top tier of property investment and tourism.

Egyptian Market Moves Fast

New Cairo and a selection of developments have sold very quickly and have appreciated in value due to the Middle Eastern property market thriving - even in a world market turmoil.

Egyptian Property for Sale

Property for sale in Egypt in the land of pyramids and ancient civilizations, sun-drenched beaches and superb diving, comfortable climatic conditions and spectacular clear water. A land with quintessential mix of the old and new, extending from its architecture to its arts and beyond. A land truly bustling with life, beauty and excitement. Visiting Egypt would be the dream of a lifetime. Property for sale in Egypt is fast becoming a haven for investors and private buyers alike - this is a market to consider.

International Property Listing

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Commercial Property is viable in the Middle East

Commercial property is subject to the same market conditions as any other type of property. In economic sound markets businesses require office space from which to operate and reach their target audience.

International Property Developers can offer access to a wide range of commercial office space opportunities - especially from emerging markets that have, and do offer sound commercial reasons as to either opening up an operational office from or to simply purchase into a market where capital appreciation and high rental returns can be achieved.

Middle Eastern markets as well as Far Eastern Markets such as South Korea, Malaysia and China all represent growing markets from a relatively low base. As these markets mature the next decade or so could see these regions over run and exceed the costs and returns achieved in once what was the strongest markets worldwide. London UK, New York and Tokyo will see very strong competition from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Mumbai and Shangai as in terms of attractiveness for business owners and investors.