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Why are overseas property investors heading to Fortaleza in north Brazil

Saturday, June 20th, 2009

As one of Brazil’s wealthiest, most progressively developed and most attractive regions, Fortaleza is rapidly emerging as one of the Brazil’s most attractive regions.

If you are just beginning to consider a Brazil property investment, you might be wondering why so many people and property investment agencies are highlighting the benefits of a property purchase in this Northeast Brazilian city.

Well, there are many factors, including a strong economy and booming tourist industry.

In recognition of the region’s great income making potential, the Brazilian government has invested large amounts of funds back into the state of Cear?, of which Fortaleza is the capital city.

Fortaleza is considered by locals to be more exciting and exotic than other more globally well known cities like Rio de Janeiro and S?o Paulo, Fortaleza is a hotspot holiday location of a growing number of Brazilians as well as international travelers, which has made Fortaleza real estate an excellent prospect, especially for investors that are eager to make good financial returns.

Brazil’s Considered by financial and economic experts to be one of the top five economies in the world by 2050, Brazil already boasts the 10th largest economy in the world.

What has caused Brazil to take such a commanding stance amongst the world’s leading economies?

Among other things, an efficient use and exploitation of Brazil’s natural resources like oil and ethanol that are found abundantly in Brazil. The ability to manufacture and export desirable goods such as these have enabled Brazil to assume a unique economic position that is greatly independent of imported goods, and enabled it to remain strong despite the widespread economic turbulence in recent times.

As well as the strong and stable economy, the undeniable natural beauty of Brazil has always been something that is helping drive the real estate investment market in Fortaleza as a growing number of private investors whom are seeking a beautiful place to live or build a dream holiday home are considering to Fortaleza which has now emerged as a leading destination for land for sale in Brazil and this fact is making investment property in Fortaleza a very popular prospect for a growing number of overseas investors. Home to dazzling beaches and pristine rainforest habitats, the tourism industry in Fortaleza is one of the most successful in the world, with at least a 25 percent increase in revenue predicted for the coming years.

Driven by the growth in the regions tourism industry, Fortaleza property investment has increased as well, with an intense increase in the demand for holiday accommodation rental properties for people on vacation. And although developers are scrambling to keep up with the demand, there is still a lack of both in-hotel and stand alone villas and apartments for rent. This makes Fortaleza extremely attractive with investors seeking good financial returns combined with lifestyle and leisure enjoyment.

How to turn £100K into £600K with land plots in Brazil

Monday, April 27th, 2009

Caponga Beach is purchase opportunity in, Fortaleza, Brazil. This land for sale in Brazil stands out from other opportunities to invest in Brazil land because full infrastructure, such as power, roads & curbs, streetlamps, benches and grass are all ready in there.. This puts investors in this project around 2 years ahead of the competition.

Just by re-selling the plot in 3 years will net over ?21,000 on an initial investment of ?7,500 before legal costs.

Professional developers or those with over ?100,000 cash to invest can achieve profits of over ?600,000 over the same time scale. These amounts are not the most that can be made they are just conservative estimates of the financial returns you can make from this Brazil land for sale.

there are 4 different strategies investors can utilise.

Buy a villa plot and resell after 3 yrs

Invest in a villa plot, 2 years

Buy up to 16 villa plots and develop up to 16 villas for resale (an option very attractive with larger investors and property developers)

Invest in a block, arrange specific planning and build options and sell on as a project

Called the Land of the Sun, Caponga Beach is in a great location in the state of Cear?, Brazil and just half an hour from the bustling capital city of Fortaleza.

This area is one of Brazil’s popular tourist destinations and boasts miles upon miles of perfect white powder sandy beaches and perfect sunny weather all year round.

Currently, Caponga Beach could be considered a sleepy local fishing village with a ranges of fish restaurants, bars, a hotel and a dozen fishing boats. However, the planned expansion that is already underway for the local area is huge with a minimum of 5 new resort developments having already been approved.

These investments include Aguas Belas, adjacent to the Caponga Beach site and features an 18-hole golf resort, hotels, spas and over fourteen thousand properties while another feature a beach club with several hundred apartments. There is a further area with full planning permission for 3,000 detached villas and to complete the picture there is a new marina proposed.

Caponga Beach is going to be one of Cear?’s quickest growing and successful holiday resorts with exciting and unrivalled investment properties to choose from.

Brazil’s strong economy = happy property investors

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Being a massive country Brazil has numerous natural resources and because of favourable agricultural climate and vast areas of rich fertile agricultural land; it is a world leader in the production and trade of many important commodities such as ethanol, coffee, soybeans, oranges and sugarcane.

There are a growing number of investors seeking land for sale in Brazil for both agricultural as well as tourist resorts and residential property development.

The recent sharp increase in commodity prices and the integration of China, a major buyer of commodities, into the world economy have facilitated a further boost to the economy of Brazil and balance of trade.

Looking at long term growth, a Goldman Sachs study predicted that Brazil will be one of the top five economies in the world by 2050 and Deutsche Bank confirmed that on the long run the demographics of Brazil favour strong economic growth because of the predicted increase in its working population.

Fabio Kanczuk, professor of economics at the Universidade de S?o Paulo said that;

‘Brazil will be attracting large investments from companies interested mainly in the domestic market’

And the “Times” newspaper reported that,

‘Several leading UK city financiers recommended Brazil as it represented very good value for investors.’

These are just a few of the positive economic indicators that are helping to drive the Brazil property market and adding to the countries attractiveness with investors interested in good financial returns in the future.

where in brazil is the best place to buy property

Friday, March 6th, 2009

The north-eastern sunshine city of Natal and the surrounding areas are predicted to offer the greatest potential of all areas of the Northeast Brazil.

Natal has become a major tourist attraction and has an excellent reputation for being a premier vacation hotspot location.

Natal is one of most cosmopolitan cities in the Northeast with large shopping malls, an excellent selection of bars, top quality restaurants, active nightlife, vibrant culture, music and a superb range of seafood and fresh fruits and drinks.

The region has a wealth of natural attractions, beautiful tropical sandy beaches and awe-inspiring stunning dunes, cliffs, and coral reefs as well as many historical and cultural sites. The area also offers outstanding tourist facilities, for adventure and leisure with unique sports and recreation activities such as beach buggy racing.

enjoying a phenomenal growth, attracting huge investment into different types of Brazil property with a large number of luxurious hotels, resorts and new residential developments underway. The region offers many major up-market off-plan developments at very affordable prices.

Natal is close to an international airport with a high amount of frequent flights from most large European cities, a large number of chartered flights and many planned international air routes. Natal is also one of the nearest Brazilian cities to North America and Europe (Lisbon is only just under 7 hours away and the UK just over 9 hours).

Taking into consideration the above it is easy to see why Natal property is very attractive with investors and property developers alike.

Brazil land for sale - the attractions?

Friday, February 13th, 2009

The real estate and land investment market in Brazil has been growing in popularity over the past year or so and is set to continue to be so for the future.

The trend is partly down to the combination of strong and sustainable economic growth, low inflation, stable currency, oil self-sufficiency, increased exposure to the international markets, significant Foreign Direct Investment and thriving tourism which have all drawn in substantial investments into Brazil’s property & land investment market with the influx increasing under the good market.

The market is being further intensified by

Cheap labour and inexpensive building material.

Under market value of land for sale in Brazil in certain areas of Brazil offering outstanding growth capital appreciation potential.

Active government incentives for foreign investment which include simplified buying procedure, 100% foreign land and property ownership, a registration process that ensures a free and clear title, low taxes and fees associated with purchasing and owning property and no restrictions over the transfer of profits or capital.

No visa requirements for most Europeans for visits of up to 6 months.

An influx in the number of tourists with over 10 million short term tourists expected in 2008 ( Embratur the Brazilian Tourist Authority).

The Ministry of Tourism invested over the last few years over R$ 1.7 billion (US$1.1 billion) in tourism related projects and infrastructure and they are planning to invest more.

The regions that are currently the most attractive with investors interested in Brazil land is the northeast of the country around the cities of Natal the capital city of the northern state of Rio Grande do Norte and Fortaleza which is the capital of Cear?.

Why is the brazil property investment market so attractive?

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Brazil is a country not really affected by the credit crunch as there is a growing number of Brazilians whom are achieving higher earnings and as such the demand for quality local real estate is also growing.

It is a fact that the number of residents in Brazil that have regular jobs and sufficient income to qualify for mortgages is now over one hundred and twenty million and growing meaning that they can now easier afford to purchase there own property.

This is having a positive effect on the property market as investors are levels of demand and capital growth.

At the moment the Brazil property market is attracting a growing number of foreign property buyers looking for the good financial returns predicted and also for enjoyment. The northeast and especially Rio Grande do Norte and the city of Natal is seeing the most activity and is certainly one of the hot spot areas; here are a few reasons why:

The year round sunny climate means rental income opportunities all year also.

A modern and improving infrastructure

The north east of Brazil is the only tropical region on the planet free of natural disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes & Tsunamis as well as terrorism

Excellent medical facilities

The cost of living is much cheaper than in the UK and Europe

There are more airlines flying to the northeast and Natal and offering lower and more affordable airfares

Thriving tourism industry that is constantly growing in popularity

These factors are having a very positive effect on the real estate market in the northeast of Brazil and because of this an increasing amount of companies both domestic and international are purchasing land for sale in Brazil to develop property to fulfil the demand.

Tourism in The Northest of Brazil is Benefitting The Property Market

Friday, January 9th, 2009

Many people would say that Brazil has it all but up until a year or so ago it has been discovered by foreign investors.

The number of tourists visiting Brazil has grown massively from about 2.5 million in 1997 to over 9 million in 2007.

It is the warm climate and relaxed pace of life combined with the absence of wars or political threats that are a few of the factors attracting tourists which in turn is attracting Brazil property investors for abroad.

Brazil reveals an incomparable diversity of landscapes and many culture attractions that make Brazil a top tourist destination.

affordable cost of living
Year round sunshine
Friendly people
Dramatic scenery and un-spoilt nature
Colourful and intriguing culture
All year round warm and sunny tropical climate
Endless beautiful sandy beaches
World-class and renown football culture
Wonderful food and drinks
Vast rainforests, the Amazon
Good infrastructure in the main cities and parts of the country popular with tourists.

Brazil caters for all tastes from lively and fascinating cities to amazing night life, exceptional festivals, interesting wildlife, beautiful beaches, great outdoors, quiet and charming rural villages as well as friendly and most pleasant population.

Now more and more people are looking for property for sale in Brazil below are a few of the many things that are attracting people to the country.

Brazilians have a unique mixed heritage which has resulted in an exhilarating blend of culture and people. Many historical colonial cities in Brazil like Recife, Sao Luis, Olinda and Salvador, date back to the 16th and 17th centuries and boast magnificent buildings, outstanding world-class architecture, fountains, churches, ruins and towers that add nostalgia and charm to a place that’s already rich in cultural and racial diversity and that still exhibits the traditional ways of living in a society that has preserved its unique folklore, music, dance, art and cuisine.

The atmosphere in Brazil is fun, lively and cheerful and the cities are busy and vibrant with exciting nightlife, carnivals, Samba dancing and music.

Some of Brazil’s unique attractions are:

Rio De Janerio
The carnival of Rio and Salvador
The Iguazu waterfalls
The mighty Amazon River
The endless tropical paradise beaches in the Northeast

Many large tour operators around the globe have now added Brazil to their top destinations with the main cities of the Northeast of Brazil: Fortaleza, Natal and Salvador becoming very popular because of to their sunny weather and beautiful beaches.

A lot of the major international property developers and now seeking Brazil land for sale to build touristic residential resorts aimed at the foreign buyers and international property investors, a lot of this activity is in the north of the country.