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    10 bedroom house what to do with it?

    Hello guys, Have 5 single bedrooms with students in them using shared kitchen, one bathroom/laundry sep toilet. Another 2 double bedrooms have their own lounge and bathroom. plus the owners original accommodation of 3 bedrooms, 2 lounges, kitchen. Laundry, toilet. Currently tenanted by...
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    Investing in Bansko

    Hi Drew, I am very interested in this post. tim I have gone to the link you have posted and it is very interesting. how do you get Average Property Growth: 30.9% Cost of Living: Exceptionally Low (approximately ₤10 for a 3 course meal) Economic Stability and Strong Growth: 4% on...
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    Rental House needed

    Hey all, We are looking for a small house (2 bed?) to rent in early September, possibly for the winter, but at least while we look for somewhere to buy. We are hoping to settle within an hour north and east of Toulouse. We are living in Crete at present and information is difficult to get...
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    Moving to Nijmegen in Netherlands

    hi christopher, Hi, I am an American living here in the Netherlands. The requirements for an American to live and work here is somewhat different than those from the EU. I would suggest looking at the IND site here...www.ind.nl and it should give you the information you need. Nijmegan is a...
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    Pitfalls buying direct from owner ?

    Hi everyone, Can anybody advise whether there are any pitfalls from buying direct from the owner of a property via an advert, who is not using an estate agent ? Thanks a lot
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    My thoughts on Buying houses for cheap prices

    Hey Guys, I wrote an article for my website a few days ago about the techniques I use to buy houses cheaper than what they are really worth. I think this is very important because if you can gain immediate equity on a purchase you are well on your way getting a great property deal. Please...
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    Moving to Portugal ? Lisbon

    Welcome all, I am looking to move to Portugal in September for 6 months - possibly longer. Does anyone have any experiences or advice that I should hear before I go? Are there any websites specifically for English people living in Portugal? I have a place to stay and enough cash to...
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    Where to buy best/worst views please!

    Hi Joshua, ok lets look at some facts: I have lived and worked in many countries, so am happy to comment, although not an expert. FRANCE: getting expensive & overpriced, French not that keen on Brits anyway, and your children will probably not enjoy their schooling. It is near to the uk though...
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    Australians moving from South Africa to Calgary, Canada

    Hi, hope to be relocating to Calgary, Canada by mid-year. Currently going through the process of getting a temporary work permit (valid for 2 years) and would appreciate any help on the topics of: 1) getting money into Canada to get us started, 2) driving licenses & 3) buying a bungalow or...
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    Moving from UK to USA

    Hi everyone, My wife and I are planning on moving to the US in 2 - 3 years time. We would like to go to Vegas as I have relatives there (American),I also have relatives in Colorado and Los Angeles. We haven't made any steps to doing this yet as we don't know how to go about it. Can...
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    Financial Planner

    Hey Guys, Thank you for taking the time to read my posting. I am currently living in Spain, but I?m returning to the United States in July. In August, I will begin my new career as a financial planner. My partner specializes only in the US. I?m very interested in eventually working with...
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    Transit resident

    Hello Drew, If you require any information on being a Resident/Nonresident I would suggest that you look at the Empassy's web sites of the country's you would like to visit, they do have sections on this matter. Do you just want to visit these countries for three to four months at a time? or...
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    Mortgage advice

    Hi, I live in my father?s house, which in reality is mine, but in his name. Due to there being a high buy-to-let interest rate on the house, would it be more beneficial to put the house in my name, pay my fathers capital gains costs and any other fees and obtain a lower interest rate, or leave...
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    Sound Investment in Bulgeria?

    Welcome all, I've been doing a bit of research on Bulgaria, exploring the possibility of buying an apartment on the Black sea coast, Sunny Beach. I'm looking to go out there sometime. From what I have read, Bulgaria is a pretty sound investment, is this really the case? Is it the new Costa del...
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    Investment in Bulgaria as attractive as Spain

    Hi Drew, Bulgaria has become extremely popular over the last few years both as an investment property nd a vacation property. Mongolia however is quickly becoming another very popular investment destination. This is largely being driven by the recent discoveries of gold, copper and coal in the...
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    Buying in North Cyprus

    I agree with you, but now that the politics are changing there are stories of Greeks coming back to claim old property and some people have been caught. Thanks Fabian
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    House insurance

    Last Tuesday I paid my annual house / contents insurance premium with AXA.Insurance. I used a local agent, who has local knowledge and for my two houses and contents I paid 241.69 EUROS. Last night I checked Schofields insurance online for a quote. They asked for my address (no doubt I will be...
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    Information for buying property

    We are thinking of buying a property in Northern Cyprus in the near future. Could anyone please give advice in the following areas? How do you get to meet English speaking solicitors and how do you know that they are reputable? Any recommendations? What builders/estate agents should we...
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