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    first time buyer - where to buy?

    Experts said average home value to decline a maximum of 30% from peak, so far have gone down near half that figure, I'm not quite sure. and were expecting a bottom bewteen now and 2010 the latest, but fundamentals still support the case that prices will keep on doubling every 7-8 years...
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    first time buyer - where to buy?

    8.5% is ridiculously high rate, However I wouldn't buy anywhere unless I know I'd buying quite below market value, if you buy well below market value as is the case with off plan property you have locked in a good profit margin, don't just count on rent, They are right about Dubai...
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    first time buyer - where to buy?

    Greece offers up to 100% mortgages for new homes, typical 5.8% APR, or an off plan below market value would do for a short term investment, as for longer term investment there's no way to guarantee rental income but that it's down to you doing some research with letting agents... You will...
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    first time buyer - where to buy?

    Hi, if you are familiar with the property market of Crete, I can recommend you various certified builders, you buy direct, and below market value.. please check my detailed threads in greece sections about rental, returns etc. you can buy a good house with 5% deposit or less, in...
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    IFAS REQUIRED for overseas developer in Cyprus, Greece and Crete

    Dear Paul We do the same thing here in Crete, just curious on what finance solutions is available to your clients.. finance is not a problem in Greece I don't know much about Cyprus we offer up to 100% mortgage for UK clients with fulltime employment status and a simple criteria...
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    Property Tax in Greece

    that's VAT they Introduced , it applies on your second home and onwards, first timers not affected, purchase tax is 9 to 13% depends on your circmstances and property ownership type
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    EUR 60,000 to invest

    I think your best bet is off plan property, you can invest in the UK, do you live close? check out serliana.com
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    EUR 60,000 to invest

    From what you are saying you sound like a conservative investor who wants to put in the minimum amount in a 'hands off' automated investment..... Unfortunately it doesn't work like that, If I were you I'd pick any country based on tax regime and finance facilities, that's my first...
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    Be vigilant when buying in Greece

    For Clients from the UK it is highly reccomended to find a solicitor through the british embassy in athens, it will be a greek speaking, certified solicitor, then they will come to view the property together and go through the buying process or the solicitor comes on his own if he is granted...
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    Be vigilant when buying in Greece

    All estate agents are licensed but some are cowboy builders or run illegal scams on desputed land, The serious ones stay with you after the sale, the house is bult according to international standards, offer a guaranty and insurance, what is very obvious at a glance is the size of the...
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    Be vigilant when buying in Greece

    I cannot comment on this case but being in the real estate sales business in greece I know for a fact that many small estate agents are corrupted as are their lawyers, one moment you may be sold a seemingly legitimate land plot only to have the archeology and the ministry of culture come...
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    Anyone buying in Greece?

    Buying in Greece Hi, I actually live in Crete, work as a salesman/promoter for various construction companies, The market has risen a lot in recent years and is now consolidating, you can choose among 100's of new properties offered, My advice is to only consider new and certified...
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    EUR 60,000 to invest

    Dear Brian I work in sales in Greece/Crete here the market offers around 9% annual growth on average, yet there' s misleading commercials about 20 or 30% like you said, but thats short lived or unrealistic, the fact is 9% , long holiday season, winter rental is possible too, and...
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    looking to buy a house in west crete

    Hi there, I actually live in Chania and work closely with some private owners and construction companies in Chania, First I advise you to only consider new and certified buildings, don't bother with old ones.... second don't buy a property on paid viewing trips offers, take your time...
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    I want to invest in property, where is best

    There's many places, anywhere in the mediterranean is good choice, avoid Dubai for the time being, market is due for a steep 10% correction next year, also avoid North Cyprus unless you really find a certified legal seller with properties being internatinally recognized as legitimate...
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