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US ranked top for investment in 2012

The United States has been named as the top destination to invest in by members of the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE).

3 January 2012

Five biggest pitfalls to avoid when buying a property abroad

Legal expert Peter Esders of Chebsey & Co offers an insight into dodging the most common problems experienced by UK buyers. Heed his advice and buying really can be fun...

1 January 2012

10 things to consider when buying on a golf resort

Golfing writer Peter Swain shares his know-how to ensure you don't putt a foot wrong when buying a golf property.

1 January 2012

10 best golf resorts for non-golfers

Sixty per cent of people who buy on golf resorts don't actually play golf, so what do they – and golf widows – spend their time doing? We ask golf course expert Peter Swain to pick the best resorts for non-putters

1 January 2012

Where's best to invest?

While Europe busies itself with sacking presidents and saving its currency, how about looking further afield for a holiday home with investment potential? Zoe Dare Hall seeks out three of the hottest current contenders in the emerging markets

1 January 2012

The do's and dont's of Spanish bank owned properties

Spain is swimming in properties that have been repossessed by the banks, the new accidental estate agents. But how do you tackle this sector of the market? Zoe Dare Hall counsels caution before you take the plunge...

1 January 2012

The Adriatic's new A-list

They share one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe, but what is happening in the property markets of Croatia, Montenegro and Albania?

1 January 2012

Greece: Gifts to be had or time to beware?

Greece faces a return to the drachma and years of austerity. But does that mean rich pickings for overseas buyers?

1 January 2012

Affordable Tuscany

Bestselling books and celebrity residents have fuelled property prices in the hotspots of Tuscany. But the market has now corrected itself - and affordable projects are springing up, so the Tuscan dream may not be out of reach...

1 January 2012

10 things you should never do when buying abroad

The Association of Overseas Property Agents (AIPP) formed in 2006 to provide some regulation in the industry. After five years of operations, it's now well placed to offer insight into the common pitfalls....

1 January 2012