Brazil Real Estate News
Property Market Trends and Reviews

Property investors, seeking to make a purchase in Brazil, will surely be interested to learn that holiday rentals are progressing at a fast pace.

According to 'Holiday-Rentals.co.uk', travelers are now becoming a priority for 'binge-holidaymakers', and most property owners are taking advantage of the growing popularity of holiday destinations, such as Brazil.

The Country Manager for Holiday-Rentals.co.uk, Greg Grant, said that the 'Holiday-Rentals.co.uk' now lists out an extraordinary selection of privately-owned holiday homes that enables travelers to find the perfect spot for their home from home, for various holidays throughout the year.

With the investors getting more adventurous, at present, there are hundreds of properties in secluded and exotic locations, as well as city center apartments and unusual conversions.

The international profile of Brazil has risen on the world stage over the last couple of weeks, ever-since, the Formula One Star, Rubens Barrichello and David Beckham, have announced that such sporting facilities will be opened in the North-East of Brazil. The decision by the two sporting stars to invest in Brazil, could be a sort of motivation for others too, who wouldn't have otherwise planned to do so.

Labels: Holiday-rentals, Investment-property

According to a recent trend noticed among British buyers, most of them are considering to purchase their first property abroad.

A property website, BuyAssociation, offers impartial advice on overseas properties. Now that it is getting harder to get on to the UK property ladder, most first-time buyers are turning towards more profitable markets, such as Brazil.

The Property Editor for BuyAssociation, Paul Collins, said "The prices of properties abroad are lower, and in a few countries, it is a lot easier to actually climb on to the housing ladder. A few of the markets are growing at a fast pace, so that you can make a good deal, fairly quickly in these markets, and hopefully, that will help in climbing up the property ladder in UK."

According to a study report by UK National Savings and Investments, it has been found that 84 percent of those in the younger age group (18yrs to 30yrs), believe that purchasing a property abroad, is a more profitable option, than purchasing it in Britain.

During the past five years, the prices of properties in Brazil have risen by 20 percent, and in the year 2006, this has even surpassed a few areas in the North-East.

Labels: Property-prices

An industry expert has said that the real estate market in Brazil is 'hard to surpass'.

Jamie Strong, a property expert, when speaking to the media about the emerging property market in Brazil, said "The one thing which would really help Brazil is, when the mortgages are available to foreigners. That will really open up the market."

Jamie also appreciated the property range available in Brazil, and the ease with which a property can be purchased in the Latin American nation.

The President of 'The Association for Real Estate & Tourism Development' in North-East Brazil (Adit), Felipe Cavalcante, has highlighted the impressive features of the nation for potential investors. About 97 percent of international tourists, who visit Brazil, once again returns and emphasizes on the work that Adit is doing towards building relationships with businesses in the area. It also forms a "one-stop-shop" for foreign investors, who can purchase properties at a "fraction of the price" in Brazil.

According to Felipe, capital appreciation on properties in the North-East of Brazil is expected to pick-up by 30 percent. The Brazilian Institute of Tourism has reported that the tourism in Bahrain is growing at a rate of 7.2 percent.

Labels: Market-Trends

A new golfing resort has been granted planning permission in Brazil, which could possibly attract the sport fans to purchase a property in the country.

The golfing resort will be located in Belmonte, and the work on the building is likely to be complete within 18 months.

The resort will be managed by David Lloyd, the Global leisure club chain, and an agreement to this effect has been signed, which indicates the level of international interest, and the investment that Brazil is currently attracting.

With more than 80,000 members, David Lloyd will receive information about the golfing opportunities at the Brazilian resort, which will provide sufficient international exposure to the nation.

Belmonte is a beautiful stretch of coastline, beginning from Santa Cruz Cabralia, and continues till the boundary between Bahia and Espirito Santa states.

The coastal city has its own airport, and hence those considering property investment in the region, get to access their property by the air.

VRG, the premium airline in Brazil, announced operation of an additional flight connecting Sao Paulo to Madrid, last week. This will be the tenth international route by the airline, forming a part of its plan to reach out to a broader market.

Labels: Golf-property, Resorts

Foreign investors have been showing considerable interest on the Brazilian property market. For decades now, the cities and regions, that immediately surround Rio and Sao Paulo in the south, have been thronged by tourists, and the north is beginning to open up as well. With more investments and better infrastructure in Natal and surrounding areas, the confidence in the northern real estate markets of the country is growing on par with that of south.

The Brazilian government has been putting in a lot of effort to draw investors and tourists attraction, to its balmy South American shores. Direct flights have been offered from Europe, and with the fourth largest airport expected to be ready by 2010 in San Gonzalvo, Brazil is likely to draw lot of attention.

Apart from the said factors, the stable economic conditions, booming tourism industry and beautiful climate in Brazil, strongly support the property market in Brazil, drawing in huge investments.

Strong Political background in Brazil boosts investor confidence
A democratically elected progressive government body is a strong point for Brazil, when it comes to encouraging direct foreign investments and economic policies. Brazil has the international recognition of a stable force in South America, and is dedicated towards improving the quality of life of its residents. The Brazilian Government is the driving force behind the attractiveness of this booming property sector, which in turn, leaves investors with immense confidence in the property sector of the nation, so much that, even global names such as the GE Real Estate and Donald Trump have entered into long term property development and investment commitment in Brazil.

Booming Economy of Brazil appears attractive to real estate investors
According to British Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the Brazilian economy is the tenth largest in the world, with 'Real' as its currency. The GDP of Brazil is R$ 2322 billion last year. The annual growth rate was 3.72% in 2006, with the rate of inflation averaging at 3.1% roughly, making the nation more economically stable and developing in a sustainable way.

The Economy of Brazil is strongly driven by industries such as mining, agriculture, petrochemicals, wood products, electronics, tourism and its trading partners on the worldwide front include major players such as the UK, America, France, China, Japan, Germany and Argentina. The strong and increasing economy and overall accepted economic stability in the global market, further ensures that the market remains an attractive option to property investors seeking long term commitment.

Brazil's low cost of living draws huge demand from investors, expatriates, and tourists
Brazilian cost of living is comparatively 20 percent lower than that of UK, which implies that British expatriates and tourists would find Brazil as a better deal for their pounds purchase, than their own motherland. This seems more appealing to investors who desire to buy in markets where people not only like to visit, but can also afford a vacation, or even prefer to live as a retiree.

Brazil's strong economic programmes improve local affordability and drive employment potential for Brazilian property
With recent statistics from the CIA World Factbook, Brazilian unemployment rate is roughly about 9%. At present, with the targeted government action programmes, these numbers are considerably low. The government has been further encouraging to boost foreign investment and raise tourism numbers. It is expected to create more than a million new jobs in Brazil, decreasing unemployment further.

This emphasis by the government to encourage investment, increase tourism and lower unemployment has boosted investor confidence in the Brazilian market, and its affluence and employment, so that there is low but steady increase in demand for property among the local population. This is a positive sign for long term health of the market, and it is a good fundamental that an investor needs to bear in mind.

Rapid increase in tourism sector directly and positively affects property economy
For the property investors who seek profit in the form of rental income from tourism, Brazilian market would be the right choice, with good potential for investment returns. With several government programmes ear-marked to promote tourism, improve infrastructure, and develop accessibility and attract investment to upgrade amenities and facilities, the country is expected to witness 65 million tourists on an annual basis, as per estimates. Further, the tourism is expected to increase by 4% each year for the next decade or so, which is no doubt, exciting news, for investors looking to let properties to tourists.

No restrictions on Foreign Ownership of Property
The Brazilian government welcomes foreign buyers. Land and property ownership in Brazil is free of restrictions and foreign investors and overseas buyers are treated in the same manner as the Brazilian citizens, with all properties sold on freehold basis. To add to this, other attractive options such as the 15% capital gain tax being waived-off in the case of non-residents, profits in re-invested property and 0% purchase tax on short-term investments, make Brazil the right choice for investors who do not wish to see their properties being eroded by government authorities and bad taxation system.

Ideal landscape in Brazil makes it favorable destination for tourism-driven investments
Brazil's natural landscape offers all kinds of terrain and sight possible, and the buyers will find savannahs, plains, mountains, hills, rainforests, highlands and breathtaking waterfalls highly appealing. Even the geography in Brazil, by itself, will lend itself to every form of tourism from golf based to eco-tourism, and the beaches which stretch 8000 kms or more add to investor potential.

Brazil represents exceptional real estate based opportunity and an exciting, appealing, nation for buyers
People examining the investment property in Brazil, will find that the nation is legendary for its carnivals, range of outdoor activities, and beach life. It is usually found that places with an interesting tourism appeal, will also have an opportunity for real estate. For instance, the Rio de Janeiro, is well-known throughout the world for its annual carnival, attracting plenty of tourists. Hence, it is also increasingly growing as a destination to target property investment approach.

High accessibility makes Brazil, a more attractive option for long-term property investors
With flights that are less than eight hours from the European mainland and the UK, getting to Brazil is no longer difficult, than making it through a day at work, and generally, it is more enjoyable. Accessibility, being the key feature, an investor knows to consider his long term prospects in a market, and Brazil has all positive notes in this respect, generating interest and confidence in property-based investments.

Brazil's weather pattern suites one and all, generating more investor potential
Vast geographical expansion gives Brazil, five distinct climate regions, which virtually means, anyone can choose a weather pattern that suites them, be it, a holiday maker, a business professional, or a retiree. View Current Brazil Weather

Hence, on the whole, the investment property that Brazil has to offer is getting more attractive, with the Brazilian government reaching out to foreign investors. With the rapid increase in tourism figures, the nation is becoming an emerging star for both international property investors and expatriates.

Labels: Economy, Investment-property, Market-Trends

Independent overseas property portal Amberlamb stated that it was generally accepted that if there is any problem in economy of America means it would have repercussions in the economies of rest of the world but Brazil is showing solidity even in the face of American financial crisis.

Brazil has advanced on the path to economic stability in the last decade. Given the demand for Brazilian commodities and high levels of foreign investment, Brazil has made lasting improvements in the economy. Thanks to Brazil's financial solvency and is no longer dependent on the United States or any other country.

There are certain sectors of the economy that have consistently shown double-digit growth in recent years. Brazil has taken bold steps to diversify its own economy and encouraged overseas property investors to invest in Brazil.

Amberlamb reported that Brazil offers excellent investment opportunities and soaring land prices were pushing up the value of property in many areas.

Labels: Economy

The neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro is now being considered as a profitable property investment.

The Leblong district, located along the sandy beaches of Rio, is fast emerging as a hot place for the rich and famous to make frequent visits, thanks to 'rarity fuel booms', reports the International Herald Tribune (IHT).


Leblon has experienced a 15 percent increase over the past three years, and most areas in the Southern Rio too, have witnessed similar 'strong growth' in real estate values.

Jose Conde Caldas, the President of the Commission for Urban Development at the Association of Real Estate Company Directors in Rio, while describing the nature of investment in this region, mentioned that the wealthy and famous, wish to live in Jardim Pernambuco, due to its fierce security, and an exceptionally high capital growth, that averages around 45 percent during the past three years.

"People here, purchase a house and demolish it, to obtain the exact kind of property in which they wish to live there. An amount of even upto $4 million is said to have been spent on a house, which was bulldozed immediately."

The expert researcher of the Property Investor and Homebuyer Show, had described Brazil as an emerging posed country, which is one the verge of a property boom.

Labels: Rio-de-Janeiro

Brazil's 'sultry north-east' has been emphasized as a lucrative destination for property investors, in a British National newspaper.

According to 'The Times' the attractions in the area are obvious, with long, sandy white beaches, high temperatures during January, and the prices of properties being atleast one-third cheaper than its counter-parts in Southern Spain.

The President of Association for Tourism Development and Real Estate in Brazil, Felipe Cavalcante de Melo Lima, has described the property prices in the region as 'stratospheric growth', during the recent past.

Speaking to the media, he said "A few locations have witnessed capital appreciation by more than 1000 percent during the past five years. Lima has also predicted a modest growth of 12 percent this year."

The newspaper focused on the old town of Bahia, located in north-east of Brazil, and it was pointed out as a profitable area, worth investing. The report says that just a couple of years ago, the investors could purchase a run-down property for less than £50,000, but now, even dilapidated town houses are sold at a price of more than £5,00,000.

During early part of this month, 'NuWireInvestor', an independent property website, quoted Brazil, as a top investment destination, with the Latin American county given a second place in its list of 'Top five Latin American real estate markets' released last November.

Labels: Bahia, Investment-property

Brazils Salvador de Bahia, is said to be a 'magnet for tourists'.

Labels: Bahia, Environment-friendly, Tourism

Flying to Brazil is now made easier, which comes as good news for property investors.

A low-cost flight booking service, Alternative Airlines, has included Brazilian airline Gol to its booking engine, offering travelers another option for booking their trip.

Being the largest low-budget airline in Brazil, it operates domestic flights throughout the country, with San Paulo being the main hub.

According to a representative of Alternative Airlines, "This is a real breakthrough, and now more options can be given to customers with plenty of airline choices. Passengers usually desire to book the cheapest fare possible, without much botheration about the in-flight meals provided."

The Brazilian Tourism Institute has announced that its expenditure by visitors to the country has touched £2.5 billion, the highest ever amount, in 2007. According to the Central Bank in the country, the month of December, particularly, is the month that recorded maximum tourist revenues, touching £469 million.

Labels: Tourism, Travel

According to sources, the Southern Brazil has enjoyed a phase of growing financial stability.
The Brazilian Central Bank (BCB) has announced that the region benefits from low inflation, growing foreign trade and more jobs.

According to reports by anba.com, the figures are based on performances until the end of third quarter, which suggests that southern regions are ahead of others in the country.

Economic Policy Director, Mario Mesquita, has said that the southern region has been witnessing rapid expansion, with foreign trade growing intensely in the region and also in Parana.

An additional 133,300 jobs have come up in the south in a span of three months, until November 2007. The retail trade on the other hand, has reported an eight percent growth over an eight-month period last year.

Parana, which borders Paraguay and Argentina, includes more than ten million population, and is still a major producer of coffee.

Labels: Economy