Buying a Brazilian property could be an "exceptional investment" chance, according to an expert.

HomesGoFast.com conducted a survey of over 1,000 visitors which showed that simply having a second home was the second most popular reason for getting into overseas property, while relocation and retirement also featured in the research. Nicholas Marr, chief executive officer of HomesGoFast.com, said that International real estate is simply another vehicle for investors seeking to maximize their returns and may account for the popularity of emerging markets such as Brazil and Egypt.

Javier Fernandez-Pena, executive chairman at Spanish construction company Confide Brasil, said that international investors will soon be looking closely at Brazilian property as it is starting to be seen as a fashionable country. He also commented that in the short term, construction work on resorts in the South American country was going to be reliant on internal investors and the number of people looking into property in Brazil is likely to rise "dramatically".

However, Mr. Simcox, sales and business development manager at the International Homes Network suggested that investors need to look at the future management of each property that they buy. "It is going to be an armchair investment so people back in the UK need to make sure that everything is in place to ensure that that property ticks over quite nicely and yields well for them. The capital appreciation will take care of itself," he added.

As well as Rio de Janeiro is set to be a property hotspot in the coming years, with the city hosting the Olympic Games in 2016, while the 90,000 seat Maracana stadium is also expected to host the football World Cup final when the country hosts the event in 2014.

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Brazilian property could be a great investment, after experts have predicted other countries investment prices continue to rise.

According to research from the Global Property Guide, house prices are set to increase in Switzerland, Norway, New Zealand, Portugal and Sweden, making Brazilian real estate more attractive to investors. In RP Data-Rismark's National Home Value Index, house prices in Australia increased by 11.3 per cent in the first 11 months of 2009, possibly forcing people to look towards looking investing in Brazilian property.

The current global economic crisis has had an effect on international property investment, with some areas either struggling or flourishing because of the strength of their currency. Property in Brazil could be one of the top areas to invest in over the coming years as it has one of the world's "healthiest economic growths".

The reports are backed up by Paul Fenelle, a regular visitor to Brazilian property for investment purposes, said that with tourist zones in the north east of the country improving in safety, the mounting market for holiday, residential and rental property could prove to be an "exceptional investment". The region’s stunning beaches, moderate tropical climate and cheap properties make it an excellent location for Brazilian real estate investment.

In related news, Building.co.uk has also commended on the country's investment potential, saying that the 2016 Olympics and the 2014 World Cup will make Brazilian property more attractive. The source added that the international competitions will "boost the country's already blossoming market", with the IMF predicting the GDP will grow by 2.5 per cent as a result.

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Dubai's Jumeirah Group plans to open its first hotels in Brazil after witnessing the country's recent economic growth and the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympic games generate demand, according to a report.

James Erlacher, senior vice president of development for the Americas at the Dubai-based Jumeirah Group, said that the time is right now for them to be entering the Brazilian market, according to Bloomberg newswire reports. Jumeirah's priority is to operate hotels in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's biggest cities, and it's also considering resorts "primarily in the northeast part of the country," Erlacher said.

Famed for its Four Seasons hotels, they expect to reach agreements with developers of three projects in the next 18 months, including hotels in Sao Paulo and Rio and a beach resort while the north-eastern part of the country may also be targeted, Alinio Azevedo, the chain’s director of development for South America and the Caribbean said in an interview. He added that the number one attraction for the group is to really understand the wealth creation that has happened in Brazil in the last eight to 10 years.

According to Tourism Minister, Luiz barreto, further strengthening of the Brazilian real, which has rallied 34 percent this year against the dollar, the most of any major currency, may drive away foreign visitors to Rio before it hosts the 2016 Olympics. The real's gains have been driven in part by investors buying stocks and bonds on prospects the country is among those emerging fastest from the global financial crisis. In more good news for Overseas property investors, Economists surveyed by the central bank predicted GDP will expand 0.2 percent this year and 5 percent in 2010, according to the median estimate.

Meanwhile, Brazil won an investment-grade rating from Moody's Investors Service putting it one level above high- yield or junk at all three major ratings companies. Moody’s cited Brazil’s "strong economic and financial resilience" during the worldwide slowdown.

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The Brazilian property market is set to see more foreign investment following a deal between Cyrela Commercial Properties and Canadian and Singapore funds.

Cyrela Commercial Properties Empreendimentos e Particoacoes concentrates on developing and acquiring office buildings, shopping malls and distribution centers for renting. They currently own 190,000 sq m of leasable area and 159,000 sq m of projects which are undergoing work and will be delivered within the next few years.

Recently Cyrela has entered a joint venture with GIC Real Estate, a division of the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board's (CPPIB's) real estate subsidiary to take advantage of the market for commercial property in Brazil. The joint venture will involve an initial investment of $400 million (£242.8 million), with $150 million from each partner and $100 million from Cyrela. GIC Real Estate and CPPIB will then have the option to expand their outlay by up to $250 million.

Cyrela said that the joint venture indicate the continuing prosperity of the Brazilian property market following the government's efforts to boost the sector.

In related news, Cyrela, Gafisa and Rossi Residencial are likely to have posted higher operational profits than in 2008, analysts from five banks and brokerages told Reuters.

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Foreign investors in real estate expect to spend significantly more around the world, particularly in Brazil in 2009 than they did in 2008, according to reports.

The 17th Annual AFIRE (Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate) Foreign Investment Survey conducted by the James A. Graaskamp center for Real estate at the Wisconsin School of Business placed Brazil 2nd in countries offering the best opportunity for capital appreciation. Brazil moved 10 places to replace China as the second best opportunity for capital appreciation behind the U.S.

According to figures from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Foreign direct investment in Brazil amounted to $41.7 million last year compared to $34.6 million in 2007. Meanwhile, Michael Sutton of Write about Property said that Brazil property is to double in value over the next five years. He explained that Brazil growing into one of the fifth largest economies in the world over the next 5 years, this would see Brazil property grow from its current price to prices similar to those found in the world's bigger economies.

According to the Daily mail, Paul Irvine, co-founder of Dehouche said that Brazil continues to be considered the country with the most stable and secure real estate investment opportunities and the leading market for capital appreciation. "Most investors are motivated by capital appreciation - prices have been going up steadily - and the lifestyle. Brazil's all about living life to the full," he asserts.

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Brazilian property is the most popular among investors as increasing numbers of Brits look to put their cash in bricks and mortar, according to a media outlet.

Homesgofast.com tracked the level of interest in real estate and countries based on both the number of visitors as well as the actual buyer enquiries and have reported that it has seen demand for accommodation in the country beat all of the 70 other regions in which the website operates.

Nicholas Marr, chief executive of the portal confirmed that Brazilian property section has been the number one place for thousands of visitors each day. Poor returns on savings and insecurity about stocks and shares are perhaps leading people to consider Brazil real estate as an alternative investment vehicle.

He commented: "It seems low prices, good infrastructure and some good packaging by developers is making the region irresistible."

According to a report from local news agency Estado, cited by Dow Jones newswires that the there was a 75 per cent rise in the number of people looking to finance buying a property in Brazil during the first half of 2009 which signifies a huge rise in demand for mortgage credit as more people look to take their first step onto the Brazilian property ladder.

In related news, Brazilian property has come third in a list of the most searched-for real estate markets in the MoveChannel.com's June Investment Property Watch report, demonstrating the continuing popularity of the country. According to the website, the World Cup "kicked off new interest in its property sector".

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Now may be the best time to buy Brazilian property as the effects of the global economic recession have created bargains in the market and the country has been named as one of the top five areas for investment, according to an expert.

According to Real estate portal Propertyabroad.com, Rio de Janeiro and Natal in the north-east are the two of the best cities in the world for buying a home. The website refers to the predictions that the South American nation is set to become the fifth largest economy in the world in the next ten years, with Brazil real estate values set to follow suit.

Properties in Rio are still available at a fraction of the cost of comparable properties in the world's major cities like Paris, Rome and London. The portal added that the cheapest apartment in London is over £150,000 whereas investors can buy a 3 bedroom house in Natal for £120,000.

Meanwhile, Les Calvert, director of Property Abroad said that the economic crisis has led to bargain Brazil real estate coming onto the market for savvy investors, who are also likely to see values double over the next five years.

Thomas Shapiro, president of GoldenTree InSite Partners, said in Global Real Estate Summit that a recent 104-unit development in Sao Paulo sold out in four hours, showing demand for Brazilian property is picking up. The economy looks better than expected for the coming year, Mr. Shapiro stated, according to Reuters reports.

His views back up comments from Steve Worboys, director of Experience International, added that an increasing number of investors are realizing the potential of property in Brazil.

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Brazilian property companies have been reporting strong financial results in recent months and investors are realizing the potential of rental property in Brazil which is attracting a new set of buyers to the market.

Steve Worboys, director of Experience International explains that the coming years are set to yield benefits from the government's continued commitment to investing in the country's tourism industry and the new housing plan. The country is well placed, following the announcement that 12 Brazilian cities will host the finals of the football competition and analysts are predicting a boom in property investment around the areas which will stage matches.

He commented: "Rental opportunities will abound and those buying land and real estate in the country should reap the rewards."

Vibecke Lykke Olsen, co-founder of Brazilian property developer ViaMar Groupo asserts that while the north-east of Brazil has always been popular with tourists due to its fantastic year-round climate and the fact that it is the closest point to Europe, the news that the World Cup is coming to Natal will add to its appeal. Paul Irvine, co-founder of Dehouche,says that European investors are attracted to £50,000 beach properties in Natal as it is relatively accessible, according to Daily mail erports.

"I haven't even thought about the prices yet for the World Cup but I'm sure every room will be booked up and people should book early to secure accommodation because it will be expensive, I'm sure of it," she concluded.

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The global investing community has recognized Brazil as a promising destination for capital investment, as the country's market has become more affordable, according to a new report.

Management consulting firm A T Kearney's Global Retail Development Index shows that Brazil is one of the top ten most appealing locations for investment. Hana Ben-Shabat, a partner at A.T. Kearney and co-leader of the study said, "With economic conditions in developed markets improving so slowly, emerging markets are becoming much more important sources of growth for global retailers."

Brazilian real estate suddenly looks extremely attractive-especially in relation to pricey North American and European markets. Foreign investors are steadily placing about $200 million a year in Brazilian properties, but that figure skyrocketed last year to a record $2.5 billion. Brazil's government is currently supportive of development and property rights and trying to upgrade opportunities without nationalizing industries. President Lula realizes that foreign investment can improve the lot of poor people.

Andrea Stephen, Cadillac Fairview Corp. Ltd executive vice-president says that CF looked at the other BRIC markets and concluded the conditions are better in Brazil to generate good returns without taking on extraordinary risk.

Meanwhile, Scott Wolstein, Developers Diversified's chairman and CEO, said in a statement, "we find the opportunity to double the size of our investment in Brazil over the next few years highly compelling, considering current unleveraged development IRRs in Brazil are around 20% and cap rate compression on existing assets is expected to accelerate."

In related news, The InterContinental Hotels Group said it has signed agreements for building of four new hotels in the country and 12 cities will now have a Holiday Inn Express. Alvaro Diago, area president at IHG Latin America, said the booming tourism industry in the country makes it ideal for investment, which is good news for people who already have property in Brazil.

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The fourth annual business-to-business tourism and real estate event generated R$ 457 million worth of investment capital for the Northeast region of Brazil.

Nordeste Invest, was held at the Maceió Convention Center, in the state of Alagoas from 31st March till 2nd April 2009. The event was attended by Over 100 businesses of 17 different nationalities gathered at the Convention Centre in order to find out about the opportunities of investment in the Brazilian Northeast region. Nordeste Invest was held for the first time in March 2006 and the second event was held in Salvador Bahia consolidated the event as a meeting point for international investors.

Many UK businesses which attended this year's conference have already formed business collaborations with Brazilian companies which include Salamanca Capital from London, Kapital International from Scotland and Property Frontiers in Oxford. The event attracted 1320 participating exhibitors and collaborators; and 105 international investors, of which 73 were funded by ADIT Nordeste and APEX Brazil as delegates from countries such as: Spain, Argentina, Portugal, UK, Italy, France and the United States.

Colony Capital, from US, one of the biggest real estate private equity companies in the world also attended the event to expand their investments in Brazil. Ben Jefferis of Property Frontiers in UK says: "We consider Brazil to be one of the destinations where it is possible to invest in real estate with good return conditions because of the region’s market’s growth projection." This confidence stems again from the region’s economic and political stability demonstrated in the past.

EMBRATUR, the Government's Tourism division, pledged over £2 million to the region at the event. Jeanine Pires President of EMBRATUR, commented; "We want to promote the natural and cultural diversity of Brazil. We want to draw attention to the possible experiences on offer in our sensational country at any time of year; invite people to seek more information about the different types of travel available in Brazil for pleasure or for business."

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Investors are advised to look at property for sale in Brazil because of the country's strong economy, according to an expert.

James Gonzalez, market analyst at Obelisk Investment Property, says that the country is "stable" under the leadership of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and says the economy is "thriving" as the exports grew by nearly 15 per cent last month and people have the confidence to spend money. The Economic Commission for Latin America also reported that the country's stock market registered a healthy trade surplus of $3,700 billion (£2,456 billion). Mr. Gonzalez has said that this tendency looks set to continue for the rest of the year, which is likely to be good news for Brazilian property investors

Paulo Wrobel, from the commercial section of the Brazilian embassy in London states that South American nation is likely to perform better during the recession than developed countries because the markets are "very robust". Mr. Wrobel asserts that the regulations in place in Brazil are very strict for the last decade or so and the country has not seen the kind of turmoil experienced by other major powers.

He commented: "The construction is growing quite substantially but there was no madness in terms of lending for those without the capacity to pay."

A consensus between analysts in the field of Latin American finances has found that Brazil and Mexico will be the healthiest economies in Latin America in 2009, Property Abroad reports. Property investors in Brazil will also experience a stronger-than-average drop in inflation, the magazine asserts.

Meanwhile, Brazilian property investors could be interested to hear that Mr Meirelles, the president of the Latin American nation's Central Bank predicts the economy will grow at a rate faster than the global forecast of two per cent.

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Investors are advised to look at property for sale in Brazil because of the country's strong economy, according to an expert.

James Gonzalez, market analyst at Obelisk Investment Property, says that the country is "stable" under the leadership of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and says the economy is "thriving" as the exports grew by nearly 15 per cent last month and people have the confidence to spend money. The Economic Commission for Latin America also reported that the country's stock market registered a healthy trade surplus of $3,700 billion (£2,456 billion). Mr. Gonzalez has said that this tendency looks set to continue for the rest of the year, which is likely to be good news for Brazilian property investors.

Paulo Wrobel, from the commercial section of the Brazilian embassy in London states that South American nation is likely to perform better during the recession than developed countries because the markets are "very robust". Mr. Wrobel asserts that the regulations in place in Brazil are very strict for the last decade or so and the country has not seen the kind of turmoil experienced by other major powers.

He commented: "The construction is growing quite substantially but there was no madness in terms of lending for those without the capacity to pay."

A consensus between analysts in the field of Latin American finances has found that Brazil and Mexico will be the healthiest economies in Latin America in 2009, Property Abroad reports. Property investors in Brazil will also experience a stronger-than-average drop in inflation, the magazine asserts.

Meanwhile, Brazilian property investors could be interested to hear the president of the Latin American nation's Central Bank predicts the economy will grow at a rate faster than the global forecast of two per cent.

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The Brazilian Northeast has been attracting the attention of foreign companies and Jumeirah Group is the latest in that list which has a continuous strategy to be the biggest luxury hotel chain in the world, this time turning its attention to Brazil's northeast.

James Erlacher, the Senior Vice-President of Development for the Americas will participate in Nordeste Investe 2009 in Maceio, while estimating the company's possibilities of settling in Northeast Brazil. Jumeirah, having their headquarters in Dubai, wants to spread to American soil - and for them, Brazil spikes as a favored area for various reasons: the Brazilian economic and political stability, the progressive middle-class consumption and the 2014 World Cup.

Mr. Erlacher commented: "Brazil has a government that understands the challenges that the global economy faces." "There are many development opportunities in Brazil, particularly in the north-east. Brazil represents a very strategic market for us," he said.

A variety of opportunities have surfaced to promote the tourist-real estate developments in Northeast Brazil and it is bringing developers from an international level. Most potential buyers head to the northeast of the country, where the Fernando de Noronha, Alagoas and the Marau peninsula have been named among the best destinations for beaches.

Property prices in Northeast Brazil have seen stratospheric growth, fuelled by an emerging Brazilian middle class and an international campaign to attract investors to be staged across the whole country. Felipe Cavalcante de Melo Lima, president of the Association for the Development of Tourism and Real Estate in the Brazilian Northeast says "Some locations have seen capital appreciation of more than 1,000% in five years," he predicts a more modest 12% increase for this year.

In related news, David Gordon, commercial director of Qualta Resorts, comments "Northeast Brazil is like southern Spain 10 or 20 years ago and it is a fabulous alternative to Spain and is more affordable than the Caribbean. People are fed up with the classic Costa del Sol pitch, which has become one big ghetto of British people."

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Brazil has maintained its investment-grade credit rating in Standard and Poor's latest report due to its external liquidity position and improved fiscal dynamics.

Standard and Poor's analysts said in a statement that the BBB rating reflects the dramatic improvement in Brazil's external and public sector balance sheet. It also praised Brazilian government for their commitment to low inflation and a primary budget surplus "that has dispelled previous concerns over medium-term fiscal sustainability." The analysts added that declining interest rates will progress growth and reduce the cost of government debt, while Brazil’s change to a net creditor from a net debtor will help shield the country from global economic recession.

Brazil was appointed investment grade by Standard and Poor's at the end of April 2008 and in the latest report it has retained the credit rating. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's popularity also will be supportive in pushing through policy changes needed to tackle "significant economic challenges" this year; however, S&P expects Brazil's economy to shrink 1 percent in 2009.

During an address at an investor conference in New York, Brazilian president contradicted predictions that the country's financial system will shrink in 2009 and said that it will expand this year as the economy was well prepared for the global financial crisis.

"We will grow in 2009 less than what we would like, less than we could grow if there was no external crisis. But we will grow," he said

The stable outlook on the BBB- long-term credit rating, the lowest investment-grade level, is "supported by the government's commitment to prudent macroeconomic policies," bloomberg .com reports.

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Now there's good news for the investors who didn't buy in a Brazilian property development as prime units sold quickly, two penthouses have come back on the market, it has been announced.

Pipa, is one of Brazil's most popular and highly protected resort towns with russet-colored Chapadao cliff that forms a backdrop to its breathtaking beaches. Local authorities in the town maintain strict regulations to conserve the natural resources and Construction is strictly limited to two storeys and dwellings cannot encroach into the Atlantic Forest. Luxury apartments currently being built in the boutique resort of Pipa Beleza were sold quickly when they were first put up for sale, and now there is another opportunity for Brazilian property investors to get their hands on these units.

Samantha Gore, Sales & Marketing Director of Brazil specialist agents www.uv10.com commented that considering today's economic climate, it is vital to stay close to the estate agent if the investors want to take advantage of previously sold-out homes coming back onto the market. Prime units such as the Pipa Beleza pents quickly re-sell to eager purchasers waiting in the wings. She also recommended to act swiftly and to have payment in place to seize the moment.

The two Pipa Beleza penthouses combines the Norwegian design with Brazilian rustic charm, each have two floors with two bedrooms on the lower floor and the huge roof terrace. The penthouses have full access to Pipa Beleza's luxurious 'Zen' Spa facilities with pleasure-seeking Balinese baths, massage treatments and Yoga.

Pipa Beleza also houses an swimming pool with a swim-up bar, restaurant, champagne gazebo , rooftop juice bar, shop, 24-hour security and full on-site rental management.

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It's good news for Brazil’s economy and wonderful timing for investors looking for an overseas property as Experts said that Brazil economy in 2008 is its best growth in 14 years.

MercoPress has cited The United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean and reported that Brazil's economy will have grown by 5.8 per cent by the end of the year. Brazil's overall growth during 2008 is the highest figure since 1994. Finance minister Guido Mantega said that the Programa de Aceleração do Crescimento - PAC (Accelerated Growth Programme), the strong domestic market and the government's investments all contributed to the strong growth.

John Welch, The chief global economist of Itaú bank recently said Brazil's economy is one of the best prepared to face the global crisis and will not enter into recession in 2009. Welch identified two main reasons why Brazil is well placed to defy the global downturn: the surplus in its external trade in commodities is relatively small (5% of GDP), prudent monetary and fiscal policies and deepened their structural reforms have been implemented over the last decade.

This comes after the news that Property Bond International claims that there is an immediate requirement for 8.5 million homes in Brazil this requirement is rising by 1.5 million every year due to the nation having such a young population

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Prospective investors looking for investing in Brazilian property could be interested to hear that Kuwait is seeking an investment opportunity in the country, it has been reported.

According to the Brazil Arab News Agency, Kuwait's ambassador Mr. Waleed Al-Kandari, wants closer ties between the countries to Brazil is currently in the state of Bahia to evaluate investment opportunities for his country. The ambassador believes that the tourism sector in some Brazilian states has potential to receive investment from the country. He said that the idea is to schedule meetings with governors and businessmen and further strengthen and develop relations between Brazil and Kuwait. The news agency added that Kuwait is looking for options in the tourism, petrochemical and agribusiness sectors.

Bahia is one of the largest States of Brazil; with a long coastal line, most of it in intertropical zones, Bahia has many beautiful beaches. The overwhelming beautiness of nature compensates for the shortage of a few facilities; and certain beaches still preserve much of the wild life. The news agency reported that the beautiful beaches,sun and heat almost all year round, natural beauties and historic sites has made Bahia as an important tourism hub.

Meanwhile, Adman Kassar, the CEO of one of Lebanon's largest banks, recently told Brazzil Magazine that Brazil is one of the best locations for investment.

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Overseas investors considering property for sale in Brazil could be interested to hear the nation is being tipped again as the right place for investments.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said that the newly acquired investment grading would act as an enticement for foreign investment and those who are planning to buy property for sale in Brazil. The grading will unleash additional flows to the country, reports Mercopress.

The rating reflects a spectacular development in the country's private and public sector balance sheet that has made Brazil increasingly resilient to global credit crunch and improved the credibility of its macroeconomic policy framework. Property experts consider Brazil has the freest and most investor-orientated regulations in the world that makes it a good location for overseas property investors to consider.

Bloomberg has reported that the Brazil's export diversity meant it is a dependable place to invest making it less vulnerable than other rising markets. The Brazilian Society of Transnational Corporations and Economic Globalization (Sobeet) has said that the reclassification should afford further encouragement to the entry of foreign investment. Luis Afonso Lima, the president of Sobeet has commented that in certain countries the FDI rose enormously after getting the 'investment grade'

This comes after the news that recently the Wall Street Journal described the Latin American country as one of the world's most investor-friendly nations.

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Officials in Brazil have revealed that the country's economy is growing at an increased rate. Overseas property investors may be interested to learn that inflation is expected to settle at 6.5 per cent at the end of the year.

Brazil's dynamics are strong and that the growth rate remained steady despite other nations struggling to cope with the global credit crunch. The increasing spending power of consumers is a good reason to invest in both residential and commercial property. The planning and budget minister Paulo Bernardo stated that Brazil is better placed to reach this level of inflation than many other countries, Bloomberg reports.

Brazil's current account deficit is also expected to improve due to growing foreign investment in the country. According to the country's central bank, the FDI is set to top $35 billion (£17.7 billion) in 2008. The Brazilian government reforms and increasingly strong economy are good news for those considering purchasing property in Brazil.

Market analysts had revised their estimate for GDP growth this year as figures for the first quarter of 2008 are also above the amount many economists were expecting. The Brazilian president Lula da Silva has reportedly said the country's economy is demonstrating "strength and sustainability". Brazil’s vibrant economy is likely to be a factor that could attract overseas property buyers to the country, particularly as it is a highly popular holiday destination.

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ForeignPropertyBuyer website has stated that Brazil's wealth of natural attractions and good resources make it likely to yield good returns on property investments in "the short and long-term". Land prices and property prices in Brazil are starting to grow at a fast rate, which is partly due to the massive interest in biofuels and many overseas investors are looking to Brazil for their next property investments.

Property expert Jamie Strong speaking to Nubricks.com said that the thing that will really help Brazil is the mortgages to foreigners and it will really open up the market when it is available. Jamie also praised the variety of properties and the ease of purchasing a property in Brazil.

Real estate firm IN2 said that Brazil is a hot pick for those looking to add sun and samba to their property portfolio. An increase in visitor numbers would boost the already booming Brazilian property market as tourist expenditure reached £5 billion last year. Felipe Cavalcante, president of The Association for the Real Estate and Tourism Development in north-east Brazil (Adit) remarked that 97 per cent of international tourists who visit Brazil once return again as they are attracted by the beauty of Brazil.

This comes after the news that Brazil is recently tipped by Homesgofast.com as one of the hot property locations for 2008.

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Nicholas Marr, spokesperson for property portal Homesgofast.com, said that foreign investment in the Brazilian property market is hotting up. Property experts suggested that house prices are increasing year-on-year in coastline areas, while those looking to invest inland could benefit from cheaper property prices.

Rhiannon Williamson, director of Amberlamb, has said that overseas investors are looking towards Brazil as the next residential property investment hotspot. She added that the country's fabulous climate, low living costs and emerging status as factors appealing to foreign investors.

The 134 per cent increase in tourist numbers taking place from 2002-05 demonstrates that tourism is booming and also the guaranteed year round rental potential. The Brazilian government is investing profoundly in improvements to the country's infrastructure. The infrastructure improvements across the country indirectly support investors by raising the appeal of certain locations.

In 2003, investment banking and securities firm Goldman Sachs chosen Brazil, along with India, Russia and china, as one of the four emerging countries at the fastest economic pace that would have supremacy in the world economy in the future.

This comes after the Mirror highlighted Brazil as a good option for foreign property, mainly due to its fabulous weather, thriving economy and affordable property prices.

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Morgan Stanley's Emerging Markets Index has now reported that the Brazil as the next residential property investment hotspot. Brazil has a rapidly growing economy and is becoming especially popular with overseas investors.

Brazil is one of the few energy-independent countries in the world; they have the largest supply of fresh water in the world and the recent the discovery of oil reserves gives the country added income opportunities. Brazil is blessed with abundant supply of natural resources. All these factors combined with good tourist trade and the fabulous climate makes Brazil as a good prospect for investment

The recent economic changes taking place in the Brazilian market, stable government and strengthening of their currency are creating huge ripples in the property market.

Obelisk believes that the commencement of new credit facilities for example personal loans and mortgage lending are pushing up house prices in both the domestic and commercial sectors.

The property and land prices are rising but still affordable and investors in rental properties could expect returns of about six to seven per cent a year.

James Gonzalez, Market Analyst at Obelisk has said that Brazil has become a highly appealing option for overseas property investors and the news of hosting football World Cup in 2014 is also driving up property prices in many places. Brazil could prove to be a wise investment choice for anyone looking for an overseas property purchase.

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Overseas investors considering buying property in Brazil could be interested to hear the news of the high rate of economic growth in Brazil and a $7 billion (£3.5 billion) loan by the World Bank for improving the infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ignacio Goni, the head of Latin American research for Riedel Research Group has revealed that Brazil was a very attractive place to be for investors in most sectors.

The Brazilian press has reported that last week in Washington DC the Executive Board of International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) approved the deal.
IBRD has stated that almost 70% of the financing should be made available to state governments for priority projects and the Growth Acceleration Programme. Overseas investors are planning to buy property for sale in Brazil will be increased as the infrastructure improvements across the country would indirectly support investors by raising the appeal of certain locations.

The recent surge of tourists would kick-start growth in the Brazil economy, with the holiday industry being the key player. The burgeoning tourist trade are driving property prices upwards and offers investors the chance for strong returns on their investment.

Louise Brown on an interview to The Telegraph has said that foreign property buyers would be able to enter the market at a relatively low price, since it is considerably cheap to invest in Brazil at the moment. Property Frontiers said that property and land prices are rising but still reasonably priced and investors in rental properties could expect returns of about ten per cent a year.

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Petrobras, Brazil's state-controlled oil company has discovered in the Santos Basin in the southeast of the country around eight billion barrels of light oil, which could catapult Brazil on the map as a major exporter of oil. The oil resource which was found in the Tupi field could represent 40 per cent of the total oil reserve in Brazil and affords a huge economic boost for Brazil. These oil and gas discoveries in the last 3 months off the coast of Rio de Janeiro will make Brazil break into the top ten list of oil producing nations.

Business Week has reported that the Tupi oil field is 155 miles off the coast of southern Brazil and is the biggest oil find since 2000. Rodrigo de Azeredo Santos, head of the Trade Promotion Programs Division of the Ministry of External Relations has said in an interview that Brazilian oil reserves, biofuels and availability of hydroelectric power generation are added guarantees that Brazilian property investment is safer due to the assurance that energy will be available to sustain the economic growth. The oil discoveries are so important for property investors in Brazil as similar oil boom in Dubai and Norway have regularly seen their property market post record price increases annually.

Brazil's property market is now in good shape for overseas investors. According to Jose C. Santiago, licensed and certified attorney of law in Brazil in his portal LawOfficeInBrazil.com has stated that the country is a buyer's market, with low prices because there are more homes for sale than there are buyers. The demand for property in Brazil is expected to increase by approximately 900,000 units each year.

Overseas investors looking for good property returns with relatively low-entry costs may consider investing in Brazil following the oil discovery, which may strengthen the country's economy and in turn raise property prices. Business week has reported that Brazil is a smart place to invest. It is a self-reliant country on the energy front, a position that has been further strengthened by the recent discovery of new oil fields.

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Brazil was officially named as 2014 hosts of football World Cup, also known as the FIFA World Cup. Property experts predict that The World Cup will bring huge real-estate profits to Brazil.

Easier Property said that hosting the world’s biggest sporting event by the country in 2014 would add to the confidence of investors. Brazil is on the threshold of a massive international exposure and is now considered a true property hotspot for overseas investors.

Former Brazilian international Antonio Lopes told Reuters that Brazil as a whole is going to be benefited through the FIFA world cup. This will highlight the country on the international stage and draw attention to many of country’s major cities. Holiday makers and overseas property investors are more and more getting attracted towards Brazil due to the overwhelming prospects the world cup is going to offer. Those who have and going to have commercial Brazil property investment by 2014 would see huge demand for their rental accommodation due to the influx of football fans.

Long-term enhancements in transport; environment, tourism and significant improvement in public safety are going to take place due to the mega event. This may drive up the property prices in that places which are going to host the world cup matches.

F&C assets management revealed that emerging markets like Brazil are drivers of global growth and in Brazil; overseas investors can find good valuations and strong earnings.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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According to an industry expert, most investors, with buy-to-let properties are opting to stick on to their investments, for their pensions.

The expert, who is the Editor of an independent property advisory website Property Hawk, has claimed that most property-owners look that their investments as a long term investment. His claims are backed by the investment specialists Scottish Windows, which also claim that by the end of last year, returns on foreign property investments are being used by many Brits to fund their retirements.

The Editor of Property Hawk, Chris Home, said "Property is one of those things, which has plenty of opportunities. There is a standard adage which goes Landlords make their profits when they buy, not when they sell."

He continued, "Potentially, making money can be done even in a stagnant or even in a market with a slightly downward trend, and I guess many landlords still seek such opportunities."

As per the survey report by the Association of Residential Letting Agents, nine out of ten landlords do not have any intention to sell their properties in 2008, despite market uncertainty, while four out of ten are planning to buy more property.

During early part of this year, BuyAssociation, a property website, offering impartial overseas property advice, has reported that Brazil will offer many interesting property investments in 2008.

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The travel website, Flight Center, reports that it has seen an increasing number of "fitness travelers", a new type of holidaymakers, heading towards Brazil this year. Consequently, the website has put together a collection of "tailor-made" holidays for such tourists, looking for "sporty sojourn".


Brazil, a hot-spot holiday location, has been singled out by tour operators, as a destination, for those desiring to "workout worldwide". The 'beautify your body' trip in Brazil attracts plenty of holidaymakers to Rio de Janeiro, where they can also practice the Afro-Brazilian martial art, Capoeira, invented during the 16th century. Rio also has schools that are open to travelers, who practice capoeira, both as a sport and for fitness.


The deal by Flight Center, includes a stay of seven nights at a four-star hotel in Capocabana beach in Rio. The starting price for the trip is £829 for one person, including travel.


The high interest that Brazil draws from travelers, as a tourist destination, is a good boon for its property market. The Sales and Marketing Director of Brazilian property specialist uv10, Samantha Gore, commented that "tourism and property investment are like close cousins", each having a huge knock-on impact on the other.


According to Ministry of Tourism in Brazil, Embratur, the tourism market in the nation is currently growing at the rate of 7.2 percent annually.

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