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Demand for Spanish property could be set to rise following the recent reports in the British press that interest in foriegn homes is on the increase. John Goldacre, from GoldAcre Estates in Fuerteventura, said "The 1st quarter of 2011 has seen a marked increase in the amount of interest with all the Canary Islands viewed as one of the best places for foreign property investment and this interest has been reflected in the number of sales seen through the Fuerteventura office". The reported top destinations for overseas property investors are Mainland Spain, The Canary Islands, Turkey, Brazil and Malaysia. Meanwhile, it has recently been claimed that the weakness of the Spanish property market and the chance to pick up a cheap home have ensured that Spain remains one of the most popular places for British buyers. A report by http://www.mortgagestrategy.co.uk/ has suggested that the European destinations of Spain and The Canaries remains the number one place for investors to pick up a bargain. For property for sale or to rent visit http://www.buyin-fuerteventura.com/Labels: buyin fuerteventura, canaries, canary island, fuerteventura, goldacre estates, overseas property, property, spain, spanish property
The number of foreign visitors to Spain's Canary Islands soared in February according to official data, as sunseekers shunned rival resorts in Egypt and Tunisia because of anti-government uprisings there. But the increas in numbers cannot be totallyput down to the middle east unrest. The President of the Canary Islands’ Parliament said the prospects for the summer season were looking positive and added that bookings for holidays were up by 14 per cent which was an honest reflection of the hard work that has been put in by local authorities to promote what the Islands had to offer. According to the latest figures nearly three million people went through Canary Islands’ airports, which is an impressive leap of 13.1% on last year. Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are all holding their own in the popularity stakes but it is Fuerteventura that has seen the biggest increase with passenger numbers up a staggering 32.9%. This figure has beaten South Tenerife and Gran Canaria who both nevertheless, saw satisfying increases of 12.2% and 10.8%. It is also wise to remember that this is very early on in the tourism season so if figures are this high at this time of year it looks as though it could be a bumper summer for the Canarian Islands. http://www.buyin-fuerteventura.comLabels: canarian island, canaries, canary island, flights, fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, spain, tenerife
Over the last three months the foreign exchange market has generated plenty of noise but hasn't thrown much light on relative currency values. From sterling's point of view in late February, nothing has really changed from its position in late November against the euro, the Australian dollar and the Canadian dollar. The pound has strengthened by three yen, four US cents and six New Zealand cents. Among the major currencies it has only lost ground to the Swiss franc where it is down by six cents. The Swiss franc's gains are down to nervousness among investors. They worry about Portugal going down the same path as Greece and Ireland moving towards sovereign bankruptcy. The recent bond auction in Portugal will be the last, the next step will be cap in hand to the IMF and nobody really wants that And they are worrying now about Australia and New Zealand. The pound has achieved a substantial recovery this year against the Aussie and Kiwi dollars following natural disasters there; flooding in Australia and earthquakes in New Zealand. It looks as though both countries' economies will stagnate in the first part of 2011. Concerns about America are more entrenched. By the end of its 'quantitative easing' programme, the Federal Reserve will have printed some 2.6 trillion dollars. What happens when it stops the printing in June? Will the States follow Greece and Ireland into receivership? Maybe not, but the unease lingers. Sterling is currently feeling the benefit of investors' belief that interest rates will head higher this year. The Bank of England argues, perfectly reasonably, that at least half the current 4% inflation rate is down to two things: high oil prices and January's increase in the standard rate of VAT. Critics say the Bank is neglecting its duty to keep inflation at 2%. The pressure on the Bank to be seen to be doing something is growing. It looks likely that rates will go up this year though not by much and that the anticipation should support sterling. Finally the worry now is about the rash of revolution spreading across North Africa and the Middle East. The potential impact upon global economies if we continue to see oil price increases although thankfully as I write the oil price has shown a slight decrease. ..If you are concerned about the euros in your pocket or transferring funds abroad talk to our currency specialists Moneycorp on 951 319 700 and mention BuyIn Fuerteventura or Goldacre Estates for your preferencial rates . http://buyin-fuerteventura.comLabels: buyin fuerteventura, currency, euro, foriegn exchange, goldacre estates, moneycorp, pound
YOU Dream It And WE Build It For You!
Some people are looking for that really special property that suits all their needs and just sometimes you might not always be happy with what is offered on the market, sometimes it’s the location, sometimes the design of the Villa sometimes it’s the quality. We want you to feel comfortable and not be scared to design your own dream property. GoldAcre Estates Design and Build Service will lead you through the whole process and will guarantee that nothing goes wrong from the first concepts to your final completion and moving in. Step 1
Find the right location The first and most important step is to choose your favourite location in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands and of course there are considerations regarding the location such as your needs and use of the property, will it be just for your own use ? Will you want to rent out your property? Maybe you will want a property that fulfils each of these needs? At GoldAcre Estates we will take our time to recommend to you your perfect area, respecting and understanding your budgets and the eventual use of your property, our professional team will then start by assisting you in finding that perfect plot. Step 2
Design your villa At GoldAcre Estates have been working together with German and Spanish Architects, licensed in Spain for over 12 years who speak English, German, Spanish and French. The architects really care for all your needs and ideas as a client and will not be happy until you the client gets exactly what you want. The architect will produce for you all the design work for your property, getting the licence through the town hall and will be present on site throughout the whole process of building your home. All material choices will be recommended by the architect and based around landscape and the climate. Building standards today in Spain and Canary Islands are identical to the standards of the northern European countries. All qualities have to follow the European norms ISO 9001. Step 3
Building your villa After receiving the licence from the town hall the real building process can start. A builder will be appointed with your approval that will be contracted for the whole build. We can recommend some exceptional builders that will guarantee the best standards of construction. Examples of existing builds can be viewed. The complete process of building a turn key villa will take between 9 and 12 months including all the steps until being able to move in. During the process of building the Architect and another technician (aparejador) will be observing every single step of the construction, all structural materials like concrete, blocks steel etc. will be tested by an institute as per Spanish law. Project management In case you cannot be here so frequently during the building process we can offer you a project management package to control the whole process and ensure you are confident everything is going well. Apart from quality control we will also control the economics and justify every purchase We are 100% acting in your interest and will keep in contact with you to help you solve any problems that may occur. Ready to move in After the whole building process is realized the architect has to get you the official finalizacion document so you are allowed to move in (Final de Obra). With that document and all the licenses of the installers you are then ready to use the house with all the necessary supplies. Furnishing your new home When you come to the point of furnishing your new home, GoldAcre Estates Design and Build Service will still be by your side and can give you advice on interior design, materials and give recommendations on where to buy. Design your garden Your property will look much nicer even if you think about a minimum of exterior work. The complete garden surface can be covered with picon (a volcanic granulate) which makes the whole plot look nice and tidy. Into that surface you can plant as much as you want and we can offer advice on fantastic garden designs to suit your budget. To maintain a garden here is not the same as with gardens in northern countries, maintenance here is much easier. We can also help with pool design and maintenance, tiling and creating patio areas, water features and even an area covered with artificial grass using trusted and renown companies that we recommend. GoldAcre Estates Design and Build Service will be right by your side all the way from starting your search to walking through your front door offering an unmatched service that we believe is unique and comprehensive. Source http://www.goldacre-estates.com/Labels: build your own villa, building services, buyin fuerteventura, canary island, estates, fuerteventura, goldacre estates, spain
A large villa on the outskirts of the village of Villaverde with views across the countryside and down to the sea. Property comes fully furnished, with fitted kitchen, a well planted garden and a single garage.
Beds : 4 Baths: 2
Built : 160 m2 Plot : 1000 m2
PriceEuros : 259000 €
The Property for sale has recently been reduced by 6.000€ and is in the popular village of Villaverde in the north of Fuerteventura, Canary Islands.
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Morro Jable in the south of Fuerteventura used to be a sleepy fishing village until it was discovered by German tourists and now the towns of Morro Jable and Jandia have grown so much that it is difficult to discern where one ends and the other begins. Together they form one of the largest and most popular tourist resorts on the island. Morro Jable is the older part of the resort with narrow streets that run down to the beaches and the harbour and this is where you can find many smaller restaurants that specialise in the catch caught by the local fishing fleet. A promenade winds along the beach front and round the headland to take you to Jandia. A ferry connecting Fuerteventura to Gran Canaria operates from the harbour where there is also popular yacht marina. Jandia is the newer part of the resort with its hotels, bars, shops and restaurants stretching the length of the white sandy beach with a palm tree lined promenade. The beaches are kept very clean and have “Blue Flag” status providing safe waters for the swimmers and water sport enthusiasts alike. This area of the islands coast is known as Costa Calma, as it is for the most part protected from the prominent northerly winds, and has some of the best beaches in the world to the north and south of the town. The stunning Cofete beach lies to the south, but the road that leads to it is unmade and so an off road type of car is preferable, though once there you will have miles of golden sand virtually to yourself. If you prefer a bit more action from your beach try Sotovento beach to the north famous for the annual world wind surfing championships held there. If you are not a wind surfing champion don’t worry there is a school for the novices. In the evening the resort lights up and there is an amazing selection of bars and restaurants to either relax after an exhausting day on some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands or provide entertainment well into the small hours . More information on Fuerteventura can be found on http://www.buyin-fuerteventura.com Article taken from the magazine Buyin Fuerteventura Labels: buyin fuerteventura, canary islands, Costa Calma, fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, jandia, morro jable, sotovento
 Beds : 2 Baths: 2 Built : 75 m2 Plot : 126 m2 PriceEuros : 210000 € Gorgeous 2 bedroom duplex with private gardens, covered al-fresco dining terrace, luxurious fully equipped kitchen in a quiet estate close to Corralejo beaches and amenities. This is an ideal holiday home with strong rental potential. The property for sale is sold fully furnished. The villa would also make a superb home on the island of Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands.
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The number of searches for Spanish property in January this year was 37.05% higher than last year according to overseas property portal Homesgofast. According to the portal the trend that has been noted since the Spanish property market imploded; namely the dominance of the Balearics and Canary Islands, property market not only continued in January but became even more pronounced. One third of all enquiries into Spanish properties were for those islands according to the portal. "It's interesting to see how Spain despite the bad press is still very attractive to overseas buyers considering retiring or buying a second home abroad," said Nick Marr, director of the portal. "The change towards the Balearic and Canary Islands property may be a result of the bad press that the Spanish property market has received," he continued. "People looking to get away from the UK winters still see Spain as a great place to holiday. The Canary Islands offer winter sun and a housing market that has not received the negative press that mainland Spain has endured." "House values in Spain are at an all time low and the increase searches may be a result of both buyers and sellers researching the market." Nick is right about the British aspect. According to the Association of British Travel Agents, Spain is still the number one holiday destination for Brits, with over 11 million British visitors gracing the shores every year. This combined with the fact that Brits bought more overseas property per head of population than any other nationality during the boom and you can easily see why the Spanish property market's boom was one of the biggest in the world. According to many overseas agents, Brits are now being outnumbered by Eastern Europeans, and this is likely at least a part of the reason why the Spanish islands are more popular, because they have traditionally been favoured by Eastern European buyers, according to real estate agents. This is simply the latest in a succession of reports that Spanish property is regaining popularity with overseas property buyers -- starting from as early as the first quarter of last year. During the last 12-18 months almost all of the UK's top property portals have revealed growth in the popularity of Spanish property, with many of them featuring the country in first or second place on one or more occasions. The aforementioned ABTA data was in an interview aimed at promoting Turkey, and the fact that British tourism to Turkey is growing at about 20% per year for the last few years, while Spain is stagnating. However, stagnating is not falling, and with Turkey currently receiving 2 million British visitors per year (German is dominant market), it will be some time before Spain is knocked off the top spot. With Spanish property prices at between 20 and 40 percent below boom levels, and now thought to have bottomed, one must expect its popularity with foreign buyers (especially Brits) to see continued growth this year. . The Canary Islands consist of Tenerife, Las Palma, El Hierro, La Gomera, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and several smaller islands. Source Homesgofast http://www.buyin-fuerteventura.comLabels: buyin fuerteventura, canary island, canary island property, fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, lanzarote, spain, spanish property
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