 If you have been inspired or encouraged by Olive
Braman’s accounts in laterlife of living
part-time abroad, (see the links below) then you will be interested in a book by Liz Hodgkinson, called The
Complete Guide to Buying Property Abroad.
By
‘abroad’, the author means Europe, North America and the Caribbean, a wide brief that includes
answers to practical questions and also helps potential buyers focus on individual needs. Do you want a place in the sun, a retirement home,
an investment? Could you take on a tumbledown
wreck or is it better to buy into a brand-new property development? How far are you prepared to travel?
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If you look at the quotes, personal accounts and case
histories, you will see several familiar names from laterlife popping up. Liz came to us for help in finding interviewees when she
was preparing the book.
Also take a look at our Guide to Moving Abroad, which will give you lots of ideas, hints and tips on what to look for and look out for if you are considering a move to another country.
The Complete Guide
to Buying Property Abroad is published by Kogan Page and is available from Amazon.
Just click on the link or book cover above.
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Articles on buying property abroad
If you are still unsure about buying property abroad then take a look at the
articles below on some of the pros and cons!
Living part time abroad a 3 part series by Olive Braman
Snowbirds
Back in Spain
Conclusion
Plus
Brits in Spain Part 1
Brits in Spain Part 2
Buying a house in France - a series by Helen Franks
 Buying a house in France 1
Helen ponders about buying a house in France.
Buying
a house in France 2
Helen is still undecided whether to choose a holiday home in France.
Buying a house in France 3
Helen comes to a decision - of sorts |
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 Useful web sites for buying property abroad
An important first step is to make sure that you are
dealing with a reputable company. We recommend checking with FOPDAC - The Federation of Overseas Property Developers,
Agents and Consultants. FOPDAC members are listed on the site together with their
contact details. You can read more about FOPDAC's Code of Ethics on their website.
 is a UK
portal with a comprehensive listing of useful sites
for buying property abroad
French Property. This site
quotes more than 2000 properties for sale in France from over 40 estate agents /
Immobiliers and dozens of private sellers.
JJ Properties Abroad Specialising in
properties in the Costa Blanca region. If you've ever thought of moving abroad then this
site provides some idea of what you can expect and the kind of properties on offer. |
| Alternatives
If you want a liitle more variety than a single location abroad, and with much less
outlay, then take a look at the Holiday
Property Bond investment information.
See our features section article on Holidays
for Life
Other relevant site pages
Florida Villas
Small business section
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