The Algarve is the perfect place for investment, both homemakers and holidaymakers! Located in the south of Portugal, the Algarve is one of the most famous tourism destinations in all of Europe and the world.

Along its 150 km of coastline, there are up to 100 different stunning beaches. It is paradise for those looking for the perfect holiday be it fun and excitement or for those longing for peace and a wonderfully relaxing experience.

The Algarve is visited by many people who enjoy life in sophisticated five star hotels and Spa's. The modern marinas of Vilamoura, Lagos, Portimao and the Vilamoura Casino, placed in Europe's largest tourism complex, offer another set of special activities that can be found in the Algarve.

The high level of tourism has led to the creation of top entertainment facilities.

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The Eastern Algarve goes from Faro, the district capital served by an international airport, to the border of Spain. Here the coastline is made of long sandy beaches, wide and quiet landscapes and smooth dunes.

The entire coastline fits in the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. TAVIRA is a historical city of smooth hills and a quiet river. A main focal point of the town is the 'Roman Bridge'. It's a place where the influence of other cultures is apparent in its architecture and the townspeople who live there.

The excellent, pleasant climate, good tourist infrastructure and competitive prices lure thousands of visitors to the Algarve every year. You will find long sandy beaches east of Faro while to the west the ochre rocks shine. In small protected bays you can enjoy solitude.

The most beautiful beaches obviously attract more tourists these are: Dona Ana in the proximity of Lagos, Senhora da Rocha near Armacáo de Pêra, Sáo Rafael at Albufeira and the famed sandy beach of Ilha de Tavira.

Reasons to invest in Portugal:

1. An established market with steady income growth both capital and rental.

2. The new Algarve to the East is launching many new projects with low entry costs.

3. Instant income from Buy to Rent, Portugal is a popular destination for holidaymakers and golfers providing immediate income from rental all year round.

4. Tourism grows at a constant rate. EU membership since 1986, Portugal enjoys an established and reliable economy.

5. Voted number one in world for property investment, Portugal is recommended above all other European destinations (Voted Channel 4´s "Best Place in the Sun" programme)

6. Superb sporting facilities specialising in golf, water sports, sailing and skiing and an excellent nightlife to suit all.

7. Stunning traditional towns and villages.

8. Beautiful beaches with the year long round weather to enjoy them.

9. Excellent infrastructure including transport, roads and public services.

10. Fantastic hotels and resorts.

GOLFING DREAM:

To many people Portugal is synonymous with golf, the Algarve region in particular has a long golfing history and the first course was constructed back in the 1920's. Some of the most popular, best located, well tended and facilitated golf courses in Europe are to be found on the Algarve making property near to golf an excellent investment.

The demand for golfing properties to rent is intense all year round. In the hotter summer months rentals transfer from Golfers to the many tourists visiting the area. Additionally, property value climb steadily giving double benefits for the investor. In terms of making an investment into golf property in Portugal and profiting from it an investor needs to look at the likely return on investment achievable based on average occupancy and rental rates.

We can introduce you to the best property rental companies who will give an indication of potential rentals.

WE CAN ALSO PROVIDE YOU WITH PROPERTIES WHICH GIVE YOU A GUARANTEED RENTAL INCOME.

Apartments and town houses are highly rentable and give you a low entry fee into the market, especially if they are well marketed and located within easy reach of the number of golf courses available. Due to the numerous golf courses spread out over the 150 kms. of coastline, Portugal was considered the 'Best Golf Destination of 2006' by the Irish Travel Trade News for the second year in a row.

Portugal is a well known and televised destination throughout the world as the perfect place to visit for the golf and sun lover.

NEW LIFE?

If you're fed up with the day to day stress of your life, of commuting to work and sitting at a desk surrounded by de-motivated colleagues then you're most likely dreaming of starting a new life somewhere far away from the grey skies and grey temperament that pervades your life.

The excitement, passion, colour and history that is fundamental to the Portuguese way of life couldn't be further away from the average office job, 9 - 5 existence that many in Northern European countries live. If you're looking to escape the confines of your life for a more exciting existence elsewhere you might like to consider buying that dream home in Portugal and settling down to an altogether different way of life. Beautiful Portuguese properties are far cheaper to buy than in most European countries.

The sunny climate, slower pace of life, excellent food and wine, the friendly and fun people are all reasons to buy property in Portugal. By starting a new life you can improve your life. The famed beaches, mountains, sea and golf courses are unbeatable throughout Europe.


LONG TERM PROPERTY INVESTMENT:

It's long been accepted that investing in overseas property over the longer term offers a safer alternative than other investments. Property in Portugal is of course no exception to this rule. In fact property in Portugal has grown in desirability. Over the medium term property prices have been delivering good capital growth. The long term investment potential offered by the bricks and mortar in Portugal is vast..

There is a stable economical and political climate and should you retain the property for the long term you will be financially rewarded when you go to cash in your investment.