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New Study Finds that International Investors Plan to Buy More Real Estate

Individuals with more than $800,000 to invest are poised to increase their property holdings, with real estate investments among wealthy individuals set to rise to 30 percent over the next few years, according to a survey covered by Bloomberg report. This recent global survey was conducted by the major global financial services provider Barclays and revealed several interesting statics regarding international real estate investing in the current market conditions. Investors foresee better long-term returns on property investments than from bonds and stocks. Three out of four investors surveyed said that residential real estate is looking attractive and two thirds of investors are interested in exploring commercial real estate investments, according to the study’s findings. The survey showed that the U.S. was the most attractive real estate market for investors outside their home country, with many investors believing that it is the country with the highest potential for return on inv...

Featured Community of the Week – Beso Del Sol in Dunedin, Florida

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Can you imagine waking up each morning to a majestic view of the sparkling Gulf of Mexico waters? This all-inclusive resort condo community in Dunedin, Florida provides a perfect waterfront retreat. Situated directly on the Gulf, panoramic waterfront views overlook the St. Josephs Sound and Honeymoon Island, creating a tranquil setting that is far from the ordinary. Condo and community features include: · Fully furnished, all-inclusive studio, one and two bedroom units · Flat panel TV’s, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops · Two waterfront heated swimming pools and hot tub · Fully-equipped fitness center and bicycle rentals · Onsite property management and housekeeping · Boat slips · All utilities included in HOA fees · Castaway Tiki Bar onsite with weekly entertainment Beso Del Sol Resort offers three wonderful floor plans to choose from with prices starting in the mid $100,000’s. Whether you are looking for a real estate investment, weekend retreat, vacation property...

How to Make FHA Work for You

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One of the best real estate successes offering aid in this troubled housing market is the FHA loan program. What exactly is an FHA loan? For those who might still be confused about their financing options, an FHA loan is a United States federal assistance mortgage loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration. The loan program, usually issued by federally qualified lenders, can provide an affordable financing option for many first-time and second home buyers. The current property prices offer an excellent opportunity for investing and because of this cash buyers have taken an active role in today’s real estate market. For home buyers who have had trouble competing with these cash investors but have 3.5 percent to put toward their purchase, finding an FHA approved condominium communities is an excellent option. FHA recently came out with its long-awaited rules on condominium loans, and they are a mixed bag for investors, second home and other buyers and sellers. FHA has said it wil...