American Money

All real estate investment takes a considerable amount of thought, research, preparation and lack of emotional attachment. It is this last point that many people make the biggest mistake. Real estate investment is like any other investment, it is a business. If you are considering investing in a Condo-Hotel complex, there are a number of strategies and tools, such as property valuation software, you absolutely must follow. Investing in a Condo-Hotel complex is a very different beast, and cannot be compared with other real estate deals. Here are some of the most important rules you have to follow.  Read more... (533 words, estimated 2:08 mins reading time)

• Economic Knowledge. Even if you are skilled in normal real estate business, you are going to need to know a lot more about the economy when you are considering this type of investment. You will need to understand the economy of the investment’s location. You will need to understand the economies of the tourists that will be heading to your investment’s location, and you will need to understand the economics of tourism, and all that is involved.

South America experienced the global downturn very differently compared with the rest of the world. Lacking in direct investment from those countries worst hit, and generally speaking, most regions and countries are entering a period of remarkable stability. Whether they have seen the light and are tired of revolution, or they are more interested in making money, the fact is South America has turned into one of the world’s most favourable destinations for hotels investment. A continent that has huge diversity, amazing cultural heritage, spectacular climate and natural wonders, and is easily accessible by most of the world, is finding its place in the world of tourism like never before. The four key markets are; Santiago, Chile; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Lima, Peru and Bogota, Colombia. Here is a look at the major reasons why.  Read more... (563 words, estimated 2:15 mins reading time)

• Ease of Doing Business. All of the countries here have improved their ease of doing business. Chile, which has long been the testing ground for South America has an investment grade rating, and Peru has made huge strides in how they deal with foreigners and doing business. Colombia, of all countries is in the lead, and this is indicated by the large amounts of investment from American and European countries in 2010 and 2011.

When developing or purchasing an investment property it can be an equally exciting and daunting experience, as the promise of lucrative profits always comes with the risk of financial loss. But, by receiving good advice from experienced professionals, you can reduce your chances of landing yourself in a boiling pot of financial trouble.

What we shall cover below are the kinds of advice and the types of people you should get in contact with when thinking of investing in property.

Seeking Financial Advice

Getting good financial advice is essential when investing in property. You need to establish a financial plan and a budget to have some idea of what you can afford and also what you can afford to lose. If your investment does go sour, you don’t want to risk financially ruining yourself.

Furthermore, you need to be able to keep track of how you are going to pay back loan repayments, afford the property’s upkeep, any tax benefits available and equating what your projected profits might be.  Read more... (469 words, estimated 1:53 mins reading time)