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Tasmania’s capital city, Hobart, is foodie heaven with everything going for it, including low property prices, says Anna Gizowska
Tasmania, Australia’s smallest state, sits 150 miles off the coast of the mainland in the Bass Strait, and is the country’s second oldest after New South Wales. With a settlement history rich in war, persecution and bloodshed, said to be responsible for removing an entire indigenous population of Aboriginal people who lived there for some 35,000 years from the island in the 1800s, it’s easy to see why it’s taken this isle the size of the Republic of Ireland, covering 26,376 square miles, a little longer to readdress its controversial past.
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Already popular with North Americans and Canadians, the lure of Panama is now attracting interest from UK and European buyers too. Rachel Newcombe explores its appeal
Located in Central America, tucked between Colombia and Costa Rica, and with long stretches of coastline bordered by the Caribbean Sea and North Pacific Ocean, the Republic of Panama is thriving with both retirees and property investors. It’s been particularly popular with North American and Canadian buyers for a while and, as Alistair Powell, CEO of global investment company, 7CI, says, “US citizens view Panama in the same way that the UK market views Spain and Portugal.”
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There’s never been a better time to invest in property in South Africa, and to take advantage of the boom around 2010’s World Cup, says Rachel Newcombe.
With the World Cup heading to South Africa in 2010, keen investors are already hedging their bets on properties in Cape Town. Located at the southern tip of the continent of Africa, South Africa is a vibrant country that borders countries such as Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Although the country and its property market have gone through some difficult times, there are good signs that it’s on the up now.
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If there’s one part of the world that has eternal appeal for investors, it’s Tuscany, home to rolling hills, romantic scenery and surprisingly affordable property, says Rachel Newcombe
Brits have long had a love affair with Italy, especially the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. Although often regarded as an area where property prices are high, it’s still possible to find some gorgeous properties within your budget.
Tuscany is one of the most popular areas of Italy and, with its olive groves, vineyards and miles of green countryside, it’s easy to understand why. In 2006, Tuscany experienced a record year for tourism, when regional tourist numbers rose by 7.6%. Forecasts suggest that the tourism industry in Tuscany will be worth €30 billion by 2016 and residential property prices are anticipated to double in value.
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Known for its perfect climate and low property prices, Brisbane is starting to emerge as Australia’s latest investment hotspot, says Anna Gizowska
Sun, sea and surf anyone? How about a BBQ on the beach and barracuda fishing at the weekend? Sounds good – doesn’t it? Brisbane really is the place to live if you are looking for a sunnier new lifestyle without breaking the bank. Nestled in the Sunshine State of Queensland, Brisbane continues to offer British homebuyers a very solid property market and a low cost of living. Where else can you find a dazzling ‘Queenslander’ – a traditional timber home with sweeping verandas and high ceilings - only a few miles from the city centre for less than £250,000?
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