is investing in property in germany a good idea?
340427
Yes, it could be great considering that the US Dollar is loosing value as the Euro increases its value.  As long as the market in Europe maintains is upward motion your investments value will do the same.  Just don't do like some idiots and purchase or invest overseas with out your proper due diligence.  \n\nHoustonsHomeBuilder.com
132034
the first thing i would do is contact a local (in S. America) realty company.  If you dont' speak the language, it's likely that someone speaks english there, but a better bet is to get a trustworthy friend here that can translate for you.  And whatever they tell you (they'll tell you exactly what you want to hear, they love outside investors) make sure you get a second opinion.  So, I think a s. american realty company would be your best bet.\n\nYou can also try and call some major banks, see if they do it, and even if they don't, i'm sure you will find some smart person that can point you in the right direction. good luck!
415821
unless u plan to live here for the rest of your life i dont understand y would u want to buy it?  prices r rising, the last few months prices doubled (some areas tripled)\nim not sure about it but i dont think theres no limitation against foreigners to own residential estates\nanyway u can drop me an email if u want.. cant promise anything but i'll see what i can do\ngood luck
79604
Situational... \n\nIf you do choose to buy you will get equity over time and don't have to worry about mortgage rates inflating (unless you have an adjustable rate), you can also deduct some of your mortgage and real estate taxes, which you are unable to do otherwise unless you exceed the standard deduction. Depending on the rates, payment, market cycle etc. it can be better to take your mortgage and invest in mutual bonds and the stock market which sees a long term return of around 8 percent. Buying is not necessarily something you should do for the investment as there are other ways to get higher returns on your money *and often more reliably*. \n\nIt is probably not a good time right now to buy; right now it is generally a sellers market I think, as prices have recently been exploding all over the world. I’d save your money at this time and when the market cycle ///demand for houses drop and poeple are willing to sell for less, and then is a good time to buy and wait for it to turn into sellers market again to get a return on ur investment. \n\nLease for now and buy when the market stabilizes is probably going to be the best for you, but then I don’t know your situation.
788385
sNo.  I have a friend from Germany who has owned a house here for 8 years.  He visits a few times a year, but never overstays his visa.  There are many foreigners who own property in the U.S.
617253
Any state is good for investing in real estate.  You just have to study your market area find out whats going with and plan a strategy.  You just have to be educated.  If would like more help please contact me I'm here to help.
783331
Yup tht would be a real good investement ...hmmmm now where do I get it ??
409772
yes you can  if  you use the  property as an investment as long  you pay the  taxes (in spain )  on the  property and  the  assigned mortgage.but you must  pay  taxes  here too.
1177220
First off, your inquiry  is  multiple questions in one... However I would  try and answer as many as possible to the best of my abilities\n\n1.  Anything is possible but there is no guarantee you would earn 40 to 50% on your R/E investment. It would also depend which real estate market you're interest/investing in. For example in California where property values traditionally return higher dividends to investors than the rest of the country, in a relative hot market the norm is between 20 to 30%. Presently the real estate market nationwide is flat... In short--there is no guarantee....\n\n2. Cant answer this questions...it varies depending on services rendered\n\n3. No need to prove source of funds....\n\n4. I dont think so....\n\n5. Again, anything is possible. In fact there are companies that specialize in doing just that.  I personally dont like the idea for I like to have control over my investments..too many people, even with a legal contract, too many headaches. \n\n6.  Buying a piece of property, once you have identify  market and property to purchase, is a relative simple task...at lest for american citizens it is.  Now to roganize a group of investors I suppose it would be more expensive and time consuming. \n\n7. that's utterly up to the individual investor....\n\n8. It's possible but it depends on lots of factros; location, market, price, etc. It's possible but no guarantee...\n\n9. There are too many, complex  tax rules to give a simple answer... I would suspect that capital gains, specially if you are a foreign investor, could be in the 25%, give or take.\n\nI hope I were able to give you a ball park answer to all your questions. My honest advice to you: Consult with an international real estate attorney before investing. Best of luck.
240311
Any real estate investment in Florida is good. Some are better than others, but you can't go wrong. Florida will continue to grow even after all other real estate markets slow or dip because of the retiring people(q tips as they are called)......KECK
241192
You get no return in your investment, but I personally have nothing against them.  The way they are built now, versus 20 years ago, are very sturdy, almost like a house.  If you already own land, it's a good idea, to me.
708117
Great that you are planning such a wise investment path. I started exactly the same way many years ago. And I'm doing quite well now. My advise to you is go ahead and buy that duplex building. But rent both sides out instead of living in one side. Find urself a cheaper bachelor's apartment to live in. Likely you can get more rent from one of ur duplex than it cost you to rent a bachelor's. You will make more money each month because of the difference. \nYou may say that you only make $30,000 a yr.. but don't forget that when you go to the bank with a proposition to buy and rent the entire building out.. ur yearly income as viewed by the bank is now much more coz they will factor in ur potential income from the duplexes. This allows u a greater debt/expense ratio. and allows you to buy more. \nThere are other good reasons too for not being too quick to move into one side..  income tax for example, because u are not living in the building.. the entire interest on the mortgage becomes an investment expense. Also, it's likely that where you live.. there are better tax advantages to showing u are also a renter. \nIn time, as you buy more and more buildings.. you will be able to choose a house of ur own. But for now, make the most of "all" ur money, live below ur means.. and invest invest invest. \nImportant concepts to understand, balance and use to their most potential are; Ur networth, total assets, debt service ratio and income (both present and potential) debt service ratio is usually the most common limiting factor. ( and keep a watchful eye on interest rates) and know ur local realestate trends and be ur own best forcaster of future trends. As they say, "buy low, sell high"\nCoz in the end, most of ur money will be made on capital gain rather than rental income. ( rental income simlpy facilitates debt expense requirements from lenders )\nChoose a good banking agent.\nAs a realestate investor, ur bank becomes ur greatest partner. Choose an agent that has confidence in you, is knoledgable about realestate and is not afraid to stick his/ her neck out for you.\nBest of luck to you.
217707
I am in impression that according to German laws no foreigners are allowed to buy properties unless you have legal residency of the country.
170012
We as Americans can buy property.That doesn't give us the right to live there. Your helping revenue in Austria.\nYou still can only stay your allotted time as a visitor.If you work there or go to school there,then your time frame there is extended. Austria is freer than Germany etc,.....\nOur American dollar is worth much in Austria and it would be better channeled here in the USA.
1125995
Try a British bank.  I have heard that they lend money for properties in foreign countries.  Be sure your title to the house is clean as well.
999150
It's a good idea, simply because homes appreciate over time (maybe a lot of time, but they generally do).  \n\nYou have to take into consideration what the mortgage and taxes and insurance will cost you on a per month basis.  Then you have to figure out if you can rent it for that figure.  If you can, or can get more, is it worth the extra tax for the income?  If it's not, do you need the loss for your taxes?  \n\nRemember, when it's time to sell income property, you have to pay taxes on it unless you do a 1031 exchange, but that just means you're buying into another income property.  \n\nFinding good renters can be hard.  Can you pay for the house if it sits for a couple of months unrented?  Do you hav e the time to really check out a potential renter?  To be a landlord?\n\nThere are a lot of pros and cons.  If you have the time and the resources, by all means, hold on to it because real estate is a great thing to have.  But it's a lot of work too!\n\nGood luck  :)
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It depends on the markets and your time frame. Stocks have generally outperformed real estate in the long term but in the short term there may be some anamolies.\n\nIt is wiser to invest in stocks as they are much more liquid than real estate. You can move in/out quickly.