How to make money on overseas property without necessarily, selling your own home. Although a viable option as far as we are concerned, many clients prefer to retain a base in the UK so look to either downsize or re-finance. Whether it's for retirement purposes or for investment we at Thornton Holbrough can help. We have many delighted clients who have liaised with our specialist overseas department but we understand that investing abroad can be quite daunting. The most important thing for investing abroad is to get the right advice. Three questions we are frequently asked are;

1. How safe is my money?
2. Do you use English speaking solicitors?
3. Can we finance it without having to sell our main home?

The answer to the above and many other questions is YES. Everyone's financial circumstances are different so like any property purchase it is prudent not to over stretch yourself. Our specialist overseas company guide you every step of the way. One key factor to decide is the direction you wish to choose, whether it be a holiday home you are looking for or purely for investment. Many people want to purchase abroad with the view to retiring in a few years, others have seen they can not get the financial return on buy to let properties in the UK so have switched to investing abroad on pre release / off plan investments.

1. You can release equity in your own home and use this money for overseas investment.
2. You can take out an overseas mortgage.
3. We can structure tailored financial packages to help you purchase abroad and selling before completion if required.

With our help buying overseas property is not as daunting as it seems, with sound advice from the right people at Thornton Holbrough you are only one step away from turning that dream into a reality.

If you are looking to invest in a Spanish property then we can assist you in finding the perfect house, villa or apartment anywhere along the sunny Costa Blanca, Costa Calida and the Mar Menor.

We welcome you to some of the most beautiful areas in Spain, bursting with culture, history, art and invite you to share the warmth and passion of its people.

The stunning surroundings and natural beauty make it a unique place to relax. From peaceful rolling countryside to the clear blue Mediterranean sea, we are confident whatever you are looking for is here to be found. So many people are now opting to make Spain a permanent home or are buying property for investment. We make it our priority to assist you in buying the right property at the right price with the smoothest and clearest transaction possible.

 

 

Thailand is fondly known as The Land Of Smiles.

With attractions ranging from some of the finest beaches in Asia, Buddhist temples, elephant trekking, Muay Thai (kick boxing), floating markets and the ease of travelling make Thailand a number one hot spot for travellers, and with just a little effort one can easily avoid the crowds.

Whether you are looking for an attractive investment or a bolt hole in the sun, Thailand really has something for everyone.

Starting price for luxurious villas from £45.000.

 

 

Bulgaria undoubtedly an untapped jewel is nestled between Turkey, Serbia, Greece and Romania, its Eastern borders being lapped by the Black Sea. Both suitable for that affordable dream holiday home or stress free living.

Whether you want to be positioned along the many stunning beach resorts or find yourself relaxing in the beautiful interior of this diverse Country.

Having only just been discovered, the Bulgarian property market is poised to escalate comparable with many other European hotspots. Now is the time to buy, with prices rising over 30% in 2004 alone.

With a scheduled entrance into the European Union during 2007 we are confident both investors and homebuyers will gain with this amalgamation.

As well as having stunning beach resorts Bulgaria's interior benefits from having beautiful mountain ranges, with established Ski resorts, having the tallest peak in Europe between the Alps and Tran Caucusus called Mount Moussala, which stands at 2,925 metres.

Benefiting from massive European investments both the infrastructure and accessibility of this Country are improving rapidly. With many airlines poised to start all year round direct flights to the main airports this is sure to increase the number of holidaymakers and investors.

Quickly becoming one of the most popular holiday destinations, Dubai is attracting visitors from around the world. With its warm climate, landmark architecture, sporting events, fine cuisine and world class entertainment Dubai has something for everyone. With over 20 direct flights from the UK every day, Dubai is the perfect location for a short holiday or extended trip

Goa is a tiny lush area of land 3,702 square Kilometres in size on the west coast of India. With its natural scenic beauty, attractive beaches, churches and temples, architecture, feasts and festivals and, above all, hospitable people with a rich cultural background, Goa is an ideal tourist profile.

Goa's cost of living is a fraction of that in the UK where the capital appreciation in the housing market has risen between 20 - 30% per annum. With more and more people finding this wonderful holiday destination, now benefiting from direct flights from the UK, rental yields are improving annually.

Whilst Panama is known mostly for its famous canal, the country's natural attractions offer an irresistible lure to far-sighted travellers. This overlooked country offers some of the finest birding, snorkelling and deep-sea fishing in the Americas. It is a proud nation that offers astounding wildlife adventures, that respects its seven indigenous peoples and that celebrates its Spanish heritage with frequent and colourful festivals.

Only in Panama can you go from the Pacific coast to the Atlantic coast in two hours and find yourself in idyllic settings to suit all - from beaches to lush tropical surroundings. Located in the middle of the American continent with Colombia to the East and Costa Rica to the West, Panama forms a natural isthmian bridge, 80 kilometres at its narrowest part, and joins the Atlantic Ocean in the north with the Pacific Ocean in the south.