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Should you be investing in real estate abroad?

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Real estate can be a very lucrative investment, if it is done in the right area. With many economies beginning to emerge from the global recession, now is a great time to invest for quick returns. Here are just a few of the reasons you should be investing abroad.

More opportunity for larger returns

In developed countries, there can be fewer opportunities for high returns. Emerging economies have a lot more room for growth. For example, there has been significant growth in renewable energy to reach those that have never before had the opportunity to receive electricity. As economies grow, the demand for power will grow. While there have been significant increases in oil production, it does not mean that the use of renewable energy is not drastically increasing as well. Power demands will rise exponentially as more people gain wealth and demand for industry increases. Those that invest early in building energy infrastructure are in a position to see significant returns over a short period.

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Protects capital from inflation and other factors

The currency your money is in can lose value. Real estate is a hard asset that should always be worth something. A stock can become worthless, but land and real estate usually retains some value. You can take advantage of a good currency exchange rate and get a lot of real estate for your money, and even if land dips in value, it is likely to rise again at some point. With a rising worldwide population, people are going to need somewhere to make their home. If you own the land, you have a valuable asset that is always in demand.

Investing in real estate can be a great adventure

If you like to travel, then you likely have a good idea just how expensive it can be, and you realize how you would often like to stay longer in a choice location. If you own a property in a location you like to go to on vacation, then you have more flexibility when it comes time to plan a getaway or vacation! Areas such as Spain, the French Riviera, and Granada, to name a few, are all beautiful areas for a dream vacation. However, economic conditions have made it a great time for foreigners to invest in real estate. Imagine having your own private villa whenever you want it? What better way to spend your golden years?

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There is no doubt that there is great potential for quick returns when investing in real estate abroad. The trick is deciding where and how much to invest. With many opportunities to invest, it can be confusing trying to sort through them all. Luckily, there are investment professionals that can help you to make the most of your investment dollar. Fahad Alrajaan is the chairman and managing director of the Kuwait Real Estate Investment Consortium KSC. He has built his career by helping people to invest in real estate in areas with emerging economies that provide investors with unprecedented opportunities. Investors are a key part in rebuilding areas that have seen hard times, but these areas also have enormous potential for future growth and industry.

 

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