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Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/06/2012 -- Great Golf Magazine was launched and received with great interest 2 years ago, and has filled a gap in a market saturated with magazines explaining how to hit a golf ball, but not much else. Keen to add features that readers want to hear about, its was an obvious choice with the IPB Publishing background to add golf property.

Distributed through top golf locations such as Turnberry, Gleneagles, Bovey Castle, De Vere, Fairmont St Andrews, East Sussex National to name but a few, P&O Club Lounges, and now British Airways and Virgin Atlantic VIP Lounges, the publication reaches the keen golfer with expendable income.

The Marrakesh Golf Club Assoufid will be the first development to be featured in the new section and will be in the April issue. This stunning Development with its breathtaking backdrop of the Atlas mountains is set to become the most upmarket golf property development in Morocco.

Only high end villas are being constructed. Each will sit on an extremely large plot.

Internal space of the main living area will measure 550 m2, but there will also be a separate annex building, garages and pool house which will make the total floor space 720m2. Covered terraces totaling 450m2 and a pool measuring 15metres x 7metres will also be included.

Top Golf Developers and Property Agents from around the world will now be able to directly target their information to golfers through the magazine&aposs high profile placement.

To view the latest issue, go to http://www.greatgolfmagazine.co.ukgolf, property,real estate, Assoufid,morocco

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In 2006 I came to North Cyprus for the first time. The reason for the trip was to view an apartment. Being aware of all the land issues that affect both sides of this island, it was very important to us that the project was to be built on secure Pre 74 Turkish Title land. The chosen location was in an area that had been completely ignored by other developers.

Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/26/2010 -- Before flying out I had spoken about it to some Cypriots who ran a Barbers shop in South London. When I mentioned that the development was near the town of Guzelyurt, their reply was, "Why do you want to buy there, there are no other developments, it&aposs just an empty beach near a sleepy town".

This was music to my ears and I had to go and see, because for someone looking for a development that has potential, it ticked all the boxes. Secure Pre 74 title that will rise in value whatever the final political outcome, a new location but with infrastructure already being improved, undervalued market, empty beaches. Add to that the fact that I knew there was some serious Israeli funding.

I flew out the next week and booked into a hotel in the beautiful town of Kyrenia. The next day I was taken out to the location of the development. The drive took us along roads lined on either side by orange and lemon groves, the trees were in blossom and the scent was intoxicating.

We drove through the town of Guzelyurt where the locals went about their business in the late morning sun as described by my Cypriot friends. After another 5 minutes we came to the village of Gaziveren and headed down a bumpy track to the coast and the Morfu bay.

We arrived in an empty field close to the sea and my guide informed me that we were standing on the site. I still remember the feeling of excitement at looking at this beautiful landscape and seeing the sea a deep turquoise in the noonday sun. To the left I noticed a farm shed of some kind and made a mental note to use that as a reference point for future visits just in case my guide had brought me to the wrong field.

I returned to the lawyer&aposs office and arranged a deposit, feeling confident that here was not only a good deal, but also something special. If ever there was an opportunity to come in on something at ground level, this was it.

It&aposs now 2010 and the first stage of the development, which included our apartment is finished. To stand on the balcony and look out to the Morfu bay glistening in the sun is a true pleasure. To the South and only about 15 kilometres away are the Troodos Mountains, to the North, is the Kyrenia range.

Stage two is well under way. The properties are now selling for more than the initial purchase price although well below what I feel they should reach. The TRNC government are actively promoting the Morfu bay as an area for the development of Tourism and are already improving the infrastructure. There are hotels planned, the golf course is to be extended and improved and an Eco village built.

The motorway from Nicosia and Ercan airport is nearing completion and a new crossing is being opened that will make Pafos airport a 45 minute car journey away.

At Aphrodite Beachfront the semi Olympic pool finished, the restaurant is open and the gym and sauna are working. The beach at the front is having a breakwater built and soon work will begin on the water sports centre and the indoor pool. For now, I can still reassuringly see the farm shed which was my reference point although that will soon be gone.

We make decisions in life, some good, some not so good. This one looks to be firmly on the good side, and I would say to anyone looking to purchase on this island to consider Aphrodite Beachfront. This area is still waiting to take off and now is a good time to look to make a deal.

For more information including how to apply for a free inspection trip, go to http://www.ipb-magazine.com

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/13/2010 -- In a market where people a wary of going out on a limb, Istanbul is starting to light up like a beacon. I know Istanbul through my monthly journey from North Cyprus to Bulgaria. I fly to Istanbul Ataturk airport and then spend up to 8 hours waiting for my 10 hour bus journey up into Bulgaria (food for another article).

Istanbul is a city that excites me, you only have to spend a small amount of time there to realise that this is one of the major hubs of the world. This city is located at the crossroads on so many journeys and is so steeped in history that no matter what 21st century development throws up; it’s always there just under the surface.

With an official population of 12 million and an unofficial count of nearer 15 million, this city teems with life. Yet it does not take long to see that this is a city in dire need of renovation and rejuvenation, and this is exactly what is happening. You only have to look at what has happened in London over the past 30 years to realise what is possible. And this is happening.

So would you invest in a property in Istanbul? What makes it a promising location for near to medium term growth? Many would say impending EU membership. I would say that no matter what happens in that sphere, Turkey is on the rise. From political influence, to pipelines, commerce and communication, it’s all happening here. With a population growing at a fast rate to fill the needs of industry, property is in short supply. Where there is a shortage of good rental property you naturally have a good market to purchase.

I went to view a new development called Tulip Turkuaz which is located in Bahcesehir/Ispartakule, 15 minutes from Ataturk Airport, 15 minutes from the ferries and the Bosphorus and 25 minutes from the financial districts of Levent and Maslak... There were several reason why I wanted to view this particular development, the first being its Bio-Climatic credentials. The design of this development is the work of Ken Yeang, well known for previous bio-climatic developments.

The second reason was the fact that there are some very serious partners in this project, not only Tulip Turkuaz who are a property investment company, but also Toki who are the Turkish building company and whose partnership guarantees security. Also involved are EMLAK KONUT who are a partner of Toki. Add to this Akbank who are the second largest bank in Turkey, The VAN HERK GROUP, a Dutch investment company and PANAGRO, the Dutch construction company who are actually building the project and there is no doubt about the developments credentials.

I was met on site by Gül Küsefoglu who is the Sales and Marketing Manager. She talked me through the project and over a model explained how the finished development would look and function.

The site itself will feature an array of water channels, the water supply will come from recycled grey water from the properties and 65% of the plot will be made up of green areas. On the roofs of the buildings there will be gardens, even the underground car parking spaces will have green open spaces to the sky.

The development will make use of solar panels to help reduce resident’s bills. Natural light channels wiill be incorporated throughout the buildings to make the maximum use of the light, and all 11 apartment buildings have been positioned so as to not block each neighbouring blocks natural light.

So how much will it cost:

Buying costs in Turkey are approximately 7% of the purchase price.

Main Property Purchasing Costs

1. Purchase tax: 3% on the ‘declared’ value of the property to be paid to the government. As house prices are set by the City Council for taxing purposes, their valuation is much lower than the actual purchase price This is a one off payment and it is due once the TAPU is received (step 6).

2. The solicitor&aposs fee :( should you require one, but Property Sun Turkey strongly advises) Prices start from about £400.00 pounds and will vary depending on which solicitor you choose to use.

3. Agency commission: All Estate Agents in Turkey charge 3% commission to the buyer based on the Purchase price.

4. Notary charge: Approximately £100-150 notary charge for the power of attorney and the translation of your passport. This needs to be paid at step 4.

5. Map search: 2 maps are needed. The first is a map of where the property is located and is sent to the Izmir Aegean Army. This costs approx. £35. The second is a 1/5000 map used in the title deed process. This costs approx. £400 but price varies for different Municipality areas. (Step 5)

6. Title deed registration: £ 30 registration of title deed in your name. This is paid in step 6 and is paid only once.

The charges for purchasing can differ from region to region.

Additional fees

Utility Registrations Water and Electricity to be transferred into your name – approx. £150

Compulsory Government Building Insurance (DASK): his insurance has been compulsory since 2000 and costs approx. £35 a year depending on property size.

Home and Contents insurance: This is not mandatory and can be done once the property deeds have been registered in your name. Approximately £150 but costs vary depending on cover required and value of property.

Property tax an annual property tax is collected by the municipalities (i.e. local governments) at the rate of 0.3% for land and 0.1% for a house. This can be paid annually or in two payments, one in May and the next in November.

With a starting price for a 1-bed apartment at around £60,000 and the option of a mortgage this is certainly an interesting proposition for investors looking for a vehicle for their money.

So is Istanbul ripe for investment? I would say yes and may even put my money where my mouth is, as for Tulip Turkuaz, from what I can see, this is a development that is blossoming.

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/15/2010 -- As if the Oram’s verdict is not enough to worry foreign buyers of property, now the North Cyprus Government are refusing to allow purchasers of undisputed pre 74 Turkish Title land and properties to have their title deeds. Is this a shot in the foot for the Turkish Cypriot government or a stab in the back for the purchasers?

After a verdict in the European court of Human Rights ruled that the Oram’s, a British couple must demolish their property in North Cyprus which they had bought from a Turkish Cypriot but was originally owned by a Greek Cypriot, the North Cyprus property industry has effectively had a heart attack.

The only property that can be termed as safe to purchase now is Pre 74 Turkish or Foreign title property. This is land or property that was owned by a Turkish Cypriot or foreigner before the troubles of 1974. Naturally since the ruling, sales of this type of property have increased. So can we say all is not lost and construction and sales can proceed?

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Are you searching for that perfect location to buy your holiday home? Somewhere that has it all, beautiful summers with plenty of places to go swimming, peaceful forests for walking and in the winter pure white snow to rival any Christmas card? No, I am not talking about Canada, but somewhere a bit closer to home - yes that's right, Sweden. This northern European country with its silver birches and little red cottages has so much more to offer than IKEA and flat-pack furniture.

Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/11/2010 -- If you prefer the great outdoors and beautiful wilderness to overcrowded beaches and karaoke, Sweden could be a real alternative. Add to this reasonable prices and its accessibility to the rest of Europe and you should come up with a winner.

The popularity of this family-friendly country, with its 100,000 lakes and beautiful coastline, is on the increase with more and more foreigners realising that in Sweden you can still get value for your money. Norwegian buyers who have found prices of holiday homes sky rocketing out of reach in their own country, have been turning up in droves the last few years and snapping up properties close to the Norwegian border and along the West Coast. Now the Danes and Germans are following, and what about the British buyers? Well according to the financial internet site "This Is Money" they are also starting to open their eyes to the possibilities at the top of Europe.

Property market
Last years economic meltdown saw property prices nose dive in many countries around the world , but the market in Sweden didn&apost fare as badly as some, with prices only dropping by an average of 2,9% according to Global Property Guide.

This followed a decade of soaring property values that saw prices rise as much as 217% in Greater Stockholmm. This incredible house boom was caused by low interest rates, rapid economic growth and lack of new supply.

The market hit a low in the third quarter of 2008, but with the central banks slashing interest rates it started easing the pain. In July 2009 interest rates reached 0.25%, its lowest level ever, and now the tide has turned.

"The housing market is now looking positive", says Andreas Mühlich from SkandiaMäklarna to Ipb-magazine. "We have seen prices for both holiday homes and apartments going up over the past year. Because demand outstrips supply, with not enough properties being built, we expect this trend to continue" he adds.

Value for money
So what can you get for your money in Sweden? If your dream is to own an apartment in beautiful cosmopolitan Stockholm, then unless you are loaded, dream on. Because of lack of supply, prices in the capital are sky high, and you could pay as much as 100,000SEK (Swedish kroner) per square meter. The waiting lists for an apartment are long and it isn&apost unheard of people waiting ten years or more to buy a place within the city walls.

But in other areas of the country the story is different. In the Linkoping area, in the south east, you can buy a small torp (little cabin) for as little as 150,000SEK (13,000£). If you prefer a property by the sea then prises vary widely from 3,090,000SEK (266,000£) in the Stockholm area, 1,630,000SEK (140,700£) in the Gothenburg area and down to 360,000SEK (31,000£) in Norrland for a property on 1500-2000 square meters of land, according to a survey done by SkandiaMäklarna. So whether you are looking for a country retreat or a seafront property, with a bit of searching you should find something to suit your budget.

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