Results of 2014: expert opinion 2014 was a year rich in the unexpected events and difficult situations: the scope of the purchase of foreign real estate one way or another affected the changes that have taken place in the economic and political life of our country. Results of the 2014 RF brings together leading experts from industry, the head of the company, has long established itself in the market. They answer questions that concern everyone who is currently interested in buying property abroad - as well as a little look in the future. What events in 2014 the real estate market FOREIGN COUNTRIES You can mark as the most important for the Russians? Yuri Kamaev, CEO of the agency for the sale of foreign real estate Housage: «Of course, such events became first an increase in the purchase price, and then the action of the Sejm to suspend the issuance of residence permits Russians in Latvia and changing conditions in Lithuania. Today, therefore, clients interested in European residence permit, we recommend that you run the process of buying property in Greece and Cyprus. Julia Titova, CEO of the agency for the sale and rental of real estate abroad RentSale: «The key events of the year was the change in the legislation of a number of countries in obtaining a residence permit - such as Cyprus and Montenegro. Also worth noting is the opening of the Russian school in Alanya, Turkey. And, of course, improving the visa regime Italy - facilitation of the issuance of long multiple tourist visas, or visa traveler. Marina Vasilyeva, Director of the Department of foreign real estate corporation Adveks. Real Estate : The important events of the year was the adoption of the law on granting a residence permit when buying property in Spain and Greece. Bulgaria also operates the program - for investments ranging from 300 000 euros. Latvia raised the bar to 250 000 euros, which markedly diminished the ardor of Russian investors. Elena Neva, manager to work with clients of the agency for the sale of foreign real estate Adrionika positive change was the resumption of the possibility of acquiring property on the individual for the Russians in Croatia (recovery rate of about retsiprotsitete), and negative - raising the threshold for obtaining a residence permit in Latvia to 250,000 euros. Valentine Nagiyev, CEO GFPI BECAR: «On some foreign markets during the year stagnated and many markets continued to fall. In this regard, real estate prices in Montenegro favorite Russians, Spain, Italy, Cyprus, Bulgaria, and Egypt remained accessible - they still buy property of our compatriots. WHICH OF FOREIGN real estate markets in 2014 were particularly sought afterHN among Russians, and what - have become less popular? Yuri Kamaev: Customers have practically ceased to ask for real estate in Montenegro. Reduced the number of requests for resort real estate in general. Russian customers have practically ceased to buy real estate in Latvia - in fact, for fear of the complete abolition of the residence permit in the country. Cyprus is still very popular, because the country is perfect for year-round use and comfortable for the Russian-speaking population. The same applies to the demand for Spain, which remains stable. Compared to previous years, has practically disappeared no questions on France. And also - very popular before the Russians Resort Miami in Florida, USA Julia Titova: Of course, the situation with Ukraine and the EU sanctions affect demand Russians, so in those markets dominated by the Russians the situation is much worse, for example, in Bulgaria decreased sales. Montenegro time invited the Russians to issue a residence permit - the theme of alternate aerodrome became relevant again this year, in connection with this situation with the Montenegrin market deteriorated less koordinalno as in Bulgaria. Cypriot market after the failure of last year and in connection with the issuance of a residence permit buyers and Cypriot passports investors have become much more active. Turkey did not affect the sanction, the number of purchases and the activity of the Turkish market has increased Marina Vasilyeva: Our agency says a large number of requests for Germany. And also - the UK, Turkey and Hungary. Still popular Bulgaria, although it supported the Russian sanctions, but the Russians believe that it is long, and in other countries such as the Czech Republic, it is still possible to buy a property with a small budget. There are still questions to Finland - for the average budget of 200 000 euros. Property Spain - demand is very stable, but at the moment complicated scheme of work for agents in Russia, as in Spain, there is a large number of Russian-speaking agencies. With regard to real estate for lease - it is still popular Thailand and Israel Elena Neva: Until the end of August 2014 the demand for Latvia was very high, so that was associated with the information about the entry into force of the new law on the residence permit 1 September 2014. Demand was high and property worth 70 000 euros, and the capital facilities cost from 143 000 euros. Clients sought to jump on the bandwagon. And from September 1, 2014 requests Latvia practically ceased. This year, 30% -50% increase in the number of requests for overseas property from our Ukrainian clients. Tin the autumn on the Ukrainians accounted for 40% -50% of the total number of requests. There is a growing interest in such neraskruchennyh in the European real estate, Hungary, Serbia, Slovenia Valentine Nagiyev The decline in demand from the Russians is celebrated in all countries, except, perhaps, Germany, UAE, UK. Outflow of Russians is a reflection of the current market situation - with the sanctions against the officials, the situation with the exchange rates and so on. This is also evident from the professional activities, talking about it, our partners. Even close to the St. Petersburg Finland, usually stable demand from the Russians, and especially the residents of the northern capital, this year the demand was almost zero AS IN 2014 THE SITUATION IN THE COUNTRY affect the demand for overseas property from the Russians? Yuri Kamaev: The situation in our country has formed the most important trend this year: now the Russians are looking abroad is not a resort, and is suitable for year-round housing. We are seeing a shift towards urban property in September 2014. Interest grows to objects where you can live all year round, conveniently located in areas with developed infrastructure. People began to consider the potential overseas property as a place for permanent residence. Perhaps they are not moving there immediately after purchase, but will know that there is such a possibility. Accordingly, today, our customers are more actively seeking to purchase real estate, the price of which allows you to get a residence permit in the country. So, if the cost of apartments is not enough to obtain a residence permit, the buyer gets together with her and parking space » Julia Titova, The first warning sign of this year are the sanctions - many potential buyers of real estate abroad scared deterioration in relations with European countries, prospects for the impossibility of going abroad, etc. Then there was a sharp drop in the ruble. However, according to our agency, for the year the interest in overseas property from the Russians did not fall: become extremely urgent topic of obtaining a residence permit through the purchase of real estate. But effective demand fell sharply. Thus the actual number of transactions declined Marina Vasilyeva: Perhaps the situation in the country will affect the way that citizens with a small budget can not afford to rest and residing abroad and the number of members of the middle class also will be reduced. As for overseas property investment, I think that people will invest in low-cost sites and stop ; Squandering money. In our country is difficult to make long-term forecasts, but I think that the Russians did not stop to rest, to go abroad for medical treatment, as well as buy and shoot Properties for Rent » Elena Neva: Overall, the situation has affected negatively, as calm possible investment in terms of stability. Starting from August 1, 2014, many investors have begun to curtail their overseas projects, which was due to the fact that many of them have acquired the status of restricted to travel abroad, either because of sanctions, or because of belonging to government agencies or large Russian companies. In parallel with the fall of the ruble washed out of the process of acquisition of foreign real estate the middle class. We were extremely surprised by the fact that 80% of Russians planned to purchase a property abroad, kept savings in rubles ... And they were forced to acknowledge the fact that their purchasing power in the property market fell by almost half. Now they just can not rely on the acquisition of those objects that were previously afford them Valentine Nagieva: All year, the situation was relatively flat, apart from the last few weeks. As a representative of the consulting company, as well as based on the data from our foreign partners, I can say that in 2014 there was an explosion in consumer demand. But the interest is present in any case. The market is currently switched to direct sellers, and the services of consulting firms address those potential owners of property abroad, who are waiting for the best time to buy, want to protect themselves from the risks - in short, all those who require professional advice. The others, including customers with good connections abroad, apply to service agencies in the country of purchase Demand for real estate which countries has grown in 2014? Yuri Kamaev: There is a growing request for countries providing permit and citizenship for investments in real estate, - Greece and Cyprus. As well as gaining popularity even more commercial properties in Germany » Julia Titova: Compared to last year, the demand grew for Cyprus and Turkey Marina Vasilyeva: It is noticeable increase in the number of requests for real estate in Germany Elena Neva: In connection with the adoption of the law on residence permits increased demand for Greece Valentine Nagieva: For Germany and the UAE this year has been a boom in consumer activity in spite of the fact that after the crisis the fall of this year, prices here have grown up. In recent years, is rapidly gaining popularity acquisition revenue Landsestate in Germany Which countries will be most interesting for the acquisition of real estate in 2015? Yuri Kamaev: Next year we will actively recommend to our clients in real estate investment program, to obtain a residence permit in Greece, as well as to quickly obtain citizenship of Cyprus - for wealthy citizens. Certainly continue to sell real estate in major cities of Spain. Today, the main trend is that people are considering purchasing real estate abroad as an opportunity to gain a foothold in the new country. Plus - our agency at this time was to develop such areas as investment stable and secure Germany and the UK - for the acquisition of commercial real estate in them Julia Titova, Perhaps this is Turkey, Cyprus, Italy and Spain. And, of course, the country making the residence permit when buying real estate - with a fairly stable situation in the economy and the real estate market Marina Vasilyeva: I recommend customers to buy property in London. United Kingdom - a stable country for commercial purposes, and to invest in residential real estate. For those who have the means and who are looking for guarantees of stability - this, of course, Switzerland. Difficulties with the purchase of real estate in our fellow citizens are not in Spain, Italy, France, besides good here belong to Russian Elena Neva: First of all, now the Russians are not interested in the villa and investment, real estate and immigration. That is, they initially interested in the ability to quickly and easily obtain a residence permit, and secondly - direct purchase of a particular object. Therefore, leadership, at least in quantitative terms, will keep those countries that have clear and simple rules for obtaining residence permits and citizenship - ie Spain, Greece, France, Great Britain, Hungary. Benefit those countries that offer investment package: low prices, the availability of mortgages, granting residence permits and citizenship Valentine Nagieva: The popularity of the Mediterranean countries will be. Many people want stability and seek to acquire ownership of a small house on the coast of Cyprus, Spain, Italy. Recall the collapse of travel agencies in 2014: today the Russians want to be sure that they will still be able to go abroad, regardless of the situation in our country. Pensioners and families with children are still in demand will be in Bulgaria, which, in addition, there is practically no language barrier WHO and for what purpose stands now recommend the purchase of real estate abroad? For families with children - a country with a good system of secondary and higher education, such as Spain, the United Kingdom (reeks of this trend, we have just begun to engage), Germany. And also - Cyprus, which is especially recommended for those who have small children. Here is an opportunity to learn English well in an international school. Almost each of them has an English speaking administrator, as well as - personal curator, who is assigned to the newcomer. Typically, less than six months, the child adapts and begins to speak the language. In Cyprus, the situation is quite simple to obtain a residence permit and permanent residence. Also here is the fastest path to citizenship for Europe, in just 3-4 months Julia Titova, Buying a property abroad, I would recommend to wealthy people in order to diversify risk. In my opinion, the domestic market coming ordeal, prices fall and the very real estate, and rental. Therefore, to have a property abroad as independent of the Russian economy and policy items of income in foreign currency, it will be very good indeed. I repeat: today is very relevant topic of overseas property as an alternate airport. Of course, all rely on some kind of humane scenario in our country, but unfortunately, this is not certain. Be able, if necessary, leave, probably, too bad Marina Vasilyeva: First of all, those who have the means to be saved. Citizens have high budgets and do not want to lose them. I hope to spring the political situation stabilizes, it will change the situation on the market Elena Neva: Those who still wants to save the ruble savings. And the Russians, who want to move to countries with more stable and predictable economic environment Valentine Nagieva: As a rule, those who have savings, have already decided his task with the acquisitionproperty abroad. And as soon as the situation stabilizes with exchange rates - property abroad will continue to buy a family with children who want to travel in their own resting place. They value the relative proximity of second home, a short time on the road and stability. Purchase overseas property abroad will investors to diversify their assets. But more accurate predictions for the future it will be possible to build after the first quarter of 2015
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