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<body> <p>This page uses frames, but your browser doesn't support them.</p> <h3><font size="5" face="Arial">Overseas properties</font></h3> <p><i><b><font size="4" face="Arial">What does southern Spain have to offer?</font></b></i></p> <h3><font face="Arial">Lifestyle:<font size="5"><span style="left: 285; top: 103; position: relative"><img border="0" src="generalimages/villa_1.jpg" align="right" width="225" height="169"></span></font></font></h3> <p><font size="3" face="Arial">With such fine weather comes a healthier way of life. Everybody is free to sample the outdoors without the constant worry of rain! </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Arial">You will have activities on your doorstep such as:</font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Golf</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - many of Europe’s finest courses</font></p> <p> </p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Water-sports</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - the Costa del Sol's fine beaches offer every range of water-sports</font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Horse riding</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - Enjoy a hack through the breathtaking mountain ranges</font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Shopping</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - All along the coast, and especially Puerto banus, you can find both high street and designer retailers in abundance</font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Dining out</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - An endless range of restaurants offering every style of cuisine</font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Arial">Skiing</font></b><font size="3" face="Arial"> - Yes, even skiing is only 90 minutes away in the Sierra Nevada</font></p> <h3><font face="Arial">Relaxation:</font></h3> <p><span style><font size="3" face="Arial"><img border="0" src="generalimages/villa_2.jpg" width="225" height="168" align="right">For those who want the easier way of life, the original Spanish villages with beautiful surroundings, and the beaches, bars and nightlife, make the Costa del Sol very easy living....</font></span></p> <h3> </h3> <h3> </h3> <h3><font face="Arial">Investment:</font></h3> <p><font size="3" face="Arial">With all of the above it is no wonder that the Costa del Sol is ever more popular. More and more people from around the world are seeking homes and holiday accommodation. This makes buying such a sound investment, a constant demand for property leads to increasing prices and handsome rental returns.</font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><b><font face="Arial" size="3">We have properties available throughout southern Spain:</font></b></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/elviriagardenapt/elviria%20garden%20apt.htm" target="_top">Elviria €420,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/elviria/elviria.htm" target="_top">Elviria €434,800</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/lacala/la%20cala.htm" target="_top">La Cala €795,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1002mijasgolf/mijas%20golf.htm" target="_top">Mijas Golf €225,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1003calahonda/sge1003%20calahonda.htm" target="_top">Calahonda €630,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1001elvira/sge1001%20elviria.htm" target="_top">Elviria €365,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1005calahonda/sge1005%20calahonda.htm" target="_top">Calahonda €899,900</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sotogrande/sotogrande.htm" target="_top">Sotogrande €2,700,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1007mijasgolf/sge1007%20mijas%20golf.htm" target="_top">Mijas Golf €920,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../sge/sge1008alhaurinelgrande/sge1008%20alhaurin%20el%20grande.htm" target="_top">Alhaurin el Grande €860,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font face="Arial" size="3"><a href="../pp.htm" target="_top">Port Road, Nevis £199,950</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font size="3" face="Arial"><a href="../sge/sge1004calahonda/sge1004%20calahonda.htm" target="_top">Calahonda €995,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font size="3" face="Arial"><a href="../sge/benalmadena/benalmadena.htm" target="_top">Benalmadena €220,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font size="3" face="Arial"><a href="../sge/fuengirolamijascostamijaspueblo/fuengirola%20mijas%20costa%20mijas%20pueblo.htm" target="_top">Fuengirola/Mijas Costa/Mijas Pueblo €199,000</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><font size="3" face="Arial"><a href="../sge/benalmadenatorrequebrada/benalmadena%20torrequebrada.htm" target="_top">Benalmadena/ Torrequebrada €201,565</a></font></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><b><font face="Arial" size="4">Please call us on 0113 393 0113 to have our specialist contact you to discuss your requirements. </font></b></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><img border="0" src="generalimages/morfitt_shaw_eddie_gray_paul_shepherd.jpg" width="300" height="199"></p> <p style="FONT-SIZE: 12px"><b><font face="Arial" size="3">(One of our satisfied client's - Eddie Gray of Leeds United & Scotland)</font></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><font face="Arial" size="5">Buying a home abroad? If so, here are some tips:<o:p> </o:p> </font></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><font size="3" face="Arial">Spanish property is very popular with Britons, and there are sound reasons for buying within the EU: <o:p> </o:p> </font></p> <ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">The cost of living is usually considerably lower than the UK</font></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">Political stability</font></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">With the advent of low cost airlines, it can be cheaper to fly to Spain than to take the train to London!</font></li> </ul> <h1><u><font size="3" face="Arial">Rising interest<o:p> </o:p> </font></u></h1> <p class="MsoNormal"><font size="3" face="Arial">Properties at holiday destinations within Europe have seen significant price rises over the last three years. On the negative side, it now costs quite a lot to buy a decent holiday home in the more popular tourist areas of Europe. Expect to add 10% to the cost of the property in fees and you may lose a substantial proportion of your profit in tax when you sell.</font></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><font size="3" face="Arial">Beware!</font></u><font size="3" face="Arial"><br> <br> </font></b><font size="3" face="Arial">So, it may<b> </b>seem tempting to buy abroad, and there’s no doubt that there is a property out there which would suit almost everyone, so how do you choose?</font></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><font size="3" face="Arial">Here are some essential pointers to consider before you buy: <o:p> </o:p> </font></p> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="1" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">First decide why you want to move aboard. Is it investment, for holidays, or will you retire there?</font></li> </ol> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="2" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">What is most important to you – affordable price, low running costs, stable legal system or easy travel?</font></li> </ol> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="3" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">What are the local infrastructure and health care like?</font></li> </ol> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="4" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">Can you re-sell if you want to? (Many properties are at bargain prices because no one wants them.)</font></li> </ol> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="5" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">Don’t let your heart rule your head. Take advice from your local notary before signing anything.</font></li> </ol> <ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="6" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><font size="3" face="Arial">Do you really know the area that you have chosen? (An inspection flight will not be enough. Take several holidays there at different times of the year before deciding to buy.)</font></li> </ol> <p><font size="3" face="Arial"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: Times New Roman; mso-bidi-font-family: Times New Roman; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">Last, but not least, make sure you get local legal advice before you sign up to anything.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break"> </span></font><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial;mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-GB;mso-fareast-language: EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA"><br style="mso-special-character:line-break"> </span><font size="5" face="Arial">Southern Spain has so much to offer.<br> We hope you <i>get to try it!</i></font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="../propertysearch.asp" target="_top">Search by £</a>      <a href="../salesmap.htm" target="_top">Search by location</a>          <a href="Sellingahouse.htm" target="_top">Selling?</a></font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="../default.htm" target="_top">Home</a>    <a href="../lettings.htm" target="_top">Lettings</a>         <a href="glossary.htm" target="_top">Glossary</a>            <a href="links.htm" target="_top">Links</a>    </font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="localareas.htm" target="_top">Local areas</a>       <a href="otherservices.htm" target="_top">Other services</a>        <a href="overseas.htm" target="_top">Overseas property</a>      <a href="stats.htm" target="_top">Local price stats</a>     </font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="landlordinfo.htm" target="_top">For landlords</a>   <a href="propertyadvice.htm" target="_top">Property advice</a>    <a href="buyerguide.htm" target="_top">Buyer guide</a>      <a href="schools.htm" target="_top">Schools</a>    <a href="golfclubs.htm" target="_top">Golf courses</a>    <a href="madeinleeds.htm" target="_top">MADE IN LEEDS</a> </font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="ILFSTR.htm" target="_top">I'm looking for something to refurbish</a></font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="propertylist.htm" target="_top">Property list</a></font></p> <p><b><font size="4" face="Arial"><a href="../../default.htm" target="_top">Morfitt Shaw Home</a></font></b></p> <p> </p> </body>