By Ronan McMahon
RDN
Real estate bubbles send all prices too high. When they pop, they bring everything down with them. Sometimes too far. The same irrational views that drove the prices up help push them down, and for a short time quality properties become very cheap. In recent months I have come across two pockets of opportunity amid Europe’s crisis that fit this picture
As you know, members of our group can buy a pre-release lot in the Fazenda Imperial community in Brazil, at special member-only pricing and terms. The available inventory for this deal is limited—and running out.
Yesterday, I told you about an opportunity that 12 members of our little group have to visit a five-star community on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. This is an all-expenses paid scouting trip to the stunning Tao project where I’ve negotiated special discounts for RETA members on condos and townhomes.
One of the most stunning areas on my beat is Tulum on the southern edge of Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Its white-sand beaches, ancient ruins, white-bottomed lagoons, nature preserves, caves and cenotes make it stand out. On Wednesday, I told you about a new deal I am currently researching in this area. It’s too early to say if this development will be our next big opportunity as I’m still scrutinizing the project. However, if Mexico’s Caribbean coast is on your radar, I have another prime opportunity for you.
I’ve scouted an exciting new deal in Brazil’s Northeast where there is still a window of opportunity to profit. There are limited lots (only 43 left) for members at a special 10% discount with developer financing before the project launches to the local market. Find out more…
Imagine sipping a cool drink while listening to the sound of Pacific waves crashing against the rocks below. The ocean views are jaw-dropping. It seems a shame to leave your sunny spot by the pool at all. But you promised yourself a swim in one of the five beaches on your doorstep…or maybe some horseback riding on the warm sands…and you’ll relax this evening with dinner in The New York Times-acclaimed gourmet restaurant, with friends and fellow expats…
I call Rancho Santana “frontier luxury.” Forbes magazine described it as “simply stunning.” But who knows how long it will stay frontier for? It’s only a matter of time before the world catches on…
As I told you last Wednesday, plans are well advanced for a new international airport 15 minutes away from this community. With only 390 lots tucked into 2,700 acres, this resort will always be stunning. Remember, it’s got five beaches, rocky points and rolling hills with 270 degree ocean views.
I’ve written to you before about the Rancho Santana community on Nicaragua’s stunning Pacific coast.
Last January, I told you about plans for a new international airport just 15 minutes away. I’m well connected on the ground in Nicaragua, and, at the Rancho Santana community in particular. You see, the developer is Pathfinder and International Living’s parent company. I’ve just heard some important news from one of my key contacts in the resort. Something you’ll want to pay attention to now.
It was great to meet so many members of our little group at International Living’s recent Fast Track Your Retirement Overseas conference in Las Vegas. I enjoyed catching up with members and shooting the breeze on my beat here at Real Estate Trend Alert. Some of you asked about how we can play the predicted surge in demand for food over the coming decades—and why I haven’t brought any opportunities to your attention. That’s why today I’m revisiting this topic. The investment case for food crops and the underlying land is straightforward: Demand is going up; supply has constraints like suitable land, availability of water and infrastructure to get crops to market.
Too many hotels were built during Ireland’s boom. Hoteliers borrowed too much. They built fancy spas, speculated on real estate and lost sight of their business. Now they are in a bind. As a reader of these alerts you will know that this crisis has created a buying opportunity. Today we can buy a hotel in Ireland from as little as $4,900 per room.