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LAND INVESTMENT - DOES IT MAKE SENSE?

Property Secrets 07/07/08

As many property markets in developed countries take a down-turn, does land offer a smart alternative? Robin Bowman asks Ailse MacFarlane, Marketing Director of Landcorp some beginner's questions about the whole concept of investing in land.

Mark Twain was a fan, with his famous advice, ‘Buy land, they're not making it anymore". But the perception remains that investing in land is very much a rich man's game.

Besides, if property markets are on the downturn in so many developed economies, surely the fate of land for development is linked? ...more

CANADIAN PROPERTY DEFIES THE CREDIT CRUNCH

World of Property

With the UK economy floundering and many European property markets experiencing a downturn, many Brits are looking to Canadian property for investment and emigration opportunities.

"In comparison to popular European hotspots, Canada still offers enticing, affordable and less expensive property," says Liam Bailey of David Stanley Redfern. "Current rental yields are hovering around the 7 per cent mark; however, with prices currently on the rise along with its population, Canada is both highly alluring and rewarding for folk who relocate there, just as it is for professional property purchasers who ...more

STEP INTO CANADA'S GREAT OUTDOORS

Sunday Express 27/01/08

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From the city life of Toronto and beaches of Vancouver to the wilds of the Rockies and ski slopes of Whistler, it's no wonder the second largest country in the world is becoming the destination of choice for Brits looking for exciting lifestyles and good rental opportunities. BRIGIT CUNNINGHAM finds out more.

IT'S OFFICIAL - the British love Canada. More and more of us are holidaying there and more and more of us are starting new lives in this stunning and ...more

IT'S TIME TO DISCOVER A 'SECRET LAND'

Manchester Evening News 21/11/07

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More buyers are being attracted to Nova Scotia, a beautiful, unspoilt corner of north America that is easily accessible from the UK, writes Helen Riley.Much of Canada's four million square miles may be covered in snow or blanketed with wheat fields but there are also many cities and towns that are thriving in the vast country and offer good prospects for property buyers.As well as seeing rising property prices, Canada regularly tops best place to live polls due ...more

ROCKIES ON A ROLL

Sunday Mirror 04/11/07

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The east coast of Canada is a haven for nature lovers looking for bargains.By Sandy Cadiz-Smith.

Spectacular scenery, direct flights and year-round outdoor pursuits mean the east coast of Canada is fast becoming a big draw for savvy British second home buyers who can expect to pay under £100,000 for a stunning family home.

The wide open spaces and huge array of outdoor activities are a major attraction. "Canada has great ski resorts, fishing, hiking, horse trekking and kayaking. It's blissfully uncrowded which ...more