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Some facts about Brazil.

The growing economy in Brazil

Brazil is one of the four major growth countries in the world (the other three are China, India and Russia): Gross domestic product growth around 6% per year. According to Goldman Sachs in 2050 Brazil will be the fifth largest economy in the world.

A growing mortgage market

In the past, banks in Brazil were not allowed to reposses real estate if a customer could not pay the mortgage. Therefore, there is almost no mortgages provided. However several years ago the law changed, and since then the Brazilian mortgage market as been growing like cabbage. The total mortgage of all Brazilians together is currently only 2% of the Brazilian GDP, but the Brazilian government expects the Brazilian mortgage market will grow by 600% to 2014 and the total mortgage amount then will form 12% of the GDP rt. The result will be that rentals & apartments in Brazil in the foreseeable future will increase in value.

The long term market stability and the current demand

Brazil has a population of approximately 186 million people. The middle class of Brazil now comprises some 35 million people and according to the forecast it will grow by 65% until 2015. Moreover, Brazil has more 100.000 billionaires , interested in European-style homes in on the coast, far from the big cities. Besides the future economic growth and increased purchasing power of many inhabitants of Brazil this is a trend likely to continue. No other emerging market has a greater long-term demand in Brazil.

Foreign investments are encouraged

The Brazilian government has imposed no restrictions on foreigners who want to buy holiday homes or apartments. Brazil receives international investments with open arms and will guarantee that contracts are respected and the rights of foreign investors are protected. All property that you buy in Brazil, give,s you full title.

The lower inflation and interest rates

The fiscal reforms and economic stability in recent years, the Brazilian interest rates and inflation brought down substantially. Inflation currently fluctuates around 5%. Therefore attracts many investors to Brazil, and several leading economic institutions to expand their investments in Brazil.

The large tourist market

If Brazilians go on vacation, they need not go abroad. In the northeast of their own country there is a fantastic holiday climate. Last year 45 million Brazilians went on vacation at home. This market is fast growing in Brazil as the economy picks up and the purchasing power of the 186 million Brazilians increases. This growth will have a positive impact on the prices of holiday homes, apartments, villas, etc. along the coast.

The government actively promotes tourism

Promoting tourism is a top priority on the agenda of the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism and the national tourism plan is good. Brazil saw the number of foreign tourists between 2002 and 2008 increased by more than 75%, as a direct result of the (developed in 2003) national tourism plan.

The Northeast of Brazil is the largest recipient of foreign investment

In the northeast of Brazil is fully invested in real estate on the coast. In the next five years will be invested billions in hotels, resorts and golf courses.

The Northeast of Brazil has the best climate of South America

The region is located a few degrees of the equator and there are almost no differences between the seasons. The annual average temperature is 27 º C and it is here year-round sunny. Therefore, this area is the leading beach tourism destination in Brazil. It is famous for its tropical and infinitely long sandy beaches with coconut trees, lagoons and dunes.

Northeast Brazil is the closest part of Latin America to Europe

From most cities in Europe you can be there in about six and a half to nine hours of flying. Therefore, several airlines started with direct flights and know tourists from Spain, Portugal, Italy, Scandinavia, France, England, Netherlands, Argentina, Germany and the United States, easily find this tropical paradise .

Brazil is a peaceful country

Although Brazil is one of the largest countries in the world, it is very rare in world news. Therefore it is not regarded as a target for terrorists. This country has a democratic government for decades and is therefore regarded as a very peaceful country without political tensions.

The exchange rate is very favorable

The exchange rate is currently extremely favorable. Therefore it is very cheap for foreigners to buy property in Brazil. In the past the Brazilian currency was kept artificially expensive, but now the exchange rate is more realistic and much better for foreigners

The people are friendly

Studies by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism were conducted, showed that 75% of the tourists choose Brazil as a holiday, the first reason is for the scenery. But once they arrived they discover the hospitality of this country and let themselves be seduced by the mix of colors, races and cultures of the people here. Recently a survey showed that 96% of the tourists who come to Brazil, decided to come back in the first place because of the people! This fact gives great confidence in the growing tourism in this fascinating country.

Direct flights from the U.S.

Brazil has become attractive to many Americans from Florida and is only 6 hours flying. The Northeast of Brazil now attracts tourists from three major markets: Europe, U.S. and Brazilian domestic holiday market.

The country is free from natural disasters

Compared with other tropical destinations in Brazil there are no natural phenomena like hurricanes, tropical rains, tsunamis or earthquakes.

The living costs are low

The living cost in Brazil are only 20% of what it costs in England for example. Compared with other traditional holiday destinations (such as Spain, France, the Caribbean) in Brazil a person can be more relaxed and luxurious living for a fraction of the price.

Tolerant country

Brazil is one of the Worlds most tolerant country,s and the people there are open to cultural differences

The purest air on earth

According to research by NASA, the Northeast of Brazil not only the purest air in South America, but of the entire developed world!