The Central Bank of Brazil has recorded that £30.1m of personal money from the UK arrived in Brazil for property-related purposes in 2009. In 2004, just £4m was sent to Brazil from the UK for the same reason. Here is further evidence, then, to suggest that Brazil, one of the world’s foremost economies (and still growing rapidly) is in no immediate danger of losing its reputation as a fantastic location for investment. Not only is Brazil developing at a rate of knots, it is also about the ...

For many years Brazil was a developing country, however as the international macroeconomic indicators clearly show, this amazing nation’s economy is today a rapidly expanding economic power. There are many objective factors that highlight Brazil as the most viable option for any type of business or investment. The secret, as is the case with all markets, is the volume, sustainability and intensity of the current demand.

According to the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, Bra...

Brazil has taken steps to cut the current housing deficit of over 8 million homes by as much as 14 percent by injecting R$ 34 billion ( £ 10.3 billion) into the construction of residential property around the country.

It is important to remember that the 30 year mortgage only became available to the general public in Brazil on the 15th of October 2007. Brazil has the 5th largest population in the world and with a stable economic and political outlook, domestic consumer confidence is i...

In a country famed for its food and nightlife, stunning beaches and sunshine, Natal is known as “The City of the Sun”, as it experiences approximately 300 days of sunshine a year. The area, which lies 15 degrees south of the equator, boasts countless beautiful beaches and dramatic natural landscapes including mountains, coastline and sand dunes. The most famous of its beaches is Ponta Negra, which rises between the river and sea.

Natal has a strong infrastructure, with a variety of...

It’s not Rio that’s attracting the attention among property-seekers aiming to bag a bargain. It’s places like Bahia, on the beautiful northeast coast, with its 2,000 miles of dazzling powder-white beaches, tropical rainforests and the promise of more than 300 sunny days a year. Here, it’s still possible to snap up a beachfront apartment for as little £50,000.
There’s much more than just palm-fringed white sand beaches and easy living, though, to the part o...

The strategic town of Natal, Brazil, has drawn attention not only due to its proximity in relation to Europe, but also because of its mega airport – that’s currently under construction – and is considered one of the largest in the world.

The tourism market underwent a great transformation in the last two years and a range of changes were made known by the federal and local governments. Due to the tourism expansion a licence was given to construct a marina beside the P...

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Over a stellar career spanning almost 80 years, Oscar Niemeyer has created some of the most controversial and iconic buildings of the twentieth century. Like his work, his life has been extraordinary; at 100 years of age, he is still working prolifically, arriving at his office in Rio de Janeiro every morning and toiling with an energy that would put many people half his age to shame.
A string of high-profile projects, including the 1956 commission for designing every building in Brazil...

 The real estate market in this region of Brazil is becoming one of the world’s hottest emerging destinations as a growing economy, low inflation, large amounts of foreign direct investment and rising tourism fuel demand. Kaka said “Natal, with certainty, is one of the prettiest cities in Brazil.

It is an interesting part of our country and (has) the closest proximity to Europe.”
Estrela do Atlantico in which Kaka made his investment is centrally located...

Think of Brazil and think of the hedonistic festivals, samba bands marching in the street and the world’s best footballers playing keep-up on the beach. Brazil is carnival country, full of exotic flair. Certainly, it lives up to its reputation in many ways; but there are many other sides to this enchanting country.

Business travellers are more likely to land in Sao Paulo than Rio but the Brazilian business centre is not without its charms; with a host of excellent museums, concerts, ...