The American dream has never been more realisable to UK investors - with opportunities aplenty to head to the vibrant state of California

With a favourable exchange rate and an outstanding quality of life on offer, it's no wonder that savvy UK property buyers are looking across the pond to California and the latest developments from one of America's largest home builders, D.R. Horton.

Established in 1978 in Texas as a family business, it has expanded its presence to include communities in 83 markets in 27 states. It is one of the largest homebuilders in the United States, having built 53,000 quality new homes across the USA last year, and is in the 2007 Fortune Top 500.

A buyer's market
Today, California is a buyer's market and D.R. Horton offers a wide choice of property developments throughout the state with locations from the sophisticated luxury of the Pacific Coast to the rustic beauty of the desert. And with homes ranging from single-level, two-bedroom apartments to two-storey, six-bedroom detached homes - with prices often starting from as little as #125,000 - it has never been a better time to invest. To cater to an increased demand from the UK market, a dedicated D.R. Horton Sales Office and website have been launched in the UK to assist with queries relating to California's property and lifestyle, emigration and visa requirements. Comments Richard Reid, Head of Sales at D.R. Horton UK: "California is often overlooked as the destination of choice by UK buyers, but now is the time to capitalise on a good exchange rate and the investment potential in this market. Whether you're climbing the property ladder and looking for the next value-for-money development, or you're a family or retiree looking for a total change in lifestyle, California offers something for everyone."

Quality homes
D.R. Horton understands the needs of today's homebuyer and each development creates a vibrant environment where first-class amenities are within easy reach. Each private community features lush landscaping, fitness centres, clubhouses, outdoor pools, cabanas, barbecues and a general lifestyle to suit every stage of life, regardless of whether you choose to live there permanently or use the property as a holiday home or rental investment. When choosing off-plan, buyers have the flexibility to express their own sense of style and are offered a wide variety of options and upgrades to give their home a personality all of its own. From designer-selected flooring to kitchen countertop options, D.R. Horton's dedicated design team is ready to make your home uniquely yours. From sea-side to mountainside, California offers a range of landscapes to suits all tastes. With golf courses, ski resorts and spa towns, to national parks and some of the finest vineyards in the country - there's never been a better time to invest in the region.

Useful information
For information regarding UK or USA mortgages please contact: Darren Isaacs Top Mortgages Abroad 08707 775 725, Website: www.topmortgagesabroad.com

For further information on D R Horton's developments or to request a brochure please call 0845 888 3333 or visit www.drhorton.co.uk