International Real Estate Blog

The west central Florida area also known as the Nature Coast is a great place to l
live and enjoy an outdoor lifestyle in a rural peaceful part of Florida. Fishing
and boating are great with the Gulf on the west and lakes and rivers on the east and north sides. There are many reasonably priced golf courses too. It seems
like every week something is going on in Citrus county with many indoor
activities, shows & etc. Home prices are affordable for most anyone with a large
selection in a variety of communities.

Florida continues to lead the country in international sales. International buyers
are buying condo's and homes in south Florida because of low prices and a good
exchange rate. International buyers with cash are buying the condo's in Miami.
Most deals are cash since the condo mortgage market is so tight for everyone
especially the international buyer.

The link below has information on immigration, green cards, visas and etc.
This is a non-government website by an immigrant.

http://www.immihelp.com/

The Lake Buena Vista Resort village & Spa has been approved by the
U.S government as a designated regional center for the EB-5 "Green Card' Visa
Program. This is a fast track inventment program to obtain a Green Card
within about six months of application and the option for U.S. citizenship within
five years.
Contact: Larry Cohen Lcohen@eb5greencardUSA.com, Tel 407-238-9301

Many international buyers have to exchange their home country currency
for U.S currency. Banks typically charge high fees and the transaction process
is long. An alternative to banks is a company that focuses on currency exchange.
At the FAR Mid-Winter International Forum Anthony Quirke, a currency broker
with Sterling Exchange made a presentation. They offer 24 hour service with
free currency transfers and pay commissions for referring clients to them.
Contact Info: Anthony Quirke, E mail: tony@sterlingexchange.co.uk
Tel No: 941-312-7695, 941-312-7696