What makes a suitable investment property?
As a general rule, if you are looking for capital growth from your investment, avoid small and cheaper properties. If you are looking for high income returns, avoid large and expensive properties. If you are looking for a combination of both, a two bedroom apartment in a coproprit is usually a safe bet. Regular lettings (locations) are only likely if the property is in a good location, well maintained, furnished and equipped, and within fairly easy reach of shops, restaurants and other tourist attractions. For example, golf draws visitors all year round. France is the most popular country with British holiday skiers, boarders and mountain walkers. Alpine property is one of the hottest investments in France. If you are buying for the rental market then above all else you must by as close to the slopes as possible. Many buyers who invest close to the ski slopes earn high returns from letting their chalet or apartment throughout the year. All the major resorts are an easy day=s drive from
