Properties
What to expect from an agent in the Baltics
26th January 2012 - 07:56
If you've decided to buy in a Baltic country, it's likely
you'll have some personal connection or already be familiar with either
Latvia, Lithuania or Estonia. Anyone starting from scratch would do well to
start their hunt for an agent by contacting the appropriate British Chamber
of Commerce in whichever Baltic nation you are interested in. Latvia has a
trade association for estate agents, LANIDA, set up to help maintain
professional levels of service in the real estate
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Making the most of your Baltics viewing trip
30th November 2011 - 08:35
The Baltics consist of Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia and every year all
three countries enjoy a vast amount of tourism and immigration alike. As
more people look abroad for a better way of life, it is places like the
Baltics which are becoming popular; popular due to their great lifestyle,
value for money on property and the weather and scenery.
One thing to consider greatly however is that when it comes to buying
property in the Baltics, whichever country you go for, make sure
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Choosing where to buy in the Baltics
19th October 2011 - 07:37
It was the capital cities of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania that first
attracted overseas buyers to these Baltic countries. That was when they
offered buy-to-let opportunities during the property boom years of the
second half of the last decade which were especially appealing to foreign
investors.
Like most places, the property markets of the Baltics were affected by the
economic crash in 2008 and prices have fallen considerably and foreclosures
are common. Now could be the time
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The role of an estate agent
7th September 2011 - 03:49
The Baltic’s aren’t your everyday second home or emigration
destination, so chances are, if you’ve decided to buy there,
you’ll have some personal connection with Latvia, Lithuania or
Estonia and hopefully some contacts there.
If not, a good starting point for finding an agent – or getting
recommendations - could be the corresponding British Chamber of Commerce
for each of the States. Latvia has a trade association for estate agents,
LANIDA, set up
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Property types and areas
27th July 2011 - 05:16
Consisting of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, the Baltics are bound to have
a wide variety of regions to attract people with all different tastes.
Whether you prefer a beach view and easy access to shops or a more rural
setting to enjoy the ‘quiet life’, one of these three countries
is bound to offer your take on the ideal.
Estonia: Estonian people view the buildings as being an
important link to the past; however there are few which remain in
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