Investment projects in the former Soviet Union
Some former USSR republics offer interesting investment opportunities. Ukraine and Georgia, which have recently gone through dramatic political changes, demonstrated rapid economy growth and soaring real estate prices. Today, as many other economies they come across the plunge in house prices and tighter credits, but still there are some attractive options.
Rental business in Kiev, Ukraine
Real estate market in Ukraine is quite transparent and secure. Modern electronic real estate registry (recording the chain of title to real property) allows for safe investments in Ukraine real estate, and visa free entrance for USA, UK and EU citizens boosts the inflow of investors.
A recently renovated modern 3-room apartment with 2 bedrooms and 1,5 bathrooms in a prestigious city centre of Kiev close to Sophia Cathedral is offered for sale with a tenant. The apartment is located on the last floor of the pre-revolutionary building, which underwent a total renovation. Large balcony and tall windows overlook the historic center and roofs of the old city. Everything is made for your convenience: contemporary interior, modern kitchen, all the appliances and air conditioning in each room. This apartment has been rented for a long term. Quarterly payments are made in advance, the landlord keeps a one month security deposit.
As the apartment is already rented investor will avoid possible vacancies. Maintenance is very low: electricity is paid by a tenant, real estate taxes in Ukraine are negligible and do not exceed $100 per year, that’s why they are not specified in the calculations.
Cost value ~ $425,000
Monthly rent ~ $2,000
Yearly rent ~ $24,000
Rental yield ~ 5,6%
Details about this apartment
Other investment opportunities in Kiev, Ukraine.
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Investing in Sochi real estate
Investment in real estate in Sochi can be a really profitable business, principally due to the rapid development of the resort, especially in recent years, with the preparation for the Olympics in 2014, the city's business activity has increased a lot. Thus, over the past few years, prices for land plots in prestigious areas of Greater Sochi increased by 5-10 times, prices for apartments - by 3-5 times. Investment in new construction has also gained more popularity, when profits grow along with the constrcution phases and continue to grow yearly because of sustained growth in real estate prices in Sochi. The most advantageous option is to invest in off plan projects of luxury "de luxe" segment, where the prices are significantly higher than the average. The minimum profit from such investment would be around 25-30 % per year. That is why almost all the apartments in new developments are sold out at the early stage of construction.
Sochi commercial real estate market in it's modern sense has started to take shape in recent years.
The greatest demand is still for small offices and retail space, whilst the segment of high-quality warehouses is still not formed as a class. Hotel segment is the best developed sector of commercial real estate market in the city, since historically, Sochi has always had a status of Russian SPA capital.
To everyone wishing to invest in the hotel segment, experts advise to further raise the quality of the inventory. This can be done in both ways: by modernization of existing hotels or building new high-quality accommodation facilities.
Residential and commercial property in Sochi - list of offers
Investment projects in Gudauri ski resort, Georgia
Gudauri is a rapidly developing ski resort located in Kazbegi region of Georgia, 120 km from Tbilisi, 2,196 m (about 7,200 feet) above the sea level. There is a modern highway connecting Gudauri and Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, and the drive from the Tbilisi International airport takes less than two hours. Skiing season lasts from December to April, offering unique skiing options including heli-skiing. During the summer it becomes a hiking and mountain sports resort.
Townhouses: description and numbers
- Ski-in, ski-out
- 980 euro per meter, total area of a townhouse – 280 sq. m (3 out of 10 units still available). Operating costs – 6,000 euro (conservative high estimate)
- Flexible floor plans, fit out according to the owner’s choice. Suggested floor plan features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, open plan kitchen, dining and living area, sauna, storage and ski-room
- Construction completion – November 2008 ready for final fit out
- Rental expectations: 70-90 euro per bedroom per night during the ski season with occupancy of 80-85%; 40-50 euro per bedroom per night in summer with occupancy of 40-50%. Yield from rent – 19%
Concept: catered chalets
We plan to introduce a popular European concept of catered chalet in Georgia, making the stay of our guests comfortable and hassle-free. They will not have to look for a restaurant or a store, enjoying the privacy of their own chalet and the comforts of a five star hotel: gourmet cooking according to personal dietary requirements, daily cleaning and driver’s services. These additional high-quality services will be a competitive advantage of the property and will make the property owners desired partners for corporate clients and travel agencies.
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Investment projects in the Euro zone
Europe presents attractive investment opportunities, especially in the economically stable countries of the European Union. Being the largest European economy, Germany offers high capital growth potential, particularly in the capital city of Berlin, where prices are still up to 30% lower than in any other major city in Germany.
Berlin real estate
The city of 3.4 million residents, Berlin is undergoing a lot of development to catch up with the housing shortage. Property prices have been increasing at an average of 7.8% over the past two years, and the rental index has been rising at an average of 5.8%. Foreign investors enjoy mortgage options and a fully regulated legal process.
We can offer several buy-to-let options that yield a guaranteed 5% net yield per year, all fully refurbished and in sought after locations. Apartments are managed by a professional local management company, providing the owners with a guaranteed rental return throughout the length of the contract. For all of the properties below, foreigners can take advantage of up to 60% financing.
There are suitable options for different budgets:
Please contact us if you would like to learn more about investment options in Europe, USA or Russia.
