Buying a House Abroad: Honduras

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There are foreign buyers of houses in Honduras (dominated by Americans), and Roatan and the Bay Islands have interest. There are quite a lot of downsides to consider - for example there is a lot of crime in Honduras. Also, there are various strong warnings at given at this US Government site about the need for extreme caution.

Lonely Planet Guide to Honduras

Beautiful images of Honduras

Ask a Professional

There are investment prospects in Honduras, but it is essential that you seek independent expert professional advice before undertaking any property purchase. There are lots of things to bear in mind, including local laws and regulations, taxes, surveyor's assessments of the building, financial currency exchange, dealing with interbank transfers, volatity of the housing market, etc. etc. In some countries there are various restrictions on foreigners owning land or property, so this needs to be checked out fully. Any property purchase is a major undertaking.

It may seem obvious but it's well worth going on holiday to a country several times to see if you like it.

Surge in Interest

The interest in purchasing property abroad has increased at an amazing rate in the past five years, fuelled in the UK by a booming domestic housing market making overseas properties seem good value for money. Also, TV programmes like Channel 4's `A Place in the Sun' have made everyone realise that owning a property abroad is no longer just for the rich and famous. People are interested in purchasing a home overseas for a variety of reasons - enjoyment, investment, a new life, retirement, and more.

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