More are more people are looking for alternatives to traditional investment, as pension funds face shortfalls and interest rates remain low.
For many, it is the lure of property, both domestic and foreign that attracts the attention and the investment. Properties as second homes, rental vehicles or straightforward investments are very popular, but purchase can be complicated and maintenance costs are high. Land, on the other hand, is an untapped investment that could make some fantastic profits.
Why land?
Land is becoming an increasingly popular investment, particularly in places like the UK, where housing shortages are a growing problem and land consequently rises in value. The benefits of buying land include:
Return the rates of return on land, whilst not guaranteed, are often better than returns on any other type of investment, including stock market investments and property.
Simplicity the purchase of a parcel of land is a straightforward legal transaction that can be completed within 28 days. Selling your land on is equally as easy.
Management you dont have to be checking share prices every day or spending your profits on...