If you’re thinking about buying property in the Alps, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is whether you’re open to buying a chalet renovation project. I mention chalets a few times in this post, but equally you could be looking for an Alpine apartment to...
The Knight Frank Ski Property Report 2021 was published two weeks ago. Billed as “the definitive guide to property market conditions in the world’s top ski destinations”, I’ve picked out my key points.
I’ve written in previous blog posts about the current global trend of people wanting to experience open spaces and areas of outstanding natural beauty. The ‘flight from the cities’ has affected the alps in a very positive way, as the summer visitor numbers will...
Earlier in the month I decided to go out to the Alps as I wanted to see for myself what the situation was ‘on the ground’. I'm fortunate in that having to quarantine on my return was not a hugely limiting factor. I felt it was well worth it to be able to pick the...
Last month I shared a blog post about investing in property and how it’s often seen as a very attractive option even during more trying economic periods. There’s absolutely no doubt that the property market in the Alps is doing well. This is clearly excellent news for...
It’s long been said that necessity is the mother of invention. This proverb certainly seems to have been proven correct by what we’re currently seeing in the Alps. After a truncated winter ski season, resorts have pulled out all the creative stops to prepare for what...
People have always been enthusiastic about investing in property. This is true even in tougher economic times, where many investors feel more confident putting their money into physical assets. Alpine property investment is, however, a niche that needs specific...
With current world events as they are, it would be foolish to pretend that everything is ‘business as usual’ in the Alps. The good news is that in my experience there is still plenty going on. Restrictions are now starting to lift worldwide and travel has become an...
Buying property is an incredibly valuable experience. Whatever sort of property you’re looking for, finding and securing it is often the result of many months – or even years – of careful planning. Of course, the process is not always straightforward. It can throw up...
Switzerland was, for quite some time during the last century, the most well known ski destination in the world, with many of its resorts retaining lasting recognition therefore has been an attractive prospect to invest in property in Switzerland. It’s been attracting...