Cyprus property only really reached its peak in terms of popularity with overseas buyers in the early part of 2008, which is also when prices really looked like showing some serious growth. Then a mixture of the international downturn and problems with people not getting their title deeds killed any growth potential that was building under theC ypriot property market.

There is a plethora of reasons to believe that Cyprus property will start seeing strong levels of price growth, possibly in the final quarters of this year, but definitely next year. And now that a solution has been offered to the title deeds problem, there is very little to stunt its growth.

Reasons to Invest in Property in Cyprus

Cyprus Property Among Cheapest in the EU - Low property prices means more of the people who want to buy property in Cyprus can do, and also means plenty of room for growth.

Cyprus Government approves 14 new golf courses - Golf has been one of Cyprus' biggest attractions, with many of the big property developments having golf courses in Cyprus, or being built near them.

Disney Confirms Cyprus as site of Euro Disney 2 - Cyprus is to become the site of a second Disney world in Europe, the first of course being in Paris.

The Pound strengthening against the Euro - Cyprus uses the Euro as its currency, and so along with all other Euro-zone countries, when the Pound strengthens it makes Cyprus property instantly cheaper to British buyers, as well as giving it instant equity.

Pent up demand for overseas property - It is a widely held belief that there is substantial pent up demand for overseas property, perhaps especially within Britain. This is expected to start releasing next year, at which point the strengths mentioned above should make Cyprus property a firm favourite with lifestyle buyers and investors alike.

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Firstly, you need to determine how much time you have. Do you need to sell your property right away or can the property stay on the market for several months? Take our word for it, but this can play a major role when setting your asking price for your property. Should you need to sell your property quickly, you will want to price to sell, which may mean setting a lower asking price.

You then need to evaluate the market value of your property as well as the current real estate conditions. A number of factors including the time of year and the economy can effect conditions so be sure to do your homework first. When deciding on a price be sure to take into consideration the maximum price the housing market will allow, how much similar properties in your area have sold for and your time table for selling. you can contact an estate agent (property marketer) or a qualified property evaluator when determining the market value. They will assist you to avoid over pricing or under pricing of your property, both of which can affect the sale of your home.

Bear in mind that although you decide on the asking price, buyers will ultimately decide what they are willing to pay for your property. For this reason, it is crucial that your property is appealing. You only get one chance to make a first impression, so before your property goes on the market consider doing the following:

Give your property a thorough cleaning.
Wash windows, both inside and outside. Make them sparkle.
Dust surfaces and remove cobwebs from light fixtures and furniture.
Repair any broken or cracked interior surfaces.
Fix cracked or peeling paint and wall paper. Perhaps even consider repainting or putting up new wallpaper.
Clear out unnecessary junk so rooms are neat and uncluttered.
De-personalize your property by removing personal objects such as photos.
Remove stains from floors and carpets.
Keep your lawn trimmed and edged
Remove dead plants and clutter from your yard.
Consider adding plants and flowers to make your yard more appealing.
Repair broken fences and gates
Complete those general maintenance jobs you have been putting off.

Although you can sell on your own, working with an estate agent or realtor is recommended. Most commission rates are 5% - 10% of the final sale price, your best option is to shop around and interview agents and then settle on the one that best suits your needs. When you find the right agent formally agree on his/her commission rate before the house goes on the market. An introducer agreement can be signed by you in conjunction with the agent.

Should you decide not work with an estate agent there are numerous sites on the internet that can assist you through the process. Sites such as www.CYPROPERTY.co.uk simply allow you to post your property free. The beauty of these types of sites is that they are accessible to people around the world. This is important since more and more citizens from other countries are looking to purchase property in Cyprus.

Marketing is the best way when wanting to sell your property. In addition to placing a “for sale” sign outside, consider listing your Bungalow/villa or apartment in property magazines and newspapers. Newspapers such as Cyprus Weekly and Cyprus Property & Home reach thousands of readers and prospective buyers weekly.

When writing descriptions for such publications and for internet sites, be sure to include positive points such as the property’s location in relation to beaches, the supermarket, other towns, and even the airport. Also include any additional features the home may have such as a swimming pool or central air conditioning. You want to emphasize all the positive selling points, don’t forget to include the basics such as the basic style of the home and how many bedrooms and bathrooms there are. You should also mention the size of each room in the home. Important is to include the plt size and the covered area in m²

Consider setting up an appointment with your lawyer before you even get your first offer. They will explain Capital Gains Tax. Several factors determine the amount of tax you will pay after the sale including how long you have resided at your property, inflation and the cost of any additions you may have made to the property.

When you accept the offer and the buyer has put down a reservation fee which varies between 2000 and 5000 euro’s you then need to contact your lawyer again. They will draw up the necessary contracts or documents and answer any other legal questions you may have. At this time you should also make sure that you’ve paid all necessary taxes on your property. It is a good idea to get a Certificate of Release from the Inland Revenue verifying that all your taxes are settled. Doing this will help you avoid any unnecessary holdups later in the process.
The final sale and transfer of your property to the new buyer is relatively easy and can be concluded in about an hour. Both you and the buyer will need to go to the Lands’ Office counter where you will sign all necessary documents.

When you decide to sell your property in Cyprus it is not just as simple as placing a “for sale” sign out the front of your bungalow / villa / apartment and often can be an overwhelming endeavor for the owner. However, when you break it down as shown to you above into several systematic steps you can then make the processes a lot easier thus reducing any unnecessary anxiety.