At the end of 2008 prices for Bulgarian property were up 11.7% from a year earlier and whilst this would be good growth in any other market, for Bulgaria it was a rapid slowdown. Prices rose 27% in 2007, 16% in 2006 and 37% in 2005 as Europeans and Russians rushed in to buy, prior to the accession of Bulgaria into the EU. The main areas attracting foreigners were on the Black Sea coast and in Bulgaria’s ski resorts, with the resorts of Bansko, Pamporovo and Borovets attracting a lot of overseas buyers. But as with most other countries, demand for property in Bulgaria is slowing. At the end of 2008, building permits were down 15% compared to a year earlier and in January of this year around 5% of Bulgaria’s real estate agencies shut down. In 2007 Bulgaria was the fourth most popular destination for British overseas buyers and the number one destination for Russians, because of the countries strong economy it was also the destination of choice for a number of multinational companies who’s employees also helped push up prices. Things are different now and there is a definite cooling down of the economy and Bulgarian property prices are predicted to drop around 10% this year, mainly due to low demand. - Real Estate in Bulgaria - A good time to buy ? ~

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Living In Bulgaria: What You Should Look Out For By Simeon Mitropolitski  - Never argue with the Bulgarians over one of the following topics: their history, medical care in Bulgaria, soccer and international politics. Bulgarians are sure that they are born with some intrinsic skills in the field of history, and also in medicine. They believe that they are specialists in everything regarding soccer and above all they are experts in what concerns global politics. If you are foolish enough to argue with them over one of the above-mentioned topics, Bulgarians will look at you like an extraterrestrial, which has tried in vain to question their territory. As a little compensation, Bulgarians adore foreigners who express some admiration towards the natural beauty of their homeland. Tell them that the rolling hills in Bulgaria look much better than in some far remote country, and they will immediately trust you and also will think highly of you.

On the Road: From Turkey to Bulgaria by Jay Winfrey  - My legs cramped up immediately.  This is nothing new to me.  Things in other countries never seem to be built with my size in mind, much less my comfort.  I imagine that there are few seats in any bus or train or airplane that remain comfortable after 11 hours.  Sitting for that long in claustrophobic quarters is like asking a dog to stand for 11 hours…attacks are likely. We rode in absolute silence…the only sound being the driver’s Zippo every half-hour and the sound of his first exultant exhalation.  As the sun slowly disappeared to the west and the clouds of a cold rain built to the north, I imagined myself in the villages we passed; growing up with everything planned out, going to the mosque and playing soccer in the grazing fields.     I stared out the window like this watching the sun smooth out and die as a finished smoke flung itself out of the driver’s window, and the weather seemed to grow colder.

Adventure Vacation In Bulgaria The Natural Beauty Of Bulgaria by Petya Milkova  - Bulgaria is a popular destination for sea and ski holidays. But the country has also other charming places yet to be discovered. These are the numerous mountains, plains, rivers, villages and many more. Here you can practice many outdoor activities. Among the well developed are trekking and hiking, horse back riding, bird watching, etc. Other practiced activities are: caving, paragliding, mountain-biking, rafting and kayaking, photography tours, botany, etc. The unique geographical location of Bulgaria provides possibilities for all year round adventure activities. There are 4 snowy months, a mild and green spring when many flowers blossom, a hot summer with less rain and a colorful autumn. Bulgaria is one of the few countries with very well preserved nature: 3 National parks, 9 Nature parks an many reserves (2 of them included in the UNESCO list). There are eco-trails, which run through the protected areas and show unique nature wonders.

The 5 Best Places to Retire in Europe By Susan Beverley  - If you’re concerned about the cost of living in retirement – and let’s face it, the thought of living on a fixed income makes ‘value for money’ a high priority in many a retiree’s mind, Bulgaria, one of the newest entrants to the European Union, could be the perfect nation for you to explore. Bulgaria is in Europe, it’s in the EU, it’s part of NATO, it has a strong emerging and developing economy – but of critical of importance is the fact that it does not (yet) use the euro as its currency.  This has had the long-term effect of keeping costs and prices so much lower in Bulgaria than in equally interesting nations in Europe, such as most of those listed above for example! Before Bulgaria joined the ranks of the EU back in 2007 there was much speculation that its real estate and tourism economies would boom.  Inward investment by Europe was massive, and speculative investment from private sources soared.  However, Bulgaria never really boomed as expected, and instead it has managed to maintain its ethnic integrity and its national identity, and not sell out to become just another tourism centre in Europe.

Property in Bulgaria to get Enforced Facelifts  - Anyone who owns property in the Bulgarian Black Sea resort of Bourgas will soon be required to restore and redecorate the exterior of their home – as part of a bid by the Government to improve the city centre. Legal action will be taken against anyone who fails to comply. The Mayor of Bourgas, Dimitar Nikolov, has said that the new rules are an essential part of the area’s restoration and rejuvenation programme and will apply to Bulgarian properties in the central pedestrian streets particularly along Alexandrovska and Bogoridi. Some of the first phases of the work will begin in Troikata Square. Owners will be given a ‘decent time frame’ in which to conduct the necessary work. In case they fail to do so, the municipality will renovate the buildings with its own resources, after which it will collect the funds through legal action, if the owner fails to pay. The completion time for the refurbishment of Tsar Simeon Street and the area between Bulair and Cyril and Methodii has been brought forward and new pavements, tarmac, green belts, alleys and parking spaces are to be completed by the end of the month.

Montenegro: There are places in this world almost too good to write about By Tanja Bulatovic  - Like precious jewels, unpolished and raw they sit proudly in the quiet knowledge of their own self-worth without needing to blow their own trumpet. With a surface of only 13 800 Km2 and a population of 600 000, Crna Gora, as the locals call her (meaning Black Mountain) is the size of a postage stamp. And yet, this UNESCO protected nature lover’s paradise packs plenty of punch. Diverse landscapes, rugged terrain, dramatic gorges, spectacular rivers, striking fjords and a picture postcard coastline. There are 250km of beach (pebbles and sand), National parks and ski resorts, all complimented by the turquoise hue of the Adriatic Sea. The average temperature is 25°C in summer, with 230 days of sunshine per year. While Montenegro, specifically the coast has grown in leaps and bounds, little is known about its inland charms such as Durmitor National Park, the Tara River Canyon (the deepest in Europe), Mount Lovcen, Skadar (the biggest lake in the Balkans) and numerous other lakes, forests, and hidden gems. -

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Never Pay U.S. Taxes Again - Legally  - Expatriation: It’s been called “the ultimate estate plan” and it’s a legal, step-by-step process that can lead to the legal right for you to stop paying U.S. or other national income taxes—forever. In sum, it requires professional consultations, careful planning, movement of assets offshore and acquisition of a second nationality. When all that’s done (and done exactly right), you must leave behind your home country and become a “tax exile” with an established domicile in a low or no-tax jurisdiction. And, for U.S. citizens, this unusual plan requires, as a final step toward tax freedom, the formal relinquishment of citizenship. A drastic plan? You bet. And in truth, there are many other perfectly suitable offshore strategies that The Sovereign Society recommends that can result in significant tax savings. These include international life insurance policies (TSI 1/02)5  and offshore investments made through retirement plans (TSI 7/03).6 But for U.S. citizens and long-term residents who seek a permanent and completely legal way to stop paying all U.S. taxes, expatriation is the only option. Also see the article: Become a Real Estate Mogul Owning a master franchise

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