Real Estate - Investment Opportunities in Goa

Goa 'the ultimate holiday destination', in recent times is emerging as the pre-eminent investment destination in India.

More than local investors, it's the foreign buyers who invest big time in Goa real estate, says Andrews, a broker source from Goa. The returns from investment in Goa in long term is considered very good. Stamp duty and other property taxes are comparatively low in Goa.

Beside, the tourists are also in the race to acquire their own home in Goa, since hotel industry in the state is booming and thus the cost of staying in hotels is quite high, so the people who visit Goa often are now vying to have their own holiday home in the state.

Adds J Dsouza, real estate broker from Goa, "Furthermore, this can be a good investment option as when they are not on vacation in Goa, they can rent out their property at high prices and can have excellent returns at hand." Moreover, possessing a seaside villa in Goa is a dream for every individual and it spells status symbol.

The cities laissez-faire lifestyle, adds an extra amount of appeal to this captivating destination. Rated as one of the best states to live in, Goa is a very peaceful place with lower rates of population, pollution and crime.

Real estate in Northern Goa is more expensive than the Southern districts of Goa, states Ashok Kumar a property broker from Goa, "South Goa is more at peace with nature and is best known for its scenic beauty, whereas north Goa is more youthful, high on night life and zeal."

He adds on further, "but currently the developments are taking place all over Goa, Southern district may not be that dynamic but it is catching up fast with many big real estate projects underway and quite a handful to be launched soon. The same goes for real estate in suburbs and peripheral areas."

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