Why You Should Consider Buying Real Estate in Majorca (Mallorca)

Majorca (or, more properly, Mallorca) is the best-loved and most frequently visited of the Balearic Islands by visitors from the U.K. However, you should not allow its burgeoning business success as a centre of the Spanish tourist industry prevent you from considering as a location to look for property for sale, whether as a real-estate investment, a holiday home or a permanent place of residence.

The island is the largest of the Balearics and fittingly offers the greatest variety of contrasting landscapes from the beautifully preserved mountains and forest of the interior to the miles upon miles of fantastic beaches, including many with Blue Flag status. The status of the island as an environmentally clean landscape has recently been reinforced by actor Michael Douglas’ financial sponsorship of its nature reserve. He and his Welsh born wife, Catherine Zeta Jones, have made Majorca a home away from home for themselves and their family.

Of course, it is not just the attraction of seeing Britain's most famous film star taking her leisure at one of Mallorca's many lovely cafes and restaurants or shopping in the local markets that make Mallorca property worth considering. The range of tourist facilities available is amazing from the Water Parks and adventure playgrounds in the north in and around Alcudia with its many water sports and lively night life to the quaint beach coves and quiet seaside villages and towns of the south.

With a consistently warm climate and beautiful weather all year round, Mallorca is also a golfers paradise. There is a range of properties from which to choose, whether you are looking for a stately finca, a more humble casa, one of the many luxurious villas by the golf courses, or very affordable seaside apartment complexes. There is something to suit every pocket.

For those seeking more permanent residence, Mallorca is not only a retirement paradise but has many opportunities for starting your own business. The tourist season runs year round and offers a range of opportunities for the budding entrepreneur with careers ranging from nightclub disc jockey to hotelier.

For those with children, there are English- and American-run schools ranging from nursery level to secondary school level. Mainland Spain also has a number of higher level institutes for college students which have internationally recognised standards.

Buying Mallorca property in Spain is relatively straightforward. Ensure your legal matters are handled by a bi-lingual solicitor and beware of estate agents who are tied to one developer (immobilaria). Pick one who is a member of N.A.E.A, Homeline or the F.I.A.B.C.I to ensure professional service. One more useful fact is that mortgages can be obtained in Spain up until the age of 75. The worldwide property portal aHome.in has villas and other properties from many different estate-agents in Majorca and other parts of Spain, making it easy for you to contact them.

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