How To Buy International Real Estate 101 w/ Jon Sterling

Published: June 1, 2021, 10 a.m.

Have you fallen in love with a location so much that you wanted to live there?

Are you driven by the idea of buying international real estate but just not sure how it all works?

Jon Sterling from Espatriati.com (formerly ExpatHomes.io) specializes in international real estate for buyers, sellers, and agents. If you have ever had an interest in moving abroad, investing in another country, or plan to buy/sell real estate outside your own country then this episode is a must-listen because you will learn who this is and isn't for, common mistakes & how to avoid them, plus so much more.

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Tune In To Learn:
  • 11:30 How Jon Got Involved In The International Real Estate Market
  • 13:45 What Is Espatriati.com & Off-Market Properties
  • 16:55 Working & Living In London + How Travel Has Changed Him
  • 22:45 Who Shouldn't Consider Buying Abroad
  • 25:55 How To Get To Know A Market You Aren't Familiar With
  • 29:25 Methodologies For Figuring Out The Legalities For Overseas Property Purchases
  • 32:30 How Do Short Term Rentals Affect The Overall Picture
  • 36:00 Common Mistakes On Buying Abroad
  • 45:00 Taxes, Loans, & The Financial Side
  • 51:55 Property Management When You Are Not There
  • 54:20 Trends In The Market
  • 01:00:05 Does Your Timeline Match Up With Your Opportunity
  • And so much more
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