Spanish Investment Property Market In 2006

Recent speculation from some property experts has suggested that the Spanish property market could see some decline in the very near future.
  
  While for investors that have already bought their Spanish investment property and are looking to sell soon for a profit this may be less than desirable news, though overall for new buyers this is very good news indeed.
  
  The reason is that when property prices start declining in any country the buyers are in more of a position of control and selection over the properties they buy and also the asking price becomes more negotiable.
  
  While in the past where prices have continued to sky rocket in popular areas of Spain, it has generally been the sellers who were at an advantage and were able to sell up for guaranteed profits.
  
  Because of these market changes you will find that the buyers looking to invest longer term will benefit greatly, especially with some of the bargains they will find in the coming months.
  
  Spanish investment property in 2006 is looking up for the longer term investor as prices are estimated to drop by as much as 10 next year due to slightly less demand but the continued new developments being built.
  
  While this is not ideal for developers in Spain, this is great news for anyone looking to invest in the ever popular Spanish off-plan property market.
  
  Spanish investment property seems like it will clearly need a more long-term strategy for the investor, as a drop in prices will mean less chance of an investor selling for profit in the near future.
  
  By investing long term though rentals and property prices are expected to grow steadily in the future meaning that buying now at a lower price could have major returns in the future.
  
  The speculation of property price drops in Spain is also likely to cause investors to hold off buying for a few months to see if they can find some good bargains. As more sellers find it difficult to sell their property due to caution in the market, its likely that buyers will be able to find themselves some really good deals by waiting and holding back over the next few months.
  
  Many people will likely be dropping their prices to make sure they will sell their property in a slowing market, which means the buyer will have the upper hand in negotiating with sellers or developers.
  
  Two top property companies in Spain are advising buyers to make their bids between five and ten percent below the current asking price, therefore investors who are willing to bide their time can make some very smart purchases in 2006.
  
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