Buying a property in Brazil is a hot topic with property investors and holiday purchasers. Investors are now turning their attention to Brazil as it rapidly becomes a leader in the field of emerging markets. Returns on investment are considered to be excellent and investors are increasingly aware of the high growth potential that Brazil offers as a stable though fresh, new investment market.

The North East
Imagine 573km of sun-drenched coastline, white dunes, lines of coconut trees and  an ocean of warm water. A temperature never below 21º C. 
Natal and its surrounding area will see more than $1.8 billion being invested over the next 5 years in new hotels, resorts and infrastructure, including a new airport, which will be the largest in Latin America (both passenger and commercial)
   
The Advantages
Property capital appreciation of 20% per annum in some locations.
Favourable currency exchange rates, making property transactions cheap for foreign investors.
President Lula’s progressive policies, bringing many improvements to Brazil, including a decrease in inflation to an all-time low.
Active encouragement and incentives for foreign investment - you can own 100% of land and property.
Some of the lowest property prices in the world.
Increase of thriving manufacturing industries relocated to Brazil and boosting the economy.
Brazil has enormous growth potential underpinned by vast natural resources -  it is self sufficient in oil and natural gas, has large labour pools, potentially huge middle-class consumer sectors and the opportunity for healthy returns on investment.
Some economists believe Brazil is amongst the leaders of the future, along with Russia, India and China.
Brazil already leads in many service and manufacturing areas: it is the world’s largest producer of coffee beans and orange juice and the second largest producer of mobile phones, executive jets and helicopters. Good economic performance has encouraged many major international businesses to produce their goods in Brazil at a fraction of former costs.
Year-round sunshine, with average summer temperatures of 21°C.
Great natural beauty with fantastic scenery and 7,000km of beaches.
Friendly nature of the Brazilian people.
Vibrant cities with carnivals and music.
Low international risk of war, terrorism or SARS in Brazil.
Easy access via direct flights from many international airports.

The country has a lot further to go to deliver its full potential.

Summary
As is true of all emerging markets, the early bird catches the worm and early investors will see the greatest returns on investment. In an area of such obvious growth and potential, property purchasers are confident they will experience substantial financial gains as the demand for both commercial and tourist residential property in Brazil increases.