In the midst of an unspoilt Arctic wonderland lies the exotic Lappish resort of Levi. Renowned as one of Finland's best and most extensive ski-areas, it offers snow-sure sking from November to May in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

This tranquil resort in the heart of Lapland also hosts the annual Alpine ski world cup; has 48 slopes (15 of which are floodlit); 26 lifts; superpipe; halfpipe; snow park; black runs and intermediate and beginner runs.

Attractions off the slopes include husky reindeer and snowmobile safaris, Icelandic horse-riding, and the magical Northern Lights where visitors can ski amidst the silence of the fells in a mystical blue twilight of rose-coloured dawns and dusks.

The overseas property specialists David Stanley Redfern Ltd have two properties in Levi. The Aurora Sky hotel is part of a small off-plan holiday village being built right at the foot of the downhill ski-slopes. While Snow White Golf Hotel has all the qualities of the Aurora Sky Hotel but is also near a fantastic 18 hole golf course.

Both properties come with at least 6 percent guaranteed rental yield for the first five years, but professional investors could make far higher yields if they market their own rental, or submit the property to a holiday lettings site. This is because Lapland's all-year-round beauty is attracting vast numbers of tourists for summer vacations as well as the 6 months of world class skiing conditions.

Both properties are also expected to see huge capital appreciation. Finland property prices grew by an average of 97 percent between 1995 and 2005, and although capital appreciation has slowed to a respectable average of 8 percent, property in the new emerging market of Lapland is expected to grow by around 250 percent in the next ten years.

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About David Stanley Redfern

David Stanley Redfern Ltd is one of the U.K.'s leading overseas property investment specialists. The reasons for this are an incomparable range of international properties spanning 40 destinations worldwide, and unrivalled customer care, which lasts long after the purchase has been completed. Experienced, professional staff and membership to the overseas property market's regulatory body: the Association for International Property Professionals, as well as their stringent due diligence procedures gives buyers the confidence that any purchase with David Stanley Redfern is a safe one.

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Property owners in Lapland are being urged by rescue workers to clear the snow off their roofs, after another winter of record snow fall is reaching maximum capacity for roofs. This only goes to show why Lapland's Levi ski resort is one of the best in Europe, with the ability to guarantee skiers six straight months of world class skiing conditions each year -- well they don't hold the alpine ski world cup there for nothing.

Buyers of David Stanley Redfern's Finland property, in Levi, won't have to worry about clearing the snow off their roofs. DSR are the exclusive UK agent for the Aurora Sky (Snow White) Hotel, a development of studio, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, under the management and service of the Hotel Staff and accompanying travel company, meaning things like snow clearance is all taken care of as part of the service.

The management service also gives buyers a difficult choice, do they sit back in peace of mind having taken the guaranteed 6% rental yield for the first five years, or do they take on management for a fee, meaning they can earn their apartments full potential rental yield of 8%-12%, less the 15% management fee.

If the apartment makes the middle ground 10% yield, on a £100,000 property the latter option leaves you with £8500, whereas the 6% guarantee is only £6,000, but the guaranteed yield allows for a truly stress free investment, because at Lapland's growth rates you could sell after the guarantee runs out in five years for a 125% profit, less 28% capital gains tax.

Meanwhile, the IMF has issued a release regarding Central Banks to adapt their monetary policies; to make them more flexible to compensate for fluctuations in property markets, given the current booms in overseas property investment and property markets around the world. Finland was mentioned because it is one country that saw a record growth in property investment in the last year.

That doesn't surprise me, Lapland has grown into one of the most popular investment and holiday destinations in the world, and sales there alone would make up a considerable portion of properties purchased in Finland.

According to analysts, because of the growing popularity for tourism to places like Lapland, holidays in the wild outdoors, with expansive landscapes to explore in spring and summer when only the scent of the pine forests cut onto the crisp fresh air, and of course skiing in winter, Lapland property prices are looking at rising by no less than 20%-25% for the next 5-10 years, possibly by as much as 30% in the next 1-3 years.

David Stanley Redfern's Liam Bailey explains how the growing popularity of skiing and adventure holidays as people tire of simply lying on a Spanish beach year in year out, has seen resorts like Lapland's Levi go from strength to strength.

Drawing ski and snowboard enthusiasts, is the world class Levi ski slopes, the site of the Alpine skiing world cup, and the fact that Lapland, Finland is the only place in Europe where you are guaranteed 6 months of excellent skiing conditions per year. Our Aurora Sky development hopes to capitalize on that by having its own private ski lift just yards from the front door.

But those of you not into skiing perk up, there is far more on offer at Levi than it's world class slopes: Reindeer rides for the kiddies, hot-air balloon rides, husky-dog rides, ice-fishing and skidoo rides, in summer there's Nordic walking, canoeing, fishing, and a wide range of other on and off water activities -- of course for the ladies, shopping in the new mall. I admit that the 24 hour darkness in Lapland might be seen as a downfall by some. But for me, this is easily made up for by the 24 hour daylight in summer, and the crowd drawing Northern Lights Phenomenon (ref 1). 15 out of the 44 Levi pistes are floodlit, so the 24 hour darkness really isn't a problem for skiers.

Because of its growth the Levi ski resort is currently seeing massive development in the form of the Aurora Sky (snow white) hotel complex and apartments. We at David Stanley Redfern Ltd are the exclusive agent for the Aurora Sky (snow white) Hotel.

The Aurora Sky Hotel, contains: studios - 3 bedroom apartments priced from £91,230 -- £229,280. We also have a range of 3-4 bedroom apartments with multiple bathrooms and reception rooms, ideal to take advantage of the rising Finnish rental market. Also helping you to maximise your gains is the fact that the apartments are managed as part of the Aurora Sky hotel, which means they guarantee a healthy rental yield, namely 6% for the first two years. The properties are also serviced by hotel staff meaning your apartment will be kept safe while you reap the rewards, knowing your apartment is ready for your next holiday.

All the above says that Aurora Sky apartments; managed property on a booming resort are ideal holiday home investments. But for those of you who are looking for an overseas property as an investment only: property prices in Finland are set to grow by an expected 300% over the next ten years. This forecast is based on the current figure for Capital appreciation, which is strong at 35% per annum - that and the growing popularity of skiing holiday's, and this resort in particular make 300% over ten years a fairly safe bet.

Another great thing about Finland property is the buyer protection offered by the government. Deposits made on off-plan properties are held by the government until the property is built and the keys are handed over, meaning buyers can change their mind and simply get their deposit back minus a small administration fee, unlike most cases where the buyer would have to market and resell their property. This protection would also be beneficial if for any reason work should stop on the properties.

As for the rental market, the sheer number of outdoor activities, Lapland's mystique, 24 hour summer daylight, and beautiful scenery, to compliment the obvious strengths of the winter market and Northern lights attraction, as well as the properties being managed, should make earning an all year round rental income child's play. In an article in the Guardian Sat 24 Nov. Judith Prescott wrote: "one rental agency reports summer visitors to Lapland more than trebled to more than 1500 between 2002 and 2005."

Lapland is truly one of the world's growth areas. Further helping this is the poor skiing conditions in the Alps for several seasons, prompting tour operators to look for better options, making Levi's six months of great conditions a firm favourite. This has prompted a growth in the availability of flights to Lapland, with British Midland now offering flights from Heathrow to Kitilla, just 14km from Levi, and many more operators have packages from U.K. airports in the pipeline.

This will see the popularity of Levi continue to grow, and combined with the growing popularity of skiing, making a holiday home on perhaps Europe's best ski resort: Levi, an incredibly wise investment indeed.

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House prices in Finland doubled between 1995 and 2005, and they continue to rise strongly. A couple of great things about a property investment in Finland are the low total transaction costs of 7.7% - 10.2%, and the buyer protection offered by the government. With an off-plan purchase in Finland (like Aurora Sky) buyers deposits are held by the government, so if for any reason work on the development should stop, or the even if the buyer simply changes their mind, they will get their deposit back minus a nominal administration fee.

Where to buy in Finland depends on what the buyer is looking for. Buyers in the market for an investment only, with no intention to use it or rent it out, only to sell it for a big profit some years down the line can buy anywhere where price rises remain strong, Helsinki, Lapland and many more places. But those looking for a Finnish holiday home to rent out when not in use should focus on Lapland - specifically the Levi ski resort.

David Stanley Redfern's Aurora Sky (snow white) Hotel complex of studio, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments is right at the foot of Levi's downhill skiing slopes, the very same slopes the Alpine skiing world cup is held on - the hotel even has its own private ski lift just yards from the door. The apartments are serviced, and optionally their rental is managed by hotel staff. One of the most recent additions to the DSR sales team has just sold one of the Aurora Sky apartments -- she had this to say of the main selling points:

"The main selling point was the 6% guaranteed rental [yield] for [the first] 5 years, also clients were quite taken by the fact that there will be a new ski lift just opposite the building. The available finance was quite a good selling point as well, together with the fact that the apartments are fully furnished."

That's right, A 6% guaranteed yield is being offered with the Aurora Sky apartments for the first five years, but this is capped, so if you have time to manage the rental marketing yourself it is worth your while to consider turning down the rental management and guaranteed yield, because the potential is there to fetch 8-12% yields.

Rental yields on the Aurora Sky apartments are higher than other places in Finland because of the rising popularity of skiing and adventure holidays, poor conditions in the Alps for several years aside, Levi can compete with the Alps even at full strength, because of the quality and uniqueness of the resort and of the complex that surrounds the Aurora Sky hotel.

Levin Tori stands alone, a small village among the snowy wilderness, while all necessary amenities are right on the doorstep. The Levin Tori complex is a shopping mall and selection of apartments that surround the Aurora Sky hotel, (Levin Tori apartments have a much higher price tag), so shopping lovers will not be disappointed, but nor will people looking for unobstructed views over the fells. All facilities and amenities necessary for a great skiing holiday lie on the Levi skiing resort proper, including ski rental and training facilities on the 44 pistes, 15 of which are floodlight for Finland's dull times.

But skiing and shopping aren't the only activities on Levi, visitors can also ride on a husky pulled sled, and enjoy Ice fishing on Levi lake, and that is only in winter. In summer visitors can enjoy Nordic walks in the brisk, fresh and pollution free Levi air, and fishing on the afore mentioned Levi lake. All year round hot air balloon rides are also on offer as well as reindeer rides for the kids.

The rise in the popularity of skiing and adventure holidays is a growing phenomenon, possibly it has something to do with skin cancer fears, but more likely people who have previously looked at only warm destinations want to try something different. Because of this and the six months of excellent skiing conditions, beautiful scenery and vast array of all year round activities, an Aurora Sky property is perfect for any type of buyer.

Those looking for solely a rental income orientated investment, with no holiday usage in mind have a good chance of getting all year round rental with a high yield for his trouble. Long term investors will be attracted by the fact that prices in Finland are expected to rise 300% over the next ten years, based on the current capital appreciation figure of 35%. And if you're a thrill-seeking adventure holiday lover, or simply tired of baking on a beach, these are perfect holiday homes, whether you rent them out when not in use, for the guaranteed 6% or go it alone and making much more.

Find out more about Finland investment property at: property in Finland

In the competitive and ever changing arena that is the overseas property investment market, few names spring to mind that are not only reputable but are as consistent as the high quality of the product they offer, their overseas property developments. 'Homes Overseas' offers a definitive guide to such companies as well as the holiday home and investment opportunities they offer to potential buyers. Their latest award winners were David Stanley Redfern Ltd with their exclusive and luxurious 1-3 bedroom apartments in the Snow White Hotel, Aurora Sky Finland.

Let's take a closer look at the award winning David Stanley Redfern Ltd and their 136,094 euros Lapland property:

David Stanley Redfern Ltd boasts an extensive global portfolio and can offer expert advice on any overseas property investments. They are renowned for their eagle eyed scrutiny and assertive action within the overseas property market and for securing only the best in investment opportunities. Predominantly, their properties are offered exclusively and after years spent working directly with developers to obtain competitively priced opportunities, their experience and knowledge has evidently paid off, attracting some of the spot lit attention they surely deserve.

They offer complete customer service that includes full advice and assistance at every step of any transaction, as well as their extended services available regarding various matters including those of freight and of finance. Whether it's a relocation or re-sale situation, whatever your individual need or personal query might be, David Stanley Redfern Ltd has it covered. Solutions are only sourced from their trusted agents, lawyers and notaries who take as much pride in their professional integrity as David Stanley Redfern Ltd do themselves. By putting each and every investor's priorities at the forefront of their services, they excel in today's closely fought overseas property market place. How do they do it?

Well, experience and knowledge are certainly factors to take into consideration, but what gives David Stanley Redfern Ltd their enviable edge amidst their competitors. To quote David Stanley Redfern himself: "We have scouts worldwide, on the ground or on site, constantly searching for the best of any development opportunities that emerge within the overseas property marketplace". Apparently, a pro-active approach pays off. Congratulations to David Stanley Redfern Ltd. Now, let's have a look at that award winning Snow White Hotel in Finland.

136,094 euros will buy you a new 1-3 bedroom apartment in a property market that's expected to undergo a 300% growth over the coming decade. Hard to argue with perhaps, but what does hotel have to offer? Aside form being in close proximity to the first rate ski slopes that are virtually situated at its feet, the auspicious Aurora Sky Hotel offers direct access to the breathtaking Yllas Mountain views that accentuate the second to none splendour of this stunning development. Amidst the flourishing freedom of Finland lies this life-changing and award winning opportunity for any investor to investigate. To avoid disappointment, contact David Stanley Redfern Ltd today.

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If you're tired of blistering sun baked beaches and the salty goodness of the serene seas of predictable places like Spain or Southern France, why not try something a little more diverse? David Stanley Redfern Ltd, an overseas property investment specialist highly recommends Finland, home to spectacular ice laden landscapes and occasionally a never setting sun illuminates the abundant splendor for months at a time!

Almost anyone who has been abroad has lazed in the rays and listened to the distant cries of both children and adults alike as they splash scream and generally stir it up at the seashore! Do you feel it's time for something different? Do you need to let you adventurous side loose? What the heck, why not try something a whole world removed from that tempting but tired scene?

Just check this out!1-3 bedroom apartments in the Snow White Hotel, Aurora Sky are currently available from as little %u20AC136,094, providing you with an idyllic home as your base of operations as you set out into the lesser known recreational realms of this marvelous country! With Finland's estimated 300% increase in the property market to follow in the coming decade, it's surely a sound investment worth making! Just ask David Stanley Redfern Ltd, the experts!

Finland has got all the usual attractions you might expect to find by the bucketful! Snowy sightseeing, saunas, sea/ice fishing and Santa Claus are all awaiting your arrival! And the summer months are no less popular either, largely owing to the massive array of golfing, mountain biking, horse riding, Nordic walking, canoeing, and jet skiing opportunities to be taken!

Very enjoyable indeed, but if you're looking for something incomparable, something you can proudly reflect on in future years with only your joyous smile to reflect that individual inner elation of yours, there's so much more to be discovered in Finland!

Before I continue I should explain that just like you, I live in the real world and not in the land of make believe! The opportunities offered here are admittedly hard to believe, but they're every bit as fun as they are incredible! So, where to start:

Perhaps with the many tournaments held in Finland, including mosquito swatting and milking stool throwing, table-top drumming and ants nest sitting! (Yes really!). Maybe team berry picking or the ever popular kick sledding is more your thing! Been there done that you say, well%u2026read on!

Have you tried the annually held world championships of cell phone throwing or wife carrying? Do you fancy yourself as Finland's next sauna bathing champion or championship swamp football captain? You've still got the trophies you say!

Okay then%u2026did you know Finland annually hosts the annual cattle calling contest? Perhaps the lovely matchmaking festival sounds like something you could excel at! However, please don't get the two confused! Whatever you're hoping to find in Finland, you're sure to find it. The folk are friendly and ever ready to hospitably accommodate you in their fantastically refreshing homeland and fun land of Finland!

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