Winkworth has launched its new international website to cater for the growing demand of homes for sale abroad. Winkworth is expanding internationally and thus need the facility to promote worldwide properties effectively.

The website has been specifically designed for the international buyer. It is multi-lingual (English, Italian, Dutch, French, Portuguese, German), multi-currency (Euro, Pound Sterling, Swiss Franc and the US dollar) and is a source of information to both the buyer and the vendor. www.winkworth-international.com has a range of properties in France, Switzerland, Portugal, Italy and Hong Kong, plus the occasional international development.

The international property market is surprisingly strong. Now is the time to look for a property in Europe. Vendors, in France, Italy and in particular Portugal, are far more flexible on asking prices as a result of the economic downturn and strength of the Euro.

For those looking to sell their property, the French Riviera remains a sought after area, with properties along the coast lines of Villefranche and Menton, with views across the bay of St Jean Cap Ferret in high demand. A six bedroom villa on Cap Ferret, for example, recently sold for 17.5 million euros.

Portuguese properties are increasingly attractively priced and would appeal to families looking for a holiday home, such as the four bedroom villa at Aldeia da Praia on for £1,102,125.

For the high net-worth individuals, Switzerland is a sensible option. The Swiss Franc provides an attractive proposition to buyers, in particular Geneva, as a safe haven in which to invest. Its currency is out of the Euro crisis and is fixed. Furthermore as a highly affluent, tax efficient area, it is good value in the context of its surroundings.

So, if you’re thinking of buying a property in Europe, have a look at some of the properties on our international website: www.winkworth-international.com

Or call us on 020 7870 7181.