September 5th, 2007 — Morocco, New Blogs, New Web sites
With the ever increasing army of tourists and property investors flocking to Morocco, Atlantic International Property (AIP) Group has launched a new website to keep you up to date with the latest news from the country.
www.homesofmorocco.com was created to provide both visitors and investors alike with information and developments in Morocco and is a useful resource for anyone planning to live in or visit the country. With regular updates, the site provides an intelligent and lively view of current trends, news and events and offers readers the chance to post comments, discuss stories and add information.
The website was launched due to the popular demand for information about this new property hotspot, for which AIP Group has seen a huge increase in the past year.
AIP Group opened the first British estate agents in Tenerife over 25 years ago and has since grown into one of the most influential real estate groups in the mid-Atlantic. With a large portfolio of the widest range of homes available throughout the mid-Atlantic, they realised the importance of providing making the information everyone needs when considering buying a home accessible to all.
Lawrence Howard, AIP Group’s managing director, said:
“We’ve seen the entire industry from its beginnings until today. And in that time things have changed beyond recognition. Not only have the home buying areas seen rapid development, but the nature of the business has undergone many transformations.”
For more information about buying property in Morocco, visit www.aip-propertygroup.com. For the latest news in Morocco, see www.homesofmorocco.com.
August 7th, 2007 — New Blogs
Sunway Estate Agents have launched their blog Sunway-Canaries covering Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura properties. Ivanka at their Tenerife office will be overseeing their blog and welcomes all comments relating to properties for sale in the Canary Islands.

August 3rd, 2007 — New Web sites
AIP have launched their Web Site to consolidate the AIP Group of companies into one brand, although their blog has been up and running for several weeks now.
AIP are also pleased to announce that they have been awarded the exclusive selling rights for the new development in Cape Verde named Regency Towers, in the town of Mindelo.
July 12th, 2007 — Interviews
Business related
What can you tell us about Dia Soleado Invest?
Dia Soleado Invest was started by myself about a year ago to fill a need that I saw in the marketplace for people who had either very little or no previous success in the overseas property investment market and who had felt it was time to take a more serious look at how to make money from property.
What is your company’s philosophy / mission statement?
To deliver a very straight forward, no nonsense approach, with the utmost focus on integrity and quality of service.
What do you see as your company’s strengths in the marketplace?
Having had some good success myself in the property market I feel we can offer some great insight on emerging markets and where ‘the next big thing’ may be.
Based on their feedback, how do your clients view your company?
I would say that they all view us as a valued information source. Somewhere they can turn to for the straight up answers, for better or for worse.
What sets your company / products / services apart from (those of) your competitors?
It is an extremely competitive market out there with a lot of other great companies doing their best to get your business. With us, I would hope that we stand out with our personal approach and ability to access whatever information you may need to make your next property investment an informed one.
How do you see the future of your company in the light of new advances in technology?
Well, I think we are really on the cutting edge as far as how people are doing business these days and we are only too eager to improve our quality of service at every step of the way. If there is a newer and better way of doing this, we want to know about it.
What does the future hold for Dia Soleado Invest?
We would like to continue to improve our property offer and expand into new markets as well as build lasting relationships, with not just clients, but with developers as well so that we can empower ourselves to negotiate better offers for our investors.
Personal
How long have you been living in the Canary Islands/Spain?
4 years in January
How did you decide to come here?
I came here as a management consultant to help get a sales team for a development up and running. When the contract was up I had already fallen in love with Spain and wasn’t about to go back to the cold and rain anytime soon.
What motivates and drives you in the business world?
Just being connected with different people and developments from all over the world. Since being involved in property I have really found the world to be an ever-shrinking place and it’s just nice to be a part of the global society and have my finger on the pulse.
What do you consider to be your greatest personal achievement?
My two beautiful boys…hands down! Mind you they are still a work in progress.
What accomplishment are you most proud of?
This company has been a pretty big accomplishment for me. It was a lot of hard work and continues to be an every day thing for me, but so far I have been extremely pleased with the results and I am really excited about what the future holds for the company and me.
How do you unwind after a stressful day/week at the office?
I usually go for a run, swim or bike ride. I’m training for the Ironman next year so any spare time that I’m not spending with my family is spent busting my hump in and around the island.
At the end of your career, what do you want to be remembered for?
Just as someone who always took the time to talk to people and who was always helpful. Someone who wasn’t afraid to speak their mind and ultimately somebody who helped make you a ton of money!
WEBSITE: WWW.DIASOLEADOINVEST.COM
BLOG: WWW.INVESTMENTPROPERTYABROAD.COM
July 10th, 2007 — New Web sites
Ex director of Horizon Property Group, Tenerife, David Wood has launched his new website www.mouse-move.com. This innovative site is exciting and addressing the need for sellers to sell privately, without the hefty burden of a fat commission. Whether that´s your house, car or business, at the click of a mouse you are in the driving seat!
July 6th, 2007 — New Blogs
Based in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Direct Telecom recently launched their Blog www.direct-telecom.info. Direct Telecom are one of Spain´s most innovative Telecom companies. Advance technology for ADSL Broadband Internet and VoIP Low Cost Call service are just a few of the benefits that this professional company has to offer.
July 6th, 2007 — New Web sites
David Smith & Jill Ashton recently launched Canary Property web site and blog, which is now the number one property portal for the Canary Islands. This portal brings together the best that Estate Agents have to offer in the Canaries, from new developments to resales – all under one roof!
July 6th, 2007 — New Blogs
Phil Hornby, Director, Tate Properties which is based in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, is proud to announce the launch of their Blog http://overseas.dwood-property.com/forsale/canary+islands/r-tenerife.htm which brings together what´s new and happening in the property market in Tenerife. Be sure to log in regularly and keep up to date with this fast moving property market and feel free to add your comments!
July 6th, 2007 — New Web sites, Tenerife
José Escobedo recently re-launched their web site www.spanishlaw.info offering independent Spanish legal advice and Spanish legal conveyancing in English on purchases and sales of property in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Keep up to date with all that´s happening in this fast moving market place by subscribing to their mailing list or by visiting their Blog at www.escobedo.net
July 5th, 2007 — New Blogs
Stephen Eade from Horizon Property Group, www.horizonpropertygroup.com, has launched their blog, www.horizonnews.info and with the help of Lorna Eade they bring clients up to date with the property market in the Canary Islands and Cape Verde.