What services does GPS International provide？ GPS International builds overseas property investment portfolios for clients in Asia. Th e sprinting pace of international business in Asia moves so fast， that many people don’t have time to really research or perform the due diligence necessary on the best property investments. At GPS International， we simplify this process by working with our global network to fi nd customized solutions for our clients’ individual needs and goals.
What markets does GPS International currently recommend to its clients？
We are currently recommending property investments in North America over other property markets at this time. I am advising clients to hold off on investing in Europe until Spring 2014. Both the United States and Canada are in a good position in specifi c property markets. We are currently only recommending markets that fi t our investment strategy like California and New York in the United States. We also off er Canadian investment opportunities in Edmonton， the capitol of Alberta Province.
What is the best strategy for investing in overseas property during these uncertain economic times？
We recommend low risk property investments that fi rst protect our clients’investment， while targeting aggressive growth. Some of the investments we recommend produced returns well over 15% per annum during the most recent “global fi nancial crisis.” Most of our clients exit their investments in a four to seven1 year period. At that time， clients will receive their anticipated cash-fl ow with increased fi nancial wealth and fl exibility.
What important factors should one consider when investing in overseas property？
Investors should always consider their exit strategy when purchasing an investment property. An investor should hold a property on average between fi ve to ten years to optimize returns. We do not encourage our clients to sell properties before that time. We also recommend clients leverage their investments to minimize their initial outlay costs. However， in China many clients still choose to pay cash for property rather than get fi -nancing from a bank.
A good property investment should meet the following criteria：
1. Located in a stable （political， economic， social） market
2. Property should be purchased below or at market value
3. Strong Rental Market， usually a 90% plus Occupancy Rate
4. Gross Rental Yields between 5%-10% 5. Strong Secondary market for selling the property investment
What is your company’s position on Immigration Investment in North America？
We are currently working with some immigration programs in the United States. Immigration programs like the United States EB-5 Programs are not for every investor. Chinese and other foreign nationals should consider their long term goals before applying for this type of investment. Th ese programs usually require a minimum of USD $500，000 and a certain level of risk. If we feel a client is qualifi ed， we will introduce them to the programs we off er.
What if an investor wants to buy a home to live or for personal use？
If an investor wants to buy a home for personal use or reasons other than just investment， we can still help them to fi nd the right property. Th irty percent of our business comes from clients looking for properties for personal use.
How should investors begin the process of overseas property investment？
It starts with a simple phone call. If you have at least USD $25，000 to invest in overseas property， we can work with you. Th ere is no charge to meet with our consultants and most can usually work around your schedule. Our consultants can also meet at your place of work if requested. We have offi ces in Hong Kong and Shanghai to better serve the market.