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How to Invest Safely in Pakistan Real Estate? A Guide for Overseas Pakistanis!

Investing in the real estate sector of Pakistan has always considered as a striking opportunity, the reason for such appreciation is the attractive returns and fast-changing and upward going trends. This situation is same for the local as well as international investors. And this is the reason why both local and international real estate investors keep showing their interest in Pakistani property.

It is also noteworthy that real estate investment is something that offers a minimum level of risks. With the changing demographics and the inception of the idea of CPEC, the government of Pakistan is also looking forward to loosening the laws to encourage the overseas Pakistani investors. The core purpose of this thought is to provoke them and boost their interest in investing in Pakistan, by facilitating them with the better and easy to deal with opportunities. The government of Pakistan and the private investors has made it easier for the property investors to invest in property located in the major cities of Pakistan like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad.

Read also: History Of Gwadar: Past, Present And Future

The investors now have reliable, attractive and developed real estate projects that can offer increased returns on investments depending on the volume of investment. Rather than relying on the suggestions of people, better is to take suggestions from the experts or the people who already have experience in investing in real estate sector of Pakistan. You may get connected with the real estate agents for digging out the available opportunities but going for a personal advice from any trusted person is also a must before making your final decision.

The Process of Buying Property in Pakistan:

Just like any other part of the world, investing in Pakistan demands proper documentation, identification and above all, some time. But in every case, it will turn out to be a massive profit for you’re by end of the day. For overseas investors, the Government of Pakistan has settled some rules that are different than that of the rules and regulations for local real estate investors in Pakistan. At first, you need to register with the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation to be eligible to purchase a property in your name.

Finding the Right Agent:

If you do not have any direct reference or link in your relation, that has the experience to deal with the property buying and selling in Pakistan, you need to look for a person with the ability to deal with the process. Even in the case, you have any direct reference you can give you a good advice, you need to have some professional assistance. For this reason, you need to find the right and authentic agent to help you in the process of finding a piece of land and dealing with the remaining process. Choose an agent after a rigorous screening. He will be responsible for offering your assistance from start till the end of the property buying process in Pakistan. You can do an online search for different agents who can help you in the process.

Documents for Property Buying and Selling In Pakistan:

As mentioned before you need to carry proper documentation to get a property registered in your name. Here is the list of necessary documents that will be demanded during the process;

– A copy of current passport

– Six recent passport size pictures

– A copy of National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis

– Copy of entry stamp for residing foreign country

– Copy on exit stamp from Pakistan

– Passport size photographs and list of your family members

All these documents need to be attested and while submitting you need to submit the down payment for necessary processing for the property.

The Taxes:

It’s obvious, taxes are involved but being a Pakistani overseas investor you need to pay 4% of the withholding tax when you are dealing with a property related transaction. Other taxes that you may need to pay include Capital Gain Tax also known as the CGT, the registration fee and the stamp duty charges. If you are taking help of a property agent you will be assisted with all the charges and the possible expenditures you may have to deal with.

Finding the Best Housing Scheme in Pakistan:

You can find a number of online sources that can help you find the best schemes with the latest offers. As we have mentioned before that investment in Pakistan is an always growing trend for the Pakistani expatriates. Sooner or later the property will end up offering you better return on investment. At the same time, real estate investment comes with a minimum level of risks and the activities are well supported by the government policies.

However, important is to make the right decision and perform a detailed market research before buying any property. With the inception of the idea of CPEC, most of the real estate investors are focused on investing in Gwadar City and adjacent property offers. Apart from Gwadar, there are many other areas that can give you a better ROI in later years.

Property Investment in Lahore:

Lahore is one of the fastest developing cities of Pakistan and is facilitating the residents with all the necessary facilities. It is also a business and industrial hub with all the facilities which makes it a major attraction for the people from all over Pakistan. Alongside the Ring Road Lahore, there are many well-grown and growing Housing Societies that are a good idea for investment. At the same time, the sideline of Thokar Niaz Baig is offering a better approach to the city with the help of newly developed Metro Bus route and the upcoming Orange Train route to connect the business sections of the city with that of the adjacent residential areas.

Rawalpindi & Islamabad:

Islamabad remains flooded with the overseas investors and the market seems to have a brighter future in coming years. It is considered as a safe deal for the foreign investors and thus comes with a tough competition. Just like Lahore the city is expanding and offering new projects like the residential area near the New Islamabad International Airport making it a prime location for real estate investment. Same is the case with the other half of the twin city, Rawalpindi.

Karachi:

Another major industrial hub of Pakistan and directly associated with Gwadar Port City, Karachi is one of the major attraction for the international real estate investors. The sea is also a major attraction for investors. Clifton Karachi has a number of things to attract the international investors with a comprehensive budget bracket. At the same time, there is Faizaia housing Scheme that is linked with the Motorway, making it another high-profile investment option. You can find apartments and bungalows in here, depending on your interest and preferences.

Read also: Real Estate Buying Mistakes Every Pakistani Should Know

Above all, whether it’s Islamabad, Lahore or Karachi, the Defense Housing Society and the Bharia Town have successfully established themselves as the incomparable and strong property brands. For most of the international investors, the two places come as the foremost option for investing in real estate. The marketing and the quality of services and life are unmatchable. They have remained consistent in providing the same standards of living, security and all that is necessary to live an uninterrupted and hassle-free life which makes them the first choice for the real estate investors in Pakistan.

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Why You Must Visit Gwadar: Reasons That You Would Not Like To Miss Out

A place which was not known to many in the recent past suddenly has now become an apple of everybody’s eye. Here we are talking about the next big thing, Gwadar. Gwadar is a port city located on the shores of the Arabian Sea, on the South-Western coast of Baluchistan, Pakistan. The city is in the news lately because of its immense trade potential. Gradually, Gwadar will evolve to become an important International transit point, connecting South Asia with Persian Gulf, Middle East, Central Asia and North-East Asia.

Gwadar, a major destination in the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor is soon going to emerge as an international city. It is planned to become a free trade port city. Gwadar – the lavish beauty on Earth offering the most eloquently beautiful landscape, blue sky, Arabian Sea and stern, golden mountains.  Let’s find out what has made it of so much importance. Here are few of the major reasons that would convince you to visit Gwadar, for at least once.

Natural Port:

Gwadar has a naturally gifted port. It is the third deep-sea port in Pakistan after Karachi Port and Port Qasim. It lies just 624 nautical km to the east of Strait of Hormuz, which is an important route of oil tankers bound for Japan and western countries out of Persian Gulf. Gwadar port would interface three locations, which are South Asia, Middle East, and Central Asia. One must visit there to see the naturally constructed port.

Trade Route:

CPEC is playing the vital role in the development of Gwadar. The construction of a deep sea port is just one component of the Greater Gwadar Plan. Under this plan, which will be carried out by Gwadar Development Authority, in addition to Gwadar port, a network of roads, connecting Gwadar with Karachi, Pasni, Ormara, and Turbat will be constructed in four phases. A noteworthy piece of its work project is centered on the most optimized plan of roads development, another framework, and building. You can see the trade route and the work being carried out for the economic corridor by your own eyes while visiting the city. ECO highway, Coastal Highway and other mega projects in road sectors will connect Gwadar free port with the Central Asian States, Gulf States, China and rest of the country.

Tourist Place:

The city, which was once a deserted place, is now frequently visited by foreigners, tourists, and Pakistani government officials. Not only that, tour companies have now started producing affordable Gwadar tour packages for the region, making Balochistan a lively place as it once was. Cool. Isn’t it?

It is going to be a tourist attraction soon because of its natural beauty, beautifully constructed coastal highway, clean blue water beaches, etc.
Still not finding it catchy? Let us now tell you about few of the destinations that might be of some interest to you:

Beaches: Gwadar has a 600km long coastal belt with beaches and bays. The beauty of green waters and the mind-blowing view of the sunset at the beach would leave you breathless and you would think as if you are in paradise. It is a perfect place to spend time with friends like beach parties, etc.

Hammerhead: Resembling the shape of the hammerhead shark, this mass of rock was created by the mud volcano that erupted.  Hammerhead provides a spectacular view of the Arabian Sea on its southern side and a breathtaking view of the Gwadar city on its north.

Princess of Hope: There is also a 740-year-old wonder, ‘Princess of Hope’ along the coastal highway. Located in the largest national park of Pakistan, princess of hope is another one of the major tourist attractions.

The Sphinx: Ever wondered how it would feel to see the wondrous sphinx in Egypt, up front and not in pictures? Gwadar has its own naturally carved sphinx, located on the top of the range; it exactly resembles the man-made sculpture. Its beauty and wonder have brought about many visitors from all over.

Buzzi Pass: Main reason to travel to Gwadar, is known to be the Buzzi pass itself. It presents us with the most spectacular scenery on each side. Fact about Buzzi Pass that is known to be famous is that Alexander the great passed by here and on tis pass, he lost many of his legions.

Desert: Passing by the Hingol river bridge, is the coastal semi-dessert that offers the locals and tourists a chance at desert safari on its sand dunes. It is yet again one of the reasons why the tourist gathering at Gwadar has increased.

Baba Chandrakup: Also known as Mud Volcano is a holy place for Hindus. Initially, the area covered by the mud volcanoes, there are now only a few left, one of them being Baba Chandrakup. While the volcanoes are supposed to spit out scorching rocks or magma, this mud volcano spits out COLD mud.

Astola Island: Also known as the “island of the seven hills”, it is famous to support a large breeding water birds and creatures. The highest point of the island is 246 feet above the sea level, providing a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea.

Investment Opportunities:

Everyone wants to double his money. Well, let us amaze you by telling you the fact that the land of Gwadar, which was previously considered to be inexpensive, is not a piece of cake to acquire now. People who had invested in the region have earned 500 times more! Yes, 500 times of the price of the property which they had invested in. This was one example out of several good opportunities still available. It’s never too late as the potential of growth is still there and is rising by the passage of time, so one can grab the opportunity and take a good decision to invest in Gwadar, be it for his business or any other reason. Visit the place and take a wise decision if you are thinking to invest in your future.

Job Opportunities:

Once a small fishing town along the Makran Coast, Gwadar is now set to have become a mega seaport city. The Gwadar port is expected to generate billions of dollars in revenues and create at least two million jobs. This will help in decreasing the unemployment ratio while having an increase in Pakistan’s GDP. It is expected that industries would be built along with CPEC route and big companies would also operate their business in the upcoming mega city which is good news for job seekers.

Not only this, there are some other interesting reasons that would attract you. To find out more about the beautiful city, now we think that you must be planning to visit Gwadar.

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