Why and How to Invest in South American Agriculture?
Many of the topics that were considered fringe in the past but are now coming to reality with the effects of global warming: the morality of food miles when countries use diminishing resources to ship food a long way to any market, geopolitical power shifts, the potential break up and loss of power in the United States, along with the growing influence of Asia, Brazil, and the Pacific rim countries, like Australia and Chile, are all topics of hot discussion. GTSA obviously has its own agenda in all this as…
The hard facts about Paraguay – FAQ for the new investor
PROFILE: Geography Area: 406,752 sq. km. (157,047 sq. mi.); about the size of California. Cities: Capital–Asuncion (pop. 518,945). Other cities–Ciudad del Este, Concepcion, Encarnacion, Pedro Juan Caballero, Coronel Oviedo. Terrain: East of the Paraguay River there are grassy plains, wooded hills, tropical forests; west of the Paraguay River (Chaco region) is low, flat, marshy plain. Climate: Temperate east of the Paraguay River, semiarid to the west.People Nationality: Noun and adjective–Paraguayan(s).…
The United States made official the opening of the market for Paraguayan meat
After a long wait, the country obtained the authorization of the US market for Paraguayan meat. This achievement represents not only a milestone that will positively impact the country’s economy but also projects that the product is of quality and competitive in the international market. President Peña said, “the United States reopens the market to Paraguayan meat after 25 years.” At the same time as highlighting that it is an important fact for the country’s meat sector, it occurs after surpassing…
Economic stability draws the attention of more Chilean investors
Exploring new markets and strengthening the bilateral relationship are among the central points of the visit of the Paraguayan delegation to Chile. The Minister of Industry and Commerce, Javier Giménez, commented that the Paraguayan delegation in Chile, led by President of the Republic, Santiago Peña, Its objective is to strengthen the economic relationship between both countries, mainly around meat exports, and to explore new trade agreements and possible Chilean investments in Paraguay. The head of the…
Our View of the Latin American Real Estate Market in 2023/4
An improvement is expected in 2023 in the real estate indicators for the region, mainly the offices. Hybrid and plug and -play will continue to be the trend. There will also be an increase in stability and availability of rental properties, as well as a positive absorption. In the case of industry, there will be a continuation of healthy inertia along with an optimistic projection. According to the 2023 Outlook of the real estate markets, compiled by Newmark Latin America. This analysis highlights that Argentina,…
Fitch maintained Paraguay’s credit rating and raised its investment grade rating.
Fitch Ratings issued the evaluation report in which it confirmed Paraguay’s BB+ rating and its stable outlook. Significantly, It also raised its investment grade. “Great news!. Fitch reaffirmed the sovereign rating and upgraded PGY’s country ceiling. This allows companies in Paraguay with outstanding performance to qualify for INVESTMENT GRADE. We continue working to improve the country’s economy,” highlighted the Minister of Economy, Carlos Fernández Valdovinos. The factors exposed…
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We offer South American real estate investment opportunities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay. We know buying South American Real Estate has specific rules for foreign citizens, rules we are familiar with and have worked with extensively. This is why we have created a programme to guide international buyers through purchasing real estate in South America, from finding properties for sale to helping clients comply with the required paperwork and legal procedures. South American News And…
GTSA Property Site uses the highest-ranked client communication system in the industry
Campaign Monitor ranked the best Email Marketing software. Software Review’s 2023 Email Marketing Data Quadrant report shows how Campaign Monitor excelled compared to Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Hubspot, and Klayvio. Our sponsoring property site Gateway to South America has used this software for over five years, mainly communicating with our clients interested in buying property in South America in English and Spanish but with some marketing in Portuguese. Having marketed in the South American marketplace…
Issues that should be addressed before considering the sale of a rural property to avoid an extended sale period
Consider carefully the following issues before putting a farm or piece of land on the market if you don’t want to experience delays, which can cause the property to become stale and develop a negative reputation. The owners must provide enough information for potential buyers upfront. When preparing to sell a farm, you should provide comprehensive information to a level that, if a buyer were to inspect it, is precisely as marketed. This is especially true when the farm or land sold has commercial value…
Thinking of Selling Real Estate ? Here are the top 10 Real Estate Myths Debunked
Myth #1: The most successful real estate salespeople are born, not made. Fact: Incorrect. Yes, a good agent may have a tendency and inclination to be a savvier negotiator with better people skills, but these are things that can be learned and nurtured. Research shows that at a maximum, people are operating at 50% of capability, which means most human beings do not realise their potential*. Myth #2: Agents that write $1m in gross commission do a lot of cold calling. Fact: There is no evidence that 7 figure agents…
10 Mistakes many Real Estate investors make when starting off
Although this post is aimed at residential investors, it could apply to all real estate investor classes. Once the real estate market starts to recover, investing in property becomes an appealing option — either as a career or a great side job. Like any other endeavour, though, there’s a right and wrong way to go about it. Bankrate spoke with established, full-time real estate investors and professionals, such as bankers, to identify the traps into which real estate investors most often fall. 1. Planning…
World Bank places Paraguay with the highest growth in the region
In its latest Growth Outlook report for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), available since October 4, the World Bank (WB) maintained its estimate from the previous quarter for Paraguay, with a forecast that it will grow by 4. 8% by the end of 2023. The report has a cut-off date of September 22, and the score maintained compared to the previous information stands out, when the organization cut the growth projection for Paraguay from 5.2% to 4.8% for this year. While the expansion for 2024 showed a forecast…
Thanks to new technology, they now harvest wheat in an unthinkable location, in Alto Chaco, in Paraguay
Just a few ays ago, the wheat harvest was completed on a test plot in the upper Paraguayan Chaco, in the Infante Rivarola area. It is a fact that was unthinkable only a few years ago, but that today is a prodigious reality achieved thanks to work, science and technology, as highlighted by the president of the Union of Production Guilds (UGP), Eng. Agr. Hector Cristaldo. The Paraguayan Chaco registers the full stage of agricultural expansion and in this process, the incorporation of winter crops with adaptation…
CEO of GTSA gives six negotiating tips for foreign buyers
Geoffrey McRae, GTSA Real Estate Consultants CEO, outlines some basic negotiation skills that can help when approaching the sales process in a foreign country. Many foreign buyers are uncomfortable or inexperienced with the negotiation process in a country where they know little about the local customs. While the vendor has their broker to negotiate for them, buyers are at their own mercy. ( the vendor’s broker will often also act as a buyer’s agent, which is the norm in most markets we cover,…
Cattle ranching in Paraguay: an investor’s perspective
Our aim here is to give potential investors an inside perspective on cattle ranching in Paraguay. In the next 50 years, a growing world population, rising affluence and urbanization will drive a significant demand and growth for livestock products. South America has long been a specialized beef sector, with 31% of global production, but there are still large undeveloped areas with cattle-raising potential. Most notably, the Chaco region in Paraguay offers opportunities for added value investment through transforming…
