The Lisbon real estate market is currently one of the most attractive capital-city property markets in the world.
Cut-price prime properties and flexible immigration policies are attracting considerable numbers of experienced and first-time investors who are looking for acquiring an overseas property.
Beautiful, historic and cosmopolitan Lisbon is now extremely well-positioned to be Europe’s No 1 destination for second homes and property investment.
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- Unique Golden Visa programme providing non-EU investors with European residency
- The growth of the economy
- How investors are well positioned to benefit from a transparent buy-to-let market
- The best prime property opportunities available
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3. LAY THE
FOUNDATION
STONE
TOGETHER
Stone Capital
• Founded in 2011 by two partners with experience in management & real estate
• Award-winning developer renovating prime assets in Lisbon’s city centre
• Focused on top-end residential & commercial projects
• Proven Track-record
• 9 on going projects totalling 100M€ in investment
• Backed by established international family offices
4. Stone Capital
Example of finished project:
Liberdade 240
• Full renovation
• 5000m2 of retail & office space
• Prime location (Avenida da
Liberdade)
• 2 years from acquisition to
completion
• 8M€ investment
• Winner of the 2014 real estate
“Oscars” for renovation
• Cartier’s flagship store in Portugal
• Stone Capital headquarters
9. A privileged location within Europe
Real Estate Market
• Main European cities in less than a few hours flight time
• 12 direct destinations to Brazil
• Strong ties to Southeast Asia, Africa & America
10. Why choose Portugal to invest in Real Estate?
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“When Spain and Portugal emerge from recession, we believe that they could become a
target for a new wave of Latin American investment.”
Knight Frank
“As we move into a more normalized global economy, property investors will be looking
for development opportunities beyond the big international gateway cities.”
Knight Frank
“The house price boom that swept through most of Europe and the developed world
from the mid-1990s to 2006 missed Portugal.”
globalpropertyguide.com
“At present, the market in Portugal offers favorable conditions for first-time investors
with a long-term strategy.”
Deka Immobilien GmbH
11. Compared to other European countries, housing prices have remained stable
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Source: ECB, Bloomberg, Confidencial Imobiliário, Ministerio de Fomento (Spain), Research.
Housing price index, 1998=100
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Ireland
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12. Lisbon is one of the most competitive European cities regarding housing costs...
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Source: www.numbeo.com/property-investment/compare_cities
Price per sqm2 in the city center (residential) (EUR thousand / sqm2)
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14. Tourism
Source: AICEP, World Economic Forum, Research.
o Climate & hospitality
o Safety & political stability
o Cultural diversity
o Access
o Gastronomy
o Golf courses
o Health system & infrastructures
o Educational system
Best city to invest in a 2nd home – The Times 2015
Best Country to Travel, 2013 - Condenast
Lisbon: Europe's best city break – Travel Award
CNN Travel - best destination 2015
10th safest country in the world
12th country with best health care
7th country that best welcomes tourists
Lisbon 7th best retail therapy city in Europe
World’s Leading Golf Destination 2013
10 hotels in Leading Hotels of the World
Ranking evidenceDistinguished assets
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15% tourism growth in Lisbon from 2013 to 2014
Increased tourism underpins property values & rental demand
15. Trends
Real estate
transactions by
foreigners:
• Represent 25% of
all transactions
• Doubled between
1st & 2nd quarter of
2014
Data up to the 3rd quarter 2014 confirms the rise of sales from foreign investors
Portuguese
Foreign
1st Qrt
2nd Qrt
3rd Qrt
57,700
17,300
3,500
6,540 7,260
Sources: APEMIP, NB Research – Sectoral Research.
Portugal, real estate transactions, domestic investors vs. foreign, Jan-Sep 2014
16. Property Costs
o Property acquisition costs
o 4-6% of property purchase price
o Tax exemption for historical
renovations (for residency)
IMT
o 0.8% of property value
Stamp duty
o ~ €800 Registry
o €2.500 Solicitors fee
Registry/Notary
o City tax on property
o Annual payment on registry value of
the property (0.3% - 0.5%)
o 5 years exemption for historical
renovation
IMI
o Cost sharing to maintenance & costs
of common area
o ~€1/m2/monthly
Condominium costs
o Income tax for individual or entities
o Normal tax: 28%
o Resident non habitual: 15%
Income Tax
o 25% of difference between acquisition
price (minus expenses) and the resale
value
Capital Gain Tax
Acquisition ResaleRunning costs
o 0% Inheritance Tax
Inheritance Tax
PROPERTY SPECIFICATIONS:
Developer guaranty of 5 years
on interior finishes
Developer guaranty of 10 years
on structural finishes
All equipped kitchen & finished
fittings
18. Simplification of law allowing landlord to enforce their rights
Landlords & Tenants Law
Long term
• Law passed in 2012 in favour of landlords – (Balcão Nacional do Arrendamento)
• 2 to 3 months to evict a non paying tenant vs. 2 years
• Tenants 15 days to reply – Court 30 days to decide
• Costs: 51 Euro court fee + 1000 Euro lawyer’s fee
Short term
• Short terms rental agencies adapting to AirBnB trend (i.e. short term contracts)
Attracting property investors for buy to let & renovation opportunities
19. Fast track to obtain a valid residency permit in Portugal & a European passport
Golden Visa
o Temporary permit to reside in
Portugal
o Potential grant of Portuguese
citizenship after 6 years
o Same rights as Portuguese
citizens (work, education,
health)
What?
o Non-EU citizens that:
o Develop an investment
activity in Portugal for a
minimum of 5 years
Who?
o Minimum stay of 7 days during
the first year and 14 (fourteen)
days during each subsequent
period of two years
3 options:
o Invest €500K + in a property
or
o Invest €1M in equity
or
o Create 10 jobs
How
Attracting non-European investors seeking a permit to reside & travel in the EU
20. Golden Visa
Apply
(Valid for 1 years)
Renew
(Valid for 2 years)
Renew
(Valid for 2 years)
Apply
(Valid for 5 years)
Passport
Temporary Resident Permit
4 months to obtain
Permanent Resident
2 months to obtain
Apply for citizenship
3 months to obtain
Year 0 Year 1 Year 3 Year 5 Year 6
5 years golden visa + 1 year permanent residency Citizenship
Fast track to obtain a valid residency permit in Portugal & European passport
21. Favourable taxation scheme for professionals with high added-value activities and
individuals with significant income
Tax regime for non-habitual residents
o Qualify as tax resident in Portugal (minimum
stay >183 days or be a homeowner)
o Not having been a resident in Portugal for the
last 5 years
o Taxation applies to income derived from high
added value activities (liberal profession,
artistic or scientific activity, management,
investment)
Requirements
o Taxation related to IRS (personal income tax) on
labour income in Portugal is at a fixed rate of
20% - 15% on rental income
o No double taxation for pensions or for
employment & self-employment income
generated abroad (dividends, interest, capital
gains)
o Tax exemption on donation & inheritance
o Taxation related to IRS as a non-habitual
resident for a consecutive 10-year period
Advantages
22. Option to finance the acquisition of real estate by non-residents
Financing
• Caixa Geral de Depositos, a leading bank in Portugal
• Partnership between Stone & the bank
• Financing protocols for non-resident clients
• Financing up to 70% of the property value
• Terms up to 25 years
• Interest rates from 2.0% per year
• Personalized fast-tracked treatment and dedicated account manager
25. Cordon 31 Chiado, Lisboa
Glamour & Elegance
Located in the most chic
neighbourhood of the city, where
culture, history, fashion & retail meet
10 exceptional apartments with
traditional charm with high-quality
finishing, private parking
4 bedroom apartments with areas
between 111m2 - 213m2
Unparalleled views of the Tagus River
from the upper floors
26. Rosemary 22 Chiado, Lisbon
Lisbon´s cultural heart
14 superb apartments bathed in
natural light and located in the heart of
Lisbon
3 façades of century old building, facing
the Tagus river
1-3 bedroom apartments, as well as 3
bedrooms duplex units with areas
between 68 & 195 sqm2
27. Liberdade 238, Lisboa
Lisbon’s most iconic avenue
Located on the prestigious Avenida da
Liberdade, the most coveted boulevard
in Lisbon
24 exclusive apartments
with amazing city views
4 bedroom
apartments with areas between
80m2 – 280m2
2 stores on the ground floor with a
total area of 800 sqm2
28. On Lisbon’s most known avenue, within
minutes from all areas
10 apartments between 55m2 - 122m2
1-3 bedroom apartments with open
views, facing the sunset & iconic Lisbon
buildings
Restauradores 72
Prestigious address & architecture
29. Grande Hotel, Monte Estoril
Air, light & water
Amazingly located in elegant &
renowned Estoril, 20 minutes away
from Lisbon
Open air architecture facing the sea in
an authentic building
11 apartments with panoramic view
over the ocean
T3 & T4 with area between 180m2 -
280m2
30. Amouraria, Lisbon
Hidden jewel
Located in the heart of one of the
oldest & most authentic
neighbourhoods
30 superb apartments
with a large garden, swimming pool,
spa & parking
1-3 bedroom
apartments with areas between 50 -
150 sqm2
Breath taking views overlooking St.
George’s Castle and the city
31. São Vicente 44
Tradition & Elegance
A traditional area & period building
situated near charming landmark of the
city
Situated in the most picturesque
“Bairro” of Lisbon
9 apartments, some with sea views and
sizes between 43m2 & 86m2
Excellent expositions & lots of natural
light
32. Bacalhoeiros 99
An exclusive experience
A vibrant area, between the river & the
city
A building respecting traditional
architecture, covered in Portuguese
Azuleiros (tiles)
28 apartments ranging from 43m2 &
142m2
1-3 beds with views of the river
gardens opposite
33. Contacts
Unit 11, Elysium Gate
126-128 New Kings Road
SW6 4LZ London
+44(0) 20 7471 4500
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