Economic factors
1. Brazil is among the future leader of the global economy with China, India and Russia
2. The Return on Investment rates are excellent
3. The economy is now stable with a high growth potential
4. The current government policy is excellent for foreign investments 5. Inflation rate has never been that low (3.6% in 2008 against 14.70% in 2004)
6. There are many government incentives for foreign investments
7. The exchange rate for the dollar and the pound sterling is excellent
8. Industries relocating in Brazil are boosting the Brazilian economy
9. Brazil is self sufficient in oil reserves
10. Very low cost of living : 20% of that in Europe
11. Tourism is booming
12. Low risk of war or terrorism
Real Estate market
1. Low property prices
2. Boom of the Brazilian real estate market (increase of more than 20% each year in some areas)
3. Very low cost of property maintenance
Natural and Cultural factors
1. The weather is excellent year-round
2. Brazil is full of natural beauty, with more than 4,000 miles of beaches
3. Brazil has vibrant cities with a unique atmosphere (carnivals, samba…)
4. Easy accessibility (direct flight from many international airports)
