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Bartra Wealth Advisors’ Survey Finds Over 80% of Respondents Consider Emigrating Overseas

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To understand the intent and views of the people of Hong Kong on emigrating overseas, Bartra Wealth Advisors (‘Bartra’), a subsidiary of Ireland’s market leading real estate developer and the first Irish immigration investment advisory in Hong Kong, conducted an online survey on emigration. From 1,200 responses, the survey found that 84% of respondents are currently considering or will consider emigrating overseas, among which the majority are high-income individuals including office workers, business people and professionals.

Survey immigration

According to the survey, among the respondents who intend to emigrate about 85% of respondents claim that they will not leave Hong Kong within a year of obtaining an approval of their application to emigrate. The survey also found that over 50% of respondents’ decision to emigrate is in order to improve their living environment, while approximately 30% want their children to obtain a better education. To obtain a foreign residency/citizenship and political factors each account for 20%. As the people of Hong Kong gain a better understanding of Ireland, the country has increased in popularity as a destination for relocation, more so than other European countries and Malaysia. Currently, the top three destinations are the UK, Taiwan and the US. Meanwhile, the top three areas of concern for Hongkongers deciding to emigrate are the associated costs, the ease of application and language. Over 40% of respondents have considered obtaining residency by immigration investment, for which they care most about the security, return, and duration of the investment project, according to the findings of the survey.

Survey Countries

Jeffrey Ling, Bartra Wealth Advisors Regional Manager, said, “Although the UK is still the top pick for relocation for the people of Hong Kong, uncertainty increased after Brexit which may affect the politico-economic environment in the UK. As a member of the European Union and part of the Common Travel Area with the UK, Ireland, an English-speaking country, is a gateway to both the UK and EU countries with promising business prospects; it is the first choice for many companies looking to relocate their headquarters. Moreover, this survey reveals that Hong Kong people require a great deal of flexibility around application and residency requirements via investment immigration, and they show a high degree of concern about the robustness and security of the investment projects. Both of these requirements are met by the Immigrant Investor Programme (‘IIP’) qualified projects that Bartra offers.”

Survey Timeline

Since the desire of high-net-worth clients to immigrate is strong and their top choice remains the UK, Bartra recommends they ensure a full understanding of the local investment market performance before immigrating. Wealth and investment management firm Harris Fraser was specially invited to conduct market analysis and share views on investment opportunities and wealth management trends. Cyrus Chan, Harris Fraser Investment Strategist, said, “With widespread vaccination programmes underway, the global economy is expected to recover faster than expected. However, although the UK and the EU came to an agreement for Brexit last year, relevant implementation details still need to be clarified. The troubled British economy may rebound, and the Irish economy will benefit from it. In addition, with the structural changes in the global economic environment, the wealth management needs of high-net-worth clients increase accordingly. Currently, more popular investment strategies include yield enhancement strategy, financial leverage, Euro asset allocation and focus on the healthcare sector.”

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The pandemic has disrupted the relocation plans of many people in Hong Kong. According to the survey, Hongkongers require more time as well as a high degree of flexibility when planning for emigration. Jay Cheung, Bartra Wealth Advisors Marketing Director, said, “In the current climate, investment immigration services and products need to have three advantages: 1) high flexibility and fast-track process; 2) product safety and strong demand; 3) ability to add value and integrate with wealth management services.”

By investing in Ireland’s Immigrant Investor Programme (‘IIP’), application will be approved within 4-6 months, and applicants are only required to reside one day per year in Ireland to maintain their residency; in other words, they can obtain a foreign residency without relocating. Many of Bartra’s clients have already been granted permanent residency of Ireland, but have remained living and working in Hong Kong. In addition, Bartra commands unrivalled creditability in Irish immigration consultancy services. The Social Housing and Nursing Home projects Bartra offers to Hong Kong clients planning to obtain permanent residency in Ireland can be achieved in three or five years, and both guarantee 100% investment capital protection. They each have an approval and renewal rate of 100%. In addition, the Nursing Home project has an annual return of 4% paid on maturity, which is fitting of a high demand healthcare sector. As for the ability to integrate wealth management services, apart from cash, IIP applicants can use stocks, funds, cash value of insurance policies, properties, or even parking spaces and valuable paintings and collectibles etc., for asset requirement approval. Some clients will seek advice from financial services to pledge/refinance their assets to fund investment immigration in the current low interest environment so as to obtain residency without exiting from existing investments.

Press Conference Feb 2021

Pictures are Bartra’s press conference in early February.

Joe Biden’s Irish roots and what this may mean for US-Ireland Relations

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The small town of Ballina in County Mayo on Ireland’s west coast lies at the mouth of the River Moy and can count among its notable residents Mary Robinson, Ireland’s first female president, who served from 1990 to 1997.

Lately, its inhabitants have had something to celebrate and the town has been awash with flags and fanfare. This is because Ballina is also the ancestral home town of the new President of the United States, Joe Biden.

In the early 19th century, Biden’s great, great, great grandfather, Patrick Blewitt, called Ballina home. That was until 1851 when, spurred by the Irish potato famine, he cast his sights on America and headed West, settling in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

Almost a century later, in 1942, Biden was born in that very city. Yet Biden has maintained an affinity for Ireland and in 2016 made a trip to Ballina where the warmth of its residents was on full display as thousands lined the streets to greet him. Biden embraced Ballina’s people – and made contact with relatives who still reside there.

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Cityscape of Ballina Ireland

Biden’s visit also served to inspire many in Ballina, reminding them that anything is possible. Not only has Ballina spawned the nation’s first female president, but it can now count the President of the United States of America among those the town is proud to call its own.

In a letter from the President of Ireland to Joe Biden on 20 January, Michael D. Higgins wrote to congratulate the new President of the United States and referenced an Irish proverb: “Is ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine”, which means, “we live in each other’s shadow and in each other’s shelter.” He added that “It reminded me that we are all interconnected, we are all interdependent, we all have an effect on each other on this fragile planet that we share.”

Higgins went on to say, “The US has been a true friend to Ireland in so many ways. Your own friendship and support for so many years has been invaluable. Ireland, of course, has made its most valuable contribution to your great land by providing so many of our daughters and sons. The descendants of some turned out to be rather fine Presidents!”

For Biden is not the only American President with Irish roots – others include Barack Obama, George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush, Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, Richard Nixon, Woodrow Wilson, and famously John F. Kennedy, to name a few. The inauguration of Joe Biden means that 23 of the 46 US Presidents have Irish ancestors, it’s an impressive 50%.

Yes Biden is among the most outward in his affection for Ireland; he has embraced his Irish roots and Catholic faith. He has quoted Irish poet Seamus Heaney often – in the 2008 presidential primaries, as vice-president and, most recently, on winning the election he released a campaign video where he reads from Heaney’s The Cure at Troy, pitching himself as the person to mediate social healing.

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US-Ireland Relations

And his love for Ireland may bode well for the nation and for US-Ireland relations. Biden is known for being against Brexit and while on the campaign trail he often mentioned that any future trade deal between the US and the UK would be dependent on the latter’s respect for the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, which brought decades of conflict in Northern Ireland to an end. Yet the Irish border was something of a sticking point in Brexit negotiations, with the UK government reneging on an agreement with Brussels to respect the agreement and the open border. Biden raised the issue early on, stating that he did not want a guarded border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. And following the Brexit agreement in December, the decision has been made to maintain an open frontier.

Economically Biden appreciates that the United States is important for Ireland for investment and job creation. The nation is a magnet for US tech and pharmaceutical giants thanks to its low taxes and well-educated, English-speaking workforce. Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Facebook, Google, Apple and Twitter are among those with significant business operations in Ireland.

Many believe that Biden’s Irish roots will help relations between the US, the UK, and Ireland, particularly with regards to each’s relationships with Europe, especially as Ireland remains a member of the EU. And it certainly seems to promise a good relationship between the US and Ireland, which Ireland’s growing influence diplomatically will only enhance. Ireland boasts embassies in every country in the EU and is one of the biggest spenders in Washington when it comes to foreign lobbying. In June 2020 Ireland won a seat on the UN Security Council, while in July Irish Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe became leader of Eurogroup.

Additionally, Ireland’s prime minister receives an automatic invitation every year to the Oval Office for St. Patrick’s Day – the only world leader to enjoy such a privilege – and has done since 1956. This arrangement could make Taoiseach Micheál Martin the first head of government to meet with the new president if the meeting goes ahead in March.

Ahead of that scheduled meeting, Martin extended an invitation to Biden to Ireland in return, who replied “try and keep me out,” jokingly emphasizing his love for his homeland. But it goes beyond just love – there’s a respect there too. As Ambassador Mulhall at Ireland’s embassy in Washington has said “It’s a good thing that we will have a president who has this kind of depth of understanding of Irish affairs, which is bound to be beneficial to us.”

Premium nursing home care in Ireland – why you should invest in Bartra’s healthcare and nursing homes

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Nursing care is an in-demand sector worldwide. Driven by a rising ageing population, the global nursing care market is expected to grow to a value of more than $1,100 billion at an annual rate of 8.6% to 2022 according to a recent report from The Business Research Company.

Unlike assisted-living facilities, nursing homes are strictly regulated by the government in many countries and are built and managed by sophisticated institutions to a high standard to ensure the care and treatment of elderly people who may have physical health concerns and/or mental disabilities.

It is common to see that those living in nursing homes generally have more disability than people living at home. Over half of nursing home residents need help with three or more activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing and bathing. Those who are able to walk may still need assistance or supervision, and some may have difficulty hearing or seeing.

Nursing homes have changed dramatically over the past few decades. They increasingly offer medical services similar to those offered in hospitals after surgery, illness or sudden medical problems. The elderly need a higher level of care, particularly as hospital stays are shorter than they used to be. However, medical services vary a lot among nursing homes.

At Bartra, we take the issue of ageing seriously. We believe in “growing old with dignity”. Bartra Healthcare is on course to become the largest provider of quality healthcare in Ireland. Led by seasoned professional Declan Carlyle, Bartra’s Healthcare division delivers a nursing home portfolio with superior elderly care facilities designed to meet the Irish government’s highest standards as imposed by the Health Information Quality Authority (HIQA). In Bartra’s nursing home operations, our highly skilled and experienced care team is inculcating a culture of quality caregiving in all our facilities, ensuring a standard of care that recognises our residents’ needs for independence, choice dignity and respect, compassion and advocacy.

Watch our interview with Declan Carlyle, CEO of Bartra Healthcare’s CEO, and former CFO of Beaumont Hospital, to find out what makes our service exceptional.

We are proud that Bartra Healthcare is comprised of a group of premium quality nursing homes, each of which provides individualised care in a safe, friendly and comfortable environment where all of the needs of our residents are met. As Declan says, “Every single aspect of these homes has been designed with meticulous attention to detail.” Aside from top-class elderly care facilities, high quality beds and bed linen and hand-picked teams of professional and clinical staff, we also strive to bring tasty, wholesome food to residents that is well presented and appetising to the eye.

Eating and drinking are fundamental needs and consequently essential parts of nursing and nursing care. Encouraging older people in nursing homes to engage in mealtime activities can increase engagement in daily life and encourage more optimal health among older people. It’s more than simply a meal. Our team of highly skilled chefs has a deep understanding of diet, cooks with heart, and brings empathy and imagination to the table.

Learn more about our food philosophy in our interview with Executive Chef Andrew Dunne.

Strong track record of success

Bartra’s nursing homes are Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) qualified, with state-backed income, and meet the highest HIQA standards. Investors into our nursing home projects deploy €1 million for 5 years and receive 100% repayment upon maturity and a 20% return (4% per annum). Bartra has a strong pipeline of 825 nursing home beds, valued at €180 million.

Following the successful opening of our Northwood and Loughshinny nursing homes, Bartra’s third nursing home project, Beaumont Lodge was completed in October 2020, two months ahead of schedule and within budget despite the global pandemic and the challenges it presented. Beaumont Lodge is one of the Ireland’s largest nursing homes, featuring 221 single occupancy, ensuite bedrooms offering privacy for every elderly resident.

The building contains a large open plan area of 10,000 square meters, equivalent to the size of a football field, with three-storey overhanging areas supported on concrete beams and columns. Large ‘Winter Garden’ balconies were constructed on each floor to provide outdoor space. The development also offers 83 car parking spaces along with motorcycle and bicycle bays. Bartra teams provided civil, structural and traffic engineering services as well as design.

Beaumont Lodge

Beaumont Lodge, completed exterior and interior

Regarding nursing facilities, Beaumont will fully comply with the highest HIQA standards, accommodating some of the most advanced equipment to ensure high-tech and intelligent nursing services. Each room offers a separate shower room which ensures a private space. All beds can be easily raised and lowered, and the mattresses in each room are customised in consideration of body pressure distribution. Every room is equipped with an alarm system for daily needs or emergency assistance.

To find out how the development of Beaumont Lodge progressed from its beginnings in 2018, watch our construction video.

Beaumont is located in Dublin 5, close to Dublin Airport and within easy reach of Ireland’s most important traffic artery and busiest ring road, the M50. From this C-shaped highway, almost anywhere in Dublin can be accessed easily. Another important highway, the M1, which connects Dublin and Northern Ireland, is also nearby. The extensive transportation network around Beaumont is convenient for the elderly who reside there.

How does Bartra’s nursing home portfolio work?

With an ageing population, nursing homes are in high demand yet remain undersupplied in Ireland. The number of over 65-year-olds is expected to reach 16% of the total population, accounting for 860,600 people by 2026. This means the country will need 7,500 new nursing home beds in the system by then. However, little is expected to be built in the next few years, with just 1,144 beds due to be delivered.

To meet the required volume of units, reduce housing waiting lists and increase the delivery of much-needed infrastructure, collaboration between the public and private sectors is necessary. And since nursing homes qualify as essential infrastructure, institutional investors with long-term investment horizons are contributing to elderly care projects as part of their investment portfolios.

For more on the benefits of investing in nursing hones and healthcare (as well as social housing), read our article on Impact Investing with Bartra.

It is worth noting that, in Ireland, there is a financial support scheme available from the government for the cost of nursing home care. This scheme is called the Nursing Home Support Scheme, but It is better known as “The Fair Deal”. Under the Fair Deal Scheme, each bed in a nursing home receives a weekly subsidy from the government (the subsidy standard is determined by the National Treatment Purchase Fund). As such, investing in nursing home projects is safe and unaffected by market movements due to its state-backed income stream, many institutional investors with a long-term investment horizon have contributed to elderly care as part of their investment portfolios.

Investments in and acquisitions of nursing home projects in Ireland to date include:

Care Choice Group, Munster (5 Nursing Homes) and Dublin (1 Nursing Home): Infra Via acquired Care Choice for €70m (comprising 503 beds, the majority of which are located in Munster, with four sites located in the Greater Dublin Area).

The Beechfield Group, Dublin (3 Nursing Homes): German-based IMMAC Group entered the Irish nursing home sector with the €33m acquisition of the Beechfield Care Group, incorporating Beechfield Manor Nursing Home, Glengara Park Nursing Home and Mount Hybla Nursing Home as well as the Beechfield Private Homecare service.

TCL Group (Ireland) (4 Nursing Homes and 1 site): TLC is a provider of retirement care services based in Dublin, Ireland. The company specialises in luxury nursing homes for elderly people. It has been reported that the sale price of TLC Nursing Homes portfolio would exceed €150m for 4 Nursing Homes, comprising 674 beds (Santry, Cara Care, Maynooth, Citywest and Carton nursing homes) and a site in Ireland.

Bartra is a leading nursing homes developer in the healthcare sector in Ireland. We source, build and manage our projects from start to finish. The chart below explains our project development and exit process.

Nursing Home Process

At Bartra, we build communities for life where everyone can contribute. We create environments and services in which people are valued, included and respected. And we put great emphasis on facilitating and encouraging residents to continue to pursue their hobbies and interests while living in our nursing homes.

2020 Review: Recognising Accomplishments in an Unprecedented Year

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2020 has been a challenging year. It has forced people to adapt to a new reality. But at Bartra, we remain optimistic. We have seen our teams thrive on change. And our ever-present desire and drive to share ideas, to collaborate, create and innovate, and to continue making progress, is undeniable. This year has not altered our fundamental belief that great investments require three things: great locations, great people, and the right opportunities. Bartra prides itself on consistently delivering all three for clients and investors and we are grateful that we have been able to help many of our clients achieve their goals, while also being recognised by the industry for our efforts.

As another year comes to a close and we look to the year ahead, we would like to share some of our achievements and to thank everyone – clients, business partners and our staff – for contributing to our strength and success.

Accomplishments: 

  • 2 IIP project completions (Northwood, Beaumont)
  • Close to 100 IIP applications
  • 4 awards

A little throwback to Bartra’s highlights from the last 12 months.

January

Co-living

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“I am proud that the ISIF has invested in our business. This is testament to both the quality of Bartra’s projects and the expertise of the personnel putting those projects together. Our development projects support local housing requirements: co-living projects offer accommodation for young professionals; nursing homes provide critically needed care for the elderly and vulnerable; social housing caters to those on housing lists. As the investment immigration arm of Bartra Group, with offices in Hong Kong and multiple cities across Mainland China, Bartra Wealth Advisors has seen increased demand for investment in the social housing and healthcare sectors, with international investors keen to acquire these government-backed asset types. We offer investors direct access to our social housing and nursing home projects, which are good, safe investment opportunities that support the local community and are also IIP-qualifying for obtaining Irish residency.”

James Hartshorn, CEO and Co-founder of Bartra Wealth Advisors.

February

Northwood Nursing Home

  • Northwood Phase II, Bartra’s Nursing Home project, completed on time and within budget.
  • The year’s first batch of Stamp 4 visas arrived on 14 February as a Valentine’s Day gift for our clients.

March / April

May

Healthcare CEO

  • Declan Carlyle was appointed CEO of Bartra Healthcare.
  • Bartra received renewal approvals for applicants from January and February, with a 100% success rate.
  • Clients who invested in our Social Housing project phase II and received pre-approval in April were granted Stamp 4 visas.

June / July

Poplar Row

August / September 

October

HK PR

  • Bartra held its first press conference in Hong Kong, which saw more than 30 news platforms report on Bartra over two days.
  • Jeffrey Ling, Hong Kong Regional Manager, was featured on Apple Daily’s news and video platforms, and hosted a webinar with a tax partner to discuss Ireland immigration.
  • Bartra won Uglobal Immigration Magazine’s Top 25 Developers Award.
  • Bartra received 50 applications from Hong Kong clients.

November

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December

  • Bartra Homes launched a new luxury residential project, Glensavage, Blackrock, comprised of 8 contemporary homes and 14 apartments.
  • Bartra secured planning permission for our €25 million co-living scheme on Merrion Road.
  • Bartra was named Innovator of the Year – Real Estate at the HKB Management Excellence Awards.

In the past year, Ireland has ranked among the best-performing economies in the western world, with GDP growth of 3.4% (ESRI). Looking ahead, export-driven growth of 5.3% in 2021 is forecast (Ibec).

With regard to the IIP, we believe that interest in the programme will steadily increase as businesses and affluent individuals recognise the personal and professional advantages of maintaining a foothold in Europe. We foresee strong demand from China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, India and the UAE, as well as interest from South Africa, Canada and the UK.

As a company, we are excited to welcome 2021 and will continue to deliver our world-class services and products to investors and clients. In the spirit of the tagline of our Immigration Insight video series – Joy of Living – we’d like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a joyous, prosperous and healthy New Year!

Ireland’s property market – a worthwhile investment

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The hottest property markets for Hongkongers include London, Sydney, Vancouver, New York, Japan, Bangkok, Lisbon, and many more, but with a large number of multinational companies have established their European headquarters in Ireland (many more are planning to) and the IIP providing the opportunity for immigration to Ireland, its cities are looking increasingly attractive. And there are other benefits to be had, too.

Ireland’s property market has enjoyed steady growth over the last decade, particularly in the nation’s capital, Dublin and its surrounding commuter areas. This growth has been driven by a strong economy (see our blog on ‘Ireland’s Economy’) and high employment levels; GDP growth in 2018 was 5.6%, the second highest in Europe, and in the same year full-time employment grew 2.7%. This year, Ireland is the only developed economy to experience growth in GDP, boosted by exports from the Pharma and tech sectors, the chief economist at Goodbody Stockbrokers said.

Dublin has experienced continued international investment, particularly in the technology sector; it is home to Twitter’s EMEA headquarters and Facebook and Google’s European headquarters. Ireland also boasts a burgeoning medical technology industry, which performed particularly well in 2020, and many of its giants are based out of the capital.

In addition, a limited supply of homes in Dublin’s prime locations, coupled with a growing population that is predicted to increase by nearly a third before 2036 taking it to 1.76m, contribute to a high demand for property in the capital. In 2019, PwC ranked Dublin third out of 31 European cities for real estate investment and development in its 2019 PwC/ULI Emerging Trends in Real Estate Europe report.

There is plenty, then, to attract international property investors. And with similar procedures for purchasing a property in place in Ireland as there are in the UK, where many Hongkongers have chosen to invest in property, good value and promising returns also add to the appeal.

Dublin, for example, is well priced compared to some of its European counterparts. Home prices start from €400-500,000 for a one-bedroom flat in prime residential areas, such as South Dublin, according to Mei Wong, Executive Director – Head of International Residential Sales at Knight Frank, which deals in both residential and commercial property consultancy, while family homes start from €1 million, though in super-prime areas can exceed €10 million.

Location matters and ownership

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Dublin’s most desirable areas to live in, particularly for a family home, are found in the South of the city, with Dublin 4, including Ballsbridge, Sandymount and Donnybrook, and Dublin 6, namely Ranelagh, Rathmines and Rathgar, holding greatest appeal. Each offers a range of housing options within easy reach of the city centre and is close to some of the city’s best schools including a number of those listed in The Sunday Times’ top 25 schools in Ireland in 2018. Blackrock, Monkstown, Dalkey and Killiney, also areas in south Dublin, are of growing interest thanks to their coastal locations offering attractive sea views.

Whether buyers are in search of houses or apartments, property titles are similar to those in the UK. Houses and townhouses are generally freehold, while flats, particularly new-build units, are likely to be leasehold (often 999 years). For those buying for investment, rental yields in and around Dublin are strong and have risen steadily since 2011, but vary according to the area.

Off-plan properties, which are often popular with Hongkongers, can offer attractive yields of between 4 and 6%, particularly in Greater Dublin where undersupply continues to drive growth and push up rental values. Apartments in Dublin 2, where a number of new developments are launching on the south quays, have particularly high rental yield potential, while property in more established areas of Dublin, such as Dublin 4 and Dublin 6, does not offer the same growth prospects.

Aside from Dublin, other areas worth considering include Cork, Ireland’s second most popular location for property investment; Limerick, which was named one of the Europe’s Cities of the Future in 2018/2019 by fDi Intelligence, a specialist division from The Financial Times Ltd.; and Galway, named European Capital of Culture 2020. These cities are attractive places to live, there are top schools, excellent medical facilities, and an array of lifestyle options such as golf courses, fishing and yachting.

There are a number of other elements to consider when purchasing overseas property, many of which set Ireland apart. Property taxes remain relatively low in Ireland. Stamp duty is 1% of the value of the property up to €1 million, then 2% on the balance over €1 million. Local property taxes are also modest, but vary according to location.

IIP investors will hold a Stamp 4 VISA, equivalent to a permanent residence permit, though there is currently no limit on the number of homes that can be purchased by a resident or non-resident, so prospective buyers and investors are able to purchase property at any stage of the residency process.

While most Hong Kong property buyers tend to be cash buyers, mortgages are available with an LTV of up to 70% with an interest rate of around 2.9%. Bartra works in partnership with EBS, one of Ireland’s largest financial institutions, to offer attractive and appropriate mortgages to its clients. For IIP program investors, it is worth bearing in mind that at maturity investors can expect around returns of €200,000 from a €1 million investment of Nursing Home projects, which could be put towards buying property.

Based on the resilience of property markets around the world, the global pandemic seems to have had little impact on buyers’ desires to purchase new homes. In fact, international investor enquiries have picked up as people have had time to consider new markets. And Ireland’s capital, set in an English-speaking country within the EU where residents enjoy high quality of life amidst a steadily growing economy, is a place where investors should feel confident in its potential.

If you are looking to invest in property in Ireland, watch our interview with Mei Wong, Executive Director – Head of International Residential Sales at Knight Frank, which is part of our “Immigration Insights with Bartra Wealth Advisors” video series. Mei and Jay Cheung, our Marketing Director, reveal some of Dublin’s most attractive areas for investors and considers the elements international buyers need to be aware of when contemplating property purchase in the Emerald Isle.

New launch – Glensavage, Avoca Road, Blackrock, by Bartra Homes

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Apart from IIP projects, and as a leading property developer in Ireland, Bartra Group has diverse real estate portfolios. Bartra Homes has recently launched a premium residential development project, strategically located in a prestigious and highly sought after location in South Dublin, Blackrock. Glensavage is a beautiful hidden site of 2.49 acres (0.94 hectares) off Avoca Road in Blackrock.

You can visit the project website for specification details, layouts or simply contact us.

We also work with Knight Frank for other property investment opportunities.

Data source from Knight Frank’s residential property market reports.

Bartra Wealth Advisors was awarded the Supreme Brand Award 2020

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Bartra Wealth Advisors has won the Supreme Brand of Overseas Investment & Immigration Consultant Firm Award 2020, organised by CAPITAL CEO X Entrepreneur. The awards ceremony took place on 27th November at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong.

Mr. Jeffrey Ling, Regional Manager shared, “Thank you CAPITAL for the award. We are honored and grateful to have the industry recognition for our brand and service, and have the opportunity to participate in this awards ceremony with all the award-winning companies on the stage.

Throwback to about the same time last year when we were literally starting our business in Hong Kong (August 2019), although we are one of the largest, leading developers in Ireland who are also the only developer can provide Hong Kongers with direct Ireland investment immigration services, to deliver great businesses results in just one-year time it wasn’t easy, coupled with the challenging global economic environment and the pandemic’s impacts.

Thankfully, our real estate investment projects are safe with a simple investment process. We have a transparent and open investment environment, a great team of dedicated professionals, plus having the advantage of the growing economy in Ireland in recent years and its more important place amongst the nations of the world, this year’s achievement is remarkable.”

He added, “We are thrilled to win the brand award. There’s a tremendous amount of effort required behind a successful brand, from products to services. It requires everyone to have the same belief, be insistent and persistent. Every time when we hear clients thank us for our help, have their trust and their recognition of our products and services, our energy and confidence are increased.

Thanks again to everyone and the award, we will continue to strive to be better!”

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Upper left corner picture, from left to right: Regional Manager Jeffrey Ling, Sales Manager Tanya Wong, Marketing Director Jay Cheung and Business Development Manager Alan Lau. Lower left corner picture: Regional Manager Jeffrey Ling was receiving the award from Deputy Chairman of the Hong Kong Institute of Directors Mr. Edmund K H Leung.

Bartra Wealth Advisors Ltd is a subsidiary company within the Bartra Capital Ltd Group of companies. As the immigration arm of Ireland’s most successful real estate developer Bartra Capital, Bartra Wealth Advisors provides investors direct access to high-quality Nursing Home and Social Housing projects as the preferred investment options designated by the Irish government for the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP). With a well-established business, extensive Irish immigration experience, expertise in real estate investments, professional landing teams and strong business network support, Bartra Group has helped hundreds of families successfully immigrate to Ireland.

Bartra Wealth Advisors prides itself on delivering streamlined, in-group, end-to-end services. Its unique business model supports clients throughout their investment and immigration journey, from immigration advisory and government backed IIP projects through to successful investment exits. It maintains a 100% application approval rate as well as 100% renewal rate.