As soon as the Budget announced a shock 50% rate of income tax for high earners, the phones rang off the hook in the Sales Department of Gibraltar’s Ocean Village. British entrepreneurs are eyeing up a tactical emigration and the message from the Rock is very clear – taxes are not going up, they’re going down.

 

There might not be a more recognisable rock in the world than that which looms high on the Gibraltar landscape.  Serving as a symbol of stability and strength, the Rock of Gibraltar creates quite an imposing image on the Iberian Peninsula.  Surrounding by beautiful sea waters and bustling resorts, this landmark also sits at the heart of a very strong investment hotspot.  Indeed, investment property in Gibraltar is quite attractive for those who can afford the purchase prices.

Following on from Fridays post on newly launched Quay 27 in Gibraltar, I feel a profile is in order. Not the first place to come to mind when plotting the property hotspot map, but a marina redevelopment program similar to London docklands is paying dividends as The Rock as it is locally known, enjoys a property boom. Add into the mix, limited land upon which to build, 7 square km to be exact and a thriving tourism and financial services economy thanks in part to its status as an offshore jurisdiction but more recently to the online ...

Launched in the last few days….

Gibraltar’s answer to the Burj Dubai, well not quite, but it stands an impressive 19 stories high and when finished will be the tallest building in Gib. Â
Recently Gibraltar has seen a wave of new luxury modern residential buildings spring up on the waters edge. Like some of the others this particular development caters for different buyers with 1-4 bedrooms being made available. The project will have many standard amenities including a pool and fitness centre. It is located close to the town centre and marina. Price start ...