Rhiannon Williamson, from offshore investment firm Shelter Offshore, offers 10 top reasons why canny property investors are looking at Turkey.

...This is probably why, according to The Observer newspaper, some 17,000 Brits have already chosen Turkey as their overseas nation of choice when it comes to buying a property abroad.

These 17,000 have focused on the Southern Turkish coastline which hugs the Mediterranean and the Aegean Seas, because they know they can enjoy long sunny days from April to November, and also enjoy a nation that is rapidly advancing in terms of its appeal.

To service these homebuyers and the increasing numbers of tourism arrivals, new flight operators are joining the ranks and there has been a sharp increase in both the frequency and number of flights to Turkey's Riviera from Europe and the UK since 2006.

New property developments in Turkey are also stepping up to offer the canny consumer something better in the way of both choice and quality, and so if you're considering buying a second, retirement or permanent home abroad, here are the top 10 reasons why you should be considering Turkey in 2008.

1.) Turkey has learned from Spain's mistakes

2.) Property prices in Turkey are affordable

3.) Tourism in Turkey is growing

4.) Turkey has attracted quality international developers

5.) Mortgages and insurance are available in Turkey

6.) Long term EU prospect looks promising

7.) Inward public and private investment is increasing

8.) The cost of living in Turkey is low

9.) Quality healthcare is available at affordable prices

10.) The climate, the atmosphere, the people, the cuisine and the views!

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