Lifestyles

Advice for investing in real estate

Buying a luxury house or apartment requires a great deal of thought and good knowledge of the target geographical area and real estate market. Should I buy a spacious and comfortable apartment in Old Annecy or a family apartment with a view of the peaks in Megève? What criteria should I consider before buying a castle in Geneva or a property in the Aravis Range? Should I choose a duplex or a traditional house on the shores of Lake Annecy or in Chamonix? Will I find a large house with swimming pool, deck, spacious living room and 4 bedrooms between Aix-les-Bains and Lake Bourget? At Barnes Mont-Blanc, we answer all your questions to help you make the most of your real estate investment. We help you select the best properties that meet your chosen characteristics, and we only send you the listings that are likely to interest you. Our real estate agents send you exclusive listings, take you on tours, deal with the government and contact the bank for financing to help you make an informed decision. They will use their skills to help you find the house, apartment, castle or property of your dreams in Savoie, Haute-Savoie or the Ain.

What type of real estate should I invest in?

If you like modernity, gorgeous spaces and interior rooms open to the outside, you will love contemporary houses. The minimalist style and modern finish of the contemporary houses selected by Barnes Mont-Blanc immediately catch the eye. Their facing, large bay windows and open design allow natural light to flood the space, giving you savings on energy costs. If you expect the best in luxury and excellence, you will love our exceptional properties. Do you have a weakness for historic buildings, well waxed floors, marble fireplaces and period furniture? Choose an historic apartment. These exceptional properties, both old and new, were built in quiet areas. They are generally over 300 m2 in size and melt right into the surrounding nature. Our historic apartments have a special air all their own. Whether in the city center or a small village, they have a unique, rustic architectural style: a perfect combination of wood floors, stuccoes, moldings and majestic marble or stone fireplaces. And what about castles? Steeped in history and built over wide expanses, they invite you to journey back in time. Do you love history and architecture? Heritage and nature? We have beautiful castles for sale that will be perfect for you.

How to choose the real estate investment that is right for you ?

If you want to invest in new real estate, you first need to identify your needs. If you can see yourself sipping your coffee on the deck of your house or the balcony of your apartment while admiring the snowy peaks of the Alps, the green mountains of the Aravis Range or the clear waters of Lake Annecy, you should definitely look for an exceptional property with an unobstructed view. If you prefer a relaxing soak or swimming a few lengths in nice weather after a day of skiing or snowshoeing, look for a beautiful house with pool for your primary or secondary residence. Houses with swimming pools are very popular in the Ain, Savoie and Haute-Savoie. The pools are usually located on a large deck facing the lake or the mountains so you can enjoy the fabulous alpine scenery from your private pool. Are you looking for a home base for skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer? Opt for an apartment near the slopes in Chamonix, La Clusaz, Saint-Gervais, Le Grand Bornand, Combloux or Megève. If you prefer buying a historic stone house and updating it to combine tradition with modernity, look for the right size home for you in our renovation properties. On the other hand, couples and families who want to invest in a new property will love our new projects.