Tuesday, May 24, 2011

What you should know about travelling for your apartments and real estate in Rio de Janeiro?

By Henry Blunderlake


When considering ownership of apartments or real estate in Rio de Janeiro there are several things to take into consideration. As with any purchase a great deal of research should be done about properties that are for sale. One major concern that people frequently forget about is transportation. How will you get around? Though sometimes this is easy to forget, it is certainly something that should be thought about before you are closing deals on penthouse apartments in Copacabana or Ipanema.

So for beginners, what are your choices as far as transportation? In Rio de Janeiro there are many. The possible choices could include car, bus, taxi, subway and in some cases boats. Undoubtedly, your methods of transportation will be dictated by your financial situation as well as convenience. If you live in the south zone (Ipanema, Copacabana, etc.) then the subway is a very fast and cost effective option.

However if you live in Barra da Tijuca or even Recreio you will have to look at other choices, since a subway won't be completed to these places for many years. Having a car is necessary in these spots. Though cars tend to be highly-priced, it may be possible to find a good deal on a used car that is for sale. Otherwise you'll be travelling with the masses by bus. It should also be observed that even with a car, travel from Barra to other parts of Rio de Janeiro can be daunting, especially during rush hour traffic. This is surely something to make a note if you are looking into real estate in these regions.

If you are looking to purchase apartments in a place such as Niteroi a car may not be necessary due to the accessibility of the ferryboat. This will help you to be at the city center in 15 minutes. Again, this a great less expensive method of travel. Though Niteroi is just outside of Rio, the lower costs could make this an engaging option. Though it's not going to be like having a penthouse in the south zone, it's a more affordable option.

Whatever your decision ends up being, it's important to review all of your possible choices as well as understand the traffic conditions when looking into real estate that is for sale. You're not just planning to travel here for a vacation or a holiday. You are planning to live here. In the long run this will save you some headaches.




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