When house hunting (as most of us will probably do at some point in our lives), most people often panic at the sheer lack of space, level of competition and, of course, the astronomical prices. However, few people think to look abroad for a new home – this is a shame, because now more than ever, the world is ripe for setting up a home from home. Most countries speak a good amount of English, the global real estate boom has sprung up millions of new homes all around the world, and travel has never been cheaper; so why not look at Bulgaria properties, or elsewhere abroad?

Europe alone offers many easily-accessible choices for the discerning property-buyer, with different qualities depending on what you’re after. Perhaps you want to live in a sunny climate? Morocco could be a perfect place to move, having benefitted immensely from the global real estate boom and offering a beautiful place to while away a holiday with its glorious sunny beaches (although watch out for the Jellyfish!). Thousands of Brits flock to the country every year, so next time you visit Morocco properties should be in your mind. The properties Turkey has available would also offer you a wonderful Mediterranean climate, with the beautiful and dramatic scenery of mountains, rivers, lakes, and rolling hills and plains.

If sun isn’t your scene, then some of the more temperate European countries might be of interest. In Bulgarian properties are much sought-after – the country is considered by many to be the 'next big thing' in so far as overseas property investment goes. Belgium properties are not to be overlooked either; if you have something of a sweet tooth, imagine waking up every day in Brussels to a feast of Belgian chocolates and waffles! Of course, the country has a lot more to offer than its cuisine, so when it comes down to it, hunting carefully for the right property is a bad idea.

But what if Europe isn’t your cup of tea? When you think of overseas properties, St Lucia might not immediately spring into your mind – Caribbean property has a reputation as a retreat for the rich and famous – but nowadays there are an increasing amount of bargains to be found on this amazingly unspoilt and picturesque island. So next time you go on the hunt for property, just imagine yourself lazing on a secluded beach surrounded by golden sands and clear water, and think how different things could be!