A nine acre, award winning vineyard in Romania, complete with charming
farmhouse and winery for under ?85,000. A productive 10 acre organic olive grove
with villa on an unspoilt Greek island for ?205,000. A yacht charter business
based in the Mediterannean and generating a gross profit of ?110,000 for
?380,000. A successful seaside restaurant with living accommodation and sunny
terrace on Majorca for ?460,000. A small, popular bar in Marbella with studio
apartment for ?65,000.Tempted by any of the above? One of the many benefits of
our booming economy and buoyant property market is that lifestyle businesses
overseas now represent incredible value for money. For the price of a relatively
modest suburban home almost anywhere in the UK you can buy a fantastic ? and
lucrative ? lifestyle business in any number of desirable locations elsewhere in
the world. With a slightly larger sum you can afford something truly stupendous
and potentially even more profitable. There?s so much choice, too. Move abroad ?
perhaps to a warmer, drier climate ? and enjoy running the business yourself.
Or, stay here in Britain and employ someone else to manage it for you. Opt for a
venture that allows you to work from home (bearing in mind that that ?home?
could well be a dream property) or keep the two separate.Identifying lifestyle
business opportunities in foreign climes is anything but difficult. Thanks to
the world wide web and Google it took me less than fifteen minutes to search out
the opportunities above. Nor need funding be an issue. Finding the money to
invest in overseas property is both easy and relatively inexpensive. You could
use equity built up in an existing property, capital held elsewhere or possibly
borrow on the strength of the business itself. All you need do is talk to your
financial adviser. Nor, in these days of budget air travel and low-cost
communications, need moving abroad mean losing touch with family and friends.So,
what are the main considerations for anyone attracted by the idea of a business
place in the sun? For some, the first question will be what sort of business to
buy, for others it will be the location. Either way, you need to weigh up:Your
interests and skills. If this is going to be a proper lifestyle business then
you need to pick something you will enjoy doing.How you feel about the local
culture. The thrill of owning, say, an Austrian ski-resort hotel might be
somewhat dulled if you aren?t that keen on life in Austria.Whether the business
will produce sufficient returns for your needs. This is particularly relevant if
you want to employ other people to run it.The potential for capital gain. It
clearly makes sense to purchase something which ? regardless of annual profits ?
is likely to increase in value.One area to be especially mindful of is
over-capitalising certain types of business. Take, for instance, someone who
buys a large, period property in, say, France and over several years turns it
into a successful restaurant with holiday accommodation. When it comes to sell
the combined value of the property and the business may be so great as to make
it difficult to find a sufficiently well off buyer interested in running this
type of venture. Not that it doesn?t make much more sense to opt for a business
incorporating a freehold property. Yes, it might be fun to run a leasehold
nightclub in Ibiza ? but you?ve less to sell should you ever get bored with
being surrounded by an endless stream of young, beautiful people intent on
having a good time.Other key factors to weigh up when making an overseas
business investment include:The tax climate. Watch out for higher stamp duty,
income tax and capital gains tax. Also beware of death duties. Always take
professional tax advice before you commit to anything,The legal climate. Not
only can ownership be less clear-cut in other jurisdictions (even within the EU)
but many countries have different inheritance rules. Again, take legal advice
before you commit to anything.The regulatory climate. Ever tried to get a
business license in Spain? Or a work permit in Malta? Or even something as
simple as planning permission in France? Make sure you will be able to do what
you want with your business (and that you know what you are letting yourself in
for).The work climate. Your grand plans for a business may come to nothing if
you can?t find the employees and contractors you need to make your dream come
true.Language. Hardly a problem if you opt for an English speaking country ? but
elsewhere? There are some places ? Holland and most Spanish coastal resorts, to
name two ? where you can get away without a word of the local language.
Otherwise, you should either speak ? or plan to learn to speak ? the
lingo.Employment and residency issues. As a British citizen you can move
anywhere you want within the EU. Many other countries, including the USA, will
welcome you with open arms if you are making an appropriate investment.Once you
have found a business you are interested in, then it is important to get an
independent, reliable valuation. What can seem a bargain when compared to
British prices, may not be so much of a bargain to locals. Pay especial
attention to the history of the business; its current performance (sales,
turnover and profit); its financial situation (cashflow, debts, expenses and
assets); and why the business is being sold. Once you have agreed a price don?t
hesitate to get ?due diligence? ? the process of checking that everything you
have been told is true.Is it sensible to invest your cash in a lifestyle
business overseas? Bear in mind that you are taking a double risk. Firstly, that
the business itself is sound and that you will be successful running it.
Secondly, that the country where you are buying it won?t experience a downturn.
This said, we may well be at the top of our economic cycle, whereas many
suitable locations may be near the bottom of theirs. This type of
diversification could, therefore, make excellent sense.Justin
Powerhttp://www.powerreport.net - Fast Growing Trees 17891 The River Birches
River Birch Trees are fairly easy to plant because they are rugged and durable.
Yet to plant or transplant them you do need to follow some basic guidelines. Two
of the best types or River Birch trees are Dura Heat and Heritage River Birches.
We have been growing River Birch Trees for a number of years and offer these
suggestions for planting. All people handling Dura Heat and Heritage River
Birches seedlings and small trees need to help with the life support of your
plants. Seedlings are like fish out of water and need care which is often
overlooked between the time the seedlings are lifted and transplanted. Improper
care means higher mortality. Do not try and reinvent the wheel. You must protect
seedling from moisture and temperature extremes, as well as physical damage.
Seedlings are living and should be handled carefully. For a higher survival
rate, treat trees carefully and plant them immediately. I like to have a backup
plan for planting if the weather turns bad. I will sometimes switch from lining
out the seedlings to potting them up if I realize that the soil conditions will
not be right for an extended Length of time. If planting must be delayed a few
days, keep the plants in a cold, protected place with air circulation between
the trees. Keep the Dura Heat and Heritage River Birches trees out of the rain
and wind. To check if the trees need water, feel the media at the roots. If it
isn't damp, water the trees and allow the excess water to drain. In cool, damp
weather, the biggest threat to these trees is from mold. Try to keep out of soil
seedlings moist by either restricting water loss with a water vapor barrier or
by wetting the roots at regular intervals. While handling or planting try to
reduce temperature and air movement around the seedlings. Windy days can dry out
seedlings so consider waiting for calmer weather. Once your soil conditions are
correct OUR FREE USE PLANTERS will make planting a snap so its will be worth
waiting for good planting conditions. HOW TO PLANT Ideal planting days are
cool and cloudy with little or no wind. If possible, avoid planting on warm,
windy days. The soil should be moist not wet. Care in planting is more important
than speed. Make sure the roots are never allowed to become dry. Bare root
seedlings should be carried in a waterproof bag or bucket with plenty of moist
material packed around the roots to keep them damp. Ideally, bare root boxes
should be kept refrigerated or packed in ice or snow. Don't freeze the trees.
Competition from weeds, grass, brush or other trees is very detrimental to
survival and growth of seedlings. Choose areas free from this competition or
clear at least a three-foot square bare spot before planting. Seedlings should
not be planted under the crown of existing trees, or closer than 6 feet to
existing brush. Avoid areas near walnut trees. Brush aside loose organic
material such as leaves, grass, etc., from the planting spot to expose mineral
soil. If organic matter gets into the planting hole, it can decompose and leave
air spaces. Roots will dry out when they grow into these spaces. Open up the
hole, making sure the hole is deep enough for the roots to be fully extended. If
roots are curled or bunched up, the tree will not be able to take up water
correctly, will often weaken and die, or may blow down later due to poor root
structure. Take a tree out of your planting bag or bucket only after a hole is
ready. When exposed, the fine roots can dry out in as little as 30 seconds.
Seedling shoots and roots lose water to air, roots require more
protecting.Unlike leaves ,they do not have stomata (close-able openings on the
surface of the leaves) or any waxy coatings to help reduce water loss. If the
Dura Heat and Heritage River Birches roots feel dry they are probably dead. Now
I know you are thinking,"I will place them in a bucket of water and store them
there until planting". This will not work. Submerge plants for no longer that a
couple of minutes. Placing them in water cuts them off from oxygen. Remember to
remove the container before planting a containerized tree. A helpful hint to all
those new gardeners just starting is to remember to always plant green side up.
Hold the seedling in place in the hole, making sure the roots are straight,
fully extended and that the tree is neither too shallow or too deep in the hole.
Fill hole, allowing soil to fall in around the roots. Tamp with hands or with
your heel. Don't crush the roots by jumping up and down around the seedling like
there is a snake curled up around the seedling. It is delicate. Fill with more
soil, if necessary, and tamp. Tamping is important. If soil is not firmly packed
around the roots, there will be air pockets that can dry out the roots, and the
seedlings may be weakly anchored. It is far easier to plant the tree strait up
then have the tree leaning and have to adjust the tree later. (Addition of
fertilizer and plant vitamins at the time of planting is not generally
necessary.) Take your time in planting. Proper spacing will help you grow a more
valuable crop. I have tried to get more production from a limited area by over
planting and then thinning, but I always have had trouble in harvesting ....
digging is slower and poor quality usually results for a portion of the crop.
Avoid these tree planting errors: Tangled roots Planting too shallow Planting
too deep Air pockets Turned up roots (this is called J rooting) Planting
trees that are not tolerant of wet soils in poorly drained areas Planting over
rocks, septic tanks and leach fields, on sand mounds CARE OF TREES FOLLOWING
PLANTING Check periodically to be sure that brush, grass and other vegetation is
kept under control by mowing, mulching, spraying or a combination of these
treatments. Always obtain advice from a licensed pest control adviser before
using chemicals. You ag extension agency may offer courses in application of
chemicals. Monitoring the appearance of your trees will help you to detect signs
of insects, diseases or other problems. Appearances also help sell your product.
Look for foliage turning yellow, new foliage drooping or other signs of poor
health. It is easier to take successful corrective action if the problem is
detected early. Over watering is a common problem in irrigated plantations. You
probably won't need to water more frequently than every 7-10 days. Give your
trees a thorough, deep soak and then let the soil dry out before the next
watering. This encourages the roots to grow down in search of water. Frequent,
shallow watering encourages root growth near the surface and the trees are more
dependent on irrigation and are less windfirm. Animals can be a major cause of
damage to young trees. Porcupines, gophers, mice, rabbits, deer and cattle are
the most frequent source of damage. In many states you may have to call your
game commission and get their recommendations on legal methods to protect your
crop. In our state, you can get help from the Pa. Game Commission to kill deer
that are a threat to your seedlings or obtain a free fence to keep deer away
from your seedlings. Over the years we have lost more trees to mice than any
other animal. Put rat baits out on a regular basis. Over the years we have lost
more seedlings and plants to mice than any other culprit including deer and
rabbit ts combined. You an see more articles about the care of trees plants and
nursery stock at our web site: http://www.seedlingsrus.com and
http://www.highlandhillfarm.com About the Author Bill has been growing trees and
plants in Pennsylvania for over 25 years. His web sites include
http://www.seedlingsrus.com http://www.huntingrelics.com and
http://www.zone5trees.com
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