I think everyone is entitled to their own opinion and not everyone likes the same thing (thank goodness).
I am heading out to Natal in November for the 6th time in less than 2 years and after my first visit I decided to return and purchase a property and 4 plots of land.
I too have set up my own business to highlight the investment opportunities in the North East and I give a true repsentation of the area and properties. I too agree that if you need a rental return, certain areas of Brazil are not right (at the moment). If you are looking for a holiday home that can be used by friends and family, there are many to choose from.
The BR101 heading North from Natal is certainly not the road to hell. Its well maintained and safer than many of our British roads.
If anyone has doubts about investing in Brazil, do your research and go with your head and heart. It would be awful if in 5 years time, when the airport is in place and this region has started to develop, that you missed out because you listened to one persons opinion.
Brazil is not for everyone, but after travelling to many countries, this was the one place where I could see my self living now and in the future.
Life is not always about good roads and nice houses, in Brazil you get the way of like, stress free living, sunshine and the opportunity to invest.
If you would like more information on buying in the North East of Brazil, I would be happy to talk to you.
Good Luck to those of you taking the plunge. I may see you out there.
Julie
JustBrazil Ltd