Remaining a peaceful nation for the entire 20th century has helped Sweden no end, economically speaking. A combination of modern capitalism and a fantastically well-developed welfare state makes the country one of the most financially stable in the world, and the Swedish people enjoy a very high standard of life, generally speaking. It comes as quite a surprise, therefore, that property in the country is not very expensive – with prices that are comparably lower than major Western European cities.

Stockholm is normally the first stop for potential off plan investors, with property in the city costing a marked amount more than housing in other parts of the country. The beautiful city is home to around 20 percent of the entire Swedish population and, locally, economic growth looks to have a bright future. Cities such as Gothenburg and those on the coast are also very popular with potential off plan investors, and other areas can still be home to rare bargains.

With property values in Sweden likely to grow a huge amount, and at the very least near-guaranteed to remain steady the country is a very safe investment for those not wishing to take a big risk. A beautiful country, friendly people and a safe investment – Sweden is ideal for those who can afford it.