Why the Chinese are keen to buy property overseas

Diversification

Maximising the return-to-risk ratio

Security and privacy of assets

Risk Avoidance

Segregation of assets, avoidance of legal and social risks

Hedging exchange rate risk and protecting against economic volatility

Investment

Buy a home with a lot of room for appreciation

High rental yields and good return on investment

Benefits for children

Tax avoidance, freehold and maximising wealth to pass on to the next generation

You can choose to use your home to support your education, so you can invest in your own home.