The secret to successful asset management
Success in asset management isn’t just about choosing the right investments – it’s about understanding the bigger picture: risk, timing, and long-term strategy.
At Varnavas Law Firm, our Asset Management Team understands this and combines deep market insight with a client-first approach to help each portfolio reach its full potential.
We go beyond helping non-EU nationals secure the Greek Golden Visa. Our team helps clients manage the investments needed to obtain their residence permit. Efficiently. Reliably.
We sat down with Christina Andreou, Head of Asset Management at Varnavas Law Firm, to uncover what drives success in this ever-evolving field.
“Understanding the needs and concerns of clients through open communication is a key part of what we do. We provide a wide range of duties to clients from all over the world who wish to further understand the way day-to-day things work in Greece,” explains Ms Andreou.
“We are the client’s eyes, ears and voice when it comes to their affairs in Greece,” she adds.
The assets managed by our experts relate to bank deposits and properties that help clients secure the Greek residency permit.
Both categories require proper management to maximise returns but pose challenges, especially when the investor is located thousands of miles away in another country with little or no knowledge of the Greek language.
In the case of property ownership, the to-do list is longer and includes paying utility and tax bills, while maintaining the proper upkeep of the home.
The owner must be fully informed of each step taken, what is still outstanding, and the changing laws affecting their position. This way, the house is always ready for the Golden Visa holder who may want to use the property or rent it out long-term.
The power of a strong team
There are lots of moving parts to the process but Ms. Andreou knows a thing or two about teamwork.
She has been at the helm of the asset management department for six years and manages a group of multilingual experts with far-reaching experience.
The reality though is that the asset management crew does a lot more than handle the big issues. It is often the small everyday tasks that clients need help with – and quickly.
This could relate to something as simple as making sure that the necessary formalities for the connection with an Internet provider have been completed before the owner arrives at their home.
“We provide solutions and this is what clients really value,” points out Ms. Andreou.
The Asset Management Team at Varnavas Law Firm has been showing strong growth. In the last few years, the team has more than doubled in size as it manages several hundred homes on its books. Further expansion is on the cards.
“At the end of the day, our clients know that they have someone they can trust who can continue to take care of their local affairs. This provides peace of mind to clients who have gone through the whole Golden Visa process and have a long-term relationship with the country,” highlights Ms. Andreou.
Please contact our team for any inquiries about the Greek Golden Visa and how you can start your process.
