August 23, 2008
- Federal Reserve bank officer survey shows standards continue to tighten
The Federal Reserve just released its latest figures on credit standards and credit demand. (…)
July 3, 2008
- Global Investment Group Launched to invest in US Property
The continuing weakness of the dollar means the US is more and more attractive as a property investment destination. (…)
June 16, 2008
- Abu Dhabi Real Estate shows strong short term demand
Strong growth backed by huge pent-up demand, a growing population and liberalization of the real estate sector is expected to keep prices strong in Abu Dhabi for the next 5-7 years - according to a report by EFG-Hermes, a regional investment bank
The report stated that the real estate market in Abu Dhabi is backed by a shortage in all real estate markets, controlled delivery of supply to avoid a glut, greater economic liberalization and the creation of a unique identity meaning that the strength and longevity of the real estate is assured for the short term future at least. (…)
June 5, 2008
- UAE Developers hit with Bank Funding Cap
It would appear that the UAE is beginning to face similar problems to much of the rest of the world as far as lack of available finance goes, but for different reasons. (…)
June 3, 2008
- Real Estate Blog News and Opinions
There is no question that the real estate market has slowed, particularly in the U.S. But does that seem to be spreading around the world. The answer, of course, is yes and no. So, who is saying what? (…)
June 1, 2008
- Tamweel Launch Property Investment Company
Tamweel Properties & Investments LLC to focus on property investment and brokerage services
Move in line with resolutions approved at recent EGM
Abdulla Nasser Abdulla named CEO of Tamweel Properties & Investments LLC
Dubai, June 1, 2008: Tamweel, the largest provider of real estate finance in the UAE, announced today the establishment of Tamweel Properties & Investments LLC, a fully owned subsidiary that will focus on real estate investment and also offer brokerage services. (…)
May 31, 2008
- U. S Home Prices Drop a record 14.1%
All right people, if you are spending Euros and pounds, it is probably time to buy a property in the U.S.A. Especially of you are considering Las Vegas, Miami or Phoenix. (…)
May 29, 2008
- Dubai Up, Mumbai Down- CBRE Office Rents Report
CB Richard Ellis’ semi-annual Global Market Rents survey puts Dubai in the top ten most expensive office markets for the first time. Mumbai has slipped down to fourth place. (…)
- The Westin Verasa Napa Residences Will Open Late September 2008
The Westin Verasa Napa Residences Set to Transform Downtown Napa With Late September 2008 Opening
Condominium-Hotel to Include Stunning Architecture, Upscale Amenities and World-Renowned Chef
Napa, Calif. (…)
May 27, 2008
- Luxury Real Estate Marketing Company Hires Professional Blogger
An interesting new approach to real estate marketing. Luxury Property have employed the services of a pro-blogger to write their corporate blog. (…)
May 23, 2008
- Launch of new MENA Real Estate Fund announced
Glasgow-based Jabbar Fund Management today announces the launch of the 20m euro MENA (Middle East and North African) Real Estate Fund. (…)
May 19, 2008
- New Real Estate Development Company Launched in Dubai
New Real Estate Development Company Plans to Attract US$600 Million from International Investors by December
Property House, an ambitious US$1 billion real estate and property management company, was launched today by Muhammad Nazir, a leading businessman with diverse investment interests in the UAE, Pakistan and Turkey. (…)
May 5, 2008
- Deyaar Development Sells Out Latest Offering Oakwood Residency
Despite many’s worries over the astounding number of new developments in Dubai(including our own), Deyaar, showing an impressive level of investor confidence, has managed to sell out their latest offering on the opening day of the launch - a $123 million tower- Oakwood Residency. (…)
May 2, 2008
- Ups and Downs in the Property Markets
We thought it was time to take a look at the goings-on in the property world. Who is saying what? Which markets are looking good and which are headed south? (…)
April 24, 2008
- Dubai Investor Survey Highlights Worries
Security and Trust are the greatest concern for more than half of respondents
The results of a recent survey on the Dubai real estate sector have highlighted the main areas of concern for those buying property in Dubai as; security & trust and construction delays. (…)
April 22, 2008
- Cambodian Law Changes May Open Property Market for Foreign Investors
Nuth Nurang, Secretary of State at Cambodia’s Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction said: has revealed that the government is considering an amendment to Cambodia’s law that would allow foreigners to buy property in the rapidly emerging market freehold. (…)
April 11, 2008
- Lebanon Normal Service Resumed?
Although Lebanon witnessed an economic slowdown in 2007, real estate activity during the year has proved to be quite resilient to the said trend prevailing in the country. (…)
April 3, 2008
- Lanzarote Visitor Numbers Surge by 11%
British tourism up 16.7% during January/February 2008
Overseas investors with interests in the Lanzarote property market will have been warmed by the release of the latest tourist figures for the island. Which reveal an upsurge 16.7% in British visitor numbers for the first two months of 2008. According to statistics just released by Spanish airport operator AENA. (…)
March 19, 2008
- Abu Dhabi Property Growth Stimulus RAKAA Sells 70% of Dynasty Tower
RAKAA Properties, one of the region’s preeminent real estate companies, has announced the selling of 70% of the Dynasty Tower and 55% of Falcon Crest Tower, two of the company’s signature projects situated in the prestigious Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. (…)
March 17, 2008
- CTBUH 8TH World Congress Highlights Dubai as a Model of Sustainable Urban Future
According to the UN: 50 percent of the world’s population resides in urban cities, growing to two-thirds in 25 years; by 2015, 23 ‘mega cities’ will exist with nineteen of them located in developing countries
Dubai - Tuesday, March 11th 2008: The Council on Tall Buildings & Urban Habitat (CBTUH) ended its 8th World Congress with participants agreeing that Dubai is well suited to lead the world in creating sustainable dense cities, if it followed new radical fundamental planning and sustainable designing strategies. (…)
