Thursday, 28 November 2024

Investing

Nationwide Study Reveals Drop in UK House Prices

In a recent Nationwide study, it was observed that the total housing prices in the U.K. has witnessed a 1 percent slump over the year 2012. Price fluctuations displayed a regional divide. London was observed to be the strongest performing area in the depressed market condition.

U.S. Construction Spending Analyzed, Markets to Gain Momentum in Latter Half of 2013

Construction spending in the country went down in November 2012. However, the rates witnessed a growth when compared to the percentage of the previous year at the same time period. Experts believe that with the conclusions of the tax decision, the housing and construction markets will accelerate by the second half of 2013.

Housing Property Prices Soar in Singapore

The residential property prices in Singapore have recorded a 1.8 percent rise in the fourth quarter and an annual 2.8 percent hike. The public housing property price index also grew by 2.5 percent.

EDITOR'S PICKS

Home Sales to Accelerate in Hong Kong this New Year

Hong Kong's real estate markets will see an upsurge, as housing sales are expected to increase in the city in spite of continuous efforts by the government to curb the prevailing speculations.
By Staff writer
Nationwide Broadens Mortgage Borrowings Rate to UK Home Buyers

Nationwide Building Society announced it will provide a 95 percent mortgage loan to new home buyers on a condition that they would contribute a sum of money at regular intervals to their savings account for the mortgage.
By Staff writer
Genworth Names Thomas McInerney CEO

Genworth Financial Inc named Thomas McInerney chief executive as the insurer looks to move past the billions of dollars in losses from its mortgage insurance business.
By Staff Reporter
Chestnut Hill Realty Buy Two Framingham Apartments for $85M

Chestnut Hill Realty has paid $84.5 million for two apartment complexes with a combined 581 units in Framingham, Mass.
By Realty Today Staff Reporter
Brazil Offers New Tax Breaks As Economy Sputters

Brazil's government on Tuesday extended tax breaks to the country's construction industry in a new effort to encourage investment and boost flagging growth in the world's sixth-largest economy.
By Staff Reporter
Miami Beach Luring Investors Back

Miami Beach, which is a hot spot for tourists, is evidently an attractive proposition for real estate investors as well.
By Staff Reporter
Tech Firms Overtake Banks in European Office Rentals

Triton Court, a century-old old art deco building on London's Finsbury Square, is a good example of how the financial crisis is transforming demand for commercial property in Europe.
By Staff Reporter
Top 5 Cities in the US for Real-Estate Investment

Tuscan, Arizona is one of the best places for real estate investment. Tuscan, Arizona is one of the best places for real estate investment. There are several opportunities for those interested in buying condominiums or town homes as investment.
By Staff Reporter
Malibu's connection with Hollywood celebrities

Malibu, the beach city in Southern California has an interesting association with Hollywood stars. It is a place that many actors call home. There are many stars- home tours on offer, reports Malibu Times.
By Staff Reporter
Costa Rica Ranked Best for Real Estate Buying in 2013

Costa Rica has been ranked as the best country for real estate investment in 2013, according to the International Real Estate Investments Magazine.
By Staff Reporter