The government has imposed a limit of Rs 10 crore from April 1, 2023 for deduction on long-term capital gain tax for reinvestment i …
China’s banks raise mortgage age limit to octogenarians, dipping into pensions of elderly buyers to prop up sagging sales
The trend is more about the pressing need to boost housing purchases rather than about demographic trends, Economist Intelligence Unit economist says Extension of mortgage age limits will help reduce …
Real estate in Thailand
Growth of new residential estate supply Thailand 2021, by region YoY growth of real estate supply in Bangkok Thailand Q3 2021, by type YoY growth of industrial real estate supply Thailand Q2 2021 …
Israel’s judicial reform strengthens democracy – opinion
The power of the Supreme Court to mold legislation goes far beyond the self-conferred authority to annul laws of the Knesset.
Proptech firms to lead UAE realty due to strong start-up ecosystem
Proptech companies are creating a strong footing in the UAE real estate due to strong start-up ecosystem, government support and high demand for SMART solutions …
Steady start to sales at Wheelock’s Koko Rosso, Hong Kong’s first major property launch after stamp duty cut
Wheelock sold 43 units out of the 148 on offer as of 8pm, two hours after sales were launched on Friday Though relaxation of the stamp duty has strengthened buyers’ confidence, it will not create a …
Commentary: Hong Kong property – when a penthouse is next to public housing
HONG KONG: As some Hong Kong homeowners are finding out, you can’t charge for something that is given away for free. Those who bought luxury apartments at Kai Tak, once the city’s only commer …
Hong Kong Home Prices End Seven-Month Decline With 0.6% Rise in January
Hong Kong private home prices edged up 0.6% in January from December, the first increase in seven months, official data showed on Friday, as reopening of the border with mainland China and …
Turkmenistan: Bear trap
Turkmenistan’s dictatorial regime has over the decades prided itself in how it has preserved the nation’s sovereignty and steered clear of geopolitical tangles. But a rumor doing the rounds is once …
Dubai housing boom buoys buyers, burdens tenants
With rents soaring and properties selling fast, the expatriate hub of Dubai is in the throes of a housing boom bolstered by rich emigres.