Tag: Real Estate


  • Should I Invest in UK Property if the Economy Could Tank? Practical Guidance for 2025

    Should I Invest in UK Property if the Economy Could Tank? Practical Guidance for 2025

    Should you invest in UK property when the economy might tank? If you’re considering real estate in the United Kingdom amid economic uncertainty, you’re not alone. The question on many investors’ minds is whether property remains a credible long-term bet when growth looks fragile and interest rates remain a moving target. The short answer: yes,…

  • Tay Ying & Wu Sihan Nab Their First Home Within Minutes of Viewing: A Fast-Market Story

    Tay Ying & Wu Sihan Nab Their First Home Within Minutes of Viewing: A Fast-Market Story

    Introduction: A Rapid Home Purchase in a Hot Market When top celebrities make big-life decisions, the spotlight follows. Singaporean actress Tay Ying, 29, and celeb chef Wu SiHan (Wu Sihan) recently made headlines for purchasing their first home within minutes of viewing it. In a market known for speed and scarcity, their experience offers a…

  • Twelve Australian Celebrities Who Bought and Sold Property in 2025

    Twelve Australian Celebrities Who Bought and Sold Property in 2025

    Introduction: A Celebrity Year in Australian Real Estate In 2025, Australia’s celebrity circuit proved that real estate remains a high-stakes game. From multi-million dollar purchases in exclusive suburbs to notable sales that boosted a headline price, the year offered a rollercoaster for fans and investors alike. Here is a concise look at twelve well-known figures…

  • Toronto Hikes Luxury Land Transfer Tax: What Buyers Need to Know

    Toronto Hikes Luxury Land Transfer Tax: What Buyers Need to Know

    Overview: A New Land Transfer Tax on High-End Homes Toronto City Council has approved a measure to increase the Municipal Land Transfer Tax (MLTT) on residential property sales priced above $3 million. The move targets the luxury housing segment to generate additional revenue for city services without relying on a broader tax hike. Under the…

  • Suburbs Where Homeowners Sell at a Loss in 2024-25

    Suburbs Where Homeowners Sell at a Loss in 2024-25

    Why some suburbs stand out as loss-making for sellers While the overall market has improved for many home sellers, a subset of suburbs continues to see more owners exiting with a loss. The latest figures show that, though profits are possible in today’s market, location remains a decisive factor. In particular, high-density neighbourhoods often face…

  • Suburbs Where Homeowners Are Selling at a Loss: What This Means for Sellers

    Suburbs Where Homeowners Are Selling at a Loss: What This Means for Sellers

    Market Snapshot: Profitable Selling for Most, but Not All Across many markets, home sellers are increasingly likely to walk away with a profit, a dynamic not seen in two decades. Yet this broadly optimistic picture hides pockets of risk. In particular, a handful of high-density suburbs are seeing buyers and sellers navigate tougher conditions, where…

  • Suburbs Where Homeowners Sell at a Loss: Market Insight

    Suburbs Where Homeowners Sell at a Loss: Market Insight

    Understanding the Trend: Suburbs Where Homeowners Sell at a Loss New market data shows that while many sellers are still enjoying gains, a subset of high-density suburbs continues to see properties move at a loss. In the latest quarterly figures, about 4.5% of homes that change hands in certain dense neighborhoods end up selling for…

  • Philippine Banks Step Back from Real Estate Exposure as Market Volatility Wanes

    Philippine Banks Step Back from Real Estate Exposure as Market Volatility Wanes

    Overview: A Cooling Sentiment in Real Estate Financing Philippine banks and trust entities have dialed down their exposure to the volatile real estate sector, with total assets now allocating 19.54% to property-related risks as of end-September. This marks the lowest share in two quarters, according to fresh data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).…

  • Rockwell, Madrigals in Talks for ATC Facelift

    Rockwell, Madrigals in Talks for ATC Facelift

    A New Chapter for Alabang Town Center In a development that could reshape Manila’s southern retail landscape, Rockwell Land Corp., a unit of the Lopez-owned property group, is reportedly in negotiations with the Madrigal family to redevelop the Alabang Town Center (ATC) in Muntinlupa. While specifics remain confidential, sources familiar with the talks say the…

  • Windhoek Building Approvals Dip in November, Signals Slower Construction Momentum

    Windhoek Building Approvals Dip in November, Signals Slower Construction Momentum

    November Building Approvals in Windhoek Fall Short of October Windhoek’s construction activity showed signs of cooling in November as the City Council approved 153 building plans valued at N$123.9 million. This marks a decrease of 33 approvals compared with October, underscoring a softer month for development activity in the Namibian capital. The month-on-month drop in…