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Tenant demand in the commercial property sector fells most notably in London
Demand fell in the commercial property sector with seven percent more chartered surveyors reporting a fall than a rise in tenant demand in the second quarter, down from a positive six percent – the first negative reading since the first quarter of 2009. Tenant demand for offices declined across all regions with London seeing the biggest fall in sentiment. 38 percent more chartered surveyors reported a fall than a rise in office demand from a posi... [more]
Strong link between financial control and self esteem
Happiness, wellbeing and overall self esteem are influenced by our sense of financial control and not by what we earn, according to a study published today by Aviva. Aviva’s Feel-Good Insight Study, produced in conjunction with a leading psychologist at City University, London, indicates a strong link between financial behaviour and self esteem - but proves money doesn’t buy happiness. In short, those with sensible financial plans in place are... [more]
Credit crunch leads to a decline in saving for retirement
According to the sixth annual Scottish Widows UK Pensions Report, the long term effects of the downturn on pensions savings has been realised. While saving for retirement has slowly been on the rise in recent years, the latest Report reveals that pensions savings have seen a dramatic drop since last year and are in fact at the lowest level since 2006. Those saving adequately have decreased by 6% since last year down to 48% and a fifth (21%) of pe... [more]
Low fixed-rate mortgage deals are unlikely to benefit first time buyers
Lenders have been under increasing pressure to cut their rates because the Bank of England has kept the base rate at a record low of just 0.5 per cent since March 2009. With the base rate expected to once again be held at 0.5%, all signs point towards improved affordability for those wishing to buy a property. The latest Bank of England figures show increased competition in the mortgage market, with fixed rates now at their lowest level since ... [more]
Mortgage lenders are competing for a reducing amount of business
Since the Bank base rate hit 0.50% nearly fifteen months ago, many existing borrowers have seen their interest rate fall and a wise move would have been to overpay their mortgage with any gains. Some borrowers are doing more by off-loading their savings pot into their mortgage as well. Mortgage rates are being cut, lending criteria is steadily being loosened and product availability is improving. It appears to be a perfect platform to host a r... [more]
Philippine Real Estate Festival 2010
There is a growing demand for real estate locally which is expected to sustain the property industry, with developers catering to all socio-economic classes of home buyers. These developers, together with corporate executives and diplomats from the international community, have agreed to speak and share their knowhow in real estate infrastructure development at the Philippine Real Estate ...
Real Estate News: Home Prices Rise, But Expectations Fall
Here is a look at real-estate news in today's WSJ:
Temasek, IMDI Form $200 Million Venture to Invest in Real Estate in Mexico
Temasek Holdings Pte , Singapore’s state-owned investment company, said it formed a joint venture with Impulsora Mexicana de Desarrollos Inmobiliarios to invest in land and real estate in Mexico.
Outlook for Corpus Christi Economy and Real Estate Market Remains Stable
The outlook for Corpus Christi, Texas’ economy is as stable and positive as ever, with a growing labor force and major projects in the works. Leading real estate firm Green Door Real Estate reports that this has strengthened the housing market as well.
False Recovery in Commercial Real Estate?
Via Pension Pulse. Daniel Thomas of the FT reports, CBRE upbeat on global recovery : CB Richard Ellis, the world’s largest real estate consultancy, has reported the strongest growth in revenue and earnings since 2007 as it has benefited from the global recovery in commercial property activity. CBRE, whose main business is advising on the acquisition and leasing of commercial property around ...
Pritzkers invest in East Coast buildings
Pritzker Realty Group, the Chicago-based real estate firm affiliated with the wealthy Pritzker family, formed a joint venture with the Bozzuto Group to invest in apartment buildings on the East Coast.
Angelo, Gordon Wins $100 Million Oregon Investment for Asian Property Fund
Angelo, Gordon & Co., the manager of $23 billion of investments in fixed income, real estate, buyout and hedge funds, won a $100 million pledge from Oregon’s state pension for an Asian property fund.
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Invest in Others Charitable Foundation Donates $30,000 to Pine Street Inn Through Second Annual 5K Run/Walk in Boston
The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation, Inc., a public charity that supports the philanthropic and volunteer efforts of financial advisors across the country, today announced it has contributed $30,000 to Pine Street Inn through its Second Annual 5K Run/Walk event in Boston on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Â Founded and based in Boston, Pine Street Inn is a charity committed to ending ...
