The investment hotspot because of its booming population and enhanced infrastructure under a number of redevelopment plans. West Ham is no exception, attracting buyers and tenants with its natural beauty and rising investment potential.

All levels of Singaporean society put a high value on attaining the best education possible. As investors we are particularly interested in areas that have a long history and tradition of academic excellence. Cambridge with its world-class university is one of the very best examples of this and is therefore, becoming a focus for property …

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Stability. Reliability. Return. These are words every investor wants to hear when considering investing in a new property purchase, and as a nation famous for displaying these qualities, Switzerland is definitely an enticing prospect. The Swiss Alps are, of course, uniquely famous for world-class winter sports, summer hiking and the snow-capped beauty of its mountain …

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The smoke and clamour of the old docks, factories and riverside warehouses may be long gone, but Bermondsey still retains a distinct air of Dickensian energy and enterprise. It’s a vibe that can be detected in the wonderful artisan food shops that line Bermondsey Street and the wonder experienced when walking into one of the area’s many art and design galleries.

Residence and employment are key factors when Hong Kongers consider UK emigration. Moving to central London maybe an option for better job opportunities and transportation. The housing cost, however, is relatively high for new emigrants. Whitechapel maybe a wise alternative because of its prime location and the employment opportunity associated with redevelopment plan.

Demand for residential property in London remains strong and as we move into the Autumn, we are seeing transaction levels increasing at what is always a busy time of year for the domestic property market. UK homebuyers are still driven by the need for more space (to work from home but also as they seek …

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The UK is always the most talked-about emigration destination of Hong Kongers. Over 45,000 British National (Overseas) (BNO) visas have been approved for Hong Kong holders since the launch of the scheme early this year, according to the United Kingdom’s Home Office.

The June 30 Stamp Duty deadline created something of a mini feeding frenzy as buyers rushed to complete on their property purchases, but as the dust has now settled, we can look ahead to the autumn months with a sense of realism and clarity.  Typical of the holiday season, there has been a recent decrease …

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The British Leave Outside the Rules (LOTR) entry period expired in July, and Hong Kong’s emigration wave this year also peaked. There were crowds at the airport, and scenes of families in tears embracing and sending off their loved ones could be seen everywhere. Emigration has become the most pressing issue for Hong Kong people, but you need a detailed plan whether you choose to go or stay.

At the end of June we saw the deadline for the government’s Stamp Duty holiday which is now being tapered down until it is phased out completely at the end of September.   And I am sure many homebuyers are wondering what effect this will have on the London property market.  But this is just one …

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London’s reputation as a safe haven for property investment is well known. But recent news from the Halifax Index that in March, a year on from the start of the first national lockdown, UK house prices were up 6.5%, the first house price rise in a recession in modern history, was staggering! Our own statistics echo …

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Many parts of London seek to dazzle, seduce and occasionally exceed expectations but Mayfair trumps them all. Prestige and affluence are thoroughly ingrained into the DNA of this City of Westminster neighbourhood, which has symbolised blue-chip excellence for over two centuries. A pristine pocket of red brick elegance, punctuated by gorgeous garden squares and elegant …

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