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Jan 13, 2009
Mistakes Sellers Make When Choosing a Real Estate Agent


Selling is like any other business, but often sellers make impulsive decisions that cost them time and money. Selecting the correct Realtor to sell a property and bargain the sale is the most imperative step in the process.

Some people believe in personnel friendships but remember acquaintance alone isn’t enough to establish a professional’s qualifications. Use strict standards when choose an agent, just as you would when consulting a doctor, or an accountant to handle your finances. A genuine friend will understand and welcome that this is a business deal and will offer their qualifications and expect a competition for the listing. further, if a problem or dispute develops while selling your house, would you like to risk harming a friendship or family relations?

Look at more than one alternative and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each. Making an impetuous decisions could be difficult to correct later.

A sudden decision  isn’t advisable. You need to establish if the agent is capable and the most excellent. The best  way to do this is to check up previous sales record. Check references on sales check up on references of past customers. Try to find out how an agent’s customers think about their selling experience.

Keep in mind that it is vital to know that how long a real estate firm is in business because experience and market position matters in this business. Lastly, ability to negotiate is an important skill in listing an agent.


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Nov 5, 2008
Business of Property in Dubai


 


For the global investors, Dubai has become the hottest place to invest in. Dubai is a land of promise with its Amazing developments and projects that have captured the attention of the investor world wide. To give impetus to this already building excitement was the implication of the May 2002 law that facilitated the Dubai property by foreigners.
There is approximately $901 billion that has been invested in the property of Dubai some of which are complete while others which are in its developing stages. With this kind of massive investments, the Dubai real estate market is beckoning investors far and wide. Dubai is the investor's paradise, here the investors are spoilt for choice, and Dubai offers the ideal environment to buy property. Here you can invest in towering buildings to beach villas to restaurants, you name it and you have it. Such is the lure of Dubai that it has attracted several star celebrities such as the soccer star David Beckham and his posh wife Victoria and also the likes of Rod Stewart and Michael Jackson.
It is untrue that only elite class can buy property in Dubai. In fact there are locals of the emirates who are increasingly buying property instead of paying exorbitant rent to the landlords. Due to the rise in real estate investment there has been a major increase in the number of real estate agents and dealers who are having a flourishing business.

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Jul 3, 2007
Planning to Invest in Dubai Investment Property? 3 Reasons to Back Your Decision

Dubai one of the seven Emirates that constitute United Arab Emirates (UAE) seeks today to move away from its traditional oil dependence to a more balanced one based on tourism and services. As a result, its economy has grown with more and more tourism resorts coming up to meet this aim. This article will list three reasons why you should invest in the Dubai today.

Firstly, Dubai as mentioned earlier is becoming a services hub and in particular a financial services hub, there is going to be an increase in the number of foreign professionals who are flocking there to work and with a high pay and tax free status over there, the average rental yields of properties there is above the average. Currently the single room studio apartments are doing the best in terms of rental since the expatriates that work in Dubai tend to be single individuals so this would be a great real estate investment tip to note if you intend to invest in Dubai.

Secondly, the cost of Dubai property relative to international standards is still very low and as a result the chance of a large capital appreciation increase is very high. Coupled with the bullish take on rentals as mentioned above, the prices of your real estate investment in Dubai will be set to soar in the next few months.

The reasoning cited by some real estate professionals is that when US and UK sourced money starts flowing into such properties, the value of the real estate will reach international standards and you would make a handsome profit from the capital appreciation.

Thirdly, there is currently a Disneyland attraction being built there and this would result in an increase in tourist visitors to Dubai. If your property is located near Disneyland, there is a chance that you will be able to rent out your property to people going there on holiday. As for problems with rental collections, most real estate companies double up as property mangers and developers so they will be able to handle most of the payment collections on your behalf.

In conclusion, Dubai represents one of the emerging markets where your investment dollar may make a lot more. Spending some time considering whether you want to investment in Dubai property may be worthwhile when considering the potential benefits involved.


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Apr 26, 2007
Dubai Properties – Paradise for Investors

Dubai is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. This location has been a hot market for luxurious properties in the past few years. Dubai is the most populated and second largest United Arab Emirates. Dubai has been seeing enormous construction and has attracted several real estate Investors.

One of the main sectors in which Dubai is quickly becoming a major service provider is finance. This has contributed to the property boom and many of these individuals are bearing in mind to investment in Dubai property. Rents have been going up recently. One of the best forms of investment in Dubai properties right now is single room apartments. And the reason is that these apartments are proving most lucrative for rental service providers due to the large number of expatriates working in Dubai.

While the cost of property in Dubai has been escalating, it is to be noted that compared to international standards the costs are still comparatively low. This means that any investment in Dubai property is a chance to rapidly increase capital appreciation by a big margin. Considering the bullish state of the real estate market, any investment in Dubai properties over the next few months or years will yield excellent results.

The increase in the demand of Dubai property for sale has forced the hike in price for properties in Dubai. With the announcement of new laws for property in Dubai, Dubai has able to magnetize many property investors around the globe.

Dubai Investment Fund has planned to expand the horizons of property investment across the following three branches of Dubai property market.

1- Commercial Property in Dubai

2- Industrial Property in Dubai

3- Residential Property in Dubai

The Dubai property prices have shown a significant upward trend during the last few years. There is a lot of profit on offer in Dubai property market, all one needs is the watchful study of Dubai property market.


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Jan 5, 2007
12 Tips for Buying Waterfront Real Estate

You probably already know this, but buying any land can be a significant
decision. But what you may not know is that there are a few twists that
come with purchasing a waterfront lot that make it very different from
buying a lot in any old subdivision. I've put together a few tips that you
should keep in mind when you're looking for the perfect waterfront
property.

Don't buy land without setting foot on it first. You should take the time to
look it over closely and inspect it yourself. Locate a copy of the site plan
so you can determine exactly where the property lines are.

Study the history of the land development for the area. Was the
development a friendly undertaking or was there a lot of controversy
from the community? What was on this land before?

Talk to the neighbors. Ask them what they think of the developer and the
area. Are they happy with how their house was built? Were the amenities
completed by the developer as promised? If they love living there, they'll
tell you - if they hate it, they'll tell you that too.

If you're looking at lakefront property, you need to determine if the lake is
constant level or not. If it's not a constant level lake, then the water levels
could change drastically.

Check to see if there are any flood plain restrictions. If you build or buy in
a flood zone you may have a tough time getting insurance.

Make sure the lot you're looking at will support a house of the size you
want.

Don't limit your search to a single waterfront development - no matter
how "in love" you are with it. If you're not familiar with other
developments, ask a local realtor for help.

Find our how the property will change in the different seasons or when
the weather conditions change. When was the last drought and what
happened to the water levels then?

If you're interested in building a boat house, make sure that there aren't
Restrictive Covenants preventing you from doing so. Many lake areas
limit the building of new boat houses and docks.

If you're planning on building, make sure that you will have access to
electricity, water, sewage and other utilities. Never assume that you can
just "hook up".

If the property is remote, make sure you know who is responsible for
maintaining the road. Many banks require a Road Maintenance
Agreement before they will lend on remote property.

Lastly, before you make the purchase offer, consider making it
conditional on an inspection of the land or on another specific item. For
example, if you don't have access to sewage lines, make the offer
conditional on your ability to obtain permits for a septic system. Plus, you
should always make your offer contingent on your ability to obtain
financing.

OK, armed with these tips, you should be ready to start your search for
the perfect waterfront lot. Remember, investing in waterfront real estate
requires common sense and due diligence, just like any other
investment. Go put these tips to work for you!



About the Author
Peni Gardner is a waterfront property expert and realtor that specializes in working with out of town buyers looking for Granbury Real Estate.

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UAE Property Rentals

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Aug 30, 2006
Residential Communities in Dubai

Al Barari

Including 16 different varieties of gardens this eco-friendly sustainable mixed-use development is another first for Dubai. Set in lakes, ponds and streams this is an exclusive protected community consisting of 330 4 and 5 bedroom villas in 14 million sq. ft. Distinct architectural styles, vast terraces and rooftop gardens.

Arabian Heights

Located in in Dubai Silicon Oasis, one of the world's leading centres of advanced electronic innovation, design and development. Past and present are combined to create a contemporary Arabesque design. 15 floor tower with approximately 440 apartments consisting of studios, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments.

Arabian Ranches

Arabian Ranches situated on the Emirates Road comprises of villas and town houses in three main areas Gazelle, Palmera and Savannah. Ian Baker-Finch and Nicklaus Design designed Arabian Ranches desert golf course. The 7,700-yard desert course has driving ranges, practice areas and a clubhouse. There are also retail services and riding trails with bridle path links to the golf resort.

Burj Dubai

Already famous for being the world's tallest building, once its completed, Burj Dubai takes sky living to a new level. Containing apartments, restaurants, a mall, recreation facilities, 4 swimming pools, a library, unique observation platform; all in your home.

Business Bay

A freehold business, commercial and residential district that will cover approximately 64 million square feet. Intended to become the region's business capital it will provide a conducive environment and infrastructure for businesses from around the world to set up their local, regional and international headquarters. It will also include The Executive Towers which will consist of 11 freehold residential towers, one luxury hotel tower, a two level shopping mall, clinics and health clubs. Studios, 1, 2, 3, 4 bedroom apartments, duplexes, penthouses, terrace and garden apartments.

City of Arabia

City of Arabia is a 20 million square foot development lying at the heart of Dubailand and serves as its gateway and main residential and retail centre. With business and administrative offices, schools and clinics, supported by luxury apartments, shops, galleries, restaurants and unique attractions, the City of Arabia will become a key destination and urban community within new Dubai.

Discovery Gardens - Cactus

This new community features studio and one bedroom apartments in Zen, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Cactus, Mogul and Mesoamerican courtyard gardens.

Discovery Gardens - Mediterranean

This new community features studio and one bedroom apartments in Zen, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Cactus, Mogul and Mesoamerican courtyard gardens.

Dubai Investment Park

DIP is a modern environmentally friendly mixed use industrial, business, residential and recreational development. It is 3,200 hectares in size and is located about nine kilometers inland from the Arabian Gulf. It has been designed to be a self contained city with diverse land usage and special features. It is a comprehensive, self-contained business zone, offering investors a range of quality state-of-the-art services and amenities for a wide variety of purposes such as manufacturing, office, housing, research, distribution, logistics and academic purposes.

Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina offers apartments and villas. The Marina is approximately 3.5 km long with 11 km marine frontage from Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) to the Sheraton Jumeirah. It spans an area of 30 million square feet, comprising 10 districts. The Marina is built around a waterside promenade, parks and boat-berthing facilities with shopping outlets, restaurants, cafes, day care centres, spa and fitness clubs, cinema, business centre and secure underground parking. Other facilities include high-speed Internet access, closed-circuit television, and digital and satellite television.

Dubai Pearl

Sitting at the foot of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Pearl is the perfect position for business, living and leisure. Surrounded by Dubai’s dynamic Technology and Media Free Zone, renowned for its innovation, opportunity and prosperity. Dubai Pearl is also home to TechnoSpace, a venue that presents a platform for brands from within the technology industries to showcase their products and services.

Dubai Sports City

Dubai Sports City is part of the overall 2.5 billion square feet Dubailand project, which has been promoted by the Dubai Development and Investment Authority (DDIA), and is being developed and managed by a dedicated group arm, the Dubai Tourism Development Company. The Dubai Sports City is a cornerstone project among the 40 major projects that are being developed by private promoters in Dubailand, which with its many facets, is designed to position Dubai as a leisure, sporting, tourism and entertainment capital of the region.

More Residential Communities:

Emirates Hills
Fairways at the Views
Falcon City
Gazelle
Green Community
Greens
Greens West
Hattan
IMPZ
International City
Jumeirah Beach Residence
Jumeirah Islands
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Jumeirah Village
Meadows
Old Town
Silicon Oasis
Springs
Tecom
The Lagoons
The Links
The Old Town Island
The Palm, Deira
The Palm, Jebel Ali
The Palm, Jumeirah
The Parklands
The Views
The World
Victory Heights

Taken from http://www.bhomes.com/key-communities.aspx?page=key

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