real estate news 2018 Archives

Will 2022 be the year to invest in UK property?

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 12/09/2025

Will 2022 be the year to invest in UK property?

The UK is one of the world’s most popular countries in which to invest in residential property. It’s not surprising.

According to a report by DLA Piper, the law firm, which was published at the end of 2020, the UK continued to be an attractive country when it came to investing in the sector. In its survey of 500 high net worth investors and asset managers, one third said it was planning to invest in UK bricks and mortar, while those whose headquarters are in China and the USA rated

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Looking after our buyers – it’s our USP

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 03/09/2025

Sue Fraser, our Operations Director, reveals what we at Prosperity do to help you navigate the waters of the property buying process

Whether you are a first-time buyer securing a home to live in or an investor with a portfolio of buy-to-let properties, the property-buying process can be stressful.

We understand that completely, which is why our team of experts is always on hand to guide everyone who is investing their hard-earned money with Prosperity. Our many years of experience means our qualified team are able and willing to make the process as enjoyable an experience as possible.

More importantly,

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Here’s Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Invest in Off-Plan Property

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 03/08/2025

Throughout history, the property market has found ways to remain resilient in times of turmoil – and it is possible that now could be a good time to negotiate a better deal on an off-plan property.

Unlike other sectors of the UK economy, the housing market has historically proven to be consistently stable in the long term. This is because housing is a physical asset which has demonstrated growth in value over a number of years.

Though buy-to-let mortgages are currently quite difficult to navigate, and the value of the pound is becoming uncertain, property – more than any other

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The Rising Demand For City Center Houses in the North West

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 25/08/2024

With the current economic boom the housing market is seeing, many are looking to move closer to city centers outside of London. With the capital still showing property values far above the rest of the UK, there are many benefits to moving to different areas.

Cities in the North-West like Liverpool and Manchester are considered the best places to buy property due to their vibrant culture, growing economies and array of job opportunities. This has seen houses in city centers become prime real estate.

Compared to other kinds of properties like flats and apartments, properties like Townhouses or Duplexes offer

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Block 216 to Open in Downtown Portland on August 15

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 20/06/2023

Published: Jun. 20, 2023 at 6:00 AM CDT|Updated: 2 hours ago

BPM Real Estate Group to make the single largest affordable housing investment in Portland’s history

Block 216 closes on additional financing to secure funding through completion

PORTLAND, Ore., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — BPM Real Estate Group announced the August 15, 2023 opening of Block 216, the 35-story mixed-use tower located in Portland’s Central Business District. Residential condominium sale closings will be scheduled for new owners of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Portland beginning on opening day. The debut of The Ritz-Carlton, Portland the hotel will

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Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (OTCMKTS:BOWFF) Stock Price Crosses Above Fifty Day Moving Average of $43.71

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 08/06/2023

Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (OTCMKTS:BOWFF – Get Rating) shares crossed above its 50-day moving average during trading on Wednesday . The stock has a 50-day moving average of $43.71 and trades as high as $45.76. Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust shares last traded at $45.71, with a volume of 300 shares trading hands.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Several equity research analysts recently commented on BOWFF shares. CIBC lifted their price objective on Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust from C$56.00 to C$64.00 in a report on Monday, February 27th. Scotiabank lifted their price target on shares of Boardwalk Real Estate

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Asbestos Cement: A Guide for Homeowners

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 03/06/2023

How Dangerous Is It?

The inherent danger of asbestos cement lies in the asbestos fibers that it contains. When these fibers are inhaled, they can cause serious health problems. The risk arises when the cement material is disturbed or damaged, causing the asbestos fibers to become airborne.

Asbestos is a known carcinogen and can lead to diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease that causes shortness of breath, coughing and permanent lung damage. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that most commonly affects the lining of the lungs and abdomen.

However, it’s

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Buyers of Trump-developed condominiums haven’t done so well, the new report says

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 27/05/2023

Whether self-proclaimed real estate “mogul” Donald Trump is actually the tycoon he proclaimed to be is up for debate. But according to a new report, people who have purchased apartments in Trump-developed condominiums haven’t done so well, at least not in the last few years when prices have skyrocketed.

A look by Realtor.com at transactions in the properties that carry the former president’s brand found the numbers to be decidedly underwhelming. Prices for the apartments in his buildings “have either declined or appreciated at a slower pace than the local markets they’re in,” according to the official listing site of

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