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Propertyfinder.ae Real Estate Report Q1
Audio: A look at the key trends in the real estate market for the first quarter of 2013. Phil Blizzard talks to Bharat Kumar, Marketing Director, Propertyfinder.ae on the day they publish the first report for the year 2013. Listen to discover what is happening to both the rental and sellers markets in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Small growth in 2013 for Abu Dhabi real estate sector
Audio: Craig Plum, Head of Research, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA talking to Phil Blizzard in this edition of Property Talk provides an overview of the expected trends in Abu Dhabi, during 2013, for the residential, commercial and hospitality sectors. 'A Tale of Two Cities' is the theme adopted by Jones Lang LaSalle for their outlook on the UAE property market during 2013.
Dubai real estate market can expect a broader based recovery
Audio: The top trends for the Dubai real estate sector are highlighted by Craig Plum, Head of Research, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA in this edition of Property Talk. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he talks about the proposed mortgage cap and the prospects in 2013 for all sectors of the real estate market.
Property Talk - 2012 review of Abu Dhabi real estate sector
Audio: A review of the 2012 Abu Dhabi property with Gurjit Singh, COO, Surouh who talks to Phil Blizzard about the de-cantering of various asset classes, the impact of the rent cap and end users moving from old to new stock. He highlights some of their key achievements during 2012, including The Gate Towers, Reem Island and the growth of their retail brands. He also talks about the importance to the residential sector of the on-going major projects across the UAE capital.
Property Talk - strong GCC investor interest in London
Audio: Strong demand from GCC investors is seeing properties move 'off the shelf' quickly in the ultra-prime locations of London, such as Knighstbridge, Kensington and Chelsea, with selling prices in the region of ten million dirhams for a 2 bedroom apartment. Paul Preston, Director & Head of Middle East, IP Global joins Phil Blizzard in this edition of Property Talk for an overview of the London Market, which also includes lower entry level investments south of the River Thames.
Abu Dhabi's TDIC 'lease to own' investments on Saadiyat Island
Audio: Property Talk looks at the residential developments from Abu Dhabi's Tourism Development & Investment Company and what they have delivered on Saadiyat Island. Phil Blizzard talks to Ahmed Al Fahim, Executive Director of Marketing, TDIC about the properties they have handed over, the investment opportunities, including their lease to own, and where investors are coming from.
Damac welcomes the return of a buoyant Cityscape Global
Audio: "This is the Cityscape we have been waiting for" Niall McLouglin, Senior VP, Damac Holdings Co. LLC tells Phil Blizzard as the 11th edition of the region's premiere real estate event enters it final day. He talks about the seriousness of investors, in what he describes as a 'safer market' and Damac's change in strategy - serviced luxury apartments, of which they have 4,000 coming on stream.
Meydan developments announced at Cityscape Global
The announcements of new developments by the Meydan Group opened the 11th Edition of Cityscape Global at the Dubai World Trade Centre, which is said to be 50% bigger than last year. Reporting from real estate exhibition Phil Blizzard talks to analysts and developers about the state of the UAE real estate market.
The Address The BLVD launced by Emaar
Audio: Property Talk looks at the new hotel to be developed by Emaar in the Downtown Burj Khalifa distirct in Dubai. Phil Blizzard talks to Arif Amiri, CEO, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Retail and Head of Sales, about the key aspect of the 200 room hotel and its 542 serviced residences, along with the investment opportunities the development will offer.
Tamweer President says positive trend in Dubai Real Estate to continue
Property Talk with Federico Tauber, President, Tameer continues as he talks to Phil Blizzard about the development of Princess Tower, the world's tallest residential building, as well the investor market. He also states his outlook for the real estate market over through to the end of 2013.
Princess Tower, Dubai Marina delivered as world's tallest residential building
Audio: Property Talk comes from the world's tallest residential building, the Princess Tower, Dubai Marina which stands at 414m. Phil Blizzard talks to Federico Tauber, President, Tameer, developer of the tower about the real estate market in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi and what he sees as the hot locations - Downtown Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina. He also expresses his views on the state of the commercial sector and in this part provides an overview of the Princess Tower.
Positive growth in Dubai property market during H1 2012
Listen to this report to see if rent in yur area is increasing. The residential property market in Dubai turned a corner during H1 2012 with rents in some areas increasing by up to 13%, according to a recent report from Asteco. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco to get an insight into the key performing areas in both the residential and commercial sectors.
Abu Dhabi rental rates decline in 2012 H1
Audio: Property Talk and an overview of the performance of the Abu Dhabi real estate market during the first half of the year. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco about increased supply of both residential and commercial property and the impact on rental rates, with the introduction into the market of 7,400 apartments and 1,675 villas in the first half of 2012.
Residential and commercial rents increase in some Dubai locations
Property Talk with Phil Blizzard looking at the Dubai real estate market, which according to Steve Morgan, Head of Cluttons, UAE saw an upturn in both freehold and leasing prices, in certain sectors. He also talks about the opportunities for the sensible buyer and investor, the impact of the Arab Spring on the commercial sector and the lack of International Grade A commercial properties.
The Galleria, Sowwah Square in Abu Dhabi's new Central Business District
Audio: The Galleria, Sowwah Square in the heart of Abu Dhabi's Central Business District will be the Capital's luxury lifestyle destination when it opens in 2013. Phil Blizzard talks to Kenneth A Himmel, President & CEO, Related about their venture with Mubadala Real Estate & Hospitality and what this world class retail destination will feature.
