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Margaux Real Estate Investment Trust has marked a milestone by listing on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ALFA.UN. The trust focuses on self-storage facilities, boosting its standing with sites in Cowansville, Roxton Pond, and Drummondville, Quebec. These locations offer a variety of storage solutions, from units to parking spaces. The Drummondville site currently […]

Elchonon “Elie” Schwartz, the head of a New York real estate investment firm, has been sentenced to 87 months in prison due to his involvement in a $60 million fraud scheme that affected investors in Atlanta and Miami. Additionally, he has been ordered to repay over $45 million after deceiving investors through the crowdfunding platform

United Trust Bank (UTB) has facilitated a £345,000 second-charge regulated bridging loan, enabling the purchase and renovation of a holiday let property. This financial arrangement allowed the owners to acquire a £312,000 property in a prime coastal town in the southwest UK, with additional funds earmarked for refurbishments to transform it into a profitable holiday

Bali’s real estate scene is undergoing a rapid transformation, with branded residences taking center stage in the luxury market by 2025. Historically characterized by boutique projects, the island now draws attention from major players like Mandarin Oriental, Anantara, and Aman, who are launching new developments. This shift reflects a change in investor preferences towards properties

Industry veterans Tony Morris and Sally Lawson have initiated a program aimed at enhancing the success of estate and letting agents. Known as ‘Agency Titans,’ this initiative focuses on improving market appraisals, increasing conversion rates, and expanding service offerings for agencies throughout the UK. The program commenced with a four-day bootcamp in Telford, attracting 30

In 2024, investment in the Irish property market increased to €28.7 billion, marking a 13% boost from 2023, following a period where investments decreased by 6% compared to the previous year. The most notable growth was seen in the residential sector, which accounted for 84% of total investments, amounting to €24.2 billion. This surge was

The build-to-rent (BTR) sector is gaining momentum in the UK, presenting a new avenue for property investment in a market traditionally dominated by individual landlords. This sector is distinguished by large-scale developments that are specifically designed and managed for renters by institutional investors and development firms, contrasting with the traditional buy-to-let properties owned by private

MA Financial Group is nearing a significant deal to acquire IP Generation, valued at $2 billion, marking a major expansion for the $1.3 billion company. IP Generation boasts a rich portfolio of shopping centers, including notable sites like David Jones’ famous Melbourne CBD location and Merimbula Square on the New South Wales south coast. This

Discover how to boost your property investment success with a free rental yield calculator from Property Investments UK. This tool simplifies yield calculations for both newbies and experienced landlords. By determining potential returns in percentage terms, investors gain an easy way to assess property performance, much like comparing it to saving account interest rates. Rental

As June 30 approaches, it is advisable for commercial property investors to make strategic adjustments to their tax strategies to enhance returns. One effective approach is to prepay expenses such as loan interest and insurance premiums, which can immediately reduce taxable income. Maintaining detailed tax depreciation schedules, particularly for older properties, helps ensure that no