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Stamp duty increase set to slow down property sales in Hong Kong
An increase in stamp duty rates in Hong Kong is expected to drag down the number of residential sales but prices should remain steady due to strong end-user demand and a robust primary market. Overall the property market remained active in October with sales volumes reaching 6,601 units, doubling the level of a year ago, […] The post Stamp duty increase set to slow down property sales in Hong Kong appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
UK property markets likely to see slower growth in 2017, says latest predictions
UK property markets are set to see slower growth in 2017 but will still be regarded as a safe investment despite Brexit and political uncertainty as a whole in Europe, according to the latest forecast report. Average UK house prices are expected to remain stagnant in 2017, before rising by 2% in 2018 and 5.5% […] The post UK property markets likely to see slower growth in 2017, says latest predictions appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
Warnings emerging in Spain over another boom and bust property bubble
While the property recovery is well underway in Spain a warning has been issued that another housing bubble could be on the horizon between 2018 and 2020. According to a leading economist the risk factor is that the real estate market could be seen as too good an investment and demand could push up prices. […] The post Warnings emerging in Spain over another boom and bust property bubble appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →