http://www.globaledge.co.uk en-gb Thu, 09 September 2010 08:37:28 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-property-market-hit-by-wave-of-good-41392 If you believed all you read about house prices in the British media during the summer, you could be forgiven for thinking the UK housing market was on its knees. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-property-market-hit-by-wave-of-good-41392 Wed, 08 September 2010 11:56:28 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/scandinavia-tops-european-property-mark-41376 Finland and Norway are the two of the best performing property markets in Europe according to data published by Global Property Guide. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/scandinavia-tops-european-property-mark-41376 Mon, 06 September 2010 11:52:32 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fractional-summit-round-up-41377 Fractional Life's first foray into the US market was an overwhelming success according to the organisers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fractional-summit-round-up-41377 Mon, 06 September 2010 09:45:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-estate-agent-gives-up-job-to-become-41235 A 25-year-old estate agent has given up selling property in London to compete for gold at the 2012 Olympics Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-estate-agent-gives-up-job-to-become-41235 Thu, 02 September 2010 10:24:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-1-defaulting-buyer-0-41234 If you believe all you read in the media, unscrupulous agents and property developers that renege of their development promises are almost entirely to blame for the misfortunes of overseas property buyers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-1-defaulting-buyer-0-41234 Thu, 02 September 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-exhibition-to-only-allow-qu-41217 UK media company, Premier Exhibitions is to brand its forthcoming Manchester show as an ethical event by restricting participation to “quality companies”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-exhibition-to-only-allow-qu-41217 Wed, 01 September 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/petition-launched-against-mri-41173 A petition has been launched against Macanthony Realty International (MRI), formerly the largest overseas property company in Europe, according to reports in Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/petition-launched-against-mri-41173 Tue, 31 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-tv-ads-could-raise-the-cost-of-e-41137 Although supported by the majority of UK agents, Zoopla's multi-million pound advertising push may not be the best interests of the industry.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-tv-ads-could-raise-the-cost-of-e-41137 Thu, 26 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investors-to-sue-overseas-property-jour-41119 Investors in Ireland are considering taking legal action against a number of property journalists for misleading them into purchasing developments that failed to deliver.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investors-to-sue-overseas-property-jour-41119 Wed, 25 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-abused-as-consumers-hit-out-at-wr-41104 Agents in the US are facing unreasonable demands and in some cases are being verbally abused as consumers seem content on shooting the messenger.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-abused-as-consumers-hit-out-at-wr-41104 Tue, 24 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-to-get-lucky-choosing-a-overseas-buy-41096 In the UK buyer market, lots of people simply got lucky by being in the right place at the right time but is there more to chosing a market that just luck? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-to-get-lucky-choosing-a-overseas-buy-41096 Mon, 23 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sing-a-song-for-estate-agents-41075 This is possibly the world's first real estate musical. Attractive women singing about estate agents who have spikey hair and wear too much gel.... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sing-a-song-for-estate-agents-41075 Thu, 19 August 2010 11:59:46 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/banks-shafting-an-agent-near-you-41073 If you think the market you’re working in is tough, spare a thought for the hard working agents on Spain’s costas. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/banks-shafting-an-agent-near-you-41073 Thu, 19 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/credit-crunch-winners-and-losers-41059 Rightmove Overseas has published insightful statistics on how the British buyer market for overseas property has been transformed by the credit crunch. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/credit-crunch-winners-and-losers-41059 Wed, 18 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-wanted-by-police-41041 A Scottish property developer selling projects in Turkey is wanted by Spanish police for allegedly disappearing with almost £1 million of investors’ money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-wanted-by-police-41041 Tue, 17 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/survey-warning-to-developers-of-golf-pro-41016 A survey of US property buyers by a leading resort consultancy group suggests that some developers may be blindly investing in golf facilities despite the sport not being a “primary driver” of second home demand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/survey-warning-to-developers-of-golf-pro-41016 Mon, 16 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-could-face-financing-is-40953 Overseas property investors in a number of high-profile projcts face potential financing issues as official title deeds won't be available for their developments. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-could-face-financing-is-40953 Thu, 05 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/has-the-world-gone-mad-40938 A developer is planning to inject $54 million into what is arguably one of the biggest white elephant projects in the history of residential property development.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/has-the-world-gone-mad-40938 Wed, 04 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-merger-creates-largest-real-esate-as-40919 The Realtor Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches (RAMB) and the Realtor Association of Miami-Dade County (RAMDC) plan to merge to create a new organisation with more than 23,000 realtor members. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-merger-creates-largest-real-esate-as-40919 Tue, 03 August 2010 11:49:30 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-buy-to-let-gurus-latest-forecast-40922 He may be splashing out £60m to help develop a chic west London hotel with a butterfly house in the reception, but Andreas Panayiotou still has an eye on the buy-to-let market that was the foundation of his fortune. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-buy-to-let-gurus-latest-forecast-40922 Tue, 03 August 2010 10:18:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-agent-struck-off-40918 The acting director of a UK-based overseas property company has been handed a 13-year ban for taking “reservation fees” on a development he had no right to promote. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-agent-struck-off-40918 Tue, 03 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-this-the-future-of-overseas-property-40897 Fractional ownership has so far failed to make the impact on overseas property sales that many predicted but this product could help change that.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-this-the-future-of-overseas-property-40897 Mon, 02 August 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-ryanair-to-cut-murcia-flights-40846 Budget airline Ryanair is set to cut 7 out of its 9 flights currently servicing San Javier Airport in Murcia, reports Kyero.com. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-ryanair-to-cut-murcia-flights-40846 Thu, 29 July 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-consumers-give-property-market-kiss-40844 The overwhelming majority of people in the UK are now positive about the outlook for property prices. They are wrong. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-consumers-give-property-market-kiss-40844 Thu, 29 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rip-off-merchants-target-overseas-prope-40797 A number of companies are targeting overseas property agents with an offer that sounds convincing but on closer examination is a complete waste of money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rip-off-merchants-target-overseas-prope-40797 Wed, 28 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-contradicts-russian-buyer-ster-40737 In 2010, the stereotype of Russian buyers turning up and buying developments with paper bags full of cash is misplaced, according to a new report. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-contradicts-russian-buyer-ster-40737 Tue, 27 July 2010 11:48:36 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beijing-to-make-locals-speak-english-40741 Authorities in Beijing are planning to make most residents, includgin hairdressers to policemen, learn English in an effort to convert the Chinese capital into a "world city". Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beijing-to-make-locals-speak-english-40741 Tue, 27 July 2010 10:54:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/surprise-no-1-latin-american-tourist-des-40739 Great beaches and cheap second homes have helped Uraguay to become the top tourism destination in Latin America according to a report by Latin Business Chronicle. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/surprise-no-1-latin-american-tourist-des-40739 Tue, 27 July 2010 10:32:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-agent-jailed-in-dubai-for-bounci-40725 The high-flying overseas property agent who bought the “Britain” island in Dubai’s the World project is facing a seven year jail sentence for writing bad checks. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-agent-jailed-in-dubai-for-bounci-40725 Mon, 26 July 2010 11:35:16 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-property-prices-begin-to-stablise-40727 Figures from the Federation Nationale de l'Immobiliers (FNAIM) indicate the French property market could be stabilising. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-property-prices-begin-to-stablise-40727 Mon, 26 July 2010 09:59:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-108000-builders-fold-40728 Spain’s Fundación Colegio Libre de Eméritos Universitarios has released some startling figures on the extent of the crisis faced by Spanish builders since the market crashed in 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-108000-builders-fold-40728 Mon, 26 July 2010 09:49:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-google-will-win-the-war-it-is-not-ev-40665 After a year in operation, Google real estate has not made the impace many predicted but that doesn't mean it won't win in the long term argues Peter Ricci. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-google-will-win-the-war-it-is-not-ev-40665 Thu, 22 July 2010 10:57:16 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-squeezing-agent-commission-40669 Spanish banks are holding back the property market by not incentivising agents to sell their properties. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-squeezing-agent-commission-40669 Thu, 22 July 2010 10:24:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/eight-agents-in-hospital-after-motivati-40630 A "motivation day" organized by one of Italy's biggest real estate agencies ended in debacle as eight staff had to be treated in hospital after walking on a bed of hot coals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/eight-agents-in-hospital-after-motivati-40630 Thu, 22 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/what-agents-can-learn-from-google-s-fa-40666 One year after its first foray into the property market, Google real estate has not made the impact many predicted but there is a valuable lesson agents can take from its experience. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/what-agents-can-learn-from-google-s-fa-40666 Thu, 22 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/intermark-savills-knight-frank-to-spe-40631 Igor Indriksons, the head of the international property investment at Intermark Savills will join Elena Yurgeneva from Knight Frank Russia on the speaker programme for Russian Summit to be held on 11th & 12th November in Moscow. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/intermark-savills-knight-frank-to-spe-40631 Wed, 21 July 2010 03:55:10 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-vendors-start-to-drop-their-price-40442 According to a report by Spanish portal Idealista.com, 30% more vendors reduced their prices in June than in the same period in 2009. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-vendors-start-to-drop-their-price-40442 Tue, 20 July 2010 11:46:46 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/will-aipp-raise-the-bar-40439 The AIPP is planning to toughen up its complaints process but expelling people is dealing with symptoms not causes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/will-aipp-raise-the-bar-40439 Tue, 20 July 2010 11:41:33 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/large-overseas-developer-in-administrati-40438 A UK-based developer with projects in Bulgaria, Turkey, Slovakia, Northern Cyprus, Ukraine and Indonesia has gone into administration. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/large-overseas-developer-in-administrati-40438 Tue, 20 July 2010 10:30:15 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-service-to-list-agents-on-world-s-t-40418 A new marketing tool has been launched that helps agents and developers list on portals which are either the number one or number two player in important markets across the globe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-service-to-list-agents-on-world-s-t-40418 Mon, 19 July 2010 11:42:40 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/autumn-event-season-gets-russian-spice-40315 This autumn’s event season sees the launch of a new business-to-business event aimed at agents and developers keen to explore opportunities in the Russian buyer market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/autumn-event-season-gets-russian-spice-40315 Thu, 15 July 2010 11:40:19 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/addressing-bonkers-spanish-house-pric-40288 Spanish overseas property portal, Kyero.com has published a new report which aims to provide a more accurate picture of the Spanish property market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/addressing-bonkers-spanish-house-pric-40288 Wed, 14 July 2010 11:49:14 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ryanair-cuts-european-flights-40289 Shortly after announcing cuts to its UK winter flight schedule, Ryanair has announced a 15% cut in winter flights leaving Ireland. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ryanair-cuts-european-flights-40289 Wed, 14 July 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-bbc-to-make-property-porn-40290 The BBC is set to launch a competitor to Channel 4's Grand Designs, according to the Primelocation blog. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-bbc-to-make-property-porn-40290 Wed, 14 July 2010 10:31:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/test-40253 Test Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/test-40253 Tue, 13 July 2010 11:58:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-portals-new-results-40261 Rightmove remains in top spot in our regular analysis of the most-visible English-language overseas property portals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-portals-new-results-40261 Tue, 13 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-real-estate-fails-to-make-an-imp-40243 A year after its launch in Australia, Google real estate has failed to make a significant market impact, according to Simon Baker, the former CEO of Australia’s largest property portal. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-real-estate-fails-to-make-an-imp-40243 Mon, 12 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/are-timewasters-the-new-overseas-prope-40182 Just before things got really bad for the overseas property market in July 2008, Global edge profiled four customer segments who were active in the market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/are-timewasters-the-new-overseas-prope-40182 Thu, 08 July 2010 11:49:55 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-zapatero-rejects-mugabe-land-gab-40179 The Spanish prime minister is angered in a European parliamentary debate after MEP Marta Andreason compares the controversial Spanish "land grab" laws to the actions of President Mugabe in Zimbabwe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-zapatero-rejects-mugabe-land-gab-40179 Thu, 08 July 2010 11:12:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/football-mavericks-back-us-property-mar-40171 Two prominent overseas property personalities with connections to English football clubs are undertaking significant investment in the US property market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/football-mavericks-back-us-property-mar-40171 Wed, 07 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/supermarket-gets-personal-in-battle-wit-40160 iSold, the cut-price estate agency chain backed by Tesco, the UK’s largest supermarket chain, has come up with an innovative marketing strategy to steal market share from its traditional rivals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/supermarket-gets-personal-in-battle-wit-40160 Tue, 06 July 2010 11:41:52 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-to-bombard-twitter-with-property-40116 CFP software, the UK’s market leading provider of estate agency software, is to allow its members to automatically feed properties to social networks in a move that could be counter-productive for the industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-to-bombard-twitter-with-property-40116 Mon, 05 July 2010 11:06:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-property-sector-rethinks-costs-40118 Owners of properties in the freehold areas of Dubai could be hit by major maintenance charges which should have been identified prior to purchase, according to the property management arm of a leading real estate developer. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-property-sector-rethinks-costs-40118 Mon, 05 July 2010 10:50:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-government-guarantee-given-to-4-40099 A total of 40 projects have been shortlisted for the first phase of the Dubai Land Department's initiative to offer developers and investors a 'government guarantee'. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-government-guarantee-given-to-4-40099 Thu, 01 July 2010 11:05:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-owner-hits-media-jackpot-as-russ-40096 An overseas property portal owner found himself in the middle of a global media frenzy this week due to a his connection with a woman one tabloid newspaper dubbed “a sexy femme fatale wifi spy”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-owner-hits-media-jackpot-as-russ-40096 Thu, 01 July 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/foreign-ownership-ban-should-help-clean-40072 Plans by the Brazilian authorities to ban foreign ownership of agricultural land should help clean up unethical practice in the sale of Brazilian real estate to overseas buyers, according to one experienced international agent working in the country. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/foreign-ownership-ban-should-help-clean-40072 Wed, 30 June 2010 11:50:51 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-developer-to-file-for-bankruptcy-40076 One of Spain´s largest property groups, Sacresa, said Monday it has filed for protection from its creditors faced with debts of 1.8 billion euros. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-developer-to-file-for-bankruptcy-40076 Wed, 30 June 2010 11:09:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-conti-break-french-mortgage-rate-40071 Conti, the UK’s leading overseas mortgage specialist, is offering it's lowest ever interest rate in a sign that the mortgage market may be improving. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-conti-break-french-mortgage-rate-40071 Wed, 30 June 2010 10:44:26 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ryanair-cuts-winter-flights-40074 Ryanair has said it will cut UK winter capacity by 16 per cent from November with the loss of over two million passengers at UK airports this winter, in comparison to last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ryanair-cuts-winter-flights-40074 Wed, 30 June 2010 10:29:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-81-global-property-markets-40055 International real estate agent and consultancy Jones Lang LaSalle has published its latest findings on relative transparency in real estate markets in 81 countries. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-81-global-property-markets-40055 Tue, 29 June 2010 11:09:27 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-house-prices-fall-for-first-time-sin-40059 Rising supply and a faltering economy have finally taken their toll on UK house prices which have rebounded strongly over the past 12 months. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-house-prices-fall-for-first-time-sin-40059 Tue, 29 June 2010 10:29:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-sows-the-seeds-for-overseas-prop-40039 The Russian government is to undertake a series of measures aimed at promoting home ownership which could be a boon to the overseas property market if the British experience is anything to go by. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-sows-the-seeds-for-overseas-prop-40039 Mon, 28 June 2010 11:49:56 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-foreigners-could-be-banned-from-40042 Overseas property investors interested in buying land in Brazil could face a tightening of restricitions as the country cracks down on ownership over food security issues, reports Property Wire. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-foreigners-could-be-banned-from-40042 Mon, 28 June 2010 09:48:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-warns-industry-of-overseas-propert-40006 An overseas property agent is warning companies not be taken in by a sophisticated fraudster that appears to be making genuine enquiries on prominent property portals Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-warns-industry-of-overseas-propert-40006 Wed, 23 June 2010 11:36:54 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/germany-could-destroy-euro-says-soros-40010 Germany's attempts to cut its budget could lead it to destroy the European project and the collapse of the euro, according to billionaire investor George Soros. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/germany-could-destroy-euro-says-soros-40010 Wed, 23 June 2010 10:52:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-court-annuls-developer-land-sale-40008 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-court-annuls-developer-land-sale-40008 Wed, 23 June 2010 10:24:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-md-sell-shares-as-google-ramp-39982 Ed Williams, the founding managing director of Rightmove, has sold nearly £8 million of shares in the company according to a statement from the London Stock Exchange. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-md-sell-shares-as-google-ramp-39982 Tue, 22 June 2010 11:43:30 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/david-beckham-to-defend-mortgage-broker-39984 Ex-England football captain David Beckham could be called as a witness for the defence of a mortgage broker after he broke into the England's team dressing room. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/david-beckham-to-defend-mortgage-broker-39984 Tue, 22 June 2010 10:59:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/number-two-portal-denies-google-is-a-th-39952 The Digital Property Group (TDPG), which includes Findaproperty.com and Primelocation.com, believes Google is not a major threat to paid-for portals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/number-two-portal-denies-google-is-a-th-39952 Mon, 21 June 2010 11:51:19 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheating-rightmove-39951 Martin Smith, from property blog The Modern Estate Agent, has found a way to circumvent Rightmove's policy of not linking to estate agency websites. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheating-rightmove-39951 Mon, 21 June 2010 10:55:37 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spains-ex-housing-minister-would-not-bu-39953 The minister in charge of housing in Spain at the end of the property boom has told a newspaper than she would not invest in Spain's property market for at least three years. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spains-ex-housing-minister-would-not-bu-39953 Mon, 21 June 2010 10:06:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/advertorial-promotional-opportunities-a-39955 Second Home International is the largest international show in its field within Europe, offering a high quality offer of second homes and projects in over 65 countries... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/advertorial-promotional-opportunities-a-39955 Mon, 21 June 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/timeshare-developers-to-face-huge-compe-39913 A new court ruling is set to trigger a wave of timeshare compensation claims against developers who constructed contracts "illegally" between 1996 and the present. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/timeshare-developers-to-face-huge-compe-39913 Thu, 17 June 2010 11:49:24 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-best-value-overseas-propert-39910 International estate agency group Savills has published a list of best-value destinations in 35 countries across the globe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-best-value-overseas-propert-39910 Thu, 17 June 2010 10:56:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-eyes-new-mortgage-financing-law-39893 Egypt will seek to pass a new mortgage financing law in its next parliamentary session to boost the growing property sector, the investment minister said on Tuesday. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-eyes-new-mortgage-financing-law-39893 Wed, 16 June 2010 11:51:06 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-launches-uk-property-portal-39891 Nearly 12 months after its first foray into the real estate search market in Australia, Google has launched a property search facility in the UK. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-launches-uk-property-portal-39891 Wed, 16 June 2010 11:44:22 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-one-million-arab-visitors-boost-39895 Tourist numbers in Turkey have been boosted by a relaxation of visa restrictions with a number of Arab states and postive media coverage of the country's reaction to the recent crisis in Israel reports eTurbo News. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-one-million-arab-visitors-boost-39895 Wed, 16 June 2010 10:37:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/north-cyprus-couple-lose-home-due-to-un-39883 The British press have details of another "holiday home nightmare" story today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/north-cyprus-couple-lose-home-due-to-un-39883 Tue, 15 June 2010 10:43:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-foreign-buyers-remain-despite-euro-39882 The falling euro has not dented demand from overseas buyers for real estate in New York City, according to reports from the Reuters Global Real Estate and Infrastructure Summit in New York. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-foreign-buyers-remain-despite-euro-39882 Tue, 15 June 2010 10:23:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-drops-libel-case-against-prop-39863 A Cypriot developer has dropped its high-profile libel case against property rights campaigner Denis O’Hare of the Cyprus Property Action Group (CPAG). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-drops-libel-case-against-prop-39863 Mon, 14 June 2010 11:29:05 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/qatar-to-be-the-worlds-largest-overseas-39864 Qatar will be the largest source of global real estate capital during 2010, according a new report published by Jones Lang LaSalle. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/qatar-to-be-the-worlds-largest-overseas-39864 Mon, 14 June 2010 10:34:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-continue-trend-towards-po-39867 The rate of decline of property prices is slowing according to the latest figures from Tinsa, one of Spain’s leading appraisal companies. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-continue-trend-towards-po-39867 Mon, 14 June 2010 10:04:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/islamic-bank-offers-egyptian-development-39849 Burooj Properties, the property arm of the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank has outlined plans to offer investors its first Egyptian development. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/islamic-bank-offers-egyptian-development-39849 Thu, 10 June 2010 10:54:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-hits-sa-in-time-for-w-39847 Google Street View has launched in South Africa in time for the start of FIFA World Cup which begins tomorrow. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-hits-sa-in-time-for-w-39847 Thu, 10 June 2010 10:36:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-guarantees-mortgages-to-boost-39842 A UK developer has taken the unusual step of guaranteeing mortgages taken out by its customers, illustrating just how difficult it is to close business in the current market Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-guarantees-mortgages-to-boost-39842 Thu, 10 June 2010 10:31:23 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-use-hypnosis-to-close-property-de-39843 A hypnotherapist has been helping Australian real estate agents to close business by helping them in the use of "advanced language skills, embedded commands and hypnotic principles". Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-use-hypnosis-to-close-property-de-39843 Thu, 10 June 2010 10:12:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/worlds-property-prices-improve-strongl-39831 House prices are now rising in over half of the world's property markets and the pace of decline is easing in the majority of countries where prices are still falling, according to a global survey of official house price statistics. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/worlds-property-prices-improve-strongl-39831 Wed, 09 June 2010 11:40:41 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-plans-for-worlds-tallest-apartment-39829 A builder in Mumbai claims to be constructing the world's tallest tower, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-plans-for-worlds-tallest-apartment-39829 Wed, 09 June 2010 10:31:21 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/london-overseas-buyers-surprising-stati-39816 Savills, one of the UK largest estate agents reports that 55% of all properties over £750,000 that it sold in London this year have been to overseas buyers. This compares to 45% during the peak period of 2007. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/london-overseas-buyers-surprising-stati-39816 Tue, 08 June 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/1000-irish-investors-in-dubai-saved-by-i-39813 Up to a thousand Irish off-plan property investors in Dubai are to be offered a new completion deal by an Indian company next week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/1000-irish-investors-in-dubai-saved-by-i-39813 Tue, 08 June 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-accused-of-unethical-practice-39811 Agents in Singapore have been accused of unethical practice for attempting to convince sellers to lower their price expectations through "scare tactics". Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-accused-of-unethical-practice-39811 Tue, 08 June 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-charms-asian-investors-39812 Banking group, Standard Chartered has begun talking up the potential demand for Dubai property from investors in Asia Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-charms-asian-investors-39812 Tue, 08 June 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/house-price-change-inflation-adjusted-39814 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/house-price-change-inflation-adjusted-39814 Tue, 08 June 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-property-sales-jump-in-may-39793 New figures from the Cypriot Department of Lands and Surveys shows a jump in property sales during May, indicating the market may be on the road to recovery. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-property-sales-jump-in-may-39793 Mon, 07 June 2010 10:22:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-sp-property-price-report-is-misl-39790 Mark Stucklin casts doubt on recent report by Standard & Poors claiming that Spanish property prices are still overvalued. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-sp-property-price-report-is-misl-39790 Mon, 07 June 2010 10:17:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-redefining-image-as-barefoot-l-39794 St Lucia is looking to redefine its image as "barefoot luxury" according to Minister of Tourism Allen Chastanet. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-redefining-image-as-barefoot-l-39794 Mon, 07 June 2010 09:26:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/engel-v%c3%b6lkers-report-jump-in-spanish-s-39755 High-end international agent Engel & Völkers has posted an impressive first quarter performance in Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/engel-v%c3%b6lkers-report-jump-in-spanish-s-39755 Thu, 03 June 2010 11:50:04 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/saudi-to-allow-foreign-ownership-for-fir-39754 King Abdullah Economic City, one of four metropolitan areas under construction in Saudi Arabia, will be the first place where foreigners are allowed to own property as the kingdom seeks new sources of investment. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/saudi-to-allow-foreign-ownership-for-fir-39754 Thu, 03 June 2010 11:47:18 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-surge-in-mortgage-enquiries-39753 French mortgage specialists Athena Mortgages are reporting a surge in enquiries from British buyers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-surge-in-mortgage-enquiries-39753 Thu, 03 June 2010 11:44:49 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-may-launch-new-budget-airline-39752 The United Arab Emirates is looking into licensing a third low-cost airline in the emirate of Abu Dhabi according to Al-Khaleej newspaper. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-may-launch-new-budget-airline-39752 Thu, 03 June 2010 11:25:24 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-home-sales-continue-upward-trend-39751 Pending home sales have risen for three consecutive months, reflecting the broad impact of the home buyer tax credit and favorable housing affordability conditions. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-home-sales-continue-upward-trend-39751 Thu, 03 June 2010 11:16:54 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-property-price-growth-highest-since-39750 Figures from the Land Registry show that average UK prices rose by 8.5% in the 12 months to April 2010. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-property-price-growth-highest-since-39750 Thu, 03 June 2010 10:59:46 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/racing-millionaire-to-launch-overseas-p-39749 A multi-millionaire former greyhound track owner is to launch a series of overseas property exhibitions in cities around the UK. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/racing-millionaire-to-launch-overseas-p-39749 Thu, 03 June 2010 10:38:30 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/media-predicts-perfect-storm-39735 Newspapers are predicting falls in property prices in both the UK and Spain as more housing stock comes on stream and demand is hit by rising interest rates. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/media-predicts-perfect-storm-39735 Wed, 02 June 2010 11:50:19 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-could-fall-another-12-39734 A new report by credit ratings agency Standard & Poor's states that the Spanish property market still has “a long way to go,” and prices could fall another 12% Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-could-fall-another-12-39734 Wed, 02 June 2010 10:49:41 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-65-of-mortgage-brokers-out-of-busin-39731 The number of registered mortgage brokers in the US has fallen by 65% since 2005 according to new figures. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-65-of-mortgage-brokers-out-of-busin-39731 Wed, 02 June 2010 10:07:30 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/recruitment-firm-forces-developer-into-39691 Hays, an international recruitment firm, has forced the developer behind a €100 million resort in Cape Verde into liquidation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/recruitment-firm-forces-developer-into-39691 Tue, 01 June 2010 11:34:29 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-cgt-uncertainty-to-hit-housing-marke-39695 The BBC's chief economics correspondent argues that delays over the exact details of the rise in capital gains tax will hurt the UK housing market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-cgt-uncertainty-to-hit-housing-marke-39695 Tue, 01 June 2010 10:25:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-cup-hero-wins-overseas-property-co-39692 England 1966 World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst has won his case against overseas property agent Mark Cordner and his wife, Sandra. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-cup-hero-wins-overseas-property-co-39692 Tue, 01 June 2010 09:31:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ifas-prefer-commercial-property-39649 A new survey finds that independent financial advisors (IFA's) in the UK are keener to recommend commercial property rather than residential real estate to their clients. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ifas-prefer-commercial-property-39649 Thu, 27 May 2010 11:52:20 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canadian-buyers-invade-new-york-39651 It seems the Canadian's are not only buying up condo's in Florida but investors from north of the border are looking to purchase huge swathes of commercial real estate in Manhattan. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canadian-buyers-invade-new-york-39651 Thu, 27 May 2010 11:35:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-set-to-increase-property-tax-39639 The government of Cyprus is expecting to collect an additional €10 million to €20 million in taxes from property owners in a bill designed to increase state revenues to combat the recession. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-set-to-increase-property-tax-39639 Thu, 27 May 2010 11:26:31 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-agents-miss-out-on-europe-s-big-39636 British agents were conspicuous by their absence at what one agent has called the “biggest and best networking event in residential property”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-agents-miss-out-on-europe-s-big-39636 Thu, 27 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canadians-flood-florida-market-39613 The Realtors Associations of Greater Miami and Beaches (RAMB) report that Canadians are reacting to the their strong currency and housing market by snapping up bargains in Florida. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canadians-flood-florida-market-39613 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-foreign-demand-drops-on-riots-39617 Foreign demand for Thai property will take at least two months to recover from the negative media publicity that surrounded the anti-government protests that ended this week reports Thailand Business News. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-foreign-demand-drops-on-riots-39617 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-prostitutes-blamed-for-property-b-39615 Asia Times reports on an interesting claim by the Beijing Evening News, aparently a mouthpiece of the Communist Party, that links the boom in property prices to the failure of the police to crack down on prositution. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-prostitutes-blamed-for-property-b-39615 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/real-estate-funds-return-investors-mone-39614 A number of commercial real-estate funds in the US, which raised billions of dollars from investors hoping to source distressed property are returning money to investors after finding slim pickings. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/real-estate-funds-return-investors-mone-39614 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fiabci-and-icrea-in-merger-talks-39612 Senior members of international property associations FIABCI and ICREA are meeting here this week to discuss a possible merger, reports International Property Journal. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fiabci-and-icrea-in-merger-talks-39612 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worlds-lowest-development-39580 The Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa, when in completes in 2013 will have dubious accolade of being the world's lowest resort. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worlds-lowest-development-39580 Tue, 25 May 2010 11:34:57 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gulf-property-outlook-negative-moodys-39579 The outlook for the Gulf real estate industry remains negative due to continued oversupply of housing units and tight credit conditions, Moody's Investors Service said on Monday. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gulf-property-outlook-negative-moodys-39579 Tue, 25 May 2010 11:12:12 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bumpy-road-ahead-for-overseas-property-39578 A recent editorial poll by Global edge revealed a mixed picture with many agents and developers still struggling to keep their heads above water. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bumpy-road-ahead-for-overseas-property-39578 Tue, 25 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-banks-to-rent-out-property-on-th-39581 Following the collapse of the CajaSur, the second failure in Spain, the rest of the cajas are looking to alleviate their financial situation by renting out some of the properties on their books, reports Typically Spanish. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-banks-to-rent-out-property-on-th-39581 Tue, 25 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italy-considers-billion-euro-real-estat-39556 The Italian government is considering introducing a real estate amnesty package that could raise as much as €6 billion euros, according to reports in the Italian press. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italy-considers-billion-euro-real-estat-39556 Mon, 24 May 2010 10:33:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/singapore-largest-land-release-for-priv-39567 The Singapore government has moved to meet surging demand for housing by lining up the largest ever release of state land for private homes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/singapore-largest-land-release-for-priv-39567 Mon, 24 May 2010 10:28:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-starts-to-deregister-properties-39565 The Dubai Land Department has started to deregister properties, which strips buyers who have missed payments of their title. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-starts-to-deregister-properties-39565 Mon, 24 May 2010 10:17:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-poker-stars-results-39544 The final individual and ream results tables from the first Industry Poker Stars held in Central London on 20th May. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-poker-stars-results-39544 Mon, 24 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beginner-cleans-up-at-industry-poker-sta-39562 A complete beginner walked away with £1750 worth of prizes at the first Industry Poker Stars in Central London last week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beginner-cleans-up-at-industry-poker-sta-39562 Mon, 24 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-poker-stars-photos-39559 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-poker-stars-photos-39559 Mon, 24 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-celeb-reveals-real-use-of-twit-39441 UK property TV celebrity Phil Spencer has revealed how many people actually use twitter.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-celeb-reveals-real-use-of-twit-39441 Thu, 20 May 2010 11:49:47 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-canadas-housing-market-is-over-valu-39440 The Street has puts forward some interesting arguments on why the Canadian housing market is grossly over-valued. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-canadas-housing-market-is-over-valu-39440 Thu, 20 May 2010 11:25:09 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-more-bad-news-on-overseas-buyers-39439 Cyprus house prices fell by 4.5 percent on average in the first quarter of 2010 with the number of overseas buyers down sharply, according to the RICS Cyprus Property Price Index. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-more-bad-news-on-overseas-buyers-39439 Thu, 20 May 2010 11:20:10 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-flagship-development-sends-re-39437 Abu Dhabi developer Hydra Properties has issued repossession notices to investors in its flagship Hydra Village project. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-flagship-development-sends-re-39437 Thu, 20 May 2010 10:55:18 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/first-iphone-app-for-overseas-property-39436 HomesGoFast.com is the first stand alone overseas property portal for launch an iPhone application. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/first-iphone-app-for-overseas-property-39436 Thu, 20 May 2010 10:42:14 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/first-fractional-resale-offering-launche-39305 A real estate agency in Marbella has launched what it claims is the first fractional resale property portfolio on the Costa del Sol. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/first-fractional-resale-offering-launche-39305 Thu, 20 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-backs-plan-to-end-spanish-property-39408 A bank specializing in international mortgages is backing a plan to clear the backlog of unsold holiday homes across Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-backs-plan-to-end-spanish-property-39408 Wed, 19 May 2010 11:23:53 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-lessons-from-the-front-line-39406 Real estate billionaire investor Sam Zell recently declared Brazil to be “the number one country for investments”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-lessons-from-the-front-line-39406 Wed, 19 May 2010 11:18:03 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worst-market-in-the-eu-39405 It could be worse, you could be working in the property market in Lithunania. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worst-market-in-the-eu-39405 Wed, 19 May 2010 11:08:16 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/miami-83-of-condo-buyers-pay-cash-39404 Despite the US government encouraging lenders to finance condo purchases, evidence from Miami suggests that cash is still king. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/miami-83-of-condo-buyers-pay-cash-39404 Wed, 19 May 2010 10:47:17 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uks-most-expensive-streets-39316 Property portal Zoopla has released a list of the UK's most expensive postcodes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uks-most-expensive-streets-39316 Tue, 18 May 2010 11:41:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-trump-project-passes-100-milli-39311 The Trump Towers project in Sunny Isles Beach has passed the $100 million mark in sales in a sign that the holiday home market in Miami is picking up. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-trump-project-passes-100-milli-39311 Tue, 18 May 2010 11:29:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-buyers-tackling-the-misconcepti-39307 Today we talk to a man who’s lived in Moscow since 1992 and worked in the overseas property industry since 2003, to find out whether the myths about Russian buyers are true. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-buyers-tackling-the-misconcepti-39307 Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-official-demands-transparency-39291 A senior official at the Department of Lands and Surveys in Cyprus has instructed his civil servants to provide prospective purchasers with all relevant information regarding the property they are considering purchasing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-official-demands-transparency-39291 Mon, 17 May 2010 11:11:55 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-rightmove-launches-desktop-app-39290 Rightmove.co.uk, the UK's largest property portal has launched a new application that allows domestic and overseas house hunters to view properties on their desktops as they are added to the site. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-rightmove-launches-desktop-app-39290 Mon, 17 May 2010 10:30:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/threat-of-legal-action-sparks-industry-d-39288 A property portal in the Australia has sparked a debate on whether it is fair and legal to scrape content from estate agency websites. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/threat-of-legal-action-sparks-industry-d-39288 Mon, 17 May 2010 09:57:37 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-fuel-south-florida-boom-39287 Overseas buyers are fueling a mini real estate boom in South Florida according to quarterly figures from Florida Realtors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-fuel-south-florida-boom-39287 Mon, 17 May 2010 09:43:20 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gary-player-launches-golf-property-fund-39289 The Gary Player Group have raised $500 million for the launch of a new investment fund targeting well-known golf courses around the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gary-player-launches-golf-property-fund-39289 Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/euro-hits-4-year-low-39292 The euro slid to a four-year low against the dollar this morning on mounting debt worries and fears that planned belt-tightening measures will hurt euro zone growth. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/euro-hits-4-year-low-39292 Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cock-up-or-myth-39276 An particularly amuzing story from the height of the overseas property boom. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cock-up-or-myth-39276 Thu, 13 May 2010 11:44:34 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-market-improvements-not-in-holida-39275 The Spanish property market expanded in March, though less vigorously than in February, according to the latest house sale figures from the National Institute of Statistics (INE). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-market-improvements-not-in-holida-39275 Thu, 13 May 2010 11:13:23 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ding-dong-hips-have-gone-39274 Home Information Packs (HIP's) are to be abolsihed by the new Conversative-Lib Dem coalition. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-ding-dong-hips-have-gone-39274 Thu, 13 May 2010 10:48:45 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-has-top-two-worst-performing-mar-39273 Orlando and Ocala in Florida were the worst performing markets according to the latest quarterly statistics from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-has-top-two-worst-performing-mar-39273 Thu, 13 May 2010 10:36:10 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-biggest-house-price-jump-in-5-yea-39272 Property prices in China posted the biggest year-on-year jump in nearly five years in April according to offical data. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-biggest-house-price-jump-in-5-yea-39272 Thu, 13 May 2010 10:23:58 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-new-site-to-drive-down-agent-com-39254 A new website, BidBroker.com has been launched in Canada aims to help consumers choose local agents by allowing agents to compete for their business. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-new-site-to-drive-down-agent-com-39254 Wed, 12 May 2010 11:51:48 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-pay-rises-return-to-the-prope-39255 40% of agents in Australia are expecting to offer pay rises this year as workers are contemplating a catch up to compensate for wage freezes in previous years, according to a new survey. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-pay-rises-return-to-the-prope-39255 Wed, 12 May 2010 11:39:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-agent-register-goes-ahead-despite-la-39253 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-agent-register-goes-ahead-despite-la-39253 Wed, 12 May 2010 11:37:06 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italy-medieval-development-to-raise-pri-39257 Further evidence of the robust nature of the Italian property market comes from Borgo di Vagli. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italy-medieval-development-to-raise-pri-39257 Wed, 12 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-rightmove-experiments-with-c-39249 Rightmove Overseas are experimenting with a cost-per-lead business model outside of their “core” countries. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-rightmove-experiments-with-c-39249 Wed, 12 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-land-prices-rising-at-fastest-rate-i-39230 The value of residential development land in England is increasing at its strongest rate since 2005, according to a new report. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-land-prices-rising-at-fastest-rate-i-39230 Tue, 11 May 2010 11:50:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-california-property-to-rally-says-ma-39224 John Paulson, the hedge fund manager whose bearish positions on the US housing market earned billions in profits, told investors yesterday that housing prices in hard-hit California will begin to rise this year, setting the stage for a wider recovery. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-california-property-to-rally-says-ma-39224 Tue, 11 May 2010 11:43:02 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-title-deed-legal-changes-wont-b-39222 Nigel Howarth argues that the laws before parliament do not address the most important issue facing overseas property homeowners. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-title-deed-legal-changes-wont-b-39222 Tue, 11 May 2010 11:37:31 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/mega-project-failure-won-t-be-the-last-39223 One of the most ambitious and high-profile development projects in the US has finally closed its doors and its failure provides some interesting lessons for the industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/mega-project-failure-won-t-be-the-last-39223 Tue, 11 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/euro-rallies-on-%e2%82%ac720-billion-bail-out-pl-39208 The Euro and Asian and European equity markets have rallied this morning after unprecedented measures announced by the Eurozone's 16 finance ministers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/euro-rallies-on-%e2%82%ac720-billion-bail-out-pl-39208 Mon, 10 May 2010 11:58:51 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-realtors-hang-tight-as-market-improve-39201 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-realtors-hang-tight-as-market-improve-39201 Mon, 10 May 2010 10:20:04 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkeys-first-nudist-resort-closed-down-39203 Turkey's first nudist resort is set to close just six days after opening. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkeys-first-nudist-resort-closed-down-39203 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubailand-must-update-its-business-model-39202 An excellent article in The National argues that both Dubai Land and The World were over-ambitious projects even at the height of the boom in 2005 because they were never supported by underlying local demand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubailand-must-update-its-business-model-39202 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-launches-new-translation-tool-39200 Google has launched a new service that promises to make language translation easier. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-launches-new-translation-tool-39200 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-fined-for-directing-competitor-to-39204 A London estate agent has been fined £15,000 for directing a competitors domain name to hard core porn sites, reports Estate Agent Today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-fined-for-directing-competitor-to-39204 Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/empty-gesture-from-valencia-government-39134 The Regional government of Valencia is putting the finishing touches to plans to certify the quality and legality of holiday homes in the region but in won't do much good argues Mark Stucklin. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/empty-gesture-from-valencia-government-39134 Thu, 06 May 2010 10:11:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/critical-voting-time-for-overseas-prope-39135 Today’s UK parliamentary election comes as the EU Commission puts the UK budget deficit at the highest in the EU, at 12%, higher than that of Greece. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/critical-voting-time-for-overseas-prope-39135 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/worlds-most-expensive-office-locations-39138 London tops the list as it has done since 2001 except for a period of 6 months when Tokyo surpassed the UK capital. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/worlds-most-expensive-office-locations-39138 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-marbella-market-report-39131 An excellent analysis of the Marbella real estate market with insights into what is selling and what isn't Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-marbella-market-report-39131 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-market-matures-39132 Business 24-7 reports that industry analysts believe that the UAE real estate market has come of age. The market is now characterised by stiffer regulations, speculators' exit and a growing interest from serious investors with long-term commitments. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-market-matures-39132 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sweden-to-cap-home-loans-39133 Sweden's financial regulator is considering capping home loans at 85% loan-to-value according to Reuters. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sweden-to-cap-home-loans-39133 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-the-industry-won-t-benefit-from-pens-39091 An interesting email from OPP yesterday claimed “Agents will benefit from pensions shake-up”. It's difficult to see how. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-the-industry-won-t-benefit-from-pens-39091 Wed, 05 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-take-legal-action-against-develope-39051 A group of British buyers is taking legal action against Calidona, a developer based in Murcia in Spain, for breach of contract. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-take-legal-action-against-develope-39051 Tue, 04 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/advertorial-attractive-business-opport-39872 Second Home International is the largest international show in its field within Europe, offering a high quality offer of second homes and projects in over 65 countries... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/advertorial-attractive-business-opport-39872 Sat, 01 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fiabci-launches-new-networking-facility-38960 The International Real Estate Federation, FIABCI has launched a new online networking facility in partnership with the ProxioPro Global Referral Network. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fiabci-launches-new-networking-facility-38960 Thu, 29 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-s-best-agents-to-attend-chari-38944 Some of the industry’s best known personalities are attending Industry Poker Stars, a charity poker and networking event in Central London on Thursday 20th May. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-s-best-agents-to-attend-chari-38944 Wed, 28 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/30000-unit-development-gets-surprise-gr-38948 The Regional Government of Valencia has given the go-ahead for the enlargement of a huge development which is likely to become the largest holiday home resort in Western Europe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/30000-unit-development-gets-surprise-gr-38948 Wed, 28 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-in-christian-defamation-row-38890 Silva Tree, an environmental project developer in Central America which sells to Brits is taking legal action against US magazine Christian Science Monitor (CSM). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-in-christian-defamation-row-38890 Tue, 27 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-sun-goes-cost-per-lead-38894 A Place in the Sun has re-launched its website offering agents and developers a number of payment options including cost per lead. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-sun-goes-cost-per-lead-38894 Tue, 27 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/harlequin-launch-showbiz-wembley-event-38858 Harlequin Property, arguably the biggest company in the overseas property industry, is to hold a high profile event at Wembley Stadium in London this weekend. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/harlequin-launch-showbiz-wembley-event-38858 Thu, 22 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-appoints-new-chief-executive-38860 The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) has appointed a new Chief Executive. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-appoints-new-chief-executive-38860 Thu, 22 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worlds-best-resort-38825 We are operating in a world where the rules have changed. Properties that used to fly off the shelves may now never be sold. Russell Brag takes at look at the characteristics of the "ideal" resort in today's post-credit-crunch market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-worlds-best-resort-38825 Wed, 21 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-developers-face-new-legal-threa-38807 Reclaimyourdesposit.com is intent on taking legal action against overseas developers in Spain, Turkey, Bulgaria, Portugal, Cape Verde and Florida. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-developers-face-new-legal-threa-38807 Tue, 20 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-counts-the-cost-of-volcanic-cha-38793 Overseas property agents are preparing for the worst as the travel chaos caused by a volcanic ash cloud over Europe enters its fifth day. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-counts-the-cost-of-volcanic-cha-38793 Mon, 19 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-tips-for-creating-sipp-compliant-pro-38779 With the upcoming ban on independent financial advisors (IFA’s) taking commission on regulated products, the number of finance professionals keen to sell overseas property is set to explode. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-tips-for-creating-sipp-compliant-pro-38779 Thu, 15 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-fractional-is-an-emotionally-flawed-38759 Margaret Thatcher won over the hearts and minds of the British working class by promising us the right to buy our own homes in 1979. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-fractional-is-an-emotionally-flawed-38759 Wed, 14 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/authorities-back-plan-to-clear-spanish-p-38749 A number of Spanish local and regional authorities are backing an ambitious plan to help clear the backlog of unsold stock of holiday home destinations across Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/authorities-back-plan-to-clear-spanish-p-38749 Tue, 13 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sacked-property-chief-denies-he-s-in-pri-38733 The former CEO of Dubai’s second largest developer has denied rumours that he is prison after being dismissed by the company last week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/sacked-property-chief-denies-he-s-in-pri-38733 Mon, 12 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/luis-vuitton-enters-resort-market-38735 LVMH, the company behind up-market fashion brand Louis Vuitton has announced it plans to enter the hotel and resort management business with projects in Oman and Egypt. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/luis-vuitton-enters-resort-market-38735 Mon, 12 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-locations-unfairly-s-38709 Britain’s second largest tour operator, Thomas Cook is threatening to cut capacity to the Canary Islands in response to the Spanish government paying what it claims are “unfair subsidies” to low-cost airline Ryanair. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-locations-unfairly-s-38709 Thu, 08 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-group-strikes-deal-to-help-commiss-38688 CLEA, a group of central London estate agents which includes Savills, Knight Frank, Hamptons, and Chestertons, has struck a deal with a software company that could have implications for the overseas property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-group-strikes-deal-to-help-commiss-38688 Wed, 07 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/survey-reveals-shift-towards-lifestyle-b-38683 The 2010 National Association of Realtors (NAR) vacation home study reveals a sharp decrease in the number of Americans buying second homes for investment purposes Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/survey-reveals-shift-towards-lifestyle-b-38683 Tue, 06 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-sipp-s-won-t-save-the-industry-38662 There have been many saviours of the overseas property industry since things turned sour in 2008. Fractional is one such trend which may eventually save the day, although sales so far have been disappointing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-sipp-s-won-t-save-the-industry-38662 Thu, 01 April 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-ifa-rules-could-help-clean-up-the-ov-38651 New rules announced by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) on Friday that prevent IFA’s from accepting commission on regulated investment products (which excludes direct property ownership) could help raise standards in our industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-ifa-rules-could-help-clean-up-the-ov-38651 Wed, 31 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-live-beats-expectatio-38637 A Place in the Sun Live, the first major UK overseas property exhibition of 2010, looks to have exceeded industry expectations both in terms of visitor numbers and sales volumes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-live-beats-expectatio-38637 Tue, 30 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-award-winners-announced-38633 Industry trade body the Association of International Property Professionals announced the winners of its 2010 Awards at A Place in the Sun Live on Friday. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-award-winners-announced-38633 Tue, 30 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investors-take-developer-to-court-for-no-38621 More than 30 investors have filed a case against real estate developer, Union Properties for non-delivery of units in Index Tower in Dubai’s International Financial Centre (DIFC). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investors-take-developer-to-court-for-no-38621 Mon, 29 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-building-almost-as-many-council-ho-38619 New statistics from the Spanish Ministry of Housing reveal that private housing starts were so low last year that almost as many social housing units as private residences began construction. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-building-almost-as-many-council-ho-38619 Mon, 29 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-portals-voted-for-by-you-38590 Results of our latest customer survey reveal that the overseas property portal market is still highly fragmented and agent opinion deeply divided on which portals are most effective. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-portals-voted-for-by-you-38590 Thu, 25 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beach-front-property-hit-hardest-by-glob-38558 Prices of coastal second homes were hit hardest by the global downturn in 2009, according to new data from Knight Frank. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/beach-front-property-hit-hardest-by-glob-38558 Wed, 24 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-under-use-best-marketing-channels-38540 International real estate agents and developers are not making the most of the best-performing marketing channels. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-under-use-best-marketing-channels-38540 Tue, 23 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-show-numbers-rise-acro-38534 Visitor numbers to some of Europe’s biggest overseas property shows have risen significantly compared with last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-show-numbers-rise-acro-38534 Mon, 22 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-announce-awards-shortlist-38493 The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) has announced the shortlist for its annual awards. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-announce-awards-shortlist-38493 Thu, 18 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-official-house-price-index-invit-38498 The latest statistics from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) report that house prices fell just 4.3% last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-official-house-price-index-invit-38498 Thu, 18 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/do-golf-courses-really-sell-overseas-pro-38469 Reprinted with the permission of International Property Journal. Talking to Nicaragua developer Kevin Fleming the other day, the subject turned to golf - specifically the value of golf in a modern second home resort. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/do-golf-courses-really-sell-overseas-pro-38469 Wed, 17 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-second-home-destinations-in-the-u-38317 Finance & investment magazine, Barrons has put together a list of the best second home destinations in the US. If you have clients keen to rub shoulders with the social elite in the world’s largest economy, they’ll need at least a million in ready cash to afford even modest accommodation in these locations. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-second-home-destinations-in-the-u-38317 Wed, 17 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-21-lenders-to-property-developers-38450 Global estate agency group Savills has published the results of survey into the banks with the strongest appetite to loan money to UK property developers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-21-lenders-to-property-developers-38450 Tue, 16 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-cautious-about-europe-s-most-no-38455 Some of the biggest names in international property are staying away from MIPIM, the most notorious conference and exhibition in the European real estate calendar, which begins today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-cautious-about-europe-s-most-no-38455 Tue, 16 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-effective-agent-marketing-st-38427 A survey of 1300 real estate agents has revealed the ten most effective marketing techniques for US realtors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-effective-agent-marketing-st-38427 Mon, 15 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/resort-sells-out-in-six-weeks-38384 Alpine Homes International, Savills’s ski property partner has sold its 14 unit ski resort in Austria within six weeks of launch. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/resort-sells-out-in-six-weeks-38384 Thu, 11 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-agent-buyers-sotheby-s-inte-38387 Countrywide, the U.K.'s largest estate agency and property services group has bought an exclusive 25-year licensing agreement for the UK with Sotheby's International Realty. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-agent-buyers-sotheby-s-inte-38387 Thu, 11 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-strongest-word-in-overseas-property-38325 If your property looks like this, don’t expect to generate many leads. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-strongest-word-in-overseas-property-38325 Wed, 10 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-leaves-retirement-for-one-more-sho-38279 Simon Bennett, founder of overseas estate agency, Armarium Group has rejoined the industry in a bid to win Industry Poker Stars on Thursday 20th May. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-leaves-retirement-for-one-more-sho-38279 Tue, 09 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-to-lose-editorial-director-38283 Alex Evans, Group Editorial Director of Overseas Property Professional Magazine (OPP) is set to leave his position for a role outside the industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-to-lose-editorial-director-38283 Tue, 09 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-reject-far-flung-destinations-in-f-38270 British overseas home buyers are reverting back to more traditional second home destinations, according to a survey of 1200 second home owners by Savills International. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-reject-far-flung-destinations-in-f-38270 Mon, 08 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-21-fractional-real-estate-profession-38198 Fractional portal, FractionalLife.com has come up with a list of the 21 most influential people in the world of fractional. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-21-fractional-real-estate-profession-38198 Thu, 04 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/your-next-introducer%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6a-supermarket-38202 Tesco, the UK’s largest supermarket chain has entered the real estate market in partnership with Spicerhaart, one of the country’s largest estate agency chains. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/your-next-introducer%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6a-supermarket-38202 Thu, 04 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-loses-%e2%82%ac40-million-on-world-s-hig-38155 A Russian property investor has lost his legal battle to win back his €40 million deposit on the world’s most expensive property, located on the French Riveria. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-loses-%e2%82%ac40-million-on-world-s-hig-38155 Wed, 03 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-sharpest-people-in-overseas-property-38121 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-sharpest-people-in-overseas-property-38121 Tue, 02 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-global-house-price-data-reveals-unev-38098 New time-series data from the Global Property Guide reveals that house prices are now rising in more countries than they are falling. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-global-house-price-data-reveals-unev-38098 Mon, 01 March 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/english-buy-record-number-of-2nd-homes-38019 The number of English people owning second homes in England reached an all-time high in 2009, according to research by Knight Frank. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/english-buy-record-number-of-2nd-homes-38019 Fri, 26 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/twitter-an-agents-perspective-37962 Our article arguing that Twitter is a complete waste of time for the most internationally-focused agents’ polarised opinion. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/twitter-an-agents-perspective-37962 Thu, 25 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-cup-hero-abused-by-property-agen-37948 England's 1966 World Cup hero Sir Geoff Hurst claims his name was “used and abused” by a British estate agent selling off-plan property in Marbella, Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-cup-hero-abused-by-property-agen-37948 Wed, 24 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tighter-banking-rules-could-trigger-prop-37932 The Bank of Spain is considering further tightening the rules governing how banks report property asset values due to fears they are keeping a lid on potential losses by valuing homes on their books at pre-crisis levels. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tighter-banking-rules-could-trigger-prop-37932 Tue, 23 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-wins-legal-battle-against-defa-37889 A British developer has won a legal battle with a buyer who sought to reclaim his deposit after trying to back out of a sale. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-wins-legal-battle-against-defa-37889 Mon, 22 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-property-show-numbers-grow-44-37879 AiGroup, the leading organizers of overseas property shows in Russia are reporting a 44% year-on-year rise in visitor numbers to their Bulgarian Home Exhibition. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-property-show-numbers-grow-44-37879 Mon, 22 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portal-rankings-new-top-50-re-37662 This quarter’s overseas property portal results table sees the biggest movements in the rankings for some time. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portal-rankings-new-top-50-re-37662 Thu, 18 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-real-estate-begins-marketing-push-37793 Google’s Australian division today unveiled an extensive marketing campaign to attract visitors to its real estate service which is integrated with its Google Maps product. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-real-estate-begins-marketing-push-37793 Wed, 17 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-wins-56-million-in-lottery-37738 A sales negotiator for an estate agency firm in the Southwest of England has won the UK’s biggest ever lottery jackpot. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-wins-56-million-in-lottery-37738 Tue, 16 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marriott-suspends-timeshare-developments-37701 Marriott International, operator of the Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotel chains, plans to suspend investment in new timeshare projects. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marriott-suspends-timeshare-developments-37701 Mon, 15 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-market-down-48-on-2007-37646 2009 turned out to be one the worst years on record for the Spanish property market. Year-on-year real estate transactions fell 27% to 2372,000 according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-market-down-48-on-2007-37646 Thu, 11 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/arrest-warrant-issued-for-caribbean-agen-37643 A warrant has been issued for the arrest of the owner of a RE-MAX agency franchise in the US Virgin Islands. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/arrest-warrant-issued-for-caribbean-agen-37643 Thu, 11 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-twitter-is-a-complete-waste-of-time-37613 If you believe everything you read in the property press, you could be forgiven for thinking Twitter is the Messiah of lead generation: the answer to low transaction volumes and a source of truth, light and wisdom. It’s not. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-twitter-is-a-complete-waste-of-time-37613 Wed, 10 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-bank-offers-free-money-to-inve-37604 Under pressure to sell some of the repossessed properties on its books, one Valencia-based savings bank has come up with an innovative solution to address the problem of negative equity on their balance sheet.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-bank-offers-free-money-to-inve-37604 Tue, 09 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/inside-track-founders-launch-new-busines-37590 The two founders of Inside Track, one of the highest profile international property firms during the boom years, are returning to the real estate world with the launch of a new business focusing on distressed property sales. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/inside-track-founders-launch-new-busines-37590 Mon, 08 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-agent-expands-overseas-offe-37547 Your Move, the UK’s largest estate agency brand, is to expand the number of branches offering its overseas property portfolio. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-agent-expands-overseas-offe-37547 Thu, 04 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/taylor-wimpey-ups-investment-in-marbella-37528 British property developer Taylor Wimpey is planning to invest €8.5 million in a new overseas property project in Marbella. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/taylor-wimpey-ups-investment-in-marbella-37528 Wed, 03 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-property-sales-jump-24-37525 Property sales in Cyprus rose 24% in January, compared to the same period in 2009 according to new figures from the Department of Lands and Surveys. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-property-sales-jump-24-37525 Wed, 03 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/14-characteristics-of-the-post-crisis-ov-37508 An excellent article from Reveal Real Estate on the "the new normal" in the overseas property market Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/14-characteristics-of-the-post-crisis-ov-37508 Tue, 02 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tiger-woods-resort-back-on-track-despi-37513 Tiger Woods may have lost his sponsorship deals with AT&T, Accenture and Proctor & Gamble but he at least his golf resort and luxury home complex are going ahead as planned. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tiger-woods-resort-back-on-track-despi-37513 Tue, 02 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/17000-irregular-properties-to-be-legali-37495 Marbella’s new town plan, which paves the way for 17,000 irregular properties to be legalised, was approved on Friday despite an impasse over what to do with seven illegal developments which have not been recognized in the amnesty. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/17000-irregular-properties-to-be-legali-37495 Mon, 01 February 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-joins-forces-with-google-37444 Rightmove, the UK’s number one property portal, has struck a deal with Google maps, ahead of Google’s launch into the UK real estate market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-joins-forces-with-google-37444 Fri, 29 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/more-media-nonsense-37428 Not content with potentially costing his employers millions in legal fees with a poorly researched article about Harlequin Property, journalist Graham Norwood has yet again reached for his laptop to take a pop at the property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/more-media-nonsense-37428 Thu, 28 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/could-surprise-sales-success-revive-the-37416 The property roadshow has been much derided in our industry but one developer is reporting an average of two sales per day from its latest tour. Is it time to reevaluate this route to market? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/could-surprise-sales-success-revive-the-37416 Wed, 27 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-russians-top-tips-and-resou-37400 The Russian market was seen by many as the salvation of the overseas property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-russians-top-tips-and-resou-37400 Tue, 26 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-best-places-to-live-the-world-37386 US publication, International Living has published its 2010 Quality of Life Index which ranks 194 countries based on their quality of life. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-best-places-to-live-the-world-37386 Mon, 25 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bad-weather-turns-buyers-onto-australia-37392 Harsh weather conditions in the UK in December led to a surge of buyer interest in Australia, according to new figures from Rightmove.co.uk. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bad-weather-turns-buyers-onto-australia-37392 Mon, 25 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-to-lose-chief-executive-37359 Paul Owen, chief executive of The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) is to leave the organization after more than three years in charge. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-to-lose-chief-executive-37359 Fri, 22 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-go-on-property-buying-spree-37361 Google is about to go on a shopping spree to bolster its up-and-coming property portal offering. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-go-on-property-buying-spree-37361 Fri, 22 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-sells-stake-to-digital-property-37350 The Digital Property Group (TDPG), whose websites include PrimeLocation.com and FindaProperty.com, has bought a 50% stake in free-to-list UK property portal Globrix Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-sells-stake-to-digital-property-37350 Thu, 21 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-mortgage-service-changes-the-game-37341 Google's new mortgage service in the US changes the game. It won't be long before its rolled out across the world and it could have the unintended side effect of improving lead quality Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-mortgage-service-changes-the-game-37341 Wed, 20 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-us-and-uk-top-overseas-investor-surv-37325 Real estate in the US and UK provides the best opportunity for capital growth, according to a survey of 200 of the largest overseas real estate investors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-us-and-uk-top-overseas-investor-surv-37325 Tue, 19 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-agent-declared-bankrup-37268 Andrew Nolan, the director of estate agent Peter Stephenson Properties, who specialized in selling “half price villas” in Cyprus to British buyers has been declared bankrupt at Birmingham crown court. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-agent-declared-bankrup-37268 Mon, 18 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-award-winners-to-be-announced-at-a-37273 The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) is to announce the winners of its second annual awards at consumer exhibition, A Place in the Sun Live. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-award-winners-to-be-announced-at-a-37273 Mon, 18 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-overvalued-residential-37227 Data on average price-to-earnings (p/e) ratios of residential property in 19 countries throughout the world offers an interesting an insight on the future direction of prices. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-overvalued-residential-37227 Thu, 14 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/international-agent-network-goes-fractio-37215 Fine & Country intends to become the first international agent network in Europe to launch a dedicated fractional sales division, reports OPP today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/international-agent-network-goes-fractio-37215 Wed, 13 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-british-holiday-destinations-for-37213 Flight comparison service, Skyscanner has published a list of the most searched for flight destinations for holidays in 2010 among its seven million monthly UK visitors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-british-holiday-destinations-for-37213 Wed, 13 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-fractional-ownership-trends-for-2010-37196 2009 was supposed to be the year fractional ownership made a big impact on the overseas property industry. Unfortunately, a lack of consumer awareness and suspect business models hampered sales. We asked FractionalLife.com founder Piers Brown whethld be any different. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-fractional-ownership-trends-for-2010-37196 Tue, 12 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-giants-create-transatlantic-n-37200 Equity Estates Fund, the largest residence fund in North America today announced the formation of a strategic alliance with The Hideaways Club, Europe’s largest residence fund. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-giants-create-transatlantic-n-37200 Tue, 12 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portals-break-enquiry-records-in-flying-37173 English-language overseas property portals are reporting record increases in traffic and enquiry levels in the first seven days of 2010. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portals-break-enquiry-records-in-flying-37173 Mon, 11 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-guardian-apologizes-to-harlequin-pro-37112 The Guardian Media Group has apologized to Harlequin Property for an article published in The Observer Newspaper and on www.guardian.co.uk on 22nd November 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-guardian-apologizes-to-harlequin-pro-37112 Wed, 06 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-a-contrarian-view-37123 It's difficult giving fictional money to Jeremy Miocevic. He point-blank refuses to invest our cash in residential or commercial real estate, claiming the world’s investment environment is about to experience a “step change”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-a-contrarian-view-37123 Wed, 06 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2010-prediction-your-prices-are-too-hig-37094 Over the past few weeks the property media has been awash with predictions for 2010. Most of them will turn out to be wrong. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2010-prediction-your-prices-are-too-hig-37094 Tue, 05 January 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/polaris-world-in-talks-with-creditors-37076 Spanish property developer Polaris World is in talks with lenders to avoid filing for protection from creditors according to a report from Business Week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/polaris-world-in-talks-with-creditors-37076 Wed, 30 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-10-most-popular-stories-of-2009-36994 A look back at the most popular articles of 2009 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-10-most-popular-stories-of-2009-36994 Wed, 16 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-auction-cancelled-36979 A Place in the Sun (APITS) cancelled its Spanish property auction in London on Sunday due to a lack of bidders. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-auction-cancelled-36979 Tue, 15 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bramzell-buys-out-property-index-36978 Lee Bramzell, managing director of PropertyIndex.com is set to buy the property portal from its founder Darren Richards for nominal sum. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bramzell-buys-out-property-index-36978 Tue, 15 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/could-matchmaking-idea-help-overseas-pro-36962 A successful new initiative in the UAE which matches investors who have lost money on cancelled projects with “approved” developers could offer profitable opportunities for international developers in other countries, if the political will could be found to implement similar schemes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/could-matchmaking-idea-help-overseas-pro-36962 Mon, 14 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-who-viewed-porn-loses-legal-case-36943 An estate agency manager in Southwest England who spent hours viewing internet porn and playing online poker, has lost his legal case for unfair dismissal reports Estate Agent Today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-who-viewed-porn-loses-legal-case-36943 Wed, 09 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-10-portals-changes-at-the-top-36937 The Hitwise monthly rankings of US real estate sites has recorded the first change in the top four in more than 12 months. Zillow.com is up one position overtaking Yahoo Real Estate for the first time. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-10-portals-changes-at-the-top-36937 Wed, 09 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-s-biggest-developer-is-bailed-out-36933 Dubai World, owner of Dubai’s largest property developer, Nakheel has been handed $2.45 billion to meet its debt obligations, although it is not clear when the payment was made. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-s-biggest-developer-is-bailed-out-36933 Tue, 08 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-15-russian-overseas-property-destina-36906 AI Group, the organisers of the two of Russia’s biggest property shows have published findings from their visitor research showing the most popular overseas property destinations among Russian buyers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-15-russian-overseas-property-destina-36906 Mon, 07 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-fails-to-make-impact-on-australia-36907 Former CEO of REA Group, Simon Baker published an interesting response to the speculation and hyperbole around Google’s prospective launch into the UK property portal market this weekend. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-fails-to-make-impact-on-australia-36907 Mon, 07 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-shares-plummet-on-uk-google-ru-36864 Rightmove shares have fallen 10% this morning amid suggestions that Google is about to launch a UK real estate portal. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-shares-plummet-on-uk-google-ru-36864 Thu, 03 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/irish-property-fund-targets-distressed-d-36858 An Irish property firm has launched a ten million euro fund to take advantage of the downturn in the Dubai property market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/irish-property-fund-targets-distressed-d-36858 Thu, 03 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-boosts-enquiries-with-innovati-36857 British developer Signature International has attracted more than 100 enquiries for its Horizon Sky resort in Bodrum in the last four weeks after introducing a new interest-free payment plan. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-boosts-enquiries-with-innovati-36857 Thu, 03 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hindsight-is-a-wonderful-thing-for-donal-36842 Property billionaire and star of the American hit TV show, The Apprentice has declared what almost everyone in the industry has known for a long time; that Dubai is beset with problems of over-supply. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hindsight-is-a-wonderful-thing-for-donal-36842 Wed, 02 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/savills-ordered-pay-up-in-30m-house-c-36840 International estate agency group Savills has been order to pay damages and apologise to a client whose home was said to be worth £30 million but was sold for £2.9 million. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/savills-ordered-pay-up-in-30m-house-c-36840 Wed, 02 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/wealthy-investors-regain-appetite-for-pr-36810 Confidence in the real estate sector is returning among high-net-worth individuals according to new survey from Barclays Wealth. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/wealthy-investors-regain-appetite-for-pr-36810 Tue, 01 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-new-data-36802 It has been a few months since our last Top of Props feature which showcases the most popular products in our directory with agents and IFA’s. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-new-data-36802 Tue, 01 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/christmas-comes-early-for-rightmove-36812 You could forgive the senior management team at Rightmove for tucking into a few extra mince pies this Christmas. Not only has their share price nearly tripled over the past 12 months, the latest ComScore figures reveal competitors seem to be slipping further behind in terms of traffic numbers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/christmas-comes-early-for-rightmove-36812 Tue, 01 December 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/protesters-accuse-industry-of-greed-ne-36782 English, Greek and Russian property buyers accused Cypriot banks and developers of greed and nepotism this weekend at a demonstration in Paphos, the country’s capital city. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/protesters-accuse-industry-of-greed-ne-36782 Mon, 30 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-default-fears-spook-markets-36755 The government-owned investment company behind Dubai's rapid development drive has asked its creditors for a six-month delay on repaying its debts, sparking a huge sell off in shares and bonds issued by real estate firms in the UAE. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-default-fears-spook-markets-36755 Thu, 26 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-cash-buyers-skewing-london-house-36757 An influx of affluent Italian buyers is skewing house price indicators in Central London and leading to over-optimistic forecasts of recovery, experts claim. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-cash-buyers-skewing-london-house-36757 Thu, 26 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/icrea-to-launch-networking-service-for-2-36745 The International Consortium of Real Estate Associations (ICREA) has announced the relaunch of its business-to-business portal Worldproperties.com with the aim of improving networking between its 2.1 million members. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/icrea-to-launch-networking-service-for-2-36745 Wed, 25 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/media-takes-pot-shots-at-overseas-proper-36730 British newspapers, The Observer and Daily Mirror took issue with two overseas property firms this weekend based on what can only be described as flimsy and anecdotal evidence. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/media-takes-pot-shots-at-overseas-proper-36730 Tue, 24 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-s-property-portal-a-glimpse-of-36695 On July 6th this year Google announced its first foray into the property portal market with the launch of Google real estate in Australia. Properties are presented on a Google map but users had to click to the agent’s or property portal’s website to view the full details. That changed this weekend with the integration of property detail pages into the Google system. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-s-property-portal-a-glimpse-of-36695 Mon, 23 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trampolin-hills-administration-update-36652 A number of news sources are reporting this morning on comments made by Antonio Guillen, a lawyer acting for British and Irish purchasers of the Trampolin Hills development in Murcia, which was forced into bankruptcy earlier this month. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trampolin-hills-administration-update-36652 Thu, 19 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cash-purchases-banned-in-bulgaria-36634 From January 2010, all real estate transactions in Bulgaria are set to be conducted through bank transfers, outlawing cash purchases. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cash-purchases-banned-in-bulgaria-36634 Wed, 18 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/expelled-agent-threatens-to-sue-for-defa-36633 The London estate agent expelled from the UK Property Ombudsman scheme for failing to protect a client’s rental deposit, is threatening to sue for defamation and seek substantial damages. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/expelled-agent-threatens-to-sue-for-defa-36633 Wed, 18 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-sell-out-is-european-first-36632 The Seasons Holidays at Forest Hills in Spain’s Sierra de Ronda Mountains has become the first European resort to sell out its fractional offering, according to market-leading portal FractionalLife.com. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-sell-out-is-european-first-36632 Wed, 18 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-reveals-details-of-it-36617 A Place in the Sun presses the button today on its new auction service with a mailing to 30,000 potential investors, an extensive PR campaign and advertising in the Daily Mail. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-reveals-details-of-it-36617 Tue, 17 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tighter-rules-fuel-rise-in-online-mortga-36569 British newspaper, The Observer reports on an increasing trend for property buyers to purchase false “proof” of income to aid their mortgage applications. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tighter-rules-fuel-rise-in-online-mortga-36569 Mon, 16 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-a-tale-of-five-market-36563 Mark Stucklin from Spanish Property Insight provides some interesting analysis on the Spanish property market. It is easy to talk about Spain as one homogenous market but certain types of properties are still selling says Stucklin. Unfortunately, this is only around 20% of the total and there is one segment, where the properties and locations are so poor that they might never sell. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-a-tale-of-five-market-36563 Mon, 16 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-imposes-limits-on-foreign-propert-36564 Turkish English-language newspaper Hurryet Daily News is reporting that the government has banned foreigners from purchasing property in a number of locations in Southeast Turkey. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-imposes-limits-on-foreign-propert-36564 Mon, 16 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dutch-auction-service-expands-across-eur-36536 Amsterdam-based overseas property portal MySecondhome.eu is expanding its new online auction service after a successful trial selling property on Spain’s Costa Brava. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dutch-auction-service-expands-across-eur-36536 Thu, 12 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/travel-firms-move-into-estate-agency-36538 OPP report today on an increasing trend for tour operators to act as introducers for property developers. Partnerships with travel agents such as Travelcare and Worldchoice are allowing a number of developers to access a huge client base of potential purchasers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/travel-firms-move-into-estate-agency-36538 Thu, 12 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/increasing-trend-for-single-sex-accommod-36504 Hotels, spas and tour operators are increasingly offering single-sex packages to appeal to a growing population of young women in the Middle East, reveals the Travel Market Global Trends Report 2009. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/increasing-trend-for-single-sex-accommod-36504 Wed, 11 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-to-lead-global-tourism-recovery-36509 Asia will lead the recovery in global tourist numbers in 2010, the UN World Tourism Organisation said yesterday. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-to-lead-global-tourism-recovery-36509 Wed, 11 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-expulsion-raises-questions-for-ove-36508 An estate agent in London has been expelled from the UK Property Ombudsman scheme for failing to protect a client’s rental deposit. Ironically, the sales and rental agent, who was ordered to pay £1600, joined the scheme voluntarily. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-expulsion-raises-questions-for-ove-36508 Wed, 11 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-hits-spain-36512 Google’s street view program, which allows users to remotely view streets and properties in 360 degrees, has been rolled out across 80% of Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-hits-spain-36512 Wed, 11 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-foundation-laments-glut-of-rubbish-36472 FUNCAS, the Spanish savings banks foundation is deeply critical of the Spanish housing market in a new report calling the stock of housing and land “too big and of poor quality” and will take “years to digest and use properly.” Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-foundation-laments-glut-of-rubbish-36472 Tue, 10 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/derivatives-markets-positive-on-property-36468 Figures from the fledgling UK housing derivatives sector predict that UK house prices will rise by 12% over the next five years. Although traders are predicting a relatively slow 2010 and 2011, the futures markets are not expecting a return to house price falls due to chronic undersupply. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/derivatives-markets-positive-on-property-36468 Tue, 10 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/primelocation-com-re-launches-internatio-36466 Upmarket UK property portal, Primelocation.com has re-launched its international offering with a new look homepage and a host of new features. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/primelocation-com-re-launches-internatio-36466 Tue, 10 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-10-commercial-markets-for-2010-36433 The Real Estate Bloggers publish their list of the top 10 commercial markets for 2010. Survey respondents are pessimistic about the prospects for suburban property and unsurprisingly stick to the major economic hubs which boast strong demand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-10-commercial-markets-for-2010-36433 Mon, 09 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-show-aired-on-uk-tv-36431 A 30-minute television show explaining the benefits of owning fractional property aired on UK television for the first time this weekend on satellite and cable channels Travel Deals Direct (Sky 647) and the Travel Channel (Sky 251). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-show-aired-on-uk-tv-36431 Mon, 09 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-larnaca-doubles-airport-capacity-36426 Cyprus has opened a new ultra-modern airport in Larnaca which promises to accommodate up to 10 million passengers a year, more than doubling previous capacity. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-larnaca-doubles-airport-capacity-36426 Mon, 09 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-property-award-winners-announce-36427 Asia Property Magazine announced the winners of their annual property awards yesterday after receiving more than 1000 nominations, a 300% increase on the previous year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-property-award-winners-announce-36427 Mon, 09 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-portal-breaks-audience-record-36388 Market leading French property portal seloger.com has achieved its highest ever audience for the month of September. Property Portal Watch report that seloger.com recorded 3 million unique users in September, up 24 percent on last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-portal-breaks-audience-record-36388 Thu, 05 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/another-developer-forced-into-bankruptcy-36389 The developer behind the Trampolin Hills Golf Resort in the Spanish province of Murcia has been forced into bankruptcy proceedings unable to pays its debts, according to reports in the local press. Administrators have been appointed to run the company, and creditors now have a month to register their claims. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/another-developer-forced-into-bankruptcy-36389 Thu, 05 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rise-in-buyers-faith-in-the-aipp-36391 The number of UK buyers reassured by AIPP membership has jumped to 88%, according to research by the trade body. The rise represents a big increase from the last survey which showed only 47% of buyers were reassured by agents and developers being members of the organisation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rise-in-buyers-faith-in-the-aipp-36391 Thu, 05 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/budget-airline-announces-22-new-routes-36390 Budget airline easyJet has announced 22 new European routes which come into effect this month as part of its new winter schedule. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/budget-airline-announces-22-new-routes-36390 Thu, 05 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-agent-numbers-up-8-despite-do-36375 In a statement to the stock market this morning, Rightmove announced that its UK agency (sales & lettings) membership has risen to 14,100 by the end of October, up 8% from the beginning of the year. Total advertiser numbers, which includes developers and overseas agents increased to 17.600, up 5% since January. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-agent-numbers-up-8-despite-do-36375 Wed, 04 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-expensive-streets-in-the-wor-36373 Overseas Property Mall have put together an interesting list of the most expensive streets on the planet with comparables on the price per square foot in each location. Prices are down a healthy 12% in these locations over the past year compared to 20% to 30% in the wider market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-expensive-streets-in-the-wor-36373 Wed, 04 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-agent-merges-to-expand-internati-36376 Spanish agent Casacalida Properties has merged with internet estate agency International Hot Property to form the Casacalida Group. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-agent-merges-to-expand-internati-36376 Wed, 04 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-end-mortgages-it-s-not-enough-to-b-36321 To secure a big mortgage it is no longer enough to be a mere millionaire reports Wealth Bulletin. Lenders are favouring the super rich with substantial assets in their portfolios and new business to offer. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-end-mortgages-it-s-not-enough-to-b-36321 Tue, 03 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opinion-divided-on-property-investor-sho-36319 Industry opinion appears to be divided on last week’s Property Investor Show and OPP Live which took place at London’s Excel Centre last week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opinion-divided-on-property-investor-sho-36319 Tue, 03 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-launch-tv-offering-36320 Trinity Mirror owned property portal HomesOverseas.co.uk have launched a new TV section called HO TV. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-launch-tv-offering-36320 Tue, 03 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-aldar-to-build-ferrari-branded-home-36277 Aldar Properties is in talks with Ferrari about developing luxury new homes under the Italian car maker’s brand in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-aldar-to-build-ferrari-branded-home-36277 Mon, 02 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-signals-attack-on-property-portal-36272 Google has announced that its real estate listings will now be displayed prominently in its US version of Google Maps. Users can now select property for sale or to rent from a prominent “more” button positioned centrally on the Google maps navigation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-signals-attack-on-property-portal-36272 Mon, 02 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-bankers-accused-of-fraud-over-sp-36274 A fraud investigation is going on at Royal Bank of Scotland after two employees in the foreign mortgage department were accused of taking commissions from Spanish estate agents for referring customers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-bankers-accused-of-fraud-over-sp-36274 Mon, 02 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-needs-to-build-500000-new-proper-36276 Nexity, one of France's largest developers believes the country needs to build at least half a million new homes a year to cope with rising demand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-needs-to-build-500000-new-proper-36276 Mon, 02 November 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-changes-tack-on-award-entries-36218 The association of international property professionals (AIPP) today announced that in contrast to last year, their 2010 awards programme will be free to enter for all AIPP members. Non members wanting to enter an award will be asked to join the association with fees starting at approximately £250 per quarter. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-changes-tack-on-award-entries-36218 Thu, 29 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-5-developers-0-36219 A new report on the Spanish property sector by business consultancy DBK is predicting a big fall in the number of property developers in business in 2010 with a sharp increase in property sales activity by banks. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-5-developers-0-36219 Thu, 29 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-economists-predict-15-price-fall-36221 Capital Economics is predicting UK house price falls of 15% over the next two years as rising unemployment and growing mortgage illiquidity take hold of the market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-economists-predict-15-price-fall-36221 Thu, 29 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/mixed-news-for-the-italian-property-mark-36166 REPlat, Italy’s first multiple listing service is reporting a mixed outlook for the Italian property market with the biggest issue faced by agents being the unrealistic prices requested by vendors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/mixed-news-for-the-italian-property-mark-36166 Wed, 28 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bulgaria-luxury-prices-drop-40-36172 Luxury homes in parts of Bulgaria have diminished in value by about 40 per cent since the onset of the global economic downturn, while the number of sellers of such properties has doubled, according to a report in the Sofia Echo. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bulgaria-luxury-prices-drop-40-36172 Wed, 28 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-shiller-warns-prices-could-be-in-bu-36169 Robert Shiller, the man who predicted the dot com bubble in his best-selling book Irrational Exuberance has warned that house prices in some areas of the US could be approaching bubble territory. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-shiller-warns-prices-could-be-in-bu-36169 Wed, 28 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-to-hold-first-propert-36173 UK magazine and exhibition company A Place in the Sun is set to auction 70 Spanish properties at a property auction to be held in London on 13th December. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-to-hold-first-propert-36173 Wed, 28 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-portal-to-take-on-rightmove-36162 Another property portal has launched with the intention of taking on Rightmove in the UK property portal market. Radar Homes is aiming to break Rightmove’s virtual monopoly by offering agents who sign up a shareholding in the business. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-portal-to-take-on-rightmove-36162 Wed, 28 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-developer-chooses-prison-over-wi-36109 A Sicilian property developer who was transferred from prison to house arrest has attempted to get himself put back behind bars to escape arguments with his wife. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-developer-chooses-prison-over-wi-36109 Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-ruling-to-address-spanish-bank-repos-36104 A new ruling by the Bank of Spain could force Spanish banks to release more discounted property onto the market and address what some agents are calling the “myth” that it’s possible to obtain genuine price discounts from banks. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-ruling-to-address-spanish-bank-repos-36104 Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-property-market-surge-36106 French residential property prices rose 0.1% in September and are now up 2.8% in six months according to figures published by The Federation Nationale de l'Immobilier (FNAIM). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/french-property-market-surge-36106 Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-luxury-residential-property-fund-lau-36105 Luxury property specialists, Nick and Christian Candy are set to list a new high-end residential property fund. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-luxury-residential-property-fund-lau-36105 Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rich-germans-demand-higher-taxes-36108 A group of rich Germans has launched a petition calling for the government to force wealthy people pay higher taxes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rich-germans-demand-higher-taxes-36108 Tue, 27 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thai-s-scared-off-by-fractional-36078 Fractional ownership may not appeal to buyers in Thailand, due to their unfamiliarity with the concept and the lack of regulation, experts warn. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thai-s-scared-off-by-fractional-36078 Mon, 26 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-award-winners-announced-36072 Overseas Property Professional has announced this year’s winners of its industry awards. Judges of the nine categories included Thijs Stoffer, president of ICREA; Paul Owen, chief executive of the AIPP; Ian Tonge, chairman of NAEA International and John Sebree, vice president of policy at the Florida Association of Realtors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-award-winners-announced-36072 Mon, 26 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-new-developments-not-viable-till-36070 New real estate projects will not be commercially viable in Dubai until 2012 due to weak demand and a glut of unsold inventory, consultants say. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-new-developments-not-viable-till-36070 Mon, 26 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-queen-makes-killing-in-property-36076 Fair play to the Queen! Between her grueling schedule of charity work and state engagements, she has found time to ensure her property portfolio has beaten the market by 11.8% over the past 6 months. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-queen-makes-killing-in-property-36076 Mon, 26 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hong-kong-acts-to-curb-property-boom-36075 Barely a week after a developer in Hong Kong set the world price record for the sale of an apartment; the authorities have introduced new legislation to dampen demand at the top-end of the market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hong-kong-acts-to-curb-property-boom-36075 Mon, 26 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/banks-offer-investors-money-to-buy-anyt-36009 Banks, under pressure from the UK government for not lending enough are offering “low risk” investors money to buy “anything” according to a fascinating report by London’s Evening Standard. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/banks-offer-investors-money-to-buy-anyt-36009 Wed, 21 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertyfinder-brand-will-no-longer-be-m-36007 The Propertyfinder name, the oldest of all UK property portals, will no longer receive any marketing effort or budget following the portal’s take-over by Zoopla. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertyfinder-brand-will-no-longer-be-m-36007 Wed, 21 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hotel-occupancy-rates-see-sharp-drop-36008 Hotel occupancy rates in Panama City fell to 56.4% in August, down from a high of 70.9% in 2008 according to a report in La Prensa. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/hotel-occupancy-rates-see-sharp-drop-36008 Wed, 21 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-developer-launches-legal-cas-35981 A Gold Coast property developer has is suing his former business associate claiming he was defamed by an "extravagant and sensational" story on the Today Tonight show. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-developer-launches-legal-cas-35981 Tue, 20 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-bank-governor-hits-out-at-ridicu-35982 Miguel Angel Fernadez Ordonez, Governor of the Bank of Spain has told the Spanish press that Spain’s “ridiculous” rental laws are having a negative effect on the housing market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-bank-governor-hits-out-at-ridicu-35982 Tue, 20 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russians-eye-new-york-real-estate-35978 Russian property buyers and real estate funds are returning to the New York real estate market reports The Moscow Times. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russians-eye-new-york-real-estate-35978 Tue, 20 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-20-r-31754 Once again our research team has analysed the most visible overseas proeprty portals on the web. It's good news for Rightmove and The Move Channel and newcomer Mondinion.com is the highest climber up 11 places. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-20-r-31754 Tue, 20 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-the-worst-is-over-says-ministry-o-35910 Despite price falls of 8% this year, the market is beginning to stabilize and now is the time to buy according to Spain’s Ministry of Housing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-the-worst-is-over-says-ministry-o-35910 Mon, 19 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-emaar-could-shelve-plans-for-burj-d-35907 Emaar could shelve plans to build 13 high-rise towers earmarked for the site of the world’s tallest building in Dubai after investors transferred their down payments to other projects. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-emaar-could-shelve-plans-for-burj-d-35907 Mon, 19 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-best-investment-destinations-35909 Global Property Guide has put together a list of the most attractive property investment destinations across the world. Their research team has ranked 77 of the world’s largest cities according to the average gross rental yields. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-best-investment-destinations-35909 Mon, 19 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-sells-estate-agency-for-a-pound-35906 Lloyds Banking Group has reached an agreement in principle to sell Halifax Estate Agencies, the fourth largest estate agency chain in the UK, to LSL Property, the industry’s third biggest agency for the nominal sum of £1. In addition to paying the pocket-money price, LSL is to receive assets including £8m worth of freehold property plus £22.2m in cash to cover other costs, such as rebranding and redundancy payments. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bank-sells-estate-agency-for-a-pound-35906 Mon, 19 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-roman-carel-35213 Roman Carel’s journey into overseas property is unusual. After an internship with Pierre & Vacances, he turned down their offer of employment to set up his own internet price comparison service. The gamble paid off. He sold out to Price Runner a few years later for a tidy profit. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-roman-carel-35213 Fri, 16 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/nestoria-to-launch-in-australia-35712 European property search engine giant Nestoria is to follow in the footsteps of Google by launching into the Australian market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/nestoria-to-launch-in-australia-35712 Thu, 15 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-developer-sets-world-price-reco-35710 A Hong Kong property developer has sold an apartment for a world record price of HK$71,280 (US$9,200) per square foot less than three months after the territory emerged from recession. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-developer-sets-world-price-reco-35710 Thu, 15 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-tax-relief-abolition-to-add-2200-35721 The Spanish government has announced its intention to abolish mortgage tax relief beginning in 2011 which experts warn could add another €22,000 to the cost of buying property.The Spanish government has announced its intention to abolish mortgage tax relief beginning in 2011 which experts warn could add another €22,000 to the cost of buying property. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-tax-relief-abolition-to-add-2200-35721 Thu, 15 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-foreclosure-rates-buck-national-35719 The number of homes entering foreclosure in Florida was down 6% from the second to third quarters compared to a US-wide increase of 2%, according to reports from a California-based real-estate-research company. However, the Sunshine State still ranks fourth in terms of the proportion of households in foreclosure, with one in every 158 housing units in some stage of the process. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-foreclosure-rates-buck-national-35719 Thu, 15 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-fine-country-expand-franchise-net-35713 High-end real estate brokerage Fine & Country has expanded its network of agent licensees despite the recent downturn in the market which has seen prices drop by 50% in some areas. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-fine-country-expand-franchise-net-35713 Thu, 15 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-new-hybrid-mortgage-product-laun-35626 French mortgage specialists, Athena Mortgages has launched a new hybrid product in conjunction with a major French bank. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-new-hybrid-mortgage-product-laun-35626 Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europeans-turn-their-eyes-to-florida-35632 The Herald Tribune runs with a feature on the rise of international buyers purchasing in Florida. Western European buyers account for 38% of the total number of foreigner purchasers in the Sunshine state with the British the largest segment. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europeans-turn-their-eyes-to-florida-35632 Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-halifax-estate-agents-in-takeover-t-35617 The UK’s third largest estate agency group, LSL Property Services is in talks with Lloyds Banking Group to finance the purchase of Halifax Estate Agency, the UK’s number four player. If the deal goes through, LSL would add 220 branches to its network propelling it to second place behind Countrywide. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-halifax-estate-agents-in-takeover-t-35617 Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australian-property-prices-tipped-to-ris-35631 Property prices across Australia are expected to grow by as much as 23 percent over the next three years, according to a new report. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australian-property-prices-tipped-to-ris-35631 Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-housing-sales-fall-in-august-35625 Property sales volumes fell 8.2 percent in August, the first month-on-month decline for three months, according to the National Statistics Institute. Sales volumes were 34,019 in August, down 9.9% year on year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-housing-sales-fall-in-august-35625 Wed, 14 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-new-flights-to-boost-property-35563 St Lucia’s property market is due to receive a boost when three major airlines commence new flights this autumn. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-new-flights-to-boost-property-35563 Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/foreign-developers-eye-egypt-for-growth-35564 Overseas developers are expanding into Egypt to take advantage of its rapidly growing local market, its close proximity to African and European buyer markets and recent reforms which simplify doing business there. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/foreign-developers-eye-egypt-for-growth-35564 Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portugal-developer-to-launch-nick-faldo-35568 Planning consent has been given for a new Nick Faldo designed golf course and luxury property development in the Ponta do Pargo region of Madiera. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portugal-developer-to-launch-nick-faldo-35568 Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-nakheel-to-cut-500-jobs-35558 Nakheel, Dubai’s state-owned property group is to set to make up to 500 redundancies now that The emirate's "Cityscape Dubai 2009" show is over. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-nakheel-to-cut-500-jobs-35558 Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-portal-slashes-prices-by-83-35557 Spanish property portal, Property Net Spain has cut its prices by 83% in a bid to recruit new customers. The move coincides with the sites re-launch with sees the integration of Google maps into their property search system. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-portal-slashes-prices-by-83-35557 Tue, 13 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-police-to-probe-holiday-property-35509 British police are to investigate an advertising scam that appeared on the website HolidayLettings.co.uk, part of Rightmove. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-police-to-probe-holiday-property-35509 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/britain-ireland-have-worst-quality-of-35508 British and Irish people have the worst quality of life in Europe, according to a new report which shows France and Spain topping the table. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/britain-ireland-have-worst-quality-of-35508 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/panama-developers-turn-away-from-oversea-35511 Property developers in Panama are turning their attention away from luxury apartments aimed at foreigners to focus on the construction of projects aimed at the local market, according to Jaime Jované, President of Panamanian Chamber of Construction (CAPAC). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/panama-developers-turn-away-from-oversea-35511 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-accused-of-restricting-access-to-35525 The European Commission is to send a formal request to Cyprus concerning its national legislation which restricts the activities of estate agents from other member countries operating in the country. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-accused-of-restricting-access-to-35525 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-61-of-agents-rated-as-poor-35512 A survey interviewing 178 property buyers in Dubai over a four month period found that 61% of investors rated the agents they used as either “poor” or “very poor”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-61-of-agents-rated-as-poor-35512 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-expats-slammed-for-scalpel-touri-35514 The Olive Press report today on tensions between the Spanish Health Service and overseas holiday home owners who are alleged to be stretching finite resources. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-expats-slammed-for-scalpel-touri-35514 Mon, 12 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/eu-directive-could-add-to-developers-co-35397 Landlord Assist is reporting that new legislation from the EU could require all properties across the region to make “reasonable adjustments” to allow people with disabilities to occupy them regardless of whether the properties are let to such tenants or not. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/eu-directive-could-add-to-developers-co-35397 Thu, 08 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cityscape-tongue-in-cheek-exhibitor-pr-35395 Stephen Fidler from Exacta Consulting in Dubai provides an interesting summary of Cityscape Dubai, one of the world’s largest property exhibitions. As part of his blog on Building.co.uk, Stephen awards prizes to exhibitors who made a real effort (or otherwise) to attract business. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cityscape-tongue-in-cheek-exhibitor-pr-35395 Thu, 08 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-discriminate-against-overse-35396 OPP report today that overseas agents are struggling to access repossessed properties as banks are favouring local agents and investors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-banks-discriminate-against-overse-35396 Thu, 08 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-experts-disagree-on-market-future-35365 Experts at Cityscape Dubai have failed to agree on the future direction of the property market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-experts-disagree-on-market-future-35365 Wed, 07 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-property-show-bucks-industry-tre-35367 The Moscow International Investment Show is reporting visitor numbers are on a par with previous events, bucking the general decline in visitors seen at other overseas property shows this year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-property-show-bucks-industry-tre-35367 Wed, 07 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fractional-developer-files-for-bankr-35355 Fractional property developer, Lake Tahoe Development has filed for voluntarily chapter 11 protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court, in Sacramento, California. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fractional-developer-files-for-bankr-35355 Wed, 07 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egyptian-developer-looks-abroad-for-oppo-35361 Egypt's residential property developer, Sixth of October Development and Investment (SODIC) is looking to expand overseas, and is eyeing Saudi Arabia in particular to tap into the Kingdoms strong demand for real estate. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egyptian-developer-looks-abroad-for-oppo-35361 Wed, 07 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/merger-to-create-world-s-largest-develop-35308 Emaar Properties is in the process of finalizing a merger which will create the world’s largest property developer with combined assets of $52.8 billion. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/merger-to-create-world-s-largest-develop-35308 Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-s-first-fractional-conference-to-be-35313 A new conference, claiming to be Asia’s first on the subject of alternative ownership is to open next week in Phuket,Thailand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-s-first-fractional-conference-to-be-35313 Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-overseas-buyers-down-76-y-o-y-35311 The Cypriot Land Registry has released figures showing property purchases by foreigners has declined 76% in the first nine months of 2009 compared with the same period in 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-overseas-buyers-down-76-y-o-y-35311 Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/king-sturge-puts-spanish-arm-into-liquid-35310 Giant UK commercial developer, King Sturge has put the Spanish arm of its business into liquidation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/king-sturge-puts-spanish-arm-into-liquid-35310 Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exhibition-numbers-hold-up-despite-the-s-35315 A Place in the Sun Live, a barometer for the health of UK overseas property industry is reporting the highest ever ratio of visitors to exhibitors at Birmingham’s NEC last weekend. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exhibition-numbers-hold-up-despite-the-s-35315 Tue, 06 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-random-companies-jump-on-property-35216 Singapore electronics manufacturer Aztech has become the latest company to announce a foray into boutique property development, joining the likes of bookstore chain Popular Holdings, jewellers Aspial and Heeton Holdings, once a major player in the meat and fish wholesaling business. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/asia-random-companies-jump-on-property-35216 Thu, 01 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-timeshare-sales-fall-through-the-flo-35215 The American Resort Development Association (ARDA) reports sales of timeshare property are down 30% on this time last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-timeshare-sales-fall-through-the-flo-35215 Thu, 01 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/more-misleading-property-price-figures-35224 Spain’s National Institute of Statistics (INE) has published its latest figures which suggest that the rate of price falls across Spain maybe slowing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/more-misleading-property-price-figures-35224 Thu, 01 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-jailed-for-life-35225 A property developer has been jailed for life for murdering a tenant who refused to move out of one of his properties. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-jailed-for-life-35225 Thu, 01 October 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/90-mortgages-return-to-spain-and-uk-35185 International mortgage markets appear to have improved slightly this week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/90-mortgages-return-to-spain-and-uk-35185 Wed, 30 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-at-2005-levels-new-data-35186 Spanish property portal, Idealista.com is reporting that resale prices dropped to a new low during the summer. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-prices-at-2005-levels-new-data-35186 Wed, 30 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-russian-buyer-destinations-35182 Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels (JLLH) Russia have revealed their top ten holiday home destinations among their Russian clients. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-russian-buyer-destinations-35182 Wed, 30 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africans-look-for-dollar-based-pro-35184 Mauritian property agent, Matkovich and Associates is reporting a surge in purchases from South African investors looking to take advantage of the strength of the Rand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africans-look-for-dollar-based-pro-35184 Wed, 30 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheap-agent-goes-bust-35183 The UK agent, WOW Property which promised to “revolutionise the way houses are sold and bought”, has gone into administration. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheap-agent-goes-bust-35183 Wed, 30 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-surge-in-real-estate-prices-35160 The Canadian Real Estate Association have revised their real estate sales and price forecasts after low interest rates and sensible expectations about the economy have created a sense of optimism about the market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-surge-in-real-estate-prices-35160 Tue, 29 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-slight-rise-in-land-values-after-50-35156 Knight Frank Residential Development Land Index for Q3 reports a slight quarter-on-quarter rise in UK land values but urban land prices remain around 50% below their Q4 2007 peak. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-slight-rise-in-land-values-after-50-35156 Tue, 29 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/middle-estate-70-of-developments-are-o-35152 Consultancy firm, BNC provides some interesting insights into the real estate markets of the Middle East. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/middle-estate-70-of-developments-are-o-35152 Tue, 29 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-offers-commissions-on-credit-n-35155 One of the UAE’s largest developers, Emaar Properties is to offer real estate agents commission payments on sales transacted with its credit notes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-offers-commissions-on-credit-n-35155 Tue, 29 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-first-developer-emerges-from-admi-35153 Llanera, the first large Spanish developer to go into administration due to the economic crisis looks likely to emerge from court protection this week after re-structuring its debts. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-first-developer-emerges-from-admi-35153 Tue, 29 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/munich-and-paris-beat-london-to-top-prop-35131 Munich, followed by Paris, have emerged as the two most attractive European cities for property investment for commercial real estate investors according to Jones Lang LaSalle’s Investment Management’s eleventh European Regional Economic Growth Index. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/munich-and-paris-beat-london-to-top-prop-35131 Mon, 28 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/middle-east-distressed-property-hotspots-35130 The Kuwait Financial centre (known as Markaz) is warning against buying distressed property in Dubai and Bahrain despite huge recent price falls and the creation of a number of distressed property funds focusing on Dubai. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/middle-east-distressed-property-hotspots-35130 Mon, 28 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/indonesia-10-reasons-why-bali-real-esta-35133 Property Report Asia has put together some compelling arguments as to why the real estate market in Bali is set to grow significantly in the medium term. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/indonesia-10-reasons-why-bali-real-esta-35133 Mon, 28 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-no-improvement-in-real-estate-cor-35132 Transparency International’s 2009 Global Corruption report shows that Spain has made no improvement since last year, ranking in 28th place (1st place is the least corrupt).. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-no-improvement-in-real-estate-cor-35132 Mon, 28 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-s-most-profitable-property-portals-35128 Simon Baker, Founder of Property Portal Watch and former CEO of REA Group has put together a list of the world’s top revenue generating property sites. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-s-most-profitable-property-portals-35128 Mon, 28 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-luxury-hotel-sees-salvation-in-re-35081 A luxury hotel in Dubai will be converted into residential property as dwindling tourist numbers, the economic downturn and a hotel price war have taken their toll on profitability. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-luxury-hotel-sees-salvation-in-re-35081 Thu, 24 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marriott-scales-back-fractional-plans-35076 Marriott International, operator of the Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotel chains is scaling back its investment in fractional ownership schemes due to soft demand and over-supply of high-end luxury real estate. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marriott-scales-back-fractional-plans-35076 Thu, 24 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-golf-contract-clause-scuppers-d-35084 Bonita Bay, one of the leading developers in Naples, Florida is on the brink of bankruptcy due to a clause its contracts offering buyers a refund on their golf memberships. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-golf-contract-clause-scuppers-d-35084 Thu, 24 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-exhibitor-numbers-could-be-down-85-35086 The number of exhibitors at Cityscape Dubai appears to have fallen up to 85 percent year-on-year, according to a report from Maktoob. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-exhibitor-numbers-could-be-down-85-35086 Thu, 24 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-market-shows-signs-of-stabilizin-35082 The Italian real estate market is showing signs of stabilizing according to two of Italy’s most established estate agents. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/italian-market-shows-signs-of-stabilizin-35082 Thu, 24 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bad-business-models-keep-fractional-sale-35053 OPP report today that a lack of consumer awareness and problematic business models are hindering sales of fractionized property developments. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bad-business-models-keep-fractional-sale-35053 Wed, 23 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-sells-1250-units-in-2-hours-35050 Most developers I speak to would be happy to make 1250 sales in two years let alone two hours but India’s largest developer, DLF has not only managed these incrediable sales numbers but they also raised their prices 26% before doing so. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-sells-1250-units-in-2-hours-35050 Wed, 23 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-disciplinary-for-agent-who-outed-les-35048 A UK estate agent has been charged with “failing to act with integrity” by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for referencing the word “lesbians” on property a description on Rightmove.co.uk. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-disciplinary-for-agent-who-outed-les-35048 Wed, 23 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-push-london-prices-to-ne-35051 The Prime London market is being buoyed by cash-rich overseas buyers who in some cases are willing to pay above the asking the prices for properties in the best areas. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-buyers-push-london-prices-to-ne-35051 Wed, 23 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-tv-stars-lego-house-faces-50000-d-35024 It seems the recession is not just affecting the real world’s property markets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-tv-stars-lego-house-faces-50000-d-35024 Tue, 22 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-to-construct-1-million-new-homes-35016 The Brazilian government is planning to build one million new residential properties between now and 2011 according to HomesOverseas.co.uk. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-to-construct-1-million-new-homes-35016 Tue, 22 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-to-employ-12000-staff-35015 CityCentre, a joint venture between MGM Mirage and Infinity World Development Corp, a subsidiary of Dubai World is embarking on the largest single hiring spree in the US. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/developer-to-employ-12000-staff-35015 Tue, 22 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-new-site-to-source-bank-owned-proper-35011 Brad Geisen, founder of Foreclosure.com has launched a site to help US banks offload property to agents and investors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-new-site-to-source-bank-owned-proper-35011 Tue, 22 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-zealand-to-introduce-cgt-35012 New Zealand is set to introduce capital gains tax with the announcement of a review to its tax system. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-zealand-to-introduce-cgt-35012 Tue, 22 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-25-overseas-property-destinations-34918 The Global Leads system gives us access to an unprecedented volume of lead data from a cross-section of overseas property portals and affiliate partners. We look at the most popular destinations in July and August. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-25-overseas-property-destinations-34918 Mon, 21 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-government-title-deed-proposals-34966 The Cypriot government has submitted four draft bills to help solve the Title Deed issue problem. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-government-title-deed-proposals-34966 Mon, 21 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-emaar-nakheel-u-turn-on-cityscape-34968 Just days after stating that they would not be exhibiting at Cityscape, Dubai’s largest developers Emaar and Nakheel have u-turned, announcing that they will now participate. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-emaar-nakheel-u-turn-on-cityscape-34968 Mon, 21 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-mass-market-holiday-home-develope-34965 Torrevieja-based real estate developer and agency, Torrevisa-Masa International (better known as Masa International) is seeking protection from its creditors, according to reports in the Spanish press. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-mass-market-holiday-home-develope-34965 Mon, 21 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-sales-treble-in-uk-hotspots-34969 Autumn sales in some parts of the UK are running at two to three times last year’s levels according to reports from Savills, Knight Frank and Chesterton Humberts. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-sales-treble-in-uk-hotspots-34969 Mon, 21 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/emaar-and-nahkeel-to-miss-cityscape-34932 Emaar Properties and Nakheel, two of the largest property developers in the UAE will not be taking part in the country’s biggest property exhibition, Cityscape which begins on October 7th in Dubai. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/emaar-and-nahkeel-to-miss-cityscape-34932 Fri, 18 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-positive-market-signals-34935 Activity in the French property market appears to be picking up according agent network Sextant Property and mortgage specialists Athena Mortgages. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-positive-market-signals-34935 Fri, 18 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/which-backs-naming-and-shaming-of-agent-34922 UK consumer watchdog Which? says it would back the identification of estate agents who have complaints upheld against them by the Ombudsman. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/which-backs-naming-and-shaming-of-agent-34922 Fri, 18 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/chinese-property-sales-rise-53-34933 The Chinese National Bureau of Statistics is reporting that property transactions are up 53% in the first six months of the year compared to the same period in 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/chinese-property-sales-rise-53-34933 Fri, 18 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-international-sales-fall-10-34936 The National Association of Realtors reports that international sales by US agents fell 10% in the 12 months to May 2009 to an estimated 154,000 properties. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-international-sales-fall-10-34936 Fri, 18 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-5-medical-tourism-destinations-34886 With the world’s first-world population ageing fast, medical tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the travel and tourism industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-5-medical-tourism-destinations-34886 Thu, 17 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-dragon-sets-up-1bn-home-buying-fund-34893 James Caan, star of BBC hit series Dragons Den is to set up a £1 billion fund to help kick-start the UK housing market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-dragon-sets-up-1bn-home-buying-fund-34893 Thu, 17 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-says-no-to-worlds-tallest-bui-34894 The Abu Dhabi Executive Council have rejected a plan to build a 224-storey building that was billed as the new “world’s tallest tower”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-says-no-to-worlds-tallest-bui-34894 Thu, 17 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-reject-far-flung-overseas-property-34875 New figures from Conti, the UK’s largest overseas mortgage specialist, suggest British buyers are rejecting more far flung destinations in favour of traditional favourites like France and Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brits-reject-far-flung-overseas-property-34875 Thu, 17 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-housing-crisis-is-over-says-warren-b-34884 Warren Buffet, one of the most successful investors in history (net worth US $62 billion), told CNBC yesterday that the residential real estate crisis in the US is approaching an end. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-housing-crisis-is-over-says-warren-b-34884 Thu, 17 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-industry-split-on-title-deeds-34847 Proposals by the Cyprus government to speed up the issuing of title deeds has been met with a mixed response from the industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-industry-split-on-title-deeds-34847 Wed, 16 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-mandatory-licencing-for-uk-agents-34839 The Property Standards Board (PCB) is today calling for mandatory licensing for all UK estate and lettings agents. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-mandatory-licencing-for-uk-agents-34839 Wed, 16 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fewer-agents-see-foreign-buyers-34848 Less than one in four (22.5%) US realtors surveyed by the National Association of Realtors reported having at least one client in the 12 months ending May 2009. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-fewer-agents-see-foreign-buyers-34848 Wed, 16 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portal-sells-up-34846 Dothomes, a UK-owned portal that made headlines in the US for claiming it was “neck and neck” with Trulia.com in terms of US visitor numbers is to sell the site to the highest bidder at an auction next month. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portal-sells-up-34846 Wed, 16 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/institutions-stay-away-from-internationa-34791 OPP reports today that institutional funds are not returning to international residential property despite the stabilizing of many global markets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/institutions-stay-away-from-internationa-34791 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/singapore-moves-to-curb-property-market-34795 The Singapore government is moving to dampen speculation in the country’s property markets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/singapore-moves-to-curb-property-market-34795 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-seized-bank-plans-vegas-firesale-34792 The Las Vegas Sun reports that the regulator responsible for the recently closed Corus Bank, famous for its aggressive condo development lending during the boom, is selling off its foreclosed properties which include high-profile Las Vegas projects. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-seized-bank-plans-vegas-firesale-34792 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-agent-goes-to-prison-for-writing-34793 The New York Times reports on the case on an Iraqi estate agent who is now serving three years in jail for bouncing cheques. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-agent-goes-to-prison-for-writing-34793 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-launches-in-ireland-34785 UK property portal, Globrix launches into the Irish market today claiming to be the first free-to-list portal in the Republic of Ireland. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-launches-in-ireland-34785 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-huge-developer-seeks-creditor-pro-34794 Spanish company Nozar, one of the country’s largest developers is seeking protection from its creditors after failing to reach a deal with its financiers over the re-structuring of 700 million Euros of debt, reports Spanish Property Insight. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-huge-developer-seeks-creditor-pro-34794 Tue, 15 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-builders-with-nothing-to-do-34761 Spanish Property Insight report on new figures from Spain’s College of Architects which show planning approvals down 70% year-on-year to 108,120. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-builders-with-nothing-to-do-34761 Mon, 14 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-growth-of-the-middle-market-34758 OPP are reporting on an increase in the proportion of middle and lower-end Russian buyers, purchasing property abroad. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-growth-of-the-middle-market-34758 Mon, 14 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-false-dawn-for-the-housing-market-34762 The Ernst & Young Item Club say UK house prices will not return to their 2007 peak for at least five years. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-false-dawn-for-the-housing-market-34762 Mon, 14 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-new-tactic-to-sell-units-in-world-s-34764 UAE’s second largest property developer Emaar is hoping that its new offering of waiving maintaince fees on Downtown Burj Dubai development will help revive new home sales in the world’s tallest tower. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-new-tactic-to-sell-units-in-world-s-34764 Mon, 14 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-25-places-to-retire-34720 CNN Money has put together a list of the best places to retire in the United States. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-top-25-places-to-retire-34720 Mon, 14 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-developer-requests-police-protec-34658 Mark Burby, a British property developer based in Jersey has been placed under police protection following fears that he could be targeted by the gang that killed Australian developer Michael McGurk earlier this week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/british-developer-requests-police-protec-34658 Thu, 10 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/caribbean-harlequin-signs-un-trade-agre-34657 Harlequin Hotels & Resorts have signed a UN trade body agreement to ensure their Caribbean resort benefits the local population and environment reports OPP. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/caribbean-harlequin-signs-un-trade-agre-34657 Thu, 10 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-prices-bottoming-out-sa-34654 Residential property prices in Spain fell by 8.9% year-on-year to the end of August according to the TINSA property price index. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-prices-bottoming-out-sa-34654 Thu, 10 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-century-21-sues-property-portal-34644 Global estate agency chain, Century 21 is suing property portal Zoocasa for scraping its Canadian real estate listings without permission, reports the National Post. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-century-21-sues-property-portal-34644 Thu, 10 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/red-cards-for-fractional-sellers-34577 RERA, Dubai’s property regulator has begun issuing identity card to agents in an effort to clean up the sector which has been marred by recent high-profile contractual disputes and cases of fraud. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/red-cards-for-fractional-sellers-34577 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-mgm-signs-exclusive-agent-deal-34569 MGM, one of the biggest property developers in the French Alps is to sell through a UK agent for the first time in its 46 year history, according to OPP. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-mgm-signs-exclusive-agent-deal-34569 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-large-developer-takes-huge-hit-34586 Fortune International, one of Florida’s largest residential developers is staring a $30 million loss after its closed down resort, Sonesta Beach was sold off to an Argentinean developer at a knock-down price. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-large-developer-takes-huge-hit-34586 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/taylor-woodrow-to-tour-england-with-span-34585 UK developer Taylor Woodrow is to mark its 50th anniversary with a tour of England promoting its portfolio which includes cut-price Spanish property. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/taylor-woodrow-to-tour-england-with-span-34585 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-s-biggest-fraudster-sells-holiday-34582 If you have clients who would be interested in buying the New York holiday home of the world’s most infamous fraudster, Bernard Maddoff, I’m afraid you are too late. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/world-s-biggest-fraudster-sells-holiday-34582 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-estate-agents-among-the-worst-car-dr-34574 Estate Agents are the sixth most likely profession to be involved in a car accident according to a new study from UK insurance firm Churchill. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-estate-agents-among-the-worst-car-dr-34574 Wed, 09 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-magazine-ceases-productio-34533 Globespan Media owners of Homes Overseas magazine have decided to publish the magazine “online only” following a strategic review. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-magazine-ceases-productio-34533 Tue, 08 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-ceo-arrested-for-fraud-34532 The Chief Executive of Lake View Real Estate in the UAE has been arrested on suspicion of fraud following complaints by around 30 investors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-ceo-arrested-for-fraud-34532 Tue, 08 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africa-new-110-mortgage-34542 It seems some banks have learned very little from the credit crunch. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africa-new-110-mortgage-34542 Tue, 08 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spains-rich-eye-overseas-property-34544 Reuters is reporting that Spain’s newly rich are investing in property overseas to increase their wealth over the long term. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spains-rich-eye-overseas-property-34544 Tue, 08 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-property-developer-shot-dead-34506 A millionaire property developer has been shot dead outside his home in an exclusive suburb of Sydney, Australia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-property-developer-shot-dead-34506 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/las-vegas-condo-buyers-lose-big-34517 Business Week journalist Chris Palmeri reports that developers and buyers are losing huge sums of money in the condo/hotel market in Las Vegas. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/las-vegas-condo-buyers-lose-big-34517 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/barcelona-outperforming-rest-of-spain-34523 Property Showrooms follows up on an article in the Daily Mail reporting that the Barcelona property market is holding up much better than other areas of Spain. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/barcelona-outperforming-rest-of-spain-34523 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-developer-defends-legal-action-again-34505 A property developer who issued legal action against customers that failed to meet payment deadlines on apartments they booked at the time of the housing boom has defended the move. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-developer-defends-legal-action-again-34505 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-boom-time-in-miami-34508 The Miami Herald reports on a mini boom in the downtown Miami condo market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-boom-time-in-miami-34508 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/saudi-arabia-approves-gcc-monetary-union-34509 Saudi Arabia, the biggest country in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has decided to support monetary union in the region. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/saudi-arabia-approves-gcc-monetary-union-34509 Mon, 07 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europe-top-5-alternative-ski-property-l-34456 Overseas Property Mall have picked out five ski destinations in Europe that offer bargain property prices. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europe-top-5-alternative-ski-property-l-34456 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-plan-to-demolish-2000-homes-in-ch-34471 Mark Stucklin reports that the town of Chiclana is facing the possible nightmare scenario of having to bulldoze over 2000 homes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-plan-to-demolish-2000-homes-in-ch-34471 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-1500-repossessions-to-be-auctioned-o-34459 Online auctioning company RealtyBid.com is to auction 1500 REO properties in September, reports Housing Wire. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-1500-repossessions-to-be-auctioned-o-34459 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/luxury-developer-sparks-lie-detector-inv-34451 It’s Friday and you may not have made many sales this week but let’s put it in perspective. At least you’re not making your staff take lie detector tests. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/luxury-developer-sparks-lie-detector-inv-34451 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-more-direct-flights-planned-34455 OPP is reporting on plans by British Airways to increase the number of direct flights from London to St Lucia from three to five times a week. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-lucia-more-direct-flights-planned-34455 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/boom-in-property-portal-numbers-34453 PropertyPortalWatch are reporting that traffic figures on a number of portals around the world are breaking new records. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/boom-in-property-portal-numbers-34453 Fri, 04 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cayman-islands-faces-bankruptcy-34428 The Cayman Islands, tax haven and overseas property destination for wealthy bankers and hedge fund managers is heading for bankruptcy according The Guardian. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cayman-islands-faces-bankruptcy-34428 Thu, 03 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-warming-forces-switzerland-to-re-34425 Global warming is dissolving the Alpine glaciers to such an extent that Italy and Switzerland have decided to re-draw their national borders reports The Independent. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-warming-forces-switzerland-to-re-34425 Thu, 03 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-developer-secret-millionaire-bankr-34432 Midlands-based property developer Check Whyte who gave away tens of thousands of pounds on Channel 4’s Secret Millionaire programme has been declared bankrupt, solicitors said today. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-developer-secret-millionaire-bankr-34432 Thu, 03 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-new-75-mortgage-launched-34426 Abu Dhabi Finance is targeting overseas investors with a new range of mortgage products called “Compass” according to OPP. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-new-75-mortgage-launched-34426 Thu, 03 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trump-gets-approval-for-world-s-greates-34429 Real estate billionaire Donald Trump has been given permission by Aberdeenshire Council to expand the site of what he claims will be “the world’s greatest golf course”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trump-gets-approval-for-world-s-greates-34429 Thu, 03 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-55-premium-on-hotel-managed-p-34355 Fractional Life lead with a report from Thai consulting firm C9 Hotelworks which shows mixed use hotel managed projects on Phuket are a attracting a 55% price per square meter premium versus pure residential units. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-55-premium-on-hotel-managed-p-34355 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-hampton-s-opens-cairo-office-34353 High-end UK estate agency chain Hamptons has opened an office in Cairo reports OPP. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-hampton-s-opens-cairo-office-34353 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-moody-s-upgrade-expected-34367 Reuters reports that Brazil’s Finance Minister Guido Mantega is expecting Brazil to earn the much-coveted investment-grade rating this month. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-moody-s-upgrade-expected-34367 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-billionaire-zell-to-invest-in-distre-34366 Property billionaire and newspaper proprietor Sam Zell has raised $625 million to launch the Zell Credit Opportunities Fund which will invest in a number of securities including those backed by real estate assets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-billionaire-zell-to-invest-in-distre-34366 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-to-raise-taxes-on-the-rich-34350 Kyero.com report on a statement by Jose Blanco, Spain’s Public Works Minister that hints at tax rises for the “rich”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-to-raise-taxes-on-the-rich-34350 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-22000-for-hip-s-logo-34348 There is nothing UK agents love to hate more than Home Information Packs (HIP’s). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-22000-for-hip-s-logo-34348 Wed, 02 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/paradise-lost-fiji-developers-34326 The New Zealand Herald reports that three of the biggest Zealand-funded developments in Fiji are in financial trouble. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/paradise-lost-fiji-developers-34326 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-new-airport-to-boost-fractional-34322 Fractional Life reports that Florida’s new airport in Panama City is set to boost the real estate market by up to 72% according to a prediction on CNN Money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-new-airport-to-boost-fractional-34322 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-3000-tax-evaders-face-justice-34327 Following the lead of the US, authorities in France have obtained the details of 3000 French citizens holding Swiss bank accounts. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-3000-tax-evaders-face-justice-34327 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/24-billion-wiped-off-holiday-home-value-34318 FT.com puts meat on the bones of the usual boom to bust story with some interesting and quite shocking numbers on the extent of the damage done to overseas property buyers and by implication to our industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/24-billion-wiped-off-holiday-home-value-34318 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-illegal-holiday-rentals-promoted-34316 Official figures reveal that one third of tourists arriving in Cyprus stay in unlicenced holiday accommodation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cyprus-illegal-holiday-rentals-promoted-34316 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-apits-partners-with-rightmove-34323 UK property show A Place in the Sun Live has partnered with Rightmove.co.uk to promote its Birmingham show at the NEC which runs from October 2nd to 4th. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-apits-partners-with-rightmove-34323 Tue, 01 September 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-google-moving-into-the-mortgage-marke-34269 An interesting legal case if the US suggests Google is considering launching a mortgage comparison service similar to MoneySupermarket.com in the UK and Lending Tree in the US. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-google-moving-into-the-mortgage-marke-34269 Fri, 28 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/return-of-the-lucky-hunt-34272 The Rat & Mouse report that Foxtons founder Jon Hunt is returning to the residential property market with a serviced apartments business. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/return-of-the-lucky-hunt-34272 Fri, 28 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cityscape-dubai-predicts-30-drop-in-vis-34277 Arabian Business reports on a statement by Cityscape Dubai’s managing director that visitor numbers are expected to be down between 25-30 percent. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cityscape-dubai-predicts-30-drop-in-vis-34277 Fri, 28 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-top-auction-business-launches-fra-34286 Direct Auctions, a Marbella-based online auction company has launched a franchise scheme for agents in Spain and other overseas property destinations around the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spain-top-auction-business-launches-fra-34286 Fri, 28 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-dangerous-cities-in-the-worl-34282 As Bernard Hornung points out , security is a primary motivation for wealthy overseas property buyers who live in dangerous areas. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-most-dangerous-cities-in-the-worl-34282 Fri, 28 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/panama-overseas-property-owners-may-be-34118 Panama Investor Blog reports that the Hotel Association of Panama is blaming rental management companies and by implication the overseas property owners who employ them for a sharp drop in hotel occupancy rates in Panama City. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/panama-overseas-property-owners-may-be-34118 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-new-home-sales-rise-9-6-34137 FT.com is reporting more positive news on the US housing market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-new-home-sales-rise-9-6-34137 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-minister-blames-everyone-but-him-34120 Spanish Property Insight reports that Spanish minister of employment Celestino Corbacho is blaming Spain’s property crash on bank greed. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-minister-blames-everyone-but-him-34120 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-distressed-property-company-goes-bus-34138 The Distressed Property Company owned by UK minor celebrity Grant Bovey has been wound up according to Residential Landlord. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-distressed-property-company-goes-bus-34138 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-savills-makes-100000-profit-in-6-m-34139 Property Week reports Savill’s pre-tax profits fell from £33.4 million to £100,000 compared to the same period in 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-savills-makes-100000-profit-in-6-m-34139 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-nakeel-s-innovative-cash-flow-sch-34149 The FT reports today on a scheme by Dubai’s largest developer, Nakeel to improve cash flow. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/dubai-nakeel-s-innovative-cash-flow-sch-34149 Thu, 27 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-house-prices-bottom-out-34134 New house price figures from the Case Shiller index feature prominently across US media today Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/florida-house-prices-bottom-out-34134 Wed, 26 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-figures-show-recovery-in-7-of-world-34140 Global Property Guide run with their global quarterly house price update. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-figures-show-recovery-in-7-of-world-34140 Wed, 26 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-call-to-regulate-sourcing-and-invest-34135 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-call-to-regulate-sourcing-and-invest-34135 Wed, 26 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europe-in-trouble-but-us-uk-will-fair-34141 The Times is predicting a strong economic recovery in the US and perhaps the UK but fears for the worst in continental Europe, particularly Germany. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/europe-in-trouble-but-us-uk-will-fair-34141 Wed, 26 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-thousands-of-new-villas-to-be-34133 Property Wire report that developers are planning to build almost 17,000 new villas in 23 locations in Abu Dhabi over the next five years. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/abu-dhabi-thousands-of-new-villas-to-be-34133 Wed, 26 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-chinese-buy-up-sydney-real-es-34103 China Daily reports on a growing trend of wealthy Chinese citizens buying luxury properties in Sydney. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/australia-chinese-buy-up-sydney-real-es-34103 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-prices-and-rents-rise-in-july-34101 Property Abroad runs with a report from the respected Reidin.com which shows real estate prices increasing in six major Turkish cities including Istanbul (0.84%) and Kocaeili (3.65%). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turkey-prices-and-rents-rise-in-july-34101 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bulgaria-772-hotels-for-sale-34105 Sofia news agency, Novinite.com reports that 772 hotels are currently listed for sale in Bulgaria with the cheapest on sale for €120,000. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/bulgaria-772-hotels-for-sale-34105 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-new-apartments-aimed-at-expat-34107 One of Thailand’s leading residential developers has launched a project in an up-market area of Bangkok. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-new-apartments-aimed-at-expat-34107 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-nakeel-to-be-taken-to-court-over-e-34102 Nakeel, the UAE’s largest property developer is set to be taken to the Ruler’s Court this week by tenants of Dubai Discovery Gardens who accuse the company of charging “exorbitant” service charge fees. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-nakeel-to-be-taken-to-court-over-e-34102 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-phuket-developer-completes-fin-34106 A Hong Kong based developer has completed a collection of 19 individually designed luxury villas on Phuket, Thailand. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thailand-phuket-developer-completes-fin-34106 Tue, 25 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-luxury-ski-chalet-company-goes-b-34104 The Times reports that Ski Chalet Company, Descent International has gone into administration. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/france-luxury-ski-chalet-company-goes-b-34104 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/are-spanish-banks-hiding-their-losses-34086 FT Alphaville is reporting that Spain’s total debt owed to banks from developers and the construction industry is almost 50% of Spanish GDP. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/are-spanish-banks-hiding-their-losses-34086 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-foxtons-accused-of-bullying-house-h-34087 Foxtons, the UK agent the media loves to hate is alleged to have told a buyer that she could not view properties unless she signed to take mortgage advice from their sister company. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-foxtons-accused-of-bullying-house-h-34087 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-most-and-least-affordable-cities-34089 CNN list the most and least affordable cities in the US. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-most-and-least-affordable-cities-34089 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-awards-launched-34088 Following their split from Globespan, new owners of Homesoverseas.co.uk, Trinity Mirror have launched the Homesoverseas.co.uk awards to be held on 30th November 2009. Entries cost £249. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-awards-launched-34088 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-pension-rule-change-could-boost-reti-34083 The Guardian is reporting on an expected boom in the number of people taking their pensions early before the rules change next year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-pension-rule-change-could-boost-reti-34083 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-developers-lose-their-shirts-34084 The Times is reporting on the dire state of the construction industry in Moscow Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-developers-lose-their-shirts-34084 Mon, 24 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-caffeine-to-impact-overseas-prope-33988 For the first time, Google is asking users to test its next generation search engine. How does your site rank on the new search engine? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-caffeine-to-impact-overseas-prope-33988 Wed, 12 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-expect-casualties-33849 Tough trading conditions, chronic over-supply and the launch of Google real estate are set to permanently change the overseas property portal market. It could be good news for agents and developers looking for simpler and cheaper ways to generate leads. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-expect-casualties-33849 Thu, 06 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-versus-the-property-portal-33864 On July 6th Google announced its first foray into the property portal market, offering agents in Australia free listings. We look at the problems it faces and its chance of success. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-versus-the-property-portal-33864 Wed, 05 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-ray-withers-33913 I caught up with Property Frontiers founder and emerging market specialist Ray Withers to see where he'd invest our fictional million and to ask him about his legendary dance moves at the OPP Awards in 2007. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-ray-withers-33913 Tue, 04 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-props-august-33868 Turkey, the most popular location with agents last month was pushed down the popularity list in July by competitively priced deals in France, Spain and Florida. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-props-august-33868 Mon, 03 August 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/apits-live-in-the-hunt-for-industry-semi-33751 A Place in the Sun Live is looking for presenters from the overseas property industry to speak on a wide-range of property investment and fractional ownership topics at the NEC from 2nd–4th October. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/apits-live-in-the-hunt-for-industry-semi-33751 Thu, 30 July 2009 04:39:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-overseas-property-destinations-fo-33287 Research from Russian portal 1-Property.ru reveals the ten most popular overseas locations searched for over the past six months. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-overseas-property-destinations-fo-33287 Tue, 30 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trinity-mirror-sells-homes-overseas-33219 UK newspaper giant, Trinity Mirror has sold Homes Overseas Magazine just 18 months after purchasing the title from independent publishers Globespan Media. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/trinity-mirror-sells-homes-overseas-33219 Thu, 25 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-auction-site-to-sell-leads-for-a-pou-33178 A well-known overseas property portal is to re-position itself as a lead auction service with minimum bid prices ranging from one pound to £25 depending on the quality of the lead… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-auction-site-to-sell-leads-for-a-pou-33178 Tue, 23 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-the-super-rich-33128 Bernard Hornung has taught Polo to Jose Mourinho, sold property to the Royal family and rented apartments to a former US president. I thought he would be a good person to ask for advice on selling property to super-rich… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-the-super-rich-33128 Wed, 17 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-june-33153 Turkey once again is the most popular destination searched for by agents in the Global Edge development directory. It was closely followed by Spain, Portugal, Bulgaria and Egypt. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-june-33153 Tue, 16 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-million-property-listings-and-countin-33137 In the last 14 months, Enormo.com has added 7.5 million property listings and nearly 3 million monthly unique users. I caught up with CEO Yannick Laclau to find out the secret of their success. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-million-property-listings-and-countin-33137 Mon, 15 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/no-bada-bing-for-rightmove-32833 Microsoft’s new search engine, Bing which is proving a hit with the online marketing community could mean more leads for agents and less traffic for Rightmove… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/no-bada-bing-for-rightmove-32833 Tue, 02 June 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-global-top-100-32280 Our multi-lingual team has put together a list of the internet's "most important" property portals. Hopefully you can use it as a starting point for researching marketing opportunities in a variety of overseas markets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-global-top-100-32280 Thu, 21 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fraction-man-32297 Fractional Life founder talks to Globaledge about how the fractional concept will change the future of the overseas property industry.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fraction-man-32297 Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-may-32305 In the first in a new monthly series we look at the most popular developments and investment projects on Globaledge... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-of-the-props-may-32305 Tue, 19 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-legal-perspective-upsides-an-32299 Fractional ownership seems to be one area where there is continued interest. This article seeks to examine some of the reasons for the attraction as well as giving some pointers for success... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/fractional-legal-perspective-upsides-an-32299 Sun, 17 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-links-rules-of-thumb-for-buyi-32169 There are thousands of crap directories on the internet. Many of them are not worth the time it takes to submit your site as Google has devalued them. However, there are a number of strong property links that you... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-links-rules-of-thumb-for-buyi-32169 Thu, 07 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-ebay-co-uk-moves-into-interna-31692 Ebay.co.uk, the fourth largest UK website has started listing UK and overseas property for the first time.... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-ebay-co-uk-moves-into-interna-31692 Thu, 09 April 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-billions-wait-in-the-wings-for-31706 Every week we cover hundreds of interesting news stories from the world’s media. Here’s a selection of the most interesting. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-billions-wait-in-the-wings-for-31706 Wed, 08 April 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-petersburg-show-numbers-up-23-31711 Visitor numbers for last weekend’s St Petersburg International Property Show are up 23% year-on-year according to organisers, aiGroup. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/st-petersburg-show-numbers-up-23-31711 Mon, 06 April 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-9th-april-2009-31688 More active buyers asking questions on property forums across the internet. There’s interest in, Spain, Italy, Thailand, The Middle East and Florida... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-9th-april-2009-31688 Sun, 05 April 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-track-the-property-buyers-that-31530 Google is planning a new service which will allow you track previous visitors to your website. It's a huge opportunity but it raises important ethical questions... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-track-the-property-buyers-that-31530 Wed, 25 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/going-dutch-31544 After trying his hand as a property developer and agent on the Spanish costas, Willem Balkema set up what is now the market leading overseas portal in Holland. I caught up with him to find out a little more about Dutch overseas property buyers.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/going-dutch-31544 Wed, 25 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-links-that-helped-us-rank-number-1-30740 It's taken over 12 months but Globaledge now ranks number 1 on Google.com for many terms that begin "property developers in.." Here are 10 links that we bought that helped us on our way... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-links-that-helped-us-rank-number-1-30740 Wed, 25 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-60ft-a-penis-and-a-midget-31533 Who says bad news sells? It wasn’t stories about the recession or the demise of overseas property firms that grabbed your attention this week.... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-60ft-a-penis-and-a-midget-31533 Tue, 24 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/multi-lingual-marketing-solutions-from-g-31567 Globaledge aims to help agents generate more leads, more quickly, more cost-effectively... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/multi-lingual-marketing-solutions-from-g-31567 Mon, 23 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/vef-call-creditors-meeting-31415 Reports on the London Gazette website, VEF called a creditors meeting next week Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/vef-call-creditors-meeting-31415 Tue, 17 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2-more-high-profile-causalities-of-the-o-31253 Fox TV owned Real Estate TV and property CRM and networking company PropTrack are the latest victims of the harsh trading conditions facing the overseas property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2-more-high-profile-causalities-of-the-o-31253 Thu, 12 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-cost-effective-ways-to-improve-your-g-31206 The days of lavish spending on exhibition stands and print advertising are over. Just look at the number of traditional media businesses in our market that have gone into administration recently. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-cost-effective-ways-to-improve-your-g-31206 Wed, 11 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-is-fractional-ownership-replac-31250 Every week we cover hundreds of interesting news stories from the world’s media. Here’s a selection of the most interesting. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-is-fractional-ownership-replac-31250 Tue, 10 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-12th-march-2009-31228 More active buyers asking questions on property forums across the internet. There’s interest in Spain, France, Portugal, Turkey and Cyprus... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-12th-march-2009-31228 Tue, 10 March 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-world-quakes-as-foundations-sha-31001 Finding good news this week was exceptionally difficult. It’s doom and gloom as many markets hit record lows... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-world-quakes-as-foundations-sha-31001 Thu, 26 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlists-30975 Our short-lists aim to save you time and money. Just choose the country or region where you are selling property to overseas buyers and we provide a short-list of suitable sites... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlists-30975 Thu, 26 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-middle-30955 If you sell property in Middle East to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-middle-30955 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-italy-30881 If you sell property in Italy to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-italy-30881 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-bulgari-30889 If you sell property in Bulgaria to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-bulgari-30889 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-central-30961 If you sell property in Central & South America to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-central-30961 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-the-car-30969 If you sell property in the Caribbean to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-the-car-30969 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-portuga-30989 If you sell property in Portugal to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-portuga-30989 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-france-30988 If you sell property in France to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-france-30988 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-eastern-30974 If you sell property in Eastern Europe to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-eastern-30974 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-cyprus-30951 If you sell property in Cyprus to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-cyprus-30951 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-turkey-30947 If you sell property in Turkey to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-turkey-30947 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-spain-31021 If you sell property in Spain to overseas buyers, our list can help you as it allows easy comparison of the best-optimised English-language portals on Google.com and Google.co.uk. We also point you to some interesting non-English portals for example in Scandanvia and Russia. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-shortlist-for-spain-31021 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-to-watch-in-2009-vide-30567 A wiser man than me once said there are only two types of predications: bad ones and lucky ones. This was my attempt to get lucky at Real Estate Connect in NYC. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-to-watch-in-2009-vide-30567 Wed, 25 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/enormo-re-launches-with-new-look-30771 enormo.com has re-launched with a new look and enhanced features including a series of ‘gateway’ domains for key markets and a raft of new features for buyers and estate agents. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/enormo-re-launches-with-new-look-30771 Fri, 20 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-presentation-how-google-will-chang-30750 On Thursday 29th January, AIPP kindly invited me to speak on how Google will change the overseas property industry in 2009. Here is a copy for our Premium members.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/aipp-presentation-how-google-will-chang-30750 Mon, 16 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/merricks-media-goes-into-administration-30669 Overseas property media company, Merricks has put the company into administration. The company will cease publication of its portfolio of overseas property magazines with immediate effect. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/merricks-media-goes-into-administration-30669 Wed, 11 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-website-design-how-to-choose-t-30607 Choosing the right partner to produce your website can make the difference between online marketing success and failure. A lot rides on the decision. Once you make your choice, it’s costly and difficult to change. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-website-design-how-to-choose-t-30607 Wed, 11 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-agents-have-more-sex-30667 A new survey reveals UK estate agents have more sex than any other profession. Could this be a global trend? Click for a round-up of the weeks most interesting stories and property deals.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-agents-have-more-sex-30667 Tue, 10 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-rightmove-cuts-prices-for-ove-30493 New Head of Overseas for Rightmove, Rob Wilson, talks to Globaledge about his plans to cut advertising prices and be more responsife to the needs of agents and developers in a tough market... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/exclusive-rightmove-cuts-prices-for-ove-30493 Thu, 05 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/making-all-the-right-moves-30494 New Head of Overseas for Rightmove talks to Globaledge about his plans to cut advertising prices and become more flexible to meet the needs of agents and developers in a tough market... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/making-all-the-right-moves-30494 Wed, 04 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-move-channel-take-over-lead-ga-30539 The Move Channel today announced they have bought Lead Galaxy for an undisclosed sum. Read on for more details and for a recap on the most popular overseas property stories of the week... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-move-channel-take-over-lead-ga-30539 Wed, 04 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-deals-roundup-30496 A list of the most popular property deals on Globaledge, together with a full list of new developments and resale properties added to the site in the last 2 weeks.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-deals-roundup-30496 Tue, 03 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-5th-february-2009-30528 Investor Watch is a weekly feature designed to help you quickly identify lead generation opportunities on investor forums and to keep you up-to-date with the issues your potential buyers are discussing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-5th-february-2009-30528 Mon, 02 February 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/test-30372 testing Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/test-30372 Fri, 30 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-buyers-a-view-from-the-streets-30324 This week we talk to a man who has been running businesses in Russia since 1992. He now runs an overseas property company in Moscow. We caught up with him to ask his advice on the best way to do business in Russia Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russian-buyers-a-view-from-the-streets-30324 Tue, 27 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-27th-january-2009-30313 Investor Watch is a weekly feature designed to help you quickly identify lead generation opportunities on investor forums and to keep you up-to-date with the issues your potential buyers are discussing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-27th-january-2009-30313 Mon, 26 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-in-distress-30331 Having worked for a number of developers including DAMAC in the UAE, Zeeshaan Shah now runs Investment Wiz which specialises in acquiring prime distressed properties at a discount. We offered him £25k, £100k and £1 million of fictional money to invest anywhere in the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-in-distress-30331 Mon, 26 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-30352 Every week we cover hundreds of interesting news stories from the world’s media. Here’s a selection of the most popular... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-30352 Sun, 25 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-adwords-18-practical-tips-to-sav-30077 The Google Adwords platform can be intimidating. There’s so much information, it’s easy to lose sight of what’s important: generating profitable sales leads. Here are eighteen practical tips to help you improve how the way you work with Google Adwords. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-adwords-18-practical-tips-to-sav-30077 Tue, 20 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-in-search-of-overseas-p-30042 Investor Watch is a new weekly feature designed to help you quickly identify lead generation opportunities on investor forums and to keep you up-to-date with the issues your potential buyers are discussing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-in-search-of-overseas-p-30042 Mon, 19 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertylive-co-uk-to-launch-overseas-wi-30040 Propertylive.co.uk, the portal set up by The National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP) is set to extend its free-to-list business model into the overseas portal market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertylive-co-uk-to-launch-overseas-wi-30040 Mon, 19 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-gordon-miller-29808 Gordon Miller writes for the FT and The Daily Telegraph on property issues. He’s also a keen advocate of Green housing developments and is Founder of Whatgreenhome.com. Can you really make solid overseas property investments and look after the environment at the same time? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-gordon-miller-29808 Tue, 13 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/lessons-from-america-report-from-nyc-29804 Who has the worst real estate market in the world? What are best ways to work with international agents? Which marketing strategies will help you generate leads in a recession? We report on the most interesting sessions for international agents.... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/lessons-from-america-report-from-nyc-29804 Tue, 13 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/conference-comedy-gold-29807 At Real Estate Connect in New York City last week, a new high definition 360 degree digital camera was the talk of the conference; and not just for its innovative approach to virtual tours! Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/conference-comedy-gold-29807 Tue, 13 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/25-websites-to-watch-in-2009-29810 Inman News asked me to speak in New York on “25 websites to watch in 2009” at Real Estate Connect. Here's a copy of the presentation for our Premium Members. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/25-websites-to-watch-in-2009-29810 Mon, 12 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-29854 Every week we cover hundreds of interesting news stories from the world’s media. Here’s a selection of the most popular, together with an update on new property deals and announcements from our members. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-29854 Mon, 12 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2009-the-year-google-changes-overseas-29623 Google is beginning to incorporate user behaviour and personal data into the ranking algorithms. We look at the implications for agents, developers and portals and offer 25 practical tips to help you compete.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2009-the-year-google-changes-overseas-29623 Thu, 08 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2009-the-year-google-changes-overseas-29618 The internet changed the power dynamics of the overseas property industry by giving consumers unprecedented access to information previously only available to agents and developers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/2009-the-year-google-changes-overseas-29618 Tue, 06 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-what-you-missed-29648 While you were tucking into your Christmas pudding, the Globaledge team have been hard at work finding and linking to the best real estate stories on the web. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-what-you-missed-29648 Mon, 05 January 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/wired-for-investment-29284 Overseas agent and investor, Shahid Iqbal may like to keep a low profile but his recent venture Property Wire is always in the news. We caught up with him to ask his advice on how to survive the downturn by targeting international property investors… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/wired-for-investment-29284 Thu, 18 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-matthew-wellfare-29282 Matthew Wellfare has worked in overseas property for over 6 years. Working with IFA’s and investors, unsurprisingly he’s keen to spend our fictional millions on fractional ownership schemes and property in locations with a “wow” factor. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-matthew-wellfare-29282 Thu, 18 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-destinations-global-t-29078 There were more than 1.4 million overseas property searches on Google in September 2008 and we’ve organised them into categories. We’ve also looked at competition levels to help you spot gaps in the market. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-destinations-global-t-29078 Thu, 11 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-building-the-spanish-way-29047 Adam Samuel, founder of overseas property blog, Nubricks provides guidance, tips and real examples to help Spanish agents and developers build their online presence... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-building-the-spanish-way-29047 Wed, 10 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-29021 Every week we cover hundreds of interesting news stories from the world’s media. Here’s a selection of the most popular, together with an update on new property deals and announcements from our members. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propcap-a-week-in-overseas-property-29021 Wed, 10 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-destinations-global-t-28991 There were more than 1.4 million overseas property searches on Google in September 2008. Our research team aggregated them into region and country categories to reveal demand for overseas property across the globe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-destinations-global-t-28991 Wed, 10 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portal-presentation-opp-live-28802 This presentation looks at “How to choose and use property portals?” It covers the subject from a broad perspective and includes marketing strategy, customer segmentation and asks where portals fit into the mix? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portal-presentation-opp-live-28802 Wed, 03 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-50-r-28842 It’s been several months since our last report and there’s been some significant changes in the rankings. There are three new entries in the top ten... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-50-r-28842 Wed, 03 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/list-of-overseas-property-award-winners-28818 OPP's annual awards reward the best products, services and partnerships in overseas property. Globaledge picked up "Best Partnership Product". Here's a full list of the winners. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/list-of-overseas-property-award-winners-28818 Tue, 02 December 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-coming-to-a-country-near-you-28127 UK free-to-list property portal, Globrix.com is preparing an assault on the domestic property markets of Continental Europe, USA and Central and South America. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-coming-to-a-country-near-you-28127 Thu, 13 November 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/generating-leads-in-a-recession-28146 Tougher economic times make consumers ask more questions and the internet is where they look for answers. The big question is how do you generate leads in this environment? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/generating-leads-in-a-recession-28146 Thu, 06 November 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-xavier-wiggins-tal-28142 OPP founder Xavier Wiggins is arguably the most influential man in overseas property today. He took some time out of his busy schedule to spend our fictional investment pot on property across the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-xavier-wiggins-tal-28142 Thu, 06 November 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-seo-an-introduction-12382 Search engine optimisation (SEO) is the process of influencing where your website ranks in the search engines’ natural listings. Your objective is to generate relevant traffic and qualified leads to your estate agency website. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-seo-an-introduction-12382 Tue, 04 November 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-overseas-to-accept-listings-fr-28150 For the first time, Rightmove plans to accept property listings from private individuals. It’s a dramatic change of strategy for the UK market leader. Is it a stroke of commercial genius or an act of desperation? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-overseas-to-accept-listings-fr-28150 Thu, 30 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/market-leader-elect-28154 In his first six months as CEO of The Digital Property Group (owners of Primelocation and FindaProperty), Mark Milner has seen their market share rise to within striking distance of Rightmove. He talks to Globaledge about his vision for delivering value to agents and why free portals have no chance breaking into the “Big 4”... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/market-leader-elect-28154 Wed, 29 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-kim-jamilly-talks-28159 In the early 90s, Kim Jamilly gave up a promising property career to run the UK’s most iconic fancy dress store. Years later, fatigued by the demands of dressing Boy George she set up Mediterranean property portal Medhead.com. We caught up with her to ask her advice on investing our fictional million. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-kim-jamilly-talks-28159 Tue, 28 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/properazzi-rebrand-as-enormo-28166 International property portal Properazzi has changed its name to Enormo. According to CEO Yannick Laclau, the name Properazzi was initially chosen for its cute play on words... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/properazzi-rebrand-as-enormo-28166 Mon, 27 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-kerry-clark-talks-28459 PR guru Kerry Clark has worked in overseas property since 1994. Despite the recent financial troubles she is upbeat about the industry’s prospects. Spending other people’s money can really do wonders for your mood, even if it is fictional… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-kerry-clark-talks-28459 Thu, 23 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-website-to-shake-up-russian-property-28167 New portal Domavin.ru is aiming to transform the Russian property portal market with plans to list over a million properties within 12 months. It’s free to list and within weeks, they’ll be able to translate automatically from English to Russian. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-website-to-shake-up-russian-property-28167 Thu, 23 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-hybrid-property-portal-feeder-laun-28460 A new combined property portal feeder and CRM system launches today with the aim of taking on Probis, Proptrack and Property Software Solutions, owners of Property Portal Feeder. Is it really worth the money? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-hybrid-property-portal-feeder-laun-28460 Thu, 23 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28170 We continue our series of link building recommendations for overseas property agents. We aim to save our readers time and money by pointing out some of the better link opportunities on the internet. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28170 Mon, 20 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28171 We continue our series of link building recommendations for overseas property agents. We aim to save our readers time and money by pointing out some of the better link opportunities on the internet. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28171 Mon, 20 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28172 We continue our series of link building recommendations for overseas property agents. We aim to save our readers time and money by pointing out some of the better link opportunities on the internet. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/link-of-the-week-28172 Mon, 20 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-the-man-from-uks-28457 This week we talk to James Wyatt, a partner at Barton Wyatt, an award winning estate agent in Virginia Water, Surrey. He makes some up-market global choices with our fictional investment pot and, as his photo shows, he’s got some balls….. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-the-man-from-uks-28457 Thu, 16 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/free-property-portals-top-30-28458 Milton Friedman once said there’s no such thing as a free lunch. He was wrong. It’s possible to make money by being a complete freeloader. However, you’ll make more by being selective about where you spend your marketing budget... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/free-property-portals-top-30-28458 Thu, 16 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-to-launch-overseas-with-free-to-28455 News International-backed Globrix.com is planning to expand into international property with a free-to-list model. Judging by their success in the UK residential market, it’s good news for overseas agents... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globrix-to-launch-overseas-with-free-to-28455 Wed, 15 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-blogger-wipes-10-billion-off-share-28461 Five days after we tipped him as one of the world’s most influential bloggers, Robert Peston broke a story that wiped more than £10 billion off share values. £10 billion here, £500 billion rescue package there - it doesn’t take long before we’re talking about serious money... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-blogger-wipes-10-billion-off-share-28461 Thu, 09 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-russian-overseas-property-destina-28454 There’s always someone with a story about a rich Russian buyer who rolls up and buys a bevy of developments with a suitcase full of banknotes at the full asking price. Where are these buyers when you really need them? Do they exist and where are they looking to buy? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-50-russian-overseas-property-destina-28454 Thu, 09 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-gpg-founder-talks-28456 Global Property Guide founder Matthew Montagu-Pollock has built what is arguably the most authoritative global property investment portal on the internet. Surprisingly, given his commercial interests, he’s not keen to invest in property at all... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-gpg-founder-talks-28456 Wed, 08 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-powerful-property-peopl-28080 We’ve spent the last two weeks researching our list of the most influential people in global property. They all work for powerful websites which can help your own website rank higher on Google if they link to you, but it’s becoming less likely that they ever will... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-powerful-property-peopl-28080 Thu, 02 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/creating-an-online-personality-to-help-g-28173 Adam Samuel, online marketer and co-founder of overseas property blog Nubricks, offers some tips on how to generate leads by building credibility and cultivating your online personality. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/creating-an-online-personality-to-help-g-28173 Wed, 01 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-chris-richards-tal-28174 Chris Richards knows how to spend others people’s money. In 2005 he raised £450k from investors to set up Overseas Property Centres. This week we give him a £1 million fictional investment pot to see where in the world he’d invest our money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-chris-richards-tal-28174 Wed, 01 October 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/super-rich-drive-boom-in-top-end-propert-28175 The merely rich may have suffered from the stock market fall out this week but a new study shows the super-rich will be fine. £5 million+ property prices in Monaco, central London and Manhattan are on the up. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/super-rich-drive-boom-in-top-end-propert-28175 Tue, 30 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/30-million-pound-man-26251 PropertyIndex founder Darren Richards has deep pockets and he’s prepared to sink a significant proportion of his fortune into taking on Rightmove. We talk to him about his plans to deliver value to UK and overseas agents. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/30-million-pound-man-26251 Thu, 25 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-stephen-hodgson-ta-26262 This week we take our fictional million to Asia where we speak to Stephen Hodgson, Managing Director of Malaysian portal and property centre, Propertrack.com. His choices take advantage of both local demand and the growing numbers of expat Chinese, Japanese and Korean workers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-stephen-hodgson-ta-26262 Wed, 24 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/lead-auction-site-to-address-agent-conce-26259 Recently launched lead auction site, LeadsandAgents.com has embarked on a number of initiatives to address agents concerns over lead quality. Co-founder Matthew Talmage says they’ve learnt some important lessons in their first two months of operation.. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/lead-auction-site-to-address-agent-conce-26259 Tue, 23 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-market-top-20-overseas-25835 The Spanish holiday home market may have been hit hard by over-supply and tightening financial conditions but our analysis suggests there are still some areas where demand outstrips supply. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/spanish-property-market-top-20-overseas-25835 Thu, 18 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-colin-murphy-talks-25843 Colin Murphy, founder of Dublin based emerging market specialist Someplace Else Ireland, picks Florida, Argentina, Panama and Romania as destinations to invest our fictional million. He also gets a little carried away and takes a punt on Zimbabwe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-colin-murphy-talks-25843 Wed, 17 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-traffic-down-29-5-per-cent-yea-25851 The latest ComScore figures show Rightmove traffic has declined 29.5% year-on-year. There’s better news for the Digital Property Group though which is fast encroaching on Rightmove’s claim to be the UK’s number one portal. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-traffic-down-29-5-per-cent-yea-25851 Tue, 16 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globaledge-search-index-25862 Our aim is to create reliable time series data that allows easy comparison of consumer demand for overseas property in different locations across the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globaledge-search-index-25862 Sun, 14 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-agents-reject-rightmove-25397 The overseas property industry is divided on which portals work best. The one thing most people agree on though is that Rightmove is too expensive. Nearly 75% of agents don’t use it and over 40% of those who do plan to cancel. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-agents-reject-rightmove-25397 Thu, 11 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-dan-johnson-talks-25408 This week, we give TheMoveChannel.com founder Dan Johnson over £1 million of Globaledge money to invest in property across the globe. There are some unusual choices from a man who knows a thing or two about property investment. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-dan-johnson-talks-25408 Wed, 10 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/take-part-in-our-property-portal-survey-25128 Have your say - please spare a couple of minutes to take part in our portal survey. We'll be publishing the results here on Thursday 11th September. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/take-part-in-our-property-portal-survey-25128 Tue, 09 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-russians-10-tips-for-real-es-25422 It’s difficult to find an overseas agent who doesn’t want to target the Russian market. This week, American/Russian translator and real estate professional, Olga Kellen provides 10 practical tips to help those still looking for their first Russian sale. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/selling-to-russians-10-tips-for-real-es-25422 Tue, 09 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-launch-in-italian-and-portuguese-25059 Spanish property portal, Kyero.com has launched two new language versions of their website, one in Italian the other in Portuguese. Agents and developers listing on the portal will have their basic property listings automatically translated into the new languages at no extra cost. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-launch-in-italian-and-portuguese-25059 Mon, 08 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/56-ideas-to-beat-the-recession-24695 By now I’m sure you will have cut overhead and tried to diversify your business away from the UK middle market but is there more you can you do to ensure you’re one of businesses that survives the shake-out? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/56-ideas-to-beat-the-recession-24695 Thu, 04 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/naea-defends-international-portal-plans-24731 NAEA chief executive, Peter Bolton King defends their plans to launch an international portal after stinging criticism from former REA Group chief Simon Baker. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/naea-defends-international-portal-plans-24731 Wed, 03 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-adam-samuel-talks-24675 In the first in a new series, we ask a leading industry professional where in the world they would invest with the goal of helping agents and developers come up with ideas on potential areas to source future projects and partnerships. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-millionaire-adam-samuel-talks-24675 Tue, 02 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-50-r-28706 There’s been some significant changes in our quarterly propery portal rankings. The big guns do well as ever but there are three new low-cost portals in the top ten..... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/overseas-property-portals-new-top-50-r-28706 Mon, 01 September 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-portal-service-launched-23807 Ex-REA Group CEO Simon Baker has launched a beta version of his new venture Property Portal Watch. It aims to be one-stop-shop for all information on property portals around the world. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-portal-service-launched-23807 Tue, 26 August 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-chief-sacked-22821 Simon Baker, the man who grew a single Australian website into a multi-million dollar global property business with 22 websites in 10 countries, has been sacked as Chief Executive of REA Group. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-chief-sacked-22821 Thu, 07 August 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-cancels-earls-court-s-22429 Exhibition organisers and publishers, Brooklands Group have “re-scheduled” A Place in the Sun Live, at Earls Court in October. The show will now take place in April 2009 and will co-locate with The Ideal Home Show. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-cancels-earls-court-s-22429 Thu, 31 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-launches-russian-website-22397 Spanish property portal, Kyero.com has launched a Russian language site featuring over 100,000 Spanish properties. Agents listing on the site in English benefit by having their basic property listings translated automatically into Russian at no extra cost. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-launches-russian-website-22397 Wed, 30 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-new-top-25-results-22134 There’s a new entrant into our Top 5 best-optimised property portals, up eight places to fourth position. Their success in the rankings and their new cost-per-lead business model suggest they should be taken seriously. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-new-top-25-results-22134 Thu, 24 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/auction-site-to-sell-leads-for-5-22125 New auction site, LeadsAndAgents.com launches today. They plan to sell up to 15,000 leads a month from as little as £5 each. They’re offering Globaledge.co.uk readers £30 worth of free leads to test the service. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/auction-site-to-sell-leads-for-5-22125 Wed, 23 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-steps-up-russian-presence-22131 Google has acquired the advertising arm of one of Russia’s biggest property portals in a deal worth $140 million (£70 million). It’s good news for agents looking to target Russian buyers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-steps-up-russian-presence-22131 Tue, 22 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/back-on-4th-september-22127 If only we were off to the beach! We’re spending the summer writing content and improving our offering to agents and developers. If you’d like find out more about what we’re doing and would like a free trial, please read on… Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/back-on-4th-september-22127 Mon, 21 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/there-s-no-smoke-without-fire-21941 The UK libel laws exist to protect hard-won reputations precisely because people often believe “there’s no smoke without fire”. Harlequin Property have stepped up legal proceedings again this week. It’s a last resort, but what can be done to prevent it getting to this stage? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/there-s-no-smoke-without-fire-21941 Thu, 17 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-the-50-most-powerful-w-21908 Seattle-based internet marketing portal, SEOMoz launched its new Trifecta Tool this week. It measures the importance and notoriety of any website on the internet. We thought we’d put it to the test on 50 English-language property portals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-portals-the-50-most-powerful-w-21908 Wed, 16 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/finding-your-competitors-best-links-21939 Have your ever wondered why your competitors are beating you in the search rankings? One of the quickest ways to improve is to solicit links from the best sites that link to your rivals. Here are a few tips to help save you some time. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/finding-your-competitors-best-links-21939 Tue, 15 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/who-is-buying-overseas-property-21755 If you're struggling to sell property in the current climate, it can be better to change tack and target a more attractive market segment than keep slogging away doing the same old thing. We highlight some possible market segments to help you decide for yourself. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/who-is-buying-overseas-property-21755 Thu, 10 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-group-to-launch-overseas-21761 REA Group, which has interests in more than 10 property portals worldwide, is planning to launch a dedicated overseas site. With a global reach of nearly 10 million monthly users, the new site could prove to be a cost-effective marketing channel. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-group-to-launch-overseas-21761 Wed, 09 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-giant-to-hit-10-million-21726 Money may not be able to buy you love, but it can buy you traffic. Global Property Giant REA Group has added another 590,000 unique users a month to its global reach of nearly 10 million unique visitors per month with the purchase of UKPropertyShop for £530,000. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-giant-to-hit-10-million-21726 Tue, 08 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-reveals-competitor-traffic-figu-21753 I’m the kind of man that can get seriously excited about keyword data. As you can imagine, the dinner table banter in our house is positively scintillating! Well, the family are in for a real treat tonight... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-reveals-competitor-traffic-figu-21753 Tue, 08 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/expert-viewpoint-marketing-to-russians-21660 Ivalio Jordanov is the kind of guy you want to have around the office. He’s a half-Russian internet entrepreneur with an intimate knowledge of the international property industry. He talks to us about how agents can target Russian buyers online. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/expert-viewpoint-marketing-to-russians-21660 Thu, 03 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-insiders-to-launch-ebay-for-ov-21657 Prominent figures within the overseas property industry are collaborating on a new project to launch an ebay-style auction site for international sales leads. It’s a great idea but the devil is in the detail. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/industry-insiders-to-launch-ebay-for-ov-21657 Wed, 02 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ruling-to-hit-website-marketing-costs-21659 The new relaxed rules on top level domains make some domain names less valuable, while increasing the premiums on others. We look at the likely economic implications for overseas agents and developers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ruling-to-hit-website-marketing-costs-21659 Tue, 01 July 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-expose-property-portal-stats-21547 Google’s new Ad Planner will allow agents to compare top line unique user and page view statistics for any site on the internet for free. The new tool has its limitations but it’s bound to save you time and money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-expose-property-portal-stats-21547 Wed, 25 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-internet-revolution-to-hit-agents-21548 If you could buy the domain name Overseas.Property for under $20 a year, would you do it? This might soon be possible under a new “revolutionary plan” to shake up how domain names are issued. We think it’s a terrible idea. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-internet-revolution-to-hit-agents-21548 Tue, 24 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-irish-portal-to-review-overseas-pric-21546 Market leading Irish property portal, Daft.ie is expanding rapidly and has plans to improve their offering to overseas agents and developers. We take a look. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-irish-portal-to-review-overseas-pric-21546 Mon, 23 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-reveals-overseas-property-data-21402 The newly re-launched Google Trends provides a wealth of useful customer data for overseas agents and developers. We compare trends in consumer demand by country over the last five years, with some interesting results. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-reveals-overseas-property-data-21402 Thu, 19 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tv-giant-to-launch-free-property-portal-21414 Rupert Murdoch already has interests in Propertyfinder.com, Realestate.com.au and Globrix.com. Now Fox International Networks-owned RETV is to launch a video portal aimed at the international market. Its free business model could save agents money. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tv-giant-to-launch-free-property-portal-21414 Wed, 18 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-euro-study-reveals-influence-of-the-21406 A new survey of 5,000 European consumers looks at the influence of print, television, radio and the internet on purchasing behaviour. We look at the implications for the overseas property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-euro-study-reveals-influence-of-the-21406 Tue, 17 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-newspaper-group-to-launch-p-21180 Trinity Mirror, the UK’s largest media group with more than 500 media brands, including five national newspapers and 240 local and regional titles, is to launch a property portal with an overseas section in the autumn. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uk-s-largest-newspaper-group-to-launch-p-21180 Thu, 12 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-move-channel-cuts-lead-prices-in-hal-21178 International property portal The Move Channel is offering agents up to 50% off their standard cost per lead price of £10. Discounts are offered in return for pre-payment of lead bundles. Agents paying £500 in advance are offered leads at £9 each with tiered discounts up to 50% for a pre-payment of £5,000. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-move-channel-cuts-lead-prices-in-hal-21178 Wed, 11 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-chief-points-to-the-future-of-pro-21186 In a recent interview wGoogle chief points to the future of property searchith German newspaper Faz.net, Google CEO Eric Schmidt predicted that revenues from their mobile advertising business will overtake their PC/web business in a few years. To put some numbers on this, it means at least $8 billion* of Adwords revenue will switch from PC to mobile. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-chief-points-to-the-future-of-pro-21186 Tue, 10 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/baltic-states-top-10-research-resource-21165 Our weekly look at the best online resources for emerging property markets returns this week to Europe, to focus on the Baltic States. Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania experienced considerable investor interest before and after accession to the European Union in 2004. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/baltic-states-top-10-research-resource-21165 Mon, 09 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-best-selling-properties-on-the-inter-21027 Consumers are still buying overseas property. That’s the good news. The bad news is they are getting more demanding and price conscious. In tougher times, your product offerings need to be that much more competitive to make a sale. That’s the lesson that comes out from our table of the best-selling properties in May 2008... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-best-selling-properties-on-the-inter-21027 Thu, 05 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-launch-mortgage-comparison-ser-21034 Google seems to be testing an as yet unannounced mortgage comparison service in the UK. The service appears to allow users to compare lending rates across a number of domestic mortgage products from banks such as Barclays. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-to-launch-mortgage-comparison-ser-21034 Wed, 04 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/online-advertising-spend-up-40-per-cent-21035 Europe’s biggest economies may be slowing down but online advertising spending shows no signs of following suit, according to figures published this week by the Interactive Advertising Bureau Europe. Online spending is up 40% year-on-year to €11.2 billion (£8.8 billion) in 2007 across the 16 countries analysed... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/online-advertising-spend-up-40-per-cent-21035 Tue, 03 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-top-10-research-resources-21062 This week, our regular look at the best online resources for emerging property markets turns the spotlight on the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dubai is certainly the best known property destination of the seven emirates, though the others are each to some degree following the lead of their neighbour. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/uae-top-10-research-resources-21062 Mon, 02 June 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-reports-rightmove-co-uk-to-office-20869 Homes Matter, an English estate agent with plans to enter the overseas property market, has made a formal complaint against Rightmove.co.uk to the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) for anti-competitive practice. The dispute started when Founder Nigel Farren requested advertising information on Rightmove’s Choice programme... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agent-reports-rightmove-co-uk-to-office-20869 Thu, 29 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/targeting-northern-european-buyers-onlin-17990 With the UK property market in its worst condition for some time, overseas buyers from other Northern European countries are in greater demand than ever. Exhibiting at one of the upcoming shows in Scandinavia or The Netherlands is a good way to test the water, but you can also reach these buyers online. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/targeting-northern-european-buyers-onlin-17990 Wed, 28 May 2008 10:46:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/loophole-allows-17-a-month-advertising-20887 According to the latest ABCe figures, Telegraph.co.uk has overtaken the Guardian.co.uk as the most popular UK based newspaper site on the internet. It boasts 18.6 million monthly unique visitors, ahead of the Guardian.co.uk (18.5 million), Mail Online (18 million), Times Online (15.4 million) and The Sun (14 million). Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/loophole-allows-17-a-month-advertising-20887 Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-hits-new-high-in-the-us-20883 Compared with its almost total domination of other geographical locations, Google has underachieved in the US. This appears to be changing. Figures out this week from US analytics company, Compete.com show Google’s biggest month-on-month rise for some time. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-hits-new-high-in-the-us-20883 Tue, 27 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/czech-republic-top-10-research-resourc-20879 Our search for the best website resources for the world’s emerging property markets turns this week to Central Europe and focuses on the Czech Republic. Since accession to the EU in 2004, many property ownership restrictions there have been dropped for overseas investors... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/czech-republic-top-10-research-resourc-20879 Mon, 26 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-reject-big-4-portals-in-favour-20702 The majority of overseas agents are reluctant to list on the biggest property portals in favour of cheaper alternatives according to Stuart Sermon, Managing Director of Property Portal Feeder. Sermon and his team have been canvassing hundreds of overseas agents in an effort to sign up businesses for their new portal feeding service. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-reject-big-4-portals-in-favour-20702 Thu, 22 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/leads-for-3-euros-kyero-com-s-martin-de-20705 Martin Dell has achieved a lot since leaving school at 16. As well as taking leading technical roles at AT&T and Northern Telecom, he's worked at a senior level in sales and marketing for Motorola and British Telecom. However, he owes his greatest success - the development of Kyero.com - to his son, Chris... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/leads-for-3-euros-kyero-com-s-martin-de-20705 Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-showrooms-launches-unique-agent-20707 International portal Property Showrooms has launched a new tool that allows agents and developers to generate and publish bespoke property search statistics. Although many portals publish search and lead figures, Property Showrooms is the first portal to give agents the power to cut and splice data according to their individual needs. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-showrooms-launches-unique-agent-20707 Tue, 20 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/malaysia-top-10-research-resources-20713 Our regular look at the best internet research resources for emerging property markets focuses this week on Malaysia, one of southeast Asia’s most dynamic nations. The Malaysian government is actively courting overseas developers with enterprise incentives with a view to attracting international buyers to its shores. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/malaysia-top-10-research-resources-20713 Mon, 19 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-25-overseas-property-portals-lates-20591 UK market leader, Rightmove.co.uk has upped its game in our overseas search engine rankings on Google (UK), climbing three places to claim second spot in our quarterly rankings. It appears in 60% of the top 20 search results on Google UK for the 228 overseas property locations we analysed... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-25-overseas-property-portals-lates-20591 Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-com-to-launch-into-russian-market-20596 Spanish property portal Kyero.com is to add Russian, Italian and Portuguese language versions to its site later this year. The move follows the roll-out of Spanish, French, Danish, Dutch and German translations which have proved successful at delivering qualified leads... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/kyero-com-to-launch-into-russian-market-20596 Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-video-tutorial-you-wont-watch-20595 If there was a prize for the least popular content on this site, Paid Search would win hands down. I can hear the yawns already…but wait! This video is brilliant and could really help you generate sales. There aren’t many leads around and this advice will give you a real edge. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-video-tutorial-you-wont-watch-20595 Tue, 13 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-top-10-research-resources-20609 This week we look at some of the best internet resources for property professionals considering entering the Canadian property market. This vast but sparsely populated country has experienced steady real estate price growth over the past decade. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/canada-top-10-research-resources-20609 Mon, 12 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/101-most-popular-overseas-property-desti-20490 Matching buyers with properties is the mainstay of any estate agency business. A good domestic agent will know the types of properties local people are demanding and canvass instructions in the areas that meet the need. It’s more difficult with overseas property. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/101-most-popular-overseas-property-desti-20490 Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-portal-abandons-commission-share-mod-20486 International portal Property Showrooms has abandoned its commission-share business model for all but the biggest clients. The Malaga-based business is “owed a substantial amount of money” and is protecting itself from “here today, gone tomorrow” agents, according to Business & Media Manager, Peter Mindenhall. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-portal-abandons-commission-share-mod-20486 Wed, 07 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-yahoo-deal-could-mean-cheaper-pro-20487 Following the collapse of the Yahoo/Microsoft deal this week, it looks increasingly likely that Yahoo will push forward with its plan to outsource advertising sales to Google. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-yahoo-deal-could-mean-cheaper-pro-20487 Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/india-top-10-research-resources-20470 Our series of articles on the best online research resources for emerging property markets around the world continues with a look at India. The world’s second-largest country by population has massive potential as an investment destination despite some tight restrictions on property ownership. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/india-top-10-research-resources-20470 Mon, 05 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-report-dip-in-april-lead-volumes-20174 Leading overseas estate agents report lead volumes have dipped significantly over the past few weeks. The decline corresponds with a succession of negative press about UK house prices which began on 8th April when the Halifax announced the average UK home lost £5,000 in value during March. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/agents-report-dip-in-april-lead-volumes-20174 Thu, 01 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-reveals-value-of-being-number-1-20175 In mature markets, the number one player often outsells the number two competitor by a factor of four or five times. In the UK property portal market, the leader Rightmove.co.uk receives nearly six times the number of monthly page impressions of its nearest rival. This is true from personal music players to baked beans. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-data-reveals-value-of-being-number-1-20175 Wed, 30 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/channel-4-portal-revealed-at-apits-live-20169 The long-awaited trade launch of APlaceInTheSun.com took place behind closed doors at ExCeL in London last Friday. The invitation-only event was used by the Brooklands sales team to gather feedback and to encourage exhibitors and other trade contacts to take part in a free trial. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/channel-4-portal-revealed-at-apits-live-20169 Tue, 29 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ukraine-top-10-research-resources-20176 This week, in our continuing search for the best online research resources for emerging property markets around the world, the spotlight falls on Ukraine. Recent years have seen some remarkable price growth there, the consequence of a chasm between available housing stock and demand from both Ukrainians themselves and from overseas buyers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ukraine-top-10-research-resources-20176 Mon, 28 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-investment-forum-designed-to-generat-19958 Nigel Bailey, founder of Red Sea Developments, is a fan of investment forums. He’s made two direct sales from investment forum TotallyProperty.com in the past few months and can spend up to two hours a day online answering investor questions. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-investment-forum-designed-to-generat-19958 Thu, 24 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/properazzi-launches-into-us-with-new-des-19926 Properazzi.com, the world’s largest property portal, is making its first foray into the North American market with the addition of nearly half a million US properties, including over 5,000 in Florida. The launch corresponds with a re-design of the search interface which aims to simplify and “take the personality out of the search process”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/properazzi-launches-into-us-with-new-des-19926 Wed, 23 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/latest-property-search-trends-us-insig-19962 Understanding how property buyers use search engines should be the starting point for any agent keen to maximise online lead generation. Several significant studies from the US, including the latest results of a bi-annual longitudinal survey of 2,400 consumers, provide some interesting insights into how consumer behaviour is changing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/latest-property-search-trends-us-insig-19962 Tue, 22 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/argentina-top-10-research-resources-19956 This week, in our look at the best online research resources for the world’s up-and-coming property markets, we focus on Argentina, the second-largest country in South America. It’s a country of great geographical and cultural diversity with historic links to a wide range of European countries, as well as being an emerging property destination. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/argentina-top-10-research-resources-19956 Mon, 21 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-first-pay-per-lead-property-video-po-19687 International property portal, The Move Channel today announced the trade launch of its pay-per-lead video service, TheMoveChannel.tv. The site is currently in beta and will begin a big consumer marketing push this summer after reaching a “critical mass” of video content. The TV site follows the popular pay-per-lead business model of its sister .com site. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-first-pay-per-lead-property-video-po-19687 Thu, 17 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/generating-leads-using-google-local-19689 You’re not going to retire on the volume of business you generate using Google Local. What you will get though is targeted, well-qualified and free traffic. To get the free traffic, it helps if you have a local office that corresponds to the local keyword phrase you want to rank for, but it’s not essential. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/generating-leads-using-google-local-19689 Wed, 16 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/91-per-cent-of-agents-put-off-by-propert-19457 91 per cent of overseas estate agents and property developers surveyed by Globaledge.co.uk say they are put off listing on multiple property portals because of the time and effort required to do so. The findings suggest many overseas agents are missing out on potential sales leads by listing on fewer portals than they otherwise would, if the process was easier. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/91-per-cent-of-agents-put-off-by-propert-19457 Tue, 15 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/germany-top-10-research-resources-19679 Continuing our weekly series of articles looking at online research resources for international property markets, this time we focus on Germany. In common with other northern European countries, it is home to a large target audience for agents selling property around the world and in recent years it’s also become a buyer’s destination in its own right. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/germany-top-10-research-resources-19679 Mon, 14 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/may-deadline-looms-for-new-apits-portal-19496 Consumer marketing for the new A Place in the Sun property portal will begin when the new series airs in May, just weeks after its trade launch, giving the Brooklands Group and Channel 4 joint venture little time to iron out teething problems. The Channel 4 series will promote the online editorial content that is expected to form a large part of the new portal. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/may-deadline-looms-for-new-apits-portal-19496 Wed, 09 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertyfinder-buys-hotproperty-for-gbp5-19501 The two businesses that once positioned themselves as the largest independent property portals in the UK are now in the hands (indirectly) of Rupert Murdoch. Propertyfinder Holdings Ltd (jointly owned by REA Group and News International, both subsidiaries of News Corp) today announced it has acquired HotProperty.co.uk, for £5.6 million. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/propertyfinder-buys-hotproperty-for-gbp5-19501 Tue, 08 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-to-launch-property-po-19451 Channel 4 and publishing and exhibition company Brooklands Group today announced the formation of a new joint venture to launch an overseas property portal. The new website will be unveiled at A Place in the Sun Live on 25th to 27th April and is expected to feature thousands of properties for sale across the globe. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/a-place-in-the-sun-to-launch-property-po-19451 Mon, 07 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-top-10-research-resources-19488 As we continue our series of articles on the best online resources for researching global emerging property markets, we focus this week on China. Although economic growth has slowed slightly recently, China is now the 4th largest economy in the world as measured by nominal GDP and still has tremendous growth prospects over the longer term. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/china-top-10-research-resources-19488 Sun, 06 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-properazzi-interview-19309 Properazzi currently lists 2.5 million properties for sale globally, and have the ambitious aim of listing every property for sale on the planet. Yannick puts this figure at 10 million properties at any one time. The mission is to become the “global platform for real estate” and much like Google, to be the gateway to the web but for a specific niche: international property. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-properazzi-interview-19309 Thu, 03 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/paid-search-warfare-strategic-principle-19316 In economic terminology, competing on Google Adwords is a zero-sum game. You can’t make yourself better off without making someone else worse off. It’s a war. You against your competitors. To win you need to understand the strategy even if you delegate the tactical detail of implementation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/paid-search-warfare-strategic-principle-19316 Wed, 02 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/morocco-top-10-research-resources-19343 Our series of articles on the best online research resources for emerging property markets this week throws the spotlight on Morocco. Since 2001, when King Mohammed VI announced his “Vision 2010 Plan Azur”, the country has experienced significant tourism growth, offering potential opportunities for agents and investors alike. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/morocco-top-10-research-resources-19343 Tue, 01 April 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/letter-to-the-editor-19318 Lead Galaxy's Dylan Temple-Heald writes to Globaledge.co.uk in response to comments made by Jake Holloway during our interview with him on 20th March this year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/letter-to-the-editor-19318 Mon, 31 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-most-powerful-websites-in-the-world-19144 If you want to beat your competitors in the rankings, it is important to understand a little about what Google considers to be important. We take a look at Google’s top 1,000 websites and ask what the results mean for the overseas property industry. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-most-powerful-websites-in-the-world-19144 Thu, 27 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-less-effective-than-newspapers-at-19178 A new survey of 1,000 UK consumers by Greenfield Online finds that text links such as those on Google Adwords are less likely to drive consumers to a website than advertising or editorial in newspapers and on television. The most effective influencer of consumer behaviour is customer email. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-less-effective-than-newspapers-at-19178 Wed, 26 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-top-10-research-resources-19179 As we continue our search for the best online resources for property destinations around the world, this week we take a look at Brazil. Government investment in construction and infrastructure coupled with low land prices, high rental yields, a cheap cost of living and an exotic climate have put Brazil on the radar of international agents and investors. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/brazil-top-10-research-resources-19179 Tue, 25 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-overseas-agent-reveals-online-secret-19049 Jake Holloway is in it for the money. Whilst running his own web design company, he watched his clients make fortunes from the technology he developed. When venture capital-backed Overseas Property Centres (OPC) offered him a stake in their new business and the chance to join a high-profile team that includes television presenter Scott Huggins, he grabbed it with both hands. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-overseas-agent-reveals-online-secret-19049 Thu, 20 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turning-photographs-into-leads-19050 If you’re selling a dream, you need great images. A beautiful photograph can make the difference between persuading a web visitor to make an enquiry, or having them click away to the competition. Sharp, crisp visuals are essential for lead generation. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/turning-photographs-into-leads-19050 Wed, 19 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/philippines-top-10-research-resources-19068 In our continuing series of articles on the best reference websites for up-and-coming destinations around the world, we head east to look at the Philippines. This archipelago of more than 7,000 islands has been through much political turmoil but has stabilized over the past few years to become one of south-east Asia’s most dynamic property markets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/philippines-top-10-research-resources-19068 Tue, 18 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gbp30-free-google-advertising-voucher-19060 If you don’t already advertise on Google Adwords, they are offering a £30 free Adwords Voucher with no additional spending commitments. It’s a generous bribe but hey, they earn over $1 billion per quarter profit, so they can afford it. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/gbp30-free-google-advertising-voucher-19060 Mon, 17 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-innovative-portals-18852 This is not a list of the best-looking and technically original real estate search engines, although there are some Web 2.0 sites in the list. Instead we look at portals with innovative ideas that have delivered results or, at least in our opinion, have a good chance of delivering for advertisers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-world-s-most-innovative-portals-18852 Thu, 13 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-chief-attacks-web-2-0-ri-18831 Simon Baker, CEO of News Corporation-owned REA Group, today accuses real estate Web 2.0 sites as being a “total fad”. Speaking exclusively to Globaledge.co.uk, Baker says he had yet to see any of them lead a market, nor does he hold out much hope for them in future. “You don’t have to look sexy to deliver,” he says. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/global-property-chief-attacks-web-2-0-ri-18831 Wed, 12 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africa-top-10-research-resources-18806 This week, as part of our continuing series of articles on the most useful online resources for some of the world’s emerging property markets, we look at South Africa. It’s a country with historically strong links to the UK that still exist today. With English widely spoken, and in a time zone just two hours ahead of GMT, doing business there is quite straightforward. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/south-africa-top-10-research-resources-18806 Tue, 11 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/moneycorp-partner-with-globaledge-co-uk-18626 Globaledge.co.uk is pleased to announce a sector-exclusive advertising partnership with foreign exchange and international payments specialist Moneycorp. Ashley Rigg, Director of Globaledge.co.uk, says: “Moneycorp not only provide competitive foreign exchange services but are also one of the most innovative companies in the sector." Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/moneycorp-partner-with-globaledge-co-uk-18626 Mon, 10 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/5-ways-to-multiply-sales-leads-18627 A property lead is like a bar of soap in the shower. If you’re not careful, it’ll slip through your fingers. If you could convert even half the people that visit your website each month, you’d have more than enough leads to meet your sales targets. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/5-ways-to-multiply-sales-leads-18627 Thu, 06 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-this-the-facebook-for-overseas-proper-18637 Successful overseas property businesses are built on strong personal relationships and word-of-mouth recommendation. Client referrals often account for a significant chunk of sales and large agents like MRI invest large sums of money in client referral programs. We believe that, executed correctly, social networks offer huge potential to facilitate client referrals. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/is-this-the-facebook-for-overseas-proper-18637 Wed, 05 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-top-10-research-resources-18638 As we continue our search for the best online resources for property destinations around the world, this week we take a look at Russia – not only an increasingly important source of second-home buyers, but also a buying destination in its own right. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/russia-top-10-research-resources-18638 Tue, 04 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-future-of-real-estate-marketing-18669 Rich Barton, founder and CEO of pioneering US real estate portal Zillow.com talks here about setting up a real estate business. Towards the end of the video, he makes three interesting points about current and future trends in online real estate marketing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-future-of-real-estate-marketing-18669 Mon, 03 March 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheat-your-way-to-the-top-18401 The trouble with obeying the rules is that if your competitors are breaking them and getting away with it, you lose. There is plenty of evidence to suggest that cheating pays. We look at the ethics and practicalities of cheating your way to the top. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/cheat-your-way-to-the-top-18401 Thu, 28 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-pilots-video-ads-within-search-re-18465 According to the New York Times, Google is to test the placement of video adverts within their search results. Previously Google has limited adverts to a few words of text but they plan using a plus sign to indicate video adverts on their results pages. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-pilots-video-ads-within-search-re-18465 Wed, 27 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/major-publisher-to-shake-up-portal-marke-18402 If you are looking for an example of a property website that gets everything right, you should look no further than this one. It’s not often that we would tip a portal that is barely a year old, but this one is clearly a winner. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/major-publisher-to-shake-up-portal-marke-18402 Wed, 27 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/central-america-top-10-research-resour-18407 In our continuing series of articles focusing on useful resource websites for agents looking to sell property in emerging destinations around the world, this week the spotlight falls on Central America. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/central-america-top-10-research-resour-18407 Tue, 26 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-traffic-up-despite-downturn-18236 The Nationwide UK consumer index fell to its lowest level in nearly four years last month. Search figures from Google Trends suggest consumer demand is down on this time last year in almost all overseas property buying locations. Despite this, all of our top five overseas property portals reported increased traffic on this time last year. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-traffic-up-despite-downturn-18236 Thu, 21 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-now-more-popular-than-italy-accordin-18233 According to figures published by Rightmove.co.uk, the US is now more popular than both Italy and Portugal among users looking for overseas property. Property searches increased 42% year on year to take the United States third in the list, just behind Spain and France. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/us-now-more-popular-than-italy-accordin-18233 Tue, 19 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-top-10-research-resources-18230 This is the first in a regular series of articles aimed at agents looking to expand into emerging investment markets. Every week we take one country and search the web for the best websites to help with your background research and product sourcing. This week we focus on Egypt. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/egypt-top-10-research-resources-18230 Mon, 18 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ugly-websites-that-work-18082 As gold-medallist Sally Gunnell may once have said, if you’re ugly, you try harder. It’s not universally true but there’s lots of evidence that this lesson can be applied to property portals. The most effective websites for lead generation aren’t always the best looking. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/ugly-websites-that-work-18082 Thu, 14 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-online-makes-its-mark-18111 The re-launch of Homes Overseas last month has already made a big difference to their search engine rankings on Google (UK). Our January top 20 European portal research published today shows the site climbed 20 places from 31 to 11 and now displays in the top 20 results 25% of the time for the popular European property searches we analysed. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homes-overseas-online-makes-its-mark-18111 Wed, 13 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-tools-to-help-you-improve-your-websit-18101 There are thousands of tools on the web claiming to help you improve your search engine rankings. Most of them add little value and you end up with reams of data you don’t know what to do with. Here are ten of the best tools and resources that make life easier for you to stay ahead of the competition. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/10-tools-to-help-you-improve-your-websit-18101 Tue, 12 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marketing-to-property-investors-six-use-17943 Property investors are a difficult group to define. Rational considerations like yield and capital growth potential certainly matter more to investors but latent motivations such as “telling your mates down the pub” still play a part. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/marketing-to-property-investors-six-use-17943 Thu, 07 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/targeting-northern-european-buyers-onlin-17976 With the UK property market in its worst condition for some time, overseas buyers from other Northern European countries are in greater demand than ever. Exhibiting at one of the upcoming shows in Scandinavia or The Netherlands is a good way to test the water, but you can also reach these buyers online. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/targeting-northern-european-buyers-onlin-17976 Wed, 06 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homebuyer-to-launch-property-portal-19484 Homebuyer Events, organisers of the UK’s largest property exhibition, The Property Investor Show, are to make their first move into the property portal market according to Managing Director, Nick Clarke. Speaking exclusively to Globaledge.co.uk, he said: “The new portal will have a pure investment focus but the exact content and business model is yet to be decided.” Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/homebuyer-to-launch-property-portal-19484 Wed, 06 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/what-the-microsoft-yahoo-deal-means-for-17942 Google’s dominance of search is not in the interests of estate agents. With a virtual monopoly in many geographical markets, limited supply only means one thing: higher paid search costs. If Microsoft succeeds in its hostile takeover of Yahoo, this may begin to change. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/what-the-microsoft-yahoo-deal-means-for-17942 Tue, 05 February 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/seven-property-portals-to-watch-in-2008-17740 We’re already a month into 2008 and it seems the overseas property portal market will be more competitive than ever. Homes Overseas has just re-launched its website and according to unofficial sources, A Place in the Sun will follow shortly, adding further competition to this already crowded space. We look at the chances of seven portals with ambitious plans for 2008. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/seven-property-portals-to-watch-in-2008-17740 Wed, 30 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-brian-beat-the-property-portals-17730 Brian is not the Messiah…he’s just good at PR. In fact, traditional PR and print advertising is where Italian estate agent Brian A French & Associates spend virtually all of their marketing budget. So why did www.Brianfrench.com rank number three on Google (UK) for “Property in Italy” in the autumn of last year and why do they still rank above Primelocation for this term? Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-brian-beat-the-property-portals-17730 Tue, 29 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/designing-your-property-website-for-goog-17742 The principles of great web design and effective search engine optimisation can often conflict. A well-designed property website is clean and uncluttered and will use imagery to inspire potential buyers to take action. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/designing-your-property-website-for-goog-17742 Mon, 28 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/20-websites-to-help-you-through-a-recess-17529 In tougher market conditions, it is the category leaders that win. As UK estate agents tighten their belts you won’t see Rightmove.co.uk go out of business. It’s the number five and six players in the UK portal market that will suffer as agents reign in “non-essential” spending. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/20-websites-to-help-you-through-a-recess-17529 Thu, 24 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-awards-dance-off-video-17488 This excerpt from the OPP Awards last month may not appear in the official video but we think it should. Globaledge.co.uk are offering £500 of free advertising to the first company to contact us correctly identifying the two gentlemen “Livin’ La Vida Loca”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/opp-awards-dance-off-video-17488 Thu, 24 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-rise-and-rise-of-online-video-17487 With over 88% of all UK internet connections now running broadband, the number of consumers able to enjoy online video has never been greater. The major British broadcasters are betting big that consumers will want to watch videos online in ever greater numbers. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-rise-and-rise-of-online-video-17487 Wed, 23 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-5-paid-search-mistakes-17486 Done well, paid search is a great source of cost-effective property leads. Run badly, and your costs can spiral with very little increase in lead volumes. Andreas Voniatis of Lead Galaxy outlines how to maximise the return on your advertising budget by avoiding five of the most common mistakes. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-5-paid-search-mistakes-17486 Wed, 23 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thinkspain-tops-spanish-portal-list-17311 ThinkSpain are top of a Globaledge.co.uk study into the best-optimised property portals covering Spain. They appear in the top 20 of Google (UK)’s natural search listings 82.5% of the time, ahead of Kyero with 67.5%... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/thinkspain-tops-spanish-portal-list-17311 Thu, 17 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/best-portals-in-france-tied-at-the-top-17308 Research into the best-optimised property portals on Google (UK) covering France. We analysed 26 areas of France for the most popular property-related search phrases. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/best-portals-in-france-tied-at-the-top-17308 Wed, 16 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/12-ways-to-reduce-your-cost-per-lead-17301 The going rate for leads on pay-per-performance property portals is £10. However, it’s not always possible to get the volume of leads you need at this price. The cost of paying for traffic on Google (Adwords) is rising and British buyers of overseas property seem thinner on the ground than this time last year... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/12-ways-to-reduce-your-cost-per-lead-17301 Tue, 15 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-america-blogs-17078 The US is home to thousands of real estate agency blogs. There are no published figures on market penetration but the American realtors I spoke to put the figure at between 10% and 20%. Blog numbers increased substantially last year, partly in response to toughening market conditions... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/why-america-blogs-17078 Wed, 09 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-web-design-tips-17056 A good website will inspire your audience and position you as an authority in your chosen niche. It will save you thousands on Google Adwords because users will convert at higher rates... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/top-10-web-design-tips-17056 Wed, 09 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globaledge-co-uk-gains-aipp-membership-17053 Globaledge.co.uk is delighted to announce that it has been granted membership of the Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP), just six months after the business was founded. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/globaledge-co-uk-gains-aipp-membership-17053 Tue, 08 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/seo-web-design-opp-live-presentation-16257 Ashley presented at OPP Live on 5th December 2007 on designing usable and visible websites that convert to lead. The presentation uses the example of an estate agent working in Marbella, Spain to illustrate key concepts. To see the agenda and to download the presentation please click here Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/seo-web-design-opp-live-presentation-16257 Tue, 08 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/our-top-10-overseas-property-portals-16878 FindaProperty.com is top of our in-depth study into the best-optimised overseas property portals on Google (UK). Research by the Globaledge.co.uk team undertaken in December 2007 examines the natural search positions of 46 property portals... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/our-top-10-overseas-property-portals-16878 Fri, 04 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/an-easy-tactic-to-improve-your-google-ra-16890 One of the golden rules of link building is to make your links look natural. Search engines are generally doing a good job of discounting links that look manufactured. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/an-easy-tactic-to-improve-your-google-ra-16890 Thu, 03 January 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-heads-overseas-16429 Google’s sometimes controversial project to provide users of Google maps with panoramic street level photography looks set to expand outside of the US. Estate agents and developers using Google Maps on their websites will benefit from the added functionality as Google expands its ambitious project. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-street-view-heads-overseas-16429 Thu, 13 December 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-mobile-tool-to-help-agents-16287 If you are an estate agent out on a property visit, there will be times when you’re asked which end of a property gets the sun at certain times of day. This new free application will let you use your mobile phone as a compass. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/new-mobile-tool-to-help-agents-16287 Wed, 12 December 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/primelocation-com-re-launch-with-advance-16416 Primelocation.com’s new look website has gone live with a new look and more advanced features such as mapping powered by Microsoft Virtual Earth. Each property on the site is flagged up at street level with the ability to pan or zoom and to plot local transport links and amenities. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/primelocation-com-re-launch-with-advance-16416 Wed, 12 December 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-to-target-airports-in-marketin-15857 Rightmove will begin an aggressive marketing push aimed at British holiday makers travelling on low cost airlines, Globaledge.co.uk can reveal. The campaign is due to start in the New Year and is timed to correspond with a site re-launch which will include a new look and additional features. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/rightmove-to-target-airports-in-marketin-15857 Mon, 03 December 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-search-high-street-11756 I find the Search High Street analogy very useful when thinking about how to compete for property leads on the internet. The analogy aims to highlight how and when estate agents and property developers can compete in the natural search rankings. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/the-search-high-street-11756 Thu, 15 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-property-buyers-use-search-engines-12389 Overseas buyers are different to domestic property buyers. They take longer to buy and have a greater need for information as they are not as familiar with the area they are buying in. The internet allows them to conduct research in their own time and at their own pace. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-property-buyers-use-search-engines-12389 Tue, 13 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-to-make-your-web-pages-relevant-12467 Before writing content for your estate agency website, you should have a good idea of the phrases you want to rank in the search engines for. In other words, you will have defined your estate agent keyword strategy. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/how-to-make-your-web-pages-relevant-12467 Mon, 12 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/introduction-to-link-building-12426 The number and the quality of inbound links is the single most important factor in determining whether your estate agent website will appear in the top ten positions in Google’s natural search rankings. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/introduction-to-link-building-12426 Sun, 11 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-leads-20-ideas-for-your-busine-12487 Generating quality sales leads is the lifeblood of any estate agency business, whether you are selling property domestically or overseas. Lead generation is about much more than just getting people to your website... Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-leads-20-ideas-for-your-busine-12487 Sat, 10 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/submitting-to-directories-13597 Some links are a sure sign of quality. For example, if you are listed in the Yahoo! or DMOZ directory, search engines know that at some point in time, a human editor has reviewed your site. These sites have a high level of trust and are seen by search engines as "seed sites". Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/submitting-to-directories-13597 Fri, 09 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/building-property-links-25-ideas-12456 Link building is the most important factor that influences where you rank in search engines particularly Google. Any overseas estate agent or property developer who is serious about their online marketing efforts needs to generate quality preferably one way inbound links. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/building-property-links-25-ideas-12456 Fri, 09 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-replaces-site-targeting-on-adwo-11353 The Inside AdWords Blog announced they are renaming the "site targeting" feature to "placement targeting" because now you can specify the sections of a site that you want your ad to be displayed on. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-replaces-site-targeting-on-adwo-11353 Thu, 08 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-keyword-strategy-13567 For any estate agent, whether you are selling property overseas or domestically, having a well thought-out keyword strategy is essential for success with your search engine marketing activities. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/estate-agent-keyword-strategy-13567 Wed, 07 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-marketing-checklist-12471 This article aims to help you identify the best overseas property portals for your business. You can also search our database of portals and read our editorial reviews to help you find suitable partners. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/portal-marketing-checklist-12471 Wed, 07 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/facebook-launches-advertising-revolutio-15712 Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg today announced “a completely new way of advertising online”. For the first time, advertisers will be able to piggyback the “social actions” of Facebook users since, in Zuckerberg's words, “people influence people”. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/facebook-launches-advertising-revolutio-15712 Tue, 06 November 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-12th-february-2009-30665 Investor Watch is a weekly feature designed to help you quickly identify lead generation opportunities on investor forums and to keep you up-to-date with the issues your potential buyers are discussing. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/investor-watch-12th-february-2009-30665 Tue, 16 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/real-estate-directories-13-tips-32216 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/real-estate-directories-13-tips-32216 Wed, 03 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/data-methodology-20518 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/data-methodology-20518 Tue, 02 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-showrooms-launches-search-widge-20657 International portal Property Showrooms has launched a new tool that allows agents and developers to generate and publish bespoke property search statistics. Although many portals publish search and lead figures, Property Showrooms is the first portal to give agents the power to cut and splice data according to their individual needs. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/property-showrooms-launches-search-widge-20657 Mon, 01 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/featured-portal-listings-whats-your-o-20371 Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/featured-portal-listings-whats-your-o-20371 Mon, 01 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tool-21894 test Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/tool-21894 Sat, 01 September 2007 12:00:00 GMT http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-penalises-recripocal-links-13550 In April this year, many real estate agents across America found their Google rankings had suddenly slipped dramatically causing an outcry on SEO forums across the internet. The main cause of the furore was Google's decision to manually punish estate agents using a web design and hosting company called Advanced Access. Blog http://www.globaledge.co.uk/news/google-penalises-recripocal-links-13550 Sat, 01 September 2007 12:00:00 GMT