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    Water meters in Hurghada

    . Does anyone know the approximate cost of a domestic water meter for an apartment in Hurghada. . Also where would you buy the meter and who would be allowed to fit it. . . .
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    Good news stories - post here

    Hi everyone. Seems that we're only seeing lots of bad news postings these days. There must be some happy owners out there - anyone like to give some examples of completed projects / good quality finishing / great furniture / good service or just something that you're happy with for a...
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    Master Agent / Agent / Sub-Agent / Introducer - so what do they all do !!!

    Given the various issues that are "awash" on the forum at the moment maybe someone could give an insight into what "interested parties" do, or is supposed to do. Starting with the least responsible person or company that gets "something out of a purchase, and working to those with lots of...
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    Ready to Move In - or - Off-plan - is there a shift in buying attitude ?

    Is it true that there is currently a shift away from buying off-plan towards buying properties that are actually completed (or just about). Is it possible that buyers are looking for more certainty about what they are buying rather than hoping for a good deal because what they are buying is...
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    Part Finished Apartments in Hurghada - is there a market ???

    . , Part Finished Apartments in Hurghada - where are they hiding ??? . I have seen lots of totally UNFINISHED, and Fully finished apartments for sale in Hurghada, but does anyone beleive that there is a market for something in between. There must be lots of part finished units out there...
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    Sunbeds on my patio at Red Sea Residencia

    . This is my own apartment . . Includes real mini marble columns, blue tinted glass doors / windows and pool. . Here are my new sunbeds, complete with built-in side table, folding arms, and a cushion - anyone else got any like this. . .
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    Small or Big Developments !!!

    . . What are the Pro & Cons for buying from a Small or Big Developer ? Anyone been reading the threads that seem to focus on problems at some of the most popular big developments in Hurghada: - some are finished (or almost),some still years to go, others some time in between. Seems...
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    Cost of extras

    , Just seen this price list on another project in Hurghada: bath with overhanging shower £250 - Standard fit in our bathrooms full tiling to bathroom instead of 3/4 £150 - Standard fit in our bathrooms safe - a must £45 the kitchen units in white or dark wood £50 a shower...
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    Shipping things Uk to Hurghada

    . Any info on shipping things from UK to Egypt appreciated. 1. how do you find out what the duty will be 2. anyone actually done a significant container load yet. 3. what sort of time from UK to arrive in Hurghada 4. what ports are used in UK & Egypt 5. what are the costs for a medium...
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    Projects delayed by shortage of materials ?

    . Projects delayed by shortage of materials ? Anyone getting any feedback on this - my builder has been telling me that there is a severe shortage of steel at the moment and prices have jumped significantly because of world shortage. . . Any projects more than about 12 months from...
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    Prices: in Sterling / Euros / Egyptian Pounds - which is best

    . For British people buying in Egypt is it better to have your Egyptien property at a fixed price in Pound Sterling or Euros or Egyptian Pounds - and why. The currency changes over the last few months have been significant. Get this wrong and it could cost you lots of extra money by the...
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    How safe is buying off-plan ??

    . During my sales campaign over the last year or so it's been very interesting to hear lots of different views on the amount of risk people are willing to take to "bag that bargain", of a property at a big discount. Anyone like to share their views on off-plan buying in Egypt. How long...
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    Red Sea Residencia - Arabia Beach - Construction Update

    RED SEA RESIDENCIA :) NOW OPEN - Ready to Move in :) Completed On Time for 31st December 2008 . . 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments - Pool & Sea Views High Quality finishing .
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    Off-plan or ready made

    . Off-Plan - or Ready Made property ? . Why would anyone take the risk of buying off plan when they can buy something that is just about complete ?? . .
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    Apperance V Practicallity

    . When people are looking for an apartment / flat / villa (or whatever) in Egypt how important is it that the outside / main frontage looks really good compared to the practical features of the unit you are considering. There are some really great looking frontage around Hurghada, and others...
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    SAHL HASHEESH - Superior Goes in to Administration - Resort Alliance - Investigation

    SAHL HASHEESH - Superior Goes in to Administration ???? . Anyone know anything about this - info on this posted on another forum. URGENT!!! SUPERIOR GOES INTO ADMINISTRATION! – RESORT ALLIANCE & SAHL HASHEESH INVESTIGATION!!! I wanted to let you know about this as soon as possible –...
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    Apartments / Rentals wanted available to rent / how much

    Hi Any chance that members will be allowed to post sort of personal ads on the forum through this or a similar thread. It would be great for me if I could book 4 or 5 odd weeks during 2008 from a forum member for business trips. . . .
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    Owner Clubs - Ownership of common areas

    Owner Clubs - Ownership of common areas Does anyone know if their development will have, or alread has an Owner Club / Charter - if so what will it do / what powers will it have - will it own anything. . .
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    New Marina Hurghada near Arabia Tourist district

    New Marina - Hurghada - Near Arabia Tourist District Looking good - see pics - will be fantastic in 3 months time, very upmarket and walking distance from the new Tourist area in Arabia Beach near to Red Sea Residencia. If I didn't know better it could be a pic of somewhere that costs 4...
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    Beach front or not - how do you know the true value

    . Seems that some people thing that beach front property is the best investment, but is it ? How can anyone work out the extra value of beach front compared to near beach, or long walk to the beach. It's only ever worth what someone will pay, but how do you know where the real value...
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