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Abwab Real Estate has announced the launch of a new property development, Al Barari, in Dubai. The Dh6.6 billion ($1.796 billion) project will leave 82 per cent of the total space (9.1 million sq. ft) of Phase 1 un-constructed, developing it as open spaces. Phase1 will see the construction...

Thanks for reply, my original completion date was December 05, then it went back to June 06, and now we are looking at April 07, it feels like it will never end, you cant help but worry, my development is being built by Nakheel and they have so many projects I think they have bitten off more...

It’s not about disrespect towards locals. The reason why that is because locals prefer to stay in villa's as privacy is on the top of the requirement list. Hell, it would be cool if I had local neighbors in my building, that way I would get to try their home made Arabic food and they could try...

Hi Albert, I'll be house hunting in a couple of weeks but I think I'd be too much of a scared cat to go cold calling. Would it be worth enquiring at the Mairie for a few pointers towards people in the village selling privately I wonder? Keep in touch

Welcome all, I need some advice. I'm going to buy a condo for a relative in NY. I currently rent in VA. Is it possible for me to get that tax (mortgage/interest) deduction for this home even if it is in another state. I know that you get this deduction if a you buy a home, and you do not get...

Hi Friends, We are thinking of buying a property with a bit of land to renovate, something like an old farm house or building eg. We would like to buy it cash in the hope we could get a better deal etc. and because I doubt we would ever get a mortgage as I am self-employed and no proof of...

Hey, I am applying for a fellowship that would allow me to spend a month or two in Amsterdam amongst other foreign cities. I was wondering if anyone has any tips/estimates on housing for such duration. Also, could anyone supply me with an estimate on how much food and general living expenses...

Hello everyone Professional couple looking for long term rental property to start in Oct/Nov. Ideally somewhere between Malaga and Gibraltar. We are specifically looking for a rural or detached property which is secure as we have a dog. Broadband internet supply is essential. Factors...

Hello, I want to buy a place in France with my Fianc?e and my 13 year old daughter but am not sure what the situation will be regarding my Police injury pension, most of which is tax free in the UK due to being injured on duty. I also have a pension from my deceased wife, as does my daughter...

Hello moises, I do hope you enjoy your time with us, I don?t know the area that you are moving to very well, but did spend five weeks there three years ago, in La Zenia I was informed that there was a lot of crime there and that the local council did not have the money to employ more Police...

Hi everyone, I would very much like to hear from anyone thinking of moving to Morocco from Europe. I am a British/Swiss national with a Moroccan boyfriend, currently living and working in London. and we are hoping to move to Casablanca in the next two years or so. I would love to hear about...

Hello Moises, Well, Libya certainly sounds exotic - I'm sure someone will have some tips for you, in the meantime why not try posting to our Africa forum as well, might be spotted by an expat out there, who knows? Good luck with your plans, keep us informed of your progress and ask more...

Hello everyone, I am thinking of investing in property in Eastern Europe but am not sure which country to invest in. I have done some research on Estonia and came across a very useful buyers guide/report on the Estonian property market on Property in Estonia - Holiday Homes, Land, Apartments &...

Hi Lukas, Who knows? If you can afford to buy a house then do so but ensure you have contingency built in case interest rates rise by up to 5 percent. There's pressure on the European interest rates at the moment so it's probable that interest rate rises will be the biggest threat to you...

Hello Orlando, I don't wish to be unkind, but if you 'haven't got a clue' why are you thinking of doing this? Do you have building skills? Project management skills? Financial skills? It's a huge financial risk if you have no money of your own to invest (i.e. a deposit). I don't think...

Hi all, My family and I will be moving to pattaya in January, I will be studying externally from Australia and want to learn more about the universities in Thailand, particularly pattaya, and also meet young people (I will be 1 . Does anyone know people around my age living in pattaya, or...

I concur with Deakies comments and between Algarve shopping and the shops in the new outlet Park in Portimao you should get everything you need. If you can bring sheets from the UK (careful of bed size with fitted sheets) as the sheets we bought here...creases will NOT iron out! There is a...