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Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

29/11/22 1

Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

The UAE has strengthened regulations governing real estate investments and requested that cash transactions totalling Dh55,000 (approx. INR 12.25L) or more now be reported to the UAE's Financial Intelligence Unit.

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Will Greece Increase The Golden Visa Minimum Investment Amount To €500,000 (approx. 4.2 Cr)?

04/11/22

Will Greece Increase The Golden Visa Minimum Investment Amount To €500,000 (approx. 4.2 Cr)?

In September, the prime minister of Greece Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, made an announcement stating that the minimum investment amount for property acquisition for the Greece Golden Visa program will be increased from €250,000 (INR 2.1 CR approx.) to €500,000 (INR 4.2 CR approx.).

Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

29/11/22

Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

The UAE has strengthened regulations governing real estate investments and requested that cash transactions totalling Dh55,000 (approx. INR 12.25L) or more now be reported to the UAE's Financial Intelligence Unit.

Portugal's Golden Visa Program May Be Terminated

22/02/23

Portugal's Golden Visa Program May Be Terminated

The entire program, not just a few investment categories will be scrapped.

Assured government backed rental properties for sale in the UK

07/03/23

Assured government backed rental properties for sale in the UK

Sign a long-term government backed lease and get your initial investment amount back in 10 years + your own property in the UK.

Wealthy Indians buying properties in Dubai & London

10/03/23

Wealthy Indians buying properties in Dubai & London

Wealthy Indians are now investing in some of the most expensive residences worldwide. Mukesh Ambani recently made a record-breaking residential purchase of a home in Dubai for $163 million (Rs 1,304 crore). 

Thailand's real estate market in the post-Covid era.

18/03/23

Thailand's real estate market in the post-Covid era.

Marciano Birjmohun, Vice President of Business Development for Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Ltd, provides his market update results.

Greece continues to accept Golden Visa investments at one of Europe's lowest rates.

18/03/23

Greece continues to accept Golden Visa investments at one of Europe's lowest rates.

Many wondered whether Greece's Golden Visa programme would keep its title as the most alluring residency by investment programme in the world when Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a price increase for the programme a few months back.

The UK's top buy-to-let neighbourhoods for 2023

18/03/23

The UK's top buy-to-let neighbourhoods for 2023

Where in the UK might you earn enticing returns in 2023? For landlords, purchasing real estate in the correct areas is essential.

Australia the Lucky Country

04/04/22

Australia the Lucky Country

Australia has often been referred to as the ”lucky country”, this reference does not come lightly and is well deserved given the land of opportunity has been ranked in the world’s top 20 for house price growth for the year to June 2020 new analysis has revealed. According to Knight Frank’s Global House Price Index for the second quarter of 2020 Australian house price growth has grown 6.1 per cent since June last year. Whilst many Australians have weathered the global COVID-19 pandemic well due to proactive action by state and federal governments.

DUBAI VISAS FOR INDIANS

08/09/22

DUBAI VISAS FOR INDIANS

Dubai is a preferred choice for Indians wanting to live abroad. There are many reasons why Indians love Dubai. Flying back to India from Dubai to visit family is easy, it is only 3 -4 hours away from the main Indian cities. If you are interested in moving from India to Dubai, here is a checklist of some of the important things that you need to know to make your move stress-free. We also try to answer the question, “what do I need to move to Dubai!”

Golden visa options for Indians

15/09/22

Golden visa options for Indians

A Golden Visa refers to an immigration program adopted by certain countries that allow wealthy foreigners to get a residence permit or even citizenship in exchange for investing in the country.

Thailand Retirement Visa For Indians

29/09/22

Thailand Retirement Visa For Indians

Do you want to retire in Thailand? Would you like to spend months in Thailand and enjoy the cheap and holiday lifestyle? Keep reading how you can do so easily if you are above the age of 50.

Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

09/08/22

Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

It is not surprising that a lot of Indian students choose to study in Melbourne over any other Australian city. The quality of life, ease of public transport, abundance of shopping amenities make it a comfortable place to live and study.

When purchasing a property in Dubai, avoid the common mistakes made by many Indians.

14/08/22

When purchasing a property in Dubai, avoid the common mistakes made by many Indians.

The benefits of this program have been advertised and are promoted aggressively across various media channels. We, however, are objective and mindful of the pitfalls of diving into buying a property without researching the fundamentals of the Dubai property market.

Real Estate Agencies In Australia

19/08/22

Real Estate Agencies In Australia

The housing industry is a highly regulated marketplace with clearly outlined requirements. However it does have strict rules so for someone who is looking to buy a property needs expert assistance.

Benefits Of The Portugal Golden Visa

28/10/22

Benefits Of The Portugal Golden Visa

If you are seriously thinking of obtaining a residence permit for the European Union, the Portugal golden visa should be on top of your list.

Is The Portugal Golden Visa Coming To An End?

04/11/22

Is The Portugal Golden Visa Coming To An End?

Portugal has one of the most popular golden visa residency-by-investment programs. It has been beneficial both to the country as well as to investors looking to move or establish a base there. But Portugal’s Prime Minister, Mr. António Costa has announced that the government is currently evaluating whether they should continue the program or not. When questioned whether this would mean the end of the popular program, he said: “We are currently evaluating, and when we are evaluating, we are considering all the possibilities. And after the evaluation is completed, decisions are made, and the possibilities become decisions.”

Jump on the Thailand bandwagon

22/04/22

Jump on the Thailand bandwagon

Thailand and real estate are not new trends for foreign travelers who for decades have been attracted here from every corner of the world.

Dubai Golden Visa Scheme

22/04/22

Dubai Golden Visa Scheme

The Golden Visa Scheme minimum investment amount has been brought down to AED 2 million (Approx. INR 4.16 CR) from AED 10 million.

Invest In Porto And Get Citizenship

19/10/22

Invest In Porto And Get Citizenship

Steeped in history, the city of Porto is the gateway to Portugal’s northern region as well as the northern and western regions of Spain.

Located along the Douro River, Porto is one of the oldest European cities. It is the second largest city in Portugal and a major urban area. Port wine is one of Portugal’s most famous exports and was named after Porto.

Greece Golden Visa Program Explained

10/06/22

Greece Golden Visa Program Explained

Launched in 2013, the Greece Golden Visa program is considered one of the most affordable and alluring programs available for investors wanting access to the Schengen visa.

The Benefits Of Higher Education In The UK

11/06/22

The Benefits Of Higher Education In The UK

The UK is home to some of the world’s top-ranking universities, world class leaders inacademic studies. This makes it a popular destination among postgraduate students from all over the world.Almost 45% of the international student population studies in the UK at postgraduate level.

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Real Estate Agencies In Australia

19/08/22

Real Estate Agencies In Australia

The housing industry is a highly regulated marketplace with clearly outlined requirements. However it does have strict rules so for someone who is looking to buy a property needs expert assistance.

Invest In Porto And Get Citizenship

19/10/22

Invest In Porto And Get Citizenship

Steeped in history, the city of Porto is the gateway to Portugal’s northern region as well as the northern and western regions of Spain.

Located along the Douro River, Porto is one of the oldest European cities. It is the second largest city in Portugal and a major urban area. Port wine is one of Portugal’s most famous exports and was named after Porto.

Will Greece Increase The Golden Visa Minimum Investment Amount To €500,000 (approx. 4.2 Cr)?

04/11/22

Will Greece Increase The Golden Visa Minimum Investment Amount To €500,000 (approx. 4.2 Cr)?

In September, the prime minister of Greece Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, made an announcement stating that the minimum investment amount for property acquisition for the Greece Golden Visa program will be increased from €250,000 (INR 2.1 CR approx.) to €500,000 (INR 4.2 CR approx.).

Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

29/11/22

Dubai – Only Honest Funds Wanted

The UAE has strengthened regulations governing real estate investments and requested that cash transactions totalling Dh55,000 (approx. INR 12.25L) or more now be reported to the UAE's Financial Intelligence Unit.

Why invest in the UK ?

17/02/23

Why invest in the UK ?

The UK property market has stood firm in the last three out of four recessionary environments
over the 30 years. The subprime mortgage crisis was the only instance where UK property
prices suffered but they quickly bounced back and not only recovered but grew by +5% within
just 18 months. Such consistency over such a long period and in response to such a diverse
range of causes, e.g., inflationary crisis, Russia – Ukraine war and the Covid-19 pandemic is
remarkable.

Portugal's Golden Visa Program May Be Terminated

22/02/23

Portugal's Golden Visa Program May Be Terminated

The entire program, not just a few investment categories will be scrapped.

Assured government backed rental properties for sale in the UK

07/03/23

Assured government backed rental properties for sale in the UK

Sign a long-term government backed lease and get your initial investment amount back in 10 years + your own property in the UK.

Wealthy Indians buying properties in Dubai & London

10/03/23

Wealthy Indians buying properties in Dubai & London

Wealthy Indians are now investing in some of the most expensive residences worldwide. Mukesh Ambani recently made a record-breaking residential purchase of a home in Dubai for $163 million (Rs 1,304 crore). 

Thailand's real estate market in the post-Covid era.

18/03/23

Thailand's real estate market in the post-Covid era.

Marciano Birjmohun, Vice President of Business Development for Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Ltd, provides his market update results.

Greece continues to accept Golden Visa investments at one of Europe's lowest rates.

18/03/23

Greece continues to accept Golden Visa investments at one of Europe's lowest rates.

Many wondered whether Greece's Golden Visa programme would keep its title as the most alluring residency by investment programme in the world when Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a price increase for the programme a few months back.

The UK's top buy-to-let neighbourhoods for 2023

18/03/23

The UK's top buy-to-let neighbourhoods for 2023

Where in the UK might you earn enticing returns in 2023? For landlords, purchasing real estate in the correct areas is essential.

DUBAI VISAS FOR INDIANS

08/09/22

DUBAI VISAS FOR INDIANS

Dubai is a preferred choice for Indians wanting to live abroad. There are many reasons why Indians love Dubai. Flying back to India from Dubai to visit family is easy, it is only 3 -4 hours away from the main Indian cities. If you are interested in moving from India to Dubai, here is a checklist of some of the important things that you need to know to make your move stress-free. We also try to answer the question, “what do I need to move to Dubai!”

Golden visa options for Indians

15/09/22

Golden visa options for Indians

A Golden Visa refers to an immigration program adopted by certain countries that allow wealthy foreigners to get a residence permit or even citizenship in exchange for investing in the country.

Australia the Lucky Country

04/04/22

Australia the Lucky Country

Australia has often been referred to as the ”lucky country”, this reference does not come lightly and is well deserved given the land of opportunity has been ranked in the world’s top 20 for house price growth for the year to June 2020 new analysis has revealed. According to Knight Frank’s Global House Price Index for the second quarter of 2020 Australian house price growth has grown 6.1 per cent since June last year. Whilst many Australians have weathered the global COVID-19 pandemic well due to proactive action by state and federal governments.

Why Indian Students are Choosing to Study in Australia?

11/06/22

Why Indian Students are Choosing to Study in Australia?

Most of us when we think of Australia immediately picture the vast outback, kangaroos, and cricket. We have all seen images of the clean beaches with clear waters. But there is more to Australia and the education system that attracts Indian students.

Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

09/08/22

Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

It is not surprising that a lot of Indian students choose to study in Melbourne over any other Australian city. The quality of life, ease of public transport, abundance of shopping amenities make it a comfortable place to live and study.

Is The Portugal Golden Visa Coming To An End?

04/11/22

Is The Portugal Golden Visa Coming To An End?

Portugal has one of the most popular golden visa residency-by-investment programs. It has been beneficial both to the country as well as to investors looking to move or establish a base there. But Portugal’s Prime Minister, Mr. António Costa has announced that the government is currently evaluating whether they should continue the program or not. When questioned whether this would mean the end of the popular program, he said: “We are currently evaluating, and when we are evaluating, we are considering all the possibilities. And after the evaluation is completed, decisions are made, and the possibilities become decisions.”

Hotel Management – Why Are Swiss Schools Ranked The Best In The World?

11/06/22

Hotel Management – Why Are Swiss Schools Ranked The Best In The World?

According to the latest QS World university rankingsby subject, Switzerland is home to three of the world’s top four institutions for hospitality & leisure management – as well as eight in the top 20

Buying Property in Thailand – Do’s & Don’ts

29/04/22

Buying Property in Thailand – Do’s & Don’ts

After a wonderful vacation from amazing Thailand, it is not unusual to get excited by the prospect of buying a holiday home in this tropical paradise.

Planning to shift to Canada?

29/04/22

Planning to shift to Canada?

Indians have long preferred Canada as a destination to migrate to. Tens and thousands of Indians migrate to Canada each year.

Mauritius – Enticing Retirees with long term visas

29/04/22

Mauritius – Enticing Retirees with long term visas

Mauritius is quickly becoming a fantastic destination for elderly and retirement purchasers looking for a great lifestyle and good amenities.

Commonwealth of Domenica – Banned Nationalities

10/06/22

Commonwealth of Domenica – Banned Nationalities

According to a statement issued on the Domenica CIU website, it has with immediate effect banned all nationals from Syria and Iraq from applying for the Citizenship by Investment program. 

AUSTRALIA – Safe as houses!

29/04/22

AUSTRALIA – Safe as houses!

International buyers from China, Hong Kong and Southeast Asia have had a long love affair with Australian property.

Golden Visa - Sri Lanka

10/06/22

Golden Visa - Sri Lanka

According to reports in various newspapers and channels, Sri Lanka has recently announced that it will sell long term visas to attract foreigners that invest in the local economy.

Australia – A preferred education destination for Indian students

10/06/22

Australia – A preferred education destination for Indian students

After China, India is the second highest contributor of students to Australia.Large numbers of Indian students fly to Australia each year to enrol in educational institutes.

Migration: CANADA

Golden Visa

62% increase in enquiries for investment migration programs from Indians in 2020: Nirbhay Handa of Henley & Partners

11/03/22

62% increase in enquiries for investment migration programs from Indians in 2020: Nirbhay Handa of Henley & Partners

Residence and citizenship programs have today become a significant option for internationally mobile entrepreneurs, executives and investors looking for alternative residence and/or citizenship. London-headquartered advisory firm Henley & Partners said it fielded 62% more enquiries for investment migration programs from Indian nationals in 2020. In the first half of 2021, there was a 30% increase in enquiries. Globally, the first half of 2021 saw a 40% increase in overall enquiries.

 
Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

09/08/22

Melbourne, Australia – A World Class Study Destination

It is not surprising that a lot of Indian students choose to study in Melbourne over any other Australian city. The quality of life, ease of public transport, abundance of shopping amenities make it a comfortable place to live and study.

Golden visa options for Indians

15/09/22

Golden visa options for Indians

A Golden Visa refers to an immigration program adopted by certain countries that allow wealthy foreigners to get a residence permit or even citizenship in exchange for investing in the country.

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