Commercial Property Investment for Beginners
EditorialRoom 12th April 2025 No Comments
Venturing into commercial property investment presents a compelling avenue for generating consistent returns, securing long-term financial stability, and strategically diversifying your investment portfolio. Unlike residential real estate, commercial properties often involve longer lease agreements and potentially higher rental yields. However, success in this domain hinges on meticulous planning, comprehensive market research, and astute decision-making. This practical guide outlines crucial considerations for beginners embarking on their commercial property investment journey. 1. Deep Dive into Commercial Property Types The realm of commercial real estate encompasses a diverse range of property categories, each with its unique characteristics, tenant profiles, and investment dynamics. Understanding these distinctions is fundamental: Office Buildings: Catering to businesses of various sizes, from single-tenant headquarters to multi-tenant complexes. Demand is often linked to economic growth and employment rates. Retail Spaces: Including shopping centers, standalone stores, and restaurants. Success depends heavily on location, foot traffic, and the strength of anchor tenants.
Read MoreCrafting an Impressive Resume: Your Key to Impressing Employers
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A meticulously crafted resume serves as your paramount personal marketing instrument, often forming the crucial initial perception a prospective employer holds of you. It must articulate your capabilities, professional journey, and accomplishments with clarity and a polished presentation. This step-by-step guide will help you construct a resume that effectively captures attention and highlights your suitability for the desired role. 1. Essential Contact Information Begin by prominently displaying your fundamental contact details at the top of your resume: Full Name: Clearly stated and easily readable. Phone Number: A reliable number where you can be easily reached. Email Address: Ensure it’s professional and reflects your name (e.g., john.doe@email.com). LinkedIn Profile (Recommended): A professional online presence showcasing your network and experience. 2. Compelling Professional Summary Craft a concise yet impactful profile summary spanning 3-4 lines. This section should immediately convey who you are professionally, your key areas of expertise, and what value you
Read MoreSelecting Your BG/SBLC Provider: A Comprehensive Guide
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Selecting a reliable provider for your Bank Guarantee (BG) or Standby Letter of Credit (SBLC) is a pivotal decision that can significantly impact the success and security of your international trade ventures or substantial financial dealings. These sophisticated financial instruments serve as cornerstones of trust and assurance between collaborating business entities. However, engaging with an unqualified or unscrupulous provider can expose you to considerable risks, including project delays, financial losses, and even fraudulent schemes. This comprehensive guide outlines essential steps to ensure you choose wisely and safeguard your interests. 1. Rigorous Verification of Provider Credentials The foundational step in your selection process is to meticulously verify the legitimacy and regulatory standing of the prospective provider. Prioritize working with well-established banks, reputable financial service corporations, or recognized brokerage firms that possess a demonstrable track record in the market. Scrutinize their registration details, the specific licensing authority under which they operate, and
Read MoreThings to consider when choosing a travel agency
EditorialRoom 14th July 2024 No Comments
So, you’re planning your long-awaited holiday? Traveling is an exhilarating adventure but can also be a complex and overwhelming process. The first step is to find a reliable travel agency that can offer best service, value, and support for your travel needs. Just follow these tips to ensure your journey will be stress-free and more enjoyable. Seek out local businesses There’s no substitute for the personal touch, so if possible, stay local. They speak your language and you can check if they have all the necessary legal accreditations and certifications with the appropriate government authorities before moving forward. Plus you support small businesses in your communities. Think about your destination Another way to find a travel agent is to seek one out based on where you want to go. You’ll likely want to work with an agency that even if they have never gone on a personal vacation in your
Read MoreHow to land a new job you want
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Feeling unfulfilled and unmotivated at work? Looking to land a new role? Your success depends largely on hiring trends and the economy but with the right preparation your dream can become your reality. Job hunting can be challenging and time-consuming but regardless of where you’re applying, there are certain things you can do to increase your chances of getting hired. Lean On Your Network Not all jobs are made public. Utilise your network, let friends, ex-colleagues, family know that you’re looking for a new position. Do your research Learn all about the company and position you’re applying for, and then learn some more. Delve into the company’s culture, values, and reputation. Understand their mission and vision to ensure alignment with your own goals and values. Update your resume Don’t use the same resume for all jobs. Different roles will require different skill sets, so brush it up. The more you
Read MoreTop tips to sell your property faster
EditorialRoom 11th July 2024 No Comments
Selling a house is a major undertaking and can be surprisingly time-consuming. It requires planning, paperwork and, yes, money. So it makes sense to stay organized, especially if you have no experience as a home seller. Here’s our selling checklist with everything you need to know to avoid mistakes. Keep your emotions in check It can feel like an invasion of privacy when strangers open your closets and poke around. Distance yourself from the emotional aspects of selling the property and stay focused on the business aspect. Do your research Before you sell your house, get to know the local market inside out and get your property valued properly to save time and money. Then set a competitive asking price. Remember buyers will probably try to negotiate a discount. Choose a real estate agent It’ll cost you in commission, but agents have more experience negotiating home sales, are familiar with
Read MoreTourism receives €572 bn GVA across the EU in 2019
EditorialRoom 25th April 2023 No Comments
In 2019, the last year before the Covid-19 heavily hit the tourism sector, the gross value added (GVA) directly generated by tourism amounted to an estimated €572 billion, or 5% of the total gross value added in the EU economy, according to Eurostat. Among the countries for which data are available, the highest shares of tourism in total gross value added were observed in Croatia (11%), Portugal (8%), Spain (7%), Italy (6%) and Austria (5%). In absolute terms, the highest tourism direct gross value added was generated in Germany (€124 billion), followed by Italy (€100 billion) and France (€87 billion). Based on 2020 data for around half of the EU countries, total direct gross value added dropped by €184 billion ( 32% compared with 2019) during the first year affected by the pandemic, causing a decrease in the share of the tourism sector in the economy (-1 percentage point; pp).
Read MoreUK housing market still cautious RICS says
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House prices in the UK are expected to continue to drop despite surveyors’ expectations that the housing market will stabilise over the next 12 months, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors’ (Rics) monthly survey has shown. The study which measures the proportion of surveyors reporting new buyer inquiries against those saying they fell, shows a score of -29% for surveyors reporting a fall in demand in March, almost flat on the -30% recorded in February. A minus score means there was a higher proportion of surveyors reporting a fall than a rise. The survey findings also show agreed sales slipped to -31%, down from -25% in February, although still less negative than the -43% reported last October in the wake of Liz Truss’ disastrous mini-budget. Near-term expectations point to sales remaining under pressure over the next few months, returning a net balance of -29%. Nevertheless, this is less downcast than
Read MoreSales of luxury homes drop 28.1% in the U.S.
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Luxury U.S. homes purchases fell 28.1% year over year during the three months ending Aug. 31, 2022, according to a new report from Redfin, as rising interest rates, inflation, a tepid stock market and economic uncertainty are causing luxury buyers to back off. That’s the biggest decline since at least 2012, eclipsing the 23.2% plunge that occurred when the onset of the Covid-19 brought the housing market to a near standstill roughly two years ago, the real estate brokerage revealed. “High-end-house hunters are getting sticker shock when they see the impact of rising mortgage rates on paper. For a luxury buyer, a higher interest rate can equate to a monthly housing bill that’s thousands of dollars more expensive,” Fairweather said. “Someone who was in the market for a $1.5 million home last year may now have a maximum budget of $800,000 thanks to higher mortgage rates. Luxury goods are often
Read MoreEurozone sees fall in construction output
EditorialRoom 18th February 2022 No Comments
Production in the construction sector in the eurozone dropped 4% in December 2021 compared to November, according to first estimates from Eurostat. In the whole of the European Union (EU), construction output was off 3.1% on a monthly basis, the statistical office of the bloc said on Friday (Feb. 18). Compared to December 2020, production in construction decreased by 3.9% in the Eurozone and by 1.8% in the EU. The annual average production in construction for the year 2021, compared with 2020, was up by 5.2% in the euro area and by 4.8% in the EU. Monthly comparison by construction sector and by Member State In the eurozone in December 2021, compared with November 2021, building construction decreased by 4.5% and civil engineering by 1.9%. In the EU, building construction decreased by 3.6% and civil engineering by 1.3%. Among Member States for which data are available, the largest monthly decreases
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