Property investment

Home to the iconic BBC Studios since 1960 and Westfield London, Europe’s largest shopping mall since 2008, White City is a trendy West London neighbourhood within the Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. Over the past few years, the area has witnessed a remarkable transformation, making its mark on the London property market. The area’s sought-after …

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Discover why the UAE is a top spot for property investors. Explore developments like Yas Island and Dubai that offer high rental yields, capital growth, and attractive prices.

With increasing global attention to environmental issues, the housing industry in London has experienced a significant transition towards eco-friendly and sustainable properties. Several government initiatives and the preferences of buyers and investors are fuelling this change. As a result, developers are now showing a growing interest in incorporating environmentally sustainable features into their projects. Buyers …

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As the first phase of a 30-year regeneration scheme in East London’s E16 postcode, TwelveTrees Park by renowned UK developer Berkeley Group is all set to transform this vibrant Zone 2 neighbourhood in West Ham, just minutes away from the City, Canary Wharf, Stratford and the West End. The Redwood is the latest addition of …

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As urban areas develop and expand to allow for a growing population and workforce, the demand for good quality housing that is energy efficient and well planned has become an imperative. This is where St. George, a tier 1 UK property developer, part of the Berkeley Group, continues to lead the way with regeneration projects …

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Several reasons have led London to emerge as one of the top overseas property destinations for discerning Singaporean investors. Attracted by the UK’s economic stability, superior rental yields driven by high demand and limited supply, and the potential for significant capital appreciation due to ongoing regeneration and infrastructure projects, buyers from the Lion City are …

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Located in the beating heart of Southwest London’s Borough of Wandsworth, Earlsfield is a community-first neighbourhood, shaping to be an exciting prospect for residents and property investors alike. With a 3.2% CAGR recorded for three or more bed houses over the last decade, this popular residential haven has outperformed growth in the local area across …

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With over US$3bn worth of real estate acquisitions, Singapore was the leading foreign investor in Japan’s property market in 2023. Investors continue to ride on that positive market sentiment this year by adding more Japanese properties to their portfolio. Given the growth in the tourism sector, owing to the weaker yen and easing pandemic restrictions, …

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It’s not easy to find a residential oasis in London’s Zone 2, surrounded by five acres of beautifully landscaped gardens yet minutes away from the financial and tech districts of the capital, such as Canary Wharf and Liverpool Street. Bow Green by Berkeley Group is a unique property development that benefits from being located in …

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Plumstead in Southeast London is undergoing massive regeneration as the Royal Borough of Greenwich undertakes the area’s makeover into a modern residential hotspot on a priority basis. While the local council invests millions of pounds to spearhead the upgrade of public infrastructure, leading developers like Berkeley focus on providing high-quality homes to residents and investors …

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Standing tall in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is a brand-new residential development, carrying with it a legacy of over 100 years. From being a symbol of London’s industrial might that powered the city’s railway and Tube network to a beacon of luxury living by the River Thames Lots Road Power Station has …

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With multiple rounds of property cooling measures in Singapore, such as higher Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) and the tightening of the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) threshold, investing in an overseas property seems more attractive for portfolio diversification. Owing to its reputation for market stability and strong demand, London has emerged as the top …

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