Tag: CBRE
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Robot Estate Agents? Get Ready for AI to Turbocharge Your House Hunt!
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is about to shake up the property market, promising to make buying and selling your home faster, cheaper and way less stressful. According to brand new research from global real estate gurus CBRE, AI could soon be doing the heavy lifting when it comes to all the boring paperwork and admin that…
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Commercial Property Market on the Up – Investors Eyeing Industrial and Retail
Commercial property values are on the rise for the third month in a row! According to the latest figures from CBRE, the big winners are the industrial and retail sectors. Office Market Shows Signs of Recovery The office market is still a bit of a mixed bag, but there are some positive signs. Overall Picture…
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Commercial Property Boom Back On? Retail Leads the Charge
Good news, commercial property investors – the market is starting to look a little brighter! For the second month running, commercial property values are on the rise, according to the latest figures from CBRE. This is a welcome change after a tough few years. Retail Is Back In Fashion One of the biggest surprises is…
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Student Housing Crisis Creates Investment Opportunity
Forget the buy-to-let slump, the student housing market is booming! New research from CBRE shows that student accommodation across the UK is becoming increasingly expensive, with Bristol topping the list outside of London. This creates an opportunity for landlords and investors looking to capitalise on a growing market. Bristol: The Most Expensive City Outside London…
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UK Commercial Real Estate Lending Plunges to Decade Low
During 2023, the UK’s commercial real estate sector faced a significant downturn as new loans reached a historic low. According to a report from Bayes Business School, total loan origination plummeted to £33 billion, marking the lowest level in ten years. This drastic decrease reflects the challenges posed by declining property values, rising debt costs,…
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Alternative Income Reit’s 9.2% Dividend Attracting Investors
Alternative Income REIT has recently shared its interim results, which, though largely anticipated due to a previous second-quarter update, still offer some noteworthy insights for both current and prospective investors. The company, trading under the ticker AIRE and with a share price of 64.4p, has reported a slight dip in its net asset value (NAV)…
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Power Up Your Property – 5 Big Benefits of Adding EV Charging Stations
The commercial property sector is evolving, and one of the most significant trends in this industry is the growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Property Week published a detailed look at why adding EV charging to your commercial properties is not just good for the environment, but also great for your business. 1.…
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Tackling the UK Housing Crisis: A New Life for Old Offices?
City centres in the UK have started to echo with an unusual quiet, especially noticeable on Friday afternoons. The once-bustling hubs of business and commerce are feeling the impact of a cultural shift towards hybrid working. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, an astonishing amount of office space—equivalent to 487 football pitches—was removed from…
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UK Commercial Property Downturn
The United Kingdom’s commercial property market is facing a potential crisis, with significant implications for investors, the economy, and the wider society. Once bustling office spaces are now at risk of severe devaluation, an issue that echoes the financial tremors of the past. As ordinary people consider investing in property, it’s crucial to understand the…
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Start of Academic Year Boosts Rental Demand
The start of a new academic year in the UK brings with it a surge in demand for rental properties, and the latest data paints an intriguing picture of the rental market. In this comprehensive article, we’ll delve into the recent trends, explore the factors behind the surge, and discuss the investment opportunities that this…