24 Jul 2025

Sharjah-based developer Arada is preparing to issue up to USD 500 million in a sukuk Islamic bond to finance fresh land purchases and support its growth during the UAE's booming real estate cycle. Following a strong USD 150 million sukuk tap last September and a USD 400 million issuance prior, Arada aims for similarly high demand. It joins regional peers like Sobha Realty and Omniyat, who also raised USD 500 million this year. Founded in 2017, the firm posted over USD 1.1 billion in revenue last year, marking a 40% rise and expanding internationally, including plans in Australia.Read more

23 Jul 2025

fam Properties has been appointed as the exclusive master agency for Phase One of Keturah Ardh, a landmark AED 60 billion luxury township in Dubai's Al Rowaiyah First District. Developed by MAG Group, the project introduces 558 luxury townhouse plots across 93 clusters, blending traditional Arabic architecture with modern wellness features. Offering flexible payment plans, the first phase includes residential plots with townhouse permits, an increasingly rare asset class. Infrastructure and construction are expected to commence in 2026, with the full development set for completion by 2030.Read more

23 Jul 2025

Pop superstar Taylor Swift recently established a new real estate record in Cape Cod by selling her former Hyannis Port mansion for USD 12.3 million. This property, once connected to her past romance, was acquired for USD 4.8 million in 2012 and later sold for USD 5.675 million after renovations, before its latest record-breaking transaction. The sale contributes to Swift's extensive real estate portfolio, reportedly valued over USD 150 million. Her escalating influence in luxury markets, now intertwined with partner Travis Kelce's own property ventures, highlights their growing stature as a prominent cultural and lifestyle force.Read more

21 Jul 2025

The Ejari system, established by RERA in 2010, was designed to regulate rental contracts and protect both tenants and landlords in Dubai. While it remains a mandatory legal tool for registering tenancy agreements, its complexity has made it susceptible to misuse. Landlords have been known to manipulate property categorisation, restrict registration routes, inflate rent figures, and force agent-mediated processes. Meanwhile, tenants often remain unaware of their right to self-register or the consequences of inaccurate data in the system. A clear understanding of responsibilities is essential to avoid falling prey to these loopholes.Read more

19 Jul 2025

Starwood Property Trust has struck a major deal to acquire Fundamental Income Properties for around USD 2.2 billion, adding 467 commercial properties across 44 U.S. states. The acquisition brings a high-quality, fully leased portfolio spanning 12 million sq ft, leased to 92 tenants from 56 industries, with an average lease term of 17 years and annual rent escalations around 2.2 %. The deal, backed by a mix of cash, debt, equity and a new stock offering, also assumes USD 1.3 billion in financing. Expected to boost distributable earnings, the move notably strengthens Starwood's diversified real estate platform.Read more

19 Jul 2025

Taylor Wimpey España has revealed that British and Irish nationals remain a dominant force in Spain's second-home market, with 45% of them aged between 45 and 59. Over the past two years, 80% of these buyers opted for properties in the Costa del Sol, particularly favouring apartments with two or three bedrooms. Developments such as Solana Village, Sunny Golf, and Emerald Greens have seen significant traction, with an average purchase price of EUR 497,000. Key-ready homes and off-plan units continue to be available at select locations.Read more

19 Jul 2025

China's housing market continues to face mounting pressure as new-home prices fell 0.3% month-on-month in June, the steepest drop in eight months. This extended the decline that began mid-last year, despite a series of stimulus efforts introduced by the government to stabilize the property sector. Compared to the same month last year, prices fell 3.2%. Investment, home sales, and new construction all remain under stress, and analysts now warn that unless stronger and more targeted policy measures are adopted, the downturn could persist well into 2026.Read more

19 Jul 2025

Charles Group and Patel Family Office have formalized a USD 1 billion strategic real estate partnership, aiming to create a tech-driven investment platform focused on cross-border real estate and infrastructure assets across the UK, GCC, India, and SAARC regions. The agreement was signed at the prestigious Global Wealth Conference in London, held at Mansion House. The partnership is backed by a U.S.-based tech provider and will focus on regulatory-aligned, compliant asset flows for sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and institutional investors.Read more

18 Jul 2025

Goldman Sachs' Urban Investment Group has committed USD 270 million to support the development of Innovative Urban Village in East New York, Brooklyn. Spearheaded in partnership with the Christian Cultural Center, Gotham Organization, and Monadnock Development, this large-scale housing initiative aims to provide 385 affordable homes in its first phase, along with essential retail and community spaces. The project, which leverages a mix of public tax credits, private capital, and brownfield redevelopment incentives, is part of a broader plan to create over 2,000 homes in the coming years.Read more

18 Jul 2025

China Vanke, a major state-backed real estate developer, reported a projected net loss of up to USD 1.67 billion for the first half of the current year, marking one of its worst performances to date. The downturn stems from a sharp drop in project settlements, contracting profit margins, additional provisions, and asset impairments. Vanke's troubles follow a historic annual loss of nearly USD 6.8 billion in 2024. In response, Shenzhen's municipal government intervened through funding support and leadership overhaul via Metro Group. Despite these efforts, market confidence remains shaky, with share prices falling and analysts warning of ongoing liquidity and repayment risks.Read more