Field of dreams
A forecast of six real estate trends in Saudi Arabia for 2011 reminds Kipp of a Kevin Costner where unknown forces urged him to build a baseball field that will attract other-worldly players.
March 28, 2011 4:38
Building blocks
Eva Fernandes is pleasantly surprised by the impressive living conditions of construction workers residing at Saadiyat Island’s Construction Village and is hopeful for more of the same in the region.
March 16, 2011 3:33
How the mighty have fallen
Petty Kipp unsuccessfully stifles a smile as property developer Nakheel begins to auction off cars, bikes and excess construction material in a bid to raise a few dirhams.
March 16, 2011 3:27
Breaking news: Dubai property market recovers
OK, not really. Well, not at all, in fact. But how else do you expect Kipp to get your attention about another Groundhog Day property article?
March 14, 2011 4:01
Free falling
As rents at International City plunge further, Kipp takes a quick look at the going rate for the cheapest accommodation in the Emirate.
February 24, 2011 2:43
Cash in before you’re forced out
Dubai’s companies have come a long way since they were surrounded by doomsday predictions and debt last year. But as they start to offload assets, are they jumping or are they being pushed?
December 12, 2010 8:51Dubai property buyers must register
Properties which are not registered will not be deemed legal.
June 27, 2010 2:18Candy wins London property battle
Qatari backed property company loses out in the British High Court.
June 26, 2010 12:30Dubai: $31 billion of real estate in first five months
Land department confirms figures from January through to May.
June 23, 2010 2:23Qatar moves on London real estate
Country aims to invest gas wealth while pound and prices are weak.
June 19, 2010 9:58Nakheel: no air con cut-off
Air conditioning will not be cut-off, says property company.
June 13, 2010 3:10
Sales down, disputes up
One aspect of business in the economic slowdown has seen a huge increase: The number of property disputes has surged. Good for lawyers, bad for everyone else.
June 8, 2010 3:25Dubai tycoon steals for cars, yachts, and parties
Prosecutors say some investors are in jail after property tycoon pockets AED 900 million.
June 7, 2010 3:35Dubai property prices on the rise
A new report from HC Securities said that oversupply persists and construction activity remains slow.
June 7, 2010 10:06
Competition conquers complacency
The regional housing market may seem an impenetrable minefield right now, but increasing competition amongst lenders is helping the industry open up.
June 6, 2010 10:27
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26