In November 2024, Canada’s real estate market demonstrated strong growth, driven by lower borrowing costs and robust population increases. National home sales rose 7.7% month-over-month in October, with a 30% increase compared to the previous year. The average home price reached $696,166, marking a 4% monthly and 6% annual rise, although the MLS Benchmark price…
CoreLogic's National Home Value Index (HVI) inched up by just 0.1% in November, marking the weakest nationwide result since January 2023. Although this represents 22 consecutive months of growth, the current cycle may be nearing its end.
"The slowdown is becoming evident in Melbourne and Sydney," said Tim Lawless, CoreLogic’s Research Director. "Even the mid-sized…
This article is contributed by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor
Investing in real estate abroad offers not only financial returns but also unique benefits, such as potential rental income and the possibility of a second home. Foreign ownership policies vary significantly across countries, often including restrictions on land ownership. Here’s an overview of five…
This article is contributed by Shan Saeed, Chief Economist at Juwai IQI
The global economy is witnessing a significant shift. President Trump secured victory in the November 5 election, paving the way for complete control of both houses of Congress. His presidency has already made a notable impact on equity and currency markets. A "Trump…
This article is contributed by Dave Platter, Head of Public Relations at IQI Global
More than 20 major media outlets in Malaysia and China covered insights from IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari on Chinese FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Malaysia this month. “Chinese FDI is surging, but also changing in three surprising…
This article is contributed by Irhamy Ahmad MRICS, Founder & Managing Director of Irhamy Valuers International
In Malaysia, three-story shops are a prominent part of the commercial real estate landscape, serving as flexible business solutions in both urban and suburban areas. These buildings typically offer three levels, each adaptable for various types of tenants and…
IQI Global Triumphs at StarProperty Awards 2024, Winning 21 Awards Including Developer Preferred Honor.
IQI's exceptional performance at the StarProperty Awards 2024 is a testament to its industry leadership. The company clinched 21 awards, including the prestigious Developer Preferred Award for properties valued at RM1 billion and above.This recognition highlights IQI's commitment to excellence in…
Inflation erodes purchasing power, posing challenges for investors. However, real estate is widely recognized as an effective inflation hedge, as property values and rental income often rise in tandem with inflation. With that;
Here Are 5 Strategies to Help International Real Estate Investors Manage Inflation Risk.
1. Invest Markets with Stable or Controlled Inflation.
Some…
PRIME RATE REDUCED BY 25BPS FOLLOWING RECENT US RATE CUT
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• In October, transaction volume in the primary market rebounded to 1,611 units, while the secondary market saw an increase to 3,086 units, resulting in an overall month-on-month (m-o-m) increase of 64.9%. Mass residential capital values declined by 0.9% m-o-m in October,…
This article is contributed by Dustin Trung Nguyen, Country Head of IQI Vietnam
The cost of renting rooms in Ho Chi Minh City has risen by 20% in the first 10 months, reaching a minimum of VND3 million (US$118) per month, according to a report. This marks the largest increase in the past two years,…