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Bproperty After Hours December 1, 2019

Bproperty’s Chattogram Office Opens Its Door!

Reading Time: 3 minutes Bproperty.com, a part of the world-renowned Emerging Marketing Property Groups (EMPG), is the largest real estate marketplace in Bangladesh. EMPG has a great deal of experience working in the real estate sector. UAE’s Bayut.com, Pakistan’s Zameen.com, Morocco’s Mubawab – all are successful real estate ventures of EMPG across several nations. So how could the services of this massive organization in Bangladesh be limited only to Dhaka and its nearby areas? While it is true that Bproperty had been operating in Chattogram for some time already – but it was in a limited capacity. However, the inauguration of their new office opening on 19th November 2019 signaled the official beginning of Bproperty in Chattogram! Why is Bproperty in Chattogram? As the largest real estate marketplace in Bangladesh, it is Bproperty’s objective to make property-related services more convenient and easy. Whether it is residential or commercial, rent, let, buy or sell –…

My Home November 25, 2019

Breathing New Life into Your Home

Reading Time: 4 minutes An aged home that has been around for 10 -12 years. Its outlook, akin to the décors and stylization of the days gone by – as if the old memories are still alive here. However, as you enter the home, you are transferred to a different world; a home that’s been organized little by little with great care and time. If renovating the entire home is too difficult, giving the interior a makeover can be a great alternative. But, keep in mind that planning always comes first before beginning any work. That is why our today’s article is dedicated towards helping you in your home makeover and planning. Rearrange the Furniture There’s no need to replace any furniture when simply rearranging them can refresh your home. Some old furniture, such as a vintage coffee table or a rocking chair work, like magic in your home. So the thought of replacing…

Trends November 6, 2019

Smart Furniture for Smart Properties

Reading Time: 3 minutes Homes and furniture are intertwined – there is no one without the other. Just as there’s no place to put furniture without a home; a home without furniture is half a home. And since Bproperty isn’t just any real estate marketplace and is committed to providing complete property solutions to people – we are always trying to give our clients something spectacular to look forward to. As a part of that endeavor, Bproperty and Akhtar Furnishers have come together to organize the Smart Furniture for Smart Properties campaign. The campaign, which is currently underway, will run from 1st November 2019 all the way till 20th December 2019. So, let’s take a moment and find out a little bit more about the Smart Furniture for Smart Properties campaign! What’s Special About the Smart Furniture for Smart Properties Campaign? When we move into a new home, we have a strong desire to…

Bproperty After Hours November 4, 2019

Bproperty Rental Uttara Marketplace Begins its Journey

Reading Time: 3 minutes A separate corporate office to rent apartments, offices, or any other residential or commercial space! This is a completely new concept in Bangladesh! However, Bproperty is always committed towards bringing new and more effective solutions to people with real estate needs. And keeping with that tone, Bangladesh’s first rental marketplace, the Bproperty Rental Uttara Marketplace opened its door this 30th October! What Makes Rental Marketplaces Different? In the context of Bangladesh, renting and letting has always been quite a hassle as well as time consuming. The traditional approach to renting tends to be like— Roaming the streets in search of properties Attracting potential tenants Finding time to view or show property Verifying the quality of these properties This long and complex process have left a bad impression on many. Bproperty, Bangladesh’s largest real estate marketplace, officially launched their rental wing earlier this year. And as a step towards making renting…

Pulse October 29, 2019

Properties of the Month – October 2019

Reading Time: 4 minutes As one of our esteemed clients mentioned in his interview, home is where you find peace. It is the place where you can rest, take solace and spend some time with the most precious people in your life; your family. That is why everyone needs to find a home that will fulfill all their requirements, needs, and dreams; the following listings have the capacity to do all that! They are, after all, some of the best apartments of October 2019. So why not get to know a little more about them. And who knows, maybe these apartments are just the type of property you’ve been searching for! Lovely 2,400 Sq. Ft. Apartment in Shiddheswari Shiddheswari is always a popular choice to live among parents thanks to the presence of some of the best educational institutes in the country. The area also has the renowned Khondokar Goli which hosts a number…

Bproperty After Hours October 27, 2019

Bproperty Talks – Legal Aspects of Real Estate

Reading Time: < 1 minute When it comes to real estate, most people worry about the legal aspects the most. That is understandable for anyone who’s unfamiliar with legal terms and processes since mischievous individuals can take advantage of legal loopholes and overcomplicated terms. As such, many potential real estate investors and home buyers take a step back in fear of legal complications. So it’s no surprise that there are many questions people about the legal aspects of real estate. That is why, on this episode of Bproperty Talks, one of Bproperty’s very own legal experts sit down and answer some of the prominent legal questions about property verification, ownership, mutation process as well as the cost of ownership transference. So without further ado, let’s take a look at the final episode of season 1 of Bproperty Talks! Episode 4 – Legal Terms and Aspects of Real Estate While legal terms and aspects of real…

Tips October 26, 2019

Essential Furniture for a Newlywed’s Home

Reading Time: 5 minutes Starting a journey with someone is always an adventure. And one of life’s biggest adventures takes place when two people get married, move in, and start their lives together. Like all journeys, the journey of marriage needs items to help them along the way; which comes in the form of furniture. The furniture in a newlywed’s home helps them start on the right foot by making the beginning smoother and more intimate. Since we are on the verge of the ‘Wedding Season’ in Bangladesh, let’s take a look at some essential furniture in a newlywed’s home. A Large Wardrobe for Two People Even at the risk of sounding stereotypical, I would like to stay that this particular piece of furniture will probably be for the wife than it is for the husband. In fairness, there are plenty of people, regardless of gender, who are passionate about their clothes and have…

Bproperty After Hours October 20, 2019

Bproperty Talks – All Things Commercial Space

Reading Time: < 1 minute The importance of having the right commercial space is immense regardless of the type of business; it is more than just real estate. Whether your business is a startup or a multinational organization, the perfect space will be a key ingredient in your formula for success. For businesses, the office space houses your operations and creates your organizational aura both for your employees and for your clients. So for a business, knowing how to navigate the commercial real estate landscape is vital. The best way to quickly learn something is to ask questions and find answers. And that is what our latest episode of Bproperty Talks is all about! In the second episode of Bproperty Talks, our head of Primary and Land Division answered some of the most prominent questions regarding buying and selling land. In this episode, Mr. Nafis Shahnawaz, the Head of Dhaka Central, sits down with our…

Trends October 17, 2019

Bproperty Bites with Alpana Habib

Reading Time: 3 minutes There is no one more synonymous with culinary art in Bangladesh today than the master chef Alpana Habib. She personifies modern Bengali home cooking and has garnered worldwide acclaim for her talent. She is also a TV personality and writer. In fact, her latest cookbook, ‘Alpana’s Cooking’ was awarded the prestigious Gourmand International Cookbook Awards this was. The only other person from Bangladesh to win this honor was the legendary Siddqua Kabir in 2012, whom Alpana Habib considers her idol. On the latest edition of Bproperty Bites, we sat down with the culinary genius herself and got to know a bit more about her and her secret to cooking delicious food. “I Started Reading Siddiqua Apa’s Book When I Was in 6th Grade” Even when Ms. Habib was little, she had a keen interest in cooking and culinary. She had a habit of sneaking into the kitchen, moving things around…

Bproperty After Hours October 13, 2019

Bproperty Talks: Land Buying and Selling

Reading Time: < 1 minute Nor gold, nor silver; rather, it is land that people throughout history, and even today, desire the most. As Mark Twain said, “Buy Land, they’re not making it anymore”. That is why it is one of the most precious commodities in the world. People put their hopes and dreams on land, believing it to be capable of providing a prosperous and secure future for themselves and their families. However, there are many technical aspects related to both buying and selling land nowadays. As a result, people often have questions when it comes to dealing with land or plot. Questions such as ‘What are the steps of buying land?’, ‘How can I verify a plot?’, and ‘How can I protect my land from encroachment?’. To answer these, as well as other leading questions regarding land buying and selling, we sit down with Bproperty’s Head of Land and Primary Division, Mr. K.…