Reading Time: 3 minutes Right now, there is a revolution happening in green finance. After the financial crisis of 2008, foreign governments introduced policy changes that sought to improve the efficiency and resilience of their financial systems. Along with that, the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement on climate change have paved the way for a global shift in perspective on climate change. The movement is gathering momentum spurred on by innovation and leadership in an attempt to combine sustainable development and an efficient financial system. Progress has been achieved in different countries both in the developing world and in the major economic powerhouses, at multiple levels and involving diverse sectors of which real estate is at the forefront. The need to address these global concerns and hasten an integrated response has never been higher. 6.5 million premature deaths are caused each year by air pollution linked to…
Reading Time: 3 minutes We’ve has seen some luxurious properties over the years ranging from beach side villas in Bali to penthouses in Manila, but the top ten most expensive houses in the world are in a different league altogether. Their combined value is a staggering $7.6 billion; that’s 38,000 houses costing $200,000 each or you could take a round trip to the moon 15,906 times. You could even solve world hunger, if just for three months. So without further ado here are the world’s most lavish houses in order of their value. One Hyde Park Penthouse-London- $137m This is the kind of home that you could imagine a bond villain living in. Inside there is a wine-tasting facility and a secret passage that leads to one of the world’s most celebrated restaurants ‘Dinner by Heston Blumenthal’. Costing more than $7,400 per square foot you can expect the highest level of security; bullet proof…
Reading Time: 3 minutes The fourth industrial revolution is upon us, and data and technology are what’s driving it. Innovation continues to be the catalyst for change in all industries in the world of business. Real estate is no exception. The market and its drivers are more mobile, and more connected than ever before. Businesses can operate anywhere now. Use of various technologies, some of which are real estate exclusive, have been heavily disrupting the real estate industry recently. These are some of the technologies that revitalized the real estate scene in 2017. Artificial Intelligence One of the most impactful technology breakthroughs we have seen in 2017 was the monumental rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI will shake up construction, taking up mundane tasks that are labor intensive, especially with regard to design. Use of AI in Building Information Modelling will bring a paradigm shift to the industry as it will be used to…
Reading Time: 4 minutes When it comes to real estate or property transactions, you will come across many different players including home inspectors, property owners, bankers, government officers as well as property agents. However, these people are responsible for stimulating a fruitful real estate transaction where every party gets affected or rewarded. Ensuring trust and transparency is a major priority to accelerate property dealings. Transparency in property negotiations is a prerequisite for every home buyer and seller but it is also a radical component for real estate agents. Financial Decision Investing in buying or selling a home is a very sensitive decision to make since it involves a lifelong asset. Meanwhile, the real estate game in Bangladesh is stepping up to meet the increasing real estate demand, infrastructure development and investment opportunities. Thus, there would be inevitable risks in a property transaction for which both parties (clients and agents) need to stay clear and…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Renting a property requires a lot of commitment that many property owners don’t have the time or the inclination to put in. However, if you are planning to get tenants into your rental property, Bproperty is your one-stop solution. We begin at property vetting, improve its desirability and procure the right tenant for you. So how does a landlord with Bproperty benefit exactly? Property Vetting and Imaging Once you agree to come on board with our system, our first step is to ensure all your property features and documentation is well set up. Our legal team will sift through your documents to make sure everything is in order and up-to-date. Our team of experts will also advise you on how to improve the appeal of the property to its maximum. Then they will begin to create a portfolio of your property so that we have a great stock of appealing…
Reading Time: 4 minutes What makes a condominium apartment unique from freehold apartments is that you don’t just own your individual unit but also a share of the land, building and common areas. Thus, you share costs with fellow building residents of the condo. A condominium complex represents great value, since buying standalone properties is usually far more costly. However, they come with overwhelming opportunities and perks alongside the apartment. Complex Repairs Lots of maintenance goes into keeping the perfect living conditions. For a condominium complex, where there are additional facilities like swimming pools and gaming facilities, this is even truer. But you need not stress over the maintenance. The property’s authorities take care of everything. This includes major repairs like roof repairs, pool cleaning and fixing infrastructure. This can be a lifesaver considering all the time it saves apartment owners so they can focus on other important things. Community Living As a member that…
Reading Time: 3 minutes While we love focusing on fancy home decor items, we tend to panic when things go wrong. And lots of things go wrong around the house. It can’t be helped. But there’s no need to call professional help whenever home repairs are in need. Tons of home improvement issues have tons of simple solutions. Some of these are things you can DIY away. Here we look at some of those things to get you started! Fill old picture holes We all have hundreds of pictures we want to display around the house. This can lead to excessive holes in the walls, some we may want to get rid of in the future. Instead of calling expensive professionals for such small home repairs or home improvement, take care of it yourself. All you’ll need is some sandpaper, a brush and some putty. Sand off the edges of the holes to create a…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Whether you are a landlord or a real estate developer, you may know how hard it is to sell your property at times. Consumers require more than just quality; they need assurance. Potential customers look for people they can trust especially in huge investment dealings like property. Plus, price sensitivity has always been a concern in the real estate market. All these things make it really difficult to find the right buyer for your property. Today we look at how Bproperty can eliminate these headaches for you. wHO ARE bPROPERTY’S VALUED CLIENTS Bproperty helps both individual property owners and real estate developers sell their properties; be it residential or commercial. If you want to sell your property, you can make a request through the List Your Property feature. Just visit the website, click on the tab at the top of the page and input your contact and property information. Moreover,…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Bproperty is dedicated to be a leader in innovation by creating ways to make real estate an easy to conquer field for everyone. The focus is on aiding, guiding and directing property owners and hopefuls on all matters relating to real estate. With this is mind, Bproperty is continuing its innovations and have added two new features to the website: RE Solutions and List Your Property. RE Solutions RE Solutions stands for Real Estate Solutions. Available on the home page of the website, clicking on the tab takes you to a page with guides depending on your requirements and desires. At the moment, there are guides for buyers and sellers of property, with more guides in the works. The guides walk you through what you could expect dealing with Bproperty. The Buyers Guide explains everything about dealing with Bproperty experts, receiving financial advice and legal arrangements provided by Bproperty. The…
Reading Time: 4 minutes Did you ever wonder why a top floor apartment usually costs more than a flat on the lower floors? It can’t just be the fact that you get to live on the topmost floor, can it? There must be quite a few benefits that you only get if you live on the top floor; why the topmost flat is referred to as ‘Penthouse’ in many high-rise buildings and perceived as exclusive property. Let’s find out about all the benefits of living in top floor apartments of a high-rise building. Reduced Noise Like most, you probably don’t want to wake up early during weekends due to excessive noise from the streets outside. However, if you live in a thriving metropolis such as Dhaka, avoiding outside commotion might not be possible. While some of the top residential areas in Dhaka can offer you a serene environment, homes in most other areas have…