Barclays banks on Dubai Properties

Barclays Bank has agreed to provide mortgages for Dubai Properties' entire portfolio of development projects, including those currently under construction. Barclays will provide mortgages to homebuyers resident in Dubai, as well as those looking to buy Dubai homes or invest in overseas property. The

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Spain comes top for retiring overseas

The dominance of Spain in the overseas property market has been confirmed by the property consultancy King Sturge. Drawing on residents from Britain and Germany, a survey shows Spain as coming top of the possible destinations for retiring overseas, followed by France and Italy, also appearing high u

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Promise seen in German property

Brits looking for overseas property investments could see fresh opportunities in Germany as the country's economy continues to improve. Although this overseas property market is probably one to watch in the long-term, Assets News is reporting that house price increases could take it to the top of th

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Retirees making more moves

UK pensioners' preference for living in certain areas has led to the creation of a new raft of property hotspots, according to a new report. Research carried up by the Alliance Trust Research Centre group of investment companies shows that almost a fifth (20 per cent) of the population is now retire

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Malta property sector flourishes

Malta's property sector is flourishing on the island under double digit inflation for house prices, tempting investors to its shores. Figures from the European Mortgage Federation give prices of 18 per cent on the Mediterranean island, beating other EU countries including the traditional strong-mark

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