Investment in real estate has, for decades been a popular and often lucrative endeavor. The overall trend in property prices, even allowing for market corrections tends to be a rise in base values over time and getting onto the property ladder at the right time can ensure strong gains in what will become your underlyingRead more
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Dubai, one of the most stunning and glamorous cities in all of the Middle East, is a premier destination for the young and old alike. Those living in Dubai can attest to the high standard of living that the city has to offer, and the number of people migrating to the city has increased significantlyRead more
Dream homes shouldn’t turn into nightmares. To make sure that never happens, you should try snagging services. Snagging is a thorough and meticulous inspection of a newly built house or apartment. Such a service will identify if there are defects or irregularities in the building process. These could range from minor surface flaws to moreRead more
Buying a home or property is as stressful as it is exciting. From finding a property to checking for minor defects, there are numerous things that must be done before finally signing the papers. And this is where the property inspectors come in! Property inspectors help you make the right choices when buying a propertyRead more
A property investment by a business is an indicator of the company’s prowess as well it’s hopes for the future. Companies often invest in properties to either open new branches, expand existing services or start a related business – all of these require significant time, knowledge and investment. After having done all this, the leastRead more
When it comes to real estate, the best properties will always be those that have passed the test of building inspections, also known as snagging. The elimination of surprises, the assurance of quality, and the resulting trust in the foundation are important factors that determine your happiness with the property. Therefore, unless you have yourRead more
As you may know, a defect liability period is the time within which you can ask the builder of your precious home for restoration of any defects or substandard quality material. So, whether you’ve recently bought a house, or are looking to buy a new one, here is important information you should keep in mind.Read more
It’s hard to say what is more damaging –the risk of a property having construction defects, or the money required to remediate those defects. Finding a crack in the ceiling, a leaking roof or missing window handles is not uncommon in newly built properties. Here are a few defects that can arise after handover/takeover ofRead more
The market for real estate in the Middle East is thriving. Owing to a flexible taxation system and greater construction standards, many people are looking to buy a chunk of freehold property in this region. The real estate boom in the Middle East has further been intensified by the active involvement of the government inRead more
Snagging is the process of inspecting a property in a methodical manner for detecting defects while buying a new property or getting renovation or extension work done on your property. An exhaustive list of defects called a snag list is prepared in this process. You can present the snagging inspection report to the builder for rectificationRead more