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More at stake than money in foreclosure

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Find exact school district assignment info for any US home

New education.com map search tool released today read more Read More | View Original Article

A Bucktown Beauty

This three-story home in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood has plenty of oversized windows, a modern curved roof and an updated backyard. Read More | View Original Article

HTML5 video for real estate: it's here, and so are consumers

Make this standard the cornerstone of your content strategy read more Read More | View Original Article

Gulf nations recall Syrian ambassadors

GCC countries say they are also expelling Syrian envoys in response to worsening violence Read More | View Original Article

Victoria to launch major Gulf trade mission

Australian region to bring 100 firms to the UAE, Qatar in bid to boost $2.4bn trade links Read More | View Original Article

Saudi Arabia faces rising political peril, says Maplecroft

Risk assessment firm says Saudi has most uncertain political future of growth economies Read More | View Original Article

Bahrain to release Canadian protestor after pressure from Ottawa Gov

Kuwait-born Naser Al-Raas was arrested for taking part in anti-government demonstrations Read More | View Original Article

Saudi- Investment in infrastructure projects in Kingdom tops SR150 billion

(MENAFN - Arab News) Saudi Arabia's efforts to usher in the next stage of industrial development is set to receive a major boost as the 2nd edition of Machinex Arabia, the region's premier ... Read More | View Original Article

Real estate transactions in the UAE: Seven points to remember

UAE. Buyers and sellers should be well aware of the legal and commercial considerations that are unique to the UAE market. This article focuses on a few key legal points to note, particularly on aspects where they are different from other common law jurisdictions. Read More | View Original Article

EIDA clarifies rules on ID card fines

Employees of private companies in selected freezones will not be subject to fines until later this year Read More | View Original Article

Drake & Scull International awarded MEP package for Qatar Petroleum's multipurpose complex in Ras Laffan

UAE. The MEP fit outs will be installed by Drake & Scull Qatar for the medical center, office, canteen and central plant of the complex, which is located around 70 km north of Doha at Ras Laffan. Read More | View Original Article

Caution will persist in real estate: CBRE

Macro-economic and political landscape uncertainty suggests that a cautious outlook for commercial real estate is likely to persist into 2012, according to a new report from CBRE Global Research. Read More | View Original Article

UAE property returns ‘3 times better than bank’

The rental returns on premium real estate investments in the UAE are at least three times higher than having cash in the bank according to the Middle East’s largest private developer, Damac Properties. The rate of interest on a six-month fixed term deposit at HSBC is 2.1 per cent, compared to rental yields in the UAE of between 7-12 per cent, said property consultancy CB Richard Ellis. “Rental yields are extraordinarily high in the UAE, compared to most other countries around the world. Read More | View Original Article

New Zealand and GCC trade up 71%

Trade between the two regions reached $1.2bn in 2011, up from $695m in 2009 Read More | View Original Article

British politicians to be quizzed over Middle East arms deals

Vince Cable and William Hague face questions over Saudi weapons sales Read More | View Original Article

Man accused of pouring wine on Abu Dhabi airport staff

British passenger appears in court, denies accusations Read More | View Original Article

Kingdom Holding opts to expand key Riyadh project

Kingdom Holding Co (KHC), the Saudi-based investment group chaired by Prince Alwaleed, has decided to expand its key project in Riyadh, Kingdom Centre (Trade Centre) at an investment of SR43.8m ($11.6m). The expansion is planned to include 26 new commercial stores with a total area of 3,580 sq m, in addition to 10 commercial stands occupying 157sqm, an 874sqm children recreation area 27 food stalls totalling 1,420 sq m, a 600sqm mosque, and common area and service facilities making up the 13,550sqm expansion. Read More | View Original Article

Kuwait developer signs contract for plots in Dubai's 'The Villa'

Kuwaiti developer, Al Mazaya Holding has signed a Dhs31m contract with Metac General Contracting for the construction of 30 residential villas in its The Villa development in Dubai. The plots range in area from 3,600 to 7,500 sq m and are expected to be delivered by end of 2012. The Villa in Dubai Land extends over an area of 35 million square feet on Al Ain Road near the Exit 18. The project includes 1814 villas with design inspired by Spanish Santa Victoria architectural system. Read More | View Original Article

Qatar central bank pleased with rate of real estate credit growth

Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud al-Thani, the governor of the Gulf countrys central bank has said the apex lender is satisfied with the rate of credit growth for the real estate sector, Reuters has reported. Bank lending to the real estate sector has almost doubled over 2011. Its annual growth reached 95.1% in October, the fastest clip since at least 2008, before slowing to 61.7% in November, central bank data show. Read More | View Original Article

Reform housing sector: experts

Call comes to make sector more affordable, accessible. 7 Feb 2012 6:00 PM Read More | View Original Article

Calm Oasis in TriBeCa

Owners Laurent and Monica Imbert were drawn to their 2,400-square-foot loft in an old apothecary building because of its interior design and its TriBeCa address. Read More | View Original Article

Local Dumpster Company Points out Popular Problems Associated with Manual Trash Disposal

(MENAFN Press) (EMAILWIRE.COM, February 07, 2012 ) Neptune Beach, FL -- A local dumpster company in the Neptune Beach area addresses most common problems with getting rid of trash by their own ... Read More | View Original Article

Jacksonville Dumpster Company Helps Residents Save Money on Dumpster Rentals

(MENAFN Press) (EMAILWIRE.COM, February 07, 2012 ) Jacksonville, FL A locally based company knows that most businesses and residents will call different dumpster companies to check and compare ... Read More | View Original Article

Local Dumpster Company Website Brings Affordable Rental Prices to Atlantic Beach Area Residents

(MENAFN Press) (EMAILWIRE.COM, February 07, 2012 ) Atlantic Beach, FL Homeowners now can call one number or go to one website and get much needed information and pricing on available on ... Read More | View Original Article

Mayport Dumpster Rental Shares Information on Their Help and Services Answer Line

(MENAFN Press) (EMAILWIRE.COM, February 07, 2012 ) Mayport, FL With many rental companies around this locally based company is helping businesses and individuals by offering a Help and Services ... Read More | View Original Article

Apartment available for sale at Bejai Mangalore

2 Bedroom Spacious Flat for Sale in Bejai, Mangalore in 12th Floor2 bedroom(s) Builtup Area: 1565 sqft Flat Read More | View Original Article

Sentences upheld in Suzanne Tamim murder case

The appeal court said two former Egyptian officials would continue with their prison terms Read More | View Original Article

Court upholds Dubai murder case sentences

Appeal court says Egyptian tycoon, former policeman will have to complete jail terms Read More | View Original Article

Apartment available for rental at VALENCIA MANGALORE

SINGLE BED ROOM FLAT IN MANGALORE FOR RENT IN VALENCIA1 bedroom(s) Builtup Area: 700 SQFT Rs 7500 Per Month Rent Read More | View Original Article