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Understanding the Pitfalls of Loft Living

The size of Hong Kong properties is a commonly derided topic, yet there are gems in the rough that boast practical layouts which optimize a property’s saleable area in addition to featuring high ceilings, large windows and an abundance of wall space to let your creativity shine: loft spaces. In Hong Kong, landlords who own commercially zoned prop
By: Heike Pfordte

Should you rent or buy property in Hong Kong?

The soaring property prices of Hong Kong have given the city the title of The Most Unaffordable Housing in the World. If you live or are considering living in Hong Kong, you may weigh the options of renting or buying property in Hong Kong. The following will outline the pros and cons of renting an apartment or purchasing property.  Renting apart
By: OKAY.com

OKAY.com's Martina Ebert comments on Top Banker Property Trends in PEAK Magazine

10 September 2015 - Martina Ebert, Associate Director-Residential Division of OKAY.com, was interviewed and featured in the September issue of PEAK Magazine, commenting on sought-after locations for top management, budgets and market demand. Companies generally offer housing allowance to expatriate employees in Hong Kong, and with sufficient subsi
By: OKAY.com

How will China's stock market crash affect Hong Kong property?

24 July 2015 - On June 12 2015, China’s stock market underwent a crash that led to the Shanghai Stock Exchange plummeting more than 30% in value in the June-July period. The crash was reportedly due to a result of a huge influx of individual, amateur investors suddenly flooding the market in conjunction with the diminishing strength of China’s eco
By: OKAY.com

Hong Kong property rents drop for the first time after continuous climb over the past year

22 April 2015 - Many home seekers will be glad to learn that Hong Kong home rentals recorded a drop in March for the very first time in over a year. This trend is expected to persist in the second half of the year, with a larger number of new developments expected to be launched in those months.According to Centadata, secondary home rentals at 100
By: OKAY.com

Western District rentals narrow gap on Wan Chai, with double-digit increase in Q1

25 March 2015 - Homeseekers used to compromise on accessibility for cheaper rent when looking for properties in the Western District. Yet the district’s rental price has recorded a significant double-digit increase since the opening of the West Island Line three months ago.According to On.cc, the average rent per square foot for The Merton and Que
By: OKAY.com
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