The Evolution of the Old Rental Law

• Tuesday, 18th October 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

In light of the housing gap in Egypt, citizens have increasingly resorted to renting residential units instead of owning, and one advantageous arrangement for citizens is renting according to the Old Rental Law. However, with some units renting out for as little as EGP 10 a month, what is the larger cost of renting according to this law?

VAT and Its Impact on Economy and Real Estate

• Thursday, 13th October 2016
• by Heba Eid

As Egypt struggles to bridge a budget deficit and a shortage in foreign reserves, an impending IMF loan is bringing with it a demand for several reforms, including the introduction of the value-added tax. How will the economy cope with the introduction of the new tax, and in particular the real estate sector?

Is Egypt’s Retail Sector a Sound Investment Opportunity?

• Sunday, 9th October 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

As the Egyptian population continues to rise, more investment opportunities present themselves in the country, providing ample variety and potential for successful investments. One such opportunity is the retail sector; where Egypt is considered a growing hub for retail ventures, having recorded dynamic sales growth within the past few years.

Interior Construction: The Finishing Touches on a Commercial Venture

• Tuesday, 4th October 2016
• by Nadine Abou el Atta

It is often believed that a core product is half the commodity, and the visual presentation is the other half. The same concept proves true for many matters in life, as it is a core human nature to shape perception on visual stimulation; a fact that any sound business is well aware of.

The Evolution of Egypt’s Infrastructure: An Examination of Economic Drivers

• Monday, 3rd October 2016
• by Joana Saba

Good infrastructure enables people and commodities to travel across the country, quicker, with less risk, and at a cheaper price – a crucial factor for real estate market development in Egypt. The greater a nation’s infrastructure, the greater the potential for business to flourish. The more people that can travel between any two points, the greater the possibility for investment and development at those locations. Building infrastructure between any two points allows real estate development along them.

Zamalek vs. Shorouk: Where to Buy?

• Saturday, 1st October 2016
• by Invest Gate

Where should I buy? A question that baffles every soon-to-be couple, every father looking to buy a property for his child, and every investor looking to make a profit.

Developers vs. Agents: Who to Turn to for Property Resale?

• Saturday, 1st October 2016
• by Joana Saba

As real estate consolidates its place as one of the prime sources of investment revenue in the country, property resale value has increasingly become one of the major determinants in any investment decision – from a small-scale individual homebuyer to a leading conglomerate looking for the ideal commercial space.

The Key to Egypt’s Future: New Alamein Eco-City

• Friday, 30th September 2016
• by Invest Gate

Egypt's official tourism website describes the Mediterranean city of Alamein as the “key to Egypt.” This Mediterranean city, located halfway between Alexandria and Marsa Matrouh, is famous for witnessing several World War II battles. The Egyptian government has targeted the country’s north west coast for development and New Alamein, a multi-billion pound eco-city designed to boost the country’s economy, will be an important part of that long-term goal. With initial construction underway on New Alamein, a more apt name may soon be “key to Egypt's future.”

Off-Plan Property vs. Existing Property: Which to Buy?

• Thursday, 29th September 2016
• by Invest Gate

With the continuous rise of real estate prices due to the persistently high demand, developers have begun to expand on their off-plan investment offerings, amid different facilitations to ease the purchase cost for buyers and help them secure better financing terms from their lenders.

What Happened in New Obour City?

• Tuesday, 27th September 2016
• by Fatma Khaled

In efforts to expand the reach of urban landscape, moving away from the congested banks of the Nile, the government has launched numerous new cities, including New Obour City.