Egypt’s Growing Affordable Homes Market and their Efficiency

• Monday, 18th July 2016
• by Invest Gate

In a highly populated country like Egypt, state bodies have worked closely with real estate developers, as well as the Armed Forces Engineering Authority, to offer diversified and much-needed low and medium-cost residential units to the highly populated country.

6th of October vs. New Cairo: Where to Buy?

• Wednesday, 13th July 2016
• by Invest Gate

Since the 1970s, as a normal outcome to Cairo’s congested state, the inclination to expand by building new cities has grown, producing two comprehensive cities that have only been in the lead when it comes to residential and commercial real estate arena.

The Top Ten North Coast Projects in the Works

• Tuesday, 12th July 2016
• by Invest Gate

Recently, the Egyptian government has prioritized plans designed to boost the real estate, hospitality, and tourism sectors in the country. The real estate sector especially has been viewed as the most resilient in the face of the dwindling economic conditions the country has suffered from over the past five years.

Hospitality Sector in the Middle East Sees Unprecedented Growth

• Monday, 11th July 2016
• by Invest Gate

Not only do the World Expo 2020, in Dubai, and the World Cup 2022 in Doha are propelling enough to push for hospitality real estate market growth in the Middle East, but there is a marked inclination towards investing and expanding the ever thriving sector.

Egypt’s Property Tax: How is it Calculated?

• Friday, 8th July 2016
• by Invest Gate

In a bid to reach a conclusion on how Egyptians perceive property taxes in Egypt, Invest Gate took to the streets of Cairo, asking one simple question “Do you know how to calculate property taxes?” Almost all answers received were negatory, indicating a gap in the information offered to regular homeowners.

The Ins and Outs of Financing a New Home

• Thursday, 30th June 2016
• by Invest Gate

Buying a home is an exciting and nerve-wracking experience that requires a lot of research and planning. Will you buy a finished apartment? Two bedrooms or three? Garden, Nile, or city view? What about the neighbors and the surrounding community? Arguably the most important consideration is how you will finance your new home. Making the right choice may mean saving a lot of money on the long term. There are several home financing options available beyond using your own cash savings: individual financing through off-plan properties, bank lending, and mortgage financing. The right financing choice differs depending on individual needs of the homebuyer.

6 Steps to Finding the Perfect Real Estate Agent

• Thursday, 30th June 2016
• by Heba Eid

The real estate landscape in Egypt is continuously evolving. Development projects are constantly underway to fulfill the demands of the country’s growing population. It can thus be quite difficult to purchase or sell property, especially if one is a novice in the real estate market. Finding a capable real estate agent can be a lifesaver.

The Top Five Most Expensive Areas in Egypt Revealed

• Thursday, 30th June 2016
• by Invest Gate

While land prices have risen recently, certain Egyptian areas have been expensive for a while. In fact, some historically expensive places like Mohandessin are falling behind in competition as other areas are becoming more expensive.

Egypt’s Top Five Cities to Live in Away From Greater Cairo

• Thursday, 30th June 2016
• by Invest Gate

Cairo has always been the centralized, most sought-after city to live in. The charm of Cairo, the ease of obtaining services, good education and better job opportunities, are major reasons for internal migration to the capital city and neighboring Giza.

Egypt’s Top Five Unconventional and Inspiring Hotels

• Thursday, 30th June 2016
• by Invest Gate

Parallel to Egypt’s eccentricity and enduring civilization and monuments, hospitality in Egypt can turn the next vacation into a magical and exciting getaway. Scattered all over the country, these hotels have been described by their dwellers as “charming”, “memorable,” and occasionally “quirky.”