The latest survey of global property prices has found that values across the world continued to fall in the second quarter of 2012.  However, values of homes increased in almost a third of countries surveyed, suggesting there remain some hotspots around the world. Keep reading to find out where property prices are performing best. European property prices continuing to struggle The latest Global...

The star of one of TV’s most popular crime dramas has sold his Hollywood home for almost $2 million.  Michael C Hall, star of the long-running series Dexter has sold his property in the Hollywood Hills for $1,937,500 (£1.22 million).  Keep reading to learn more about the sale of this beautiful property. Six Feet Under star sells luxury Hollywood Hills home The actor, who previously...

Three independent reports released over the past month have all come to the same conclusion – that sales of condos in Pattaya are currently seeing a major boom, with sales well in excess of any other part of Thailand.  The most comprehensive of the surveys was undertaken by the independent research organization, the Agency for Real Estate Affairs (AREA).  This, the largest survey ever...

As property prices continue to fall in Greece and Spain, speculative buyers are continuing to show interest in the market.  While homes may be cheap, it’s worth bearing in mind that there may still be risks associated with buying low cost Spanish or Greek property.  That’s the view of 24/7 Wall Street, as we see here. Take a medium to long term view when buying property in...

Despite the country’s economic woes, many experts believe there has never been a better time to buy property in Spain.  With an estimated 2 million unsold homes in the country, The Guardian has reported that Spain is a ‘buyer’s market’ with sellers keen to do a deal as prices continue to fall. Prices in the country have fallen by almost a third...

Owning your own private island might seem like the epitome of luxury.  No neighbours and complete privacy may be your vision of paradise, but new research shows that buyers are increasingly eschewing private islands. There are now 600 private islands for sale around the world, ranging in price from just $50,000 (£31,690) to $100 million (£63.3 million).  Keep reading to learn more about why...

The property market in Canada is set to cool over the next few months as homes become less affordable.  That’s the conclusion of property experts after new figures from the Royal Bank of Canada found that rising property prices and higher mortgage rates have made it harder for locals to afford a home in many parts of the country. If you’re thinking of buying a property in...

The recovery in the US property market appears to be well under way, with house sales once again increasing in July.  Low mortgage rates and cheaper homes are helping first time buyers to get onto the property ladder but it is luxury homes that have seen a huge upturn in sales over recent weeks. Keep reading to learn more about America’s improving property market. Sales and prices of...

If you’re looking to buy a property in Italy, you should ‘beware the life changing charms’ of Tuscany, according to a leading newspaper.  The Daily Telegraph have recently called the area ‘the perfect spot to buy a dream holiday home’ while experts believe it is a great time to buy property in Tuscany. Keep reading to learn more...

Over recent months, many experts have reported that the market for property in Dubai is beginning to turn a corner.  Rising demand for high quality property and stabilising prices have resulted in overseas buyers returning to the emirate in increasing numbers. Now, new official figures show that almost 13,000 properties in Dubai were purchased by overseas buyers in the first half of 2012, worth over...