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New Partner Strengthens the Commercial Property Group of Trethowans Solicitors

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Trethowans Solicitors in Southampton and Salisbury has bolstered its Commercial Property Group with the hire of well known Southampton based Commercial Property lawyer, Paul Longman as a Partner.

Paul is a highly experienced commercial property solicitor who qualified in 2001 and most recently was with Coffin Mew in their Southampton office.

Paul has a range of experience in commercial property including dealing with the usual sale, purchase and letting of different commercial properties, dealing with conditional contracts, options, mixed use development schemes, multi-let investment properties and substantial secured lending transactions. In addition he has specialist expertise acting on insolvency property matters including LPA Receiverships.

Paul is very well known and proactive in the Southampton business community and has organised and presented seminars, written articles on property topics and co-ordinated updates to clients and referrers.

Paul joins the experienced Commercial Property Group at Trethowans and will be based in the Southampton office.

Commenting on his arrival, Paul said, -As someone who has been working proactively in the Southampton property arena for many years I am looking forward to becoming part of the strong property group at Trethowans. Trethowans has a very good reputation for handling significant commercial property transactions so I am really excited to become part of such a successful Group and Firm.-

Garry Treagust, Partner and Head of the Commercial Property Group at Trethowans commented, “We are delighted to have attracted Paul Longman to Trethowans from Coffin Mew. Our policy is to employ only the best lawyers in the market. Our recent recruitment of Paul is a great example of this. Paul’s local profile and drive to succeed will certainly help one of the region’s largest Commercial Property Groups to continue to outperform in a challenging property market”.

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Buying Commercial Property in NZ

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Whether you are interested in commercial property in New Zealand for your own business use or if you want to invest in it as a landlord to generate revenue, you can find many different types of business properties to choose from in New Zealand. The returns from commercial property investments in New Zealand are usually higher compared to other forms of investments; however, the risks are just as high and investors require solid equity when it comes to acquiring loans to enter this market. Here are few important questions and points of consideration to get you thinking. What kind of commercial property do you want to invest in? Potential opportunities in this market include: office buildings, shopping centres and warehousing. If you are after already tenanted properties it is important to look for tenants with successful business ventures who have long term leases in place. You will need to research the type of market you wish to enter into thoroughly. This includes monitoring economic conditions closely given that commercial properties in New Zealand are more powerfully affected by fluctuations and trends in the marketplace. Who should you be consulting / seeking advice from? An essential component to all property investments in NewZealand is the use of professionals such as lawyers, financial advisors and property consultants who can scrutinise every aspect of a potential business opportunity. In relation to commercial investments this includes: leases, extensions, modifications, location factors and Council rules and regulations. The specialist advice available from such professionals is invaluable and money well spent. What can you afford? Start by determining your budget. This will help to narrow down opportunities of interest within your price range and will also eliminate those commercial property investments in NewZealand that are simply out of your price reach financially. As mentioned above, this form of property investment is much more difficult to enter than the residential market, it is common for banks to only lend 60 -70%, in addition to paying higher interest rates. You must factor in your means for obtaining finance and serving loans. Where in NZ do you want to invest? If you are buying a commercial building for your own business ventures make sure the regional area in NewZealand you decide upon has a strong economic future and that there are no regulations or restrictions in place by the local Council that limit your desired business plans. If investing in property such as retail shopping malls you will want to consider the levels of traffic in the area, ease of parking and the establishment of neighbouring businesses. There are numerous online real estate listings and resources available to help make your commercial property search in NewZealand easy. This type of property is actually quite popular, and finding opportunities isn’t difficult by any standard. Taking the time to consider the above questions and points will help you begin your search. Note down other questions that come to mind as you search too, it all helps towards finding the best investment possible. Once you have determined which properties you would like to see, you can contact a real estate agent and go visit the properties to make your final decision about which one is right for you.

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Best Locations In Bangalore To Buy Residential Property

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When you think of buying a residential property in Bangalore, the choices are many, ranging from simple one room house to independent villas. But, choosing a location can be quite a cumbersome task, as you have to choose a property that suits your needs and your pocket too. The price of a property depends on the type of the property and the location. You will need a bigger pocket if you are eyeing the central areas that are well connected and located in the heart of the city. Or, if you are satisfied staying in some interior part of the city, you don’t need to worry much about the expenses.

The most popular areas like Brigade Road, M.G. Road, and Cunningham Street etc. are mostly known for their commercial importance and it’s a mammoth task finding a house in these areas. Apart from that, there are some residential areas as well, that may not be as pocket-friendly as you want your desired locality to be. For example, Sadashiv Nagar, Whitefield(Villas), Off Cunningham Road, Off Palace Road etc that are known to be the abode of the affluent.

Following is a list of stylish, well-planned residential areas in Bangalore that are well connected and yet, are average budget localities:

Indira Nagar-Located within a diameter of few kilometers from Domlur airport, the area is well connected to rest of the city. It can boast of several renowned hospitals and educational institutions as well. There are a number of shopping options in addition to nearby pubs, bars, restaurants, gyms etc. The area can be classified as an average budget area.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.4736/sqft and Rs. 16/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 8935/sqft.

Koramangala-Reputed firms and business houses, renowned educational institutions, St. John’s Hospital and a number of shopping centers and malls, this area is surely a very good option to settle down. Criss-crossed by many roads and near to Indira nagar, the area doesn’t seem to be facing any sort of connectivity issue.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.4614/sqft and Rs. 18/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 6570/sqft.

Banshankari- A medium budget locality at about 15 Km from railway station and 25 Km from the airport, the major connecting road is the 100 feet ring road. There are a number of new projects developed recently or under development in the area.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.4232/sqft and Rs. 9/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 3693/sqft.

Jayanagar- Lying close to Banshankari, Jayanagar is a well developed residential area with a cosmopolitan setup. There are a number of shopping complexes, educational institutions and some of the most famous food joints, e.g. Mughal Darbar, Taj Darbar, Blue lagoon etc., in the area.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.4974/sqft and Rs. 15/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 10167/sqft.

Malleshwaram-It is one of the greenest localities of the Garden City. The place is naturally beautiful with the lush greenery all around.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.5223/sqft and Rs. 16/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 8312/sqft.

Marthahalli- Close to Whitefield and Sarjapur, the area is well connected and offers lots of new projects as well, to choose from. It is again a medium budget locality.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.2617/sqft and Rs. 12/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 2863/sqft.

BTM Layout-Located in the southern Bangalore, the area houses the IIM. It is a well planned residential colony with developed road system and separate market place.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.3174/sqft and Rs. 12/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 5110/sqft.

Madiwala- An area for small budget home seekers, Madivala is one of the most crowded areas of Bangalore. Though the interiors of the locality are not comparable to those lying in the vicinity, it is nearby to BTM, Koramangla, and HSR Layout areas.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.2785/sqft and Rs. 12/sqft respectively.

HSR Layout- The area is well connected to Whitefield, Marthahalli, and Electronic City, where most the offices are located. Well connected to the city and better infrastructure makes it dearer. You can find any number of medium budget houses in this locality.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.3351/sqft and Rs. 12/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 4402/sqft.

K R Puram- Krishna raja Puram or K.R Puram is well connected to the city. You can find hundreds of flats in this area, depending on your needs and budget.The average price and rent for apartments in this area is Rs.1796/sqft and Rs. 10/sqft respectively. The price for residential plots, on an average is Rs. 1151/sqft.

Spanish Bank Offers Foreign Mortgages To Boost Property Sales In Spain

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Solbank, part of Spains fourth largest bank Banco Sabadell, has announced it will provide mortgages for all property sales in Spain made through the Spanish Homes Network, reports property portal House Sales Spain (). Solbank specialises in foreign mortgages and has signed up to this plan by Spanish Homes Network (an initiative that was the brainchild of a Spanish business school) in order to help sell unsold Spanish property and boost the Spanish property market in general.

The Spanish Homes Network acts as an agent for tourist developers. Interviewed for Overseas Property Professional (OPP), its Managing Director Jos Manuel Luque stated: The main problem to be dealt with is not just the lack of trust created by recent real estate issues affecting Spain, but also the difficulty of finding finance for home acquisition, a problem that the signing of this agreement will help to alleviate. The widening of finance options is good news for those wishing to buy property in Spain and also for those selling property in Spain who will have a larger target market of potential purchasers.

The Spanish Ministry of Housing recently published reports that stated newly built homes on the Spanish property market rose 12% in 2009 and that an estimated 300,000 units are believed to be currently under construction, taking the total figure of unsold properties to around 1 million. Any news that will help to grease the wheels of the property market once more, and to help sell property in Spain, has to be a good thing for the country as a whole, a view shared by Solbank. Also speaking to OPP, Solbanks Cristina Prez Zarza was quoted as saying: Banco Sabadell through this partnership looks for a stream line of business for new customers which might need finance to buy their property in Spain. Sharing a similar set of values makes our partnership a natural and solid collaboration.

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How To Build Equity With Commercial Property Investment

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Equity is Money

Building equity is the primary if not the ultimate reason to buy instead of rent a commercial property. Let’s face it. It’s money in the bank. In fact, it’s better than money in the bank because you can’t get the same kind of return on your money when it’s sitting in the bank as opposed to when you’re building equity. Moreover, if you choose the right financing for your commercial real estate purchase, you can not only build equity through ownership, but you can also leverage your capital saving in order to grow your business, hire additional employees, or even purchase an additional location when the time comes.

Owning beats renting because you can sell your investment once you outgrow the space or sell the business. Even if commercial property in your area has not appreciated (which is unlikely), you can recoup your investment by renting out the space once you move out and by selling when the time is right.

If you plan on growing into your building, buy something larger than your current needs, and rent out the extra space until you need it for expansion. This will provide you with steady income that you can use to help pay your commercial mortgage loan or invest in your business.

Leasing the Land

Most commercial real estate is what’s called fee-simple. The buyer buys the building and the land, and has owner title to both. But while you might assume that you’ll be buying the land a building sits on, you may not have this option.

Some landowners choose to lease their land to a business that then constructs buildings on the leased land. The business owns the buildings, but not the land.

The disadvantages to “leasing the land” are the following:

* You own a building on land that you don’t own.
* You have to pay rent on the land.
* You may have rent increases over the years.
* You can’t do with the land as you please.
* You can’t sell it, give it away, lease it to others, trade it or leave it to loved ones upon your death.
* You are not building up equity in the land over time.
* You may be forced to move out when you’re not ready to do so.

It is usually in your favor to have a fee-simple arrangement where you own both the land and the building. This gives you more control over your property. Owning both the land and the property keeps things simple and you only have one person’s interests to consider: your own.

The first step is clearly defining what type of property you want to purchase and how you want to use it.