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Issue: July 24, 2008 (Archive)

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Lion City prices tick along
Despite a slowdown in property transactions due to government cooling measures in Singapore, foreign investors still consider the city-state among their top choices for investment in luxury homes.

Olympic heights
A legacy of the 2012 London Olympic Games, Capital Towers is a new all- private residential development of two stunning towers that overlook Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Located in Stratford, east London's newest metropolitan area, Capital Towers boasts extensive transport links, with nine direct rail lines into the city center and further afield.

More needed for scheme to work
The "Hong Kong Property for Hong Kong People" scheme was launched by the government to satisfy local residents' demands for affordable housing.

Taxing times for luxury sector
At least 60 luxury houses valued at a total of more than HK$10 billion on The Peak and in Southern District remain unsold, with the government's property cooling measures being blamed for scaring away buyers, particularly wealthy mainlanders.

Confidence in condos
Among southeast Asian nations, Thailand seems unable to attract a lot of foreign investors to its property market. And it's probably due to some myths about Thai taxation, said Apichart Chutrakul, chief executive of property developer Sansiri.

Room to breathe
If you're looking for space and freedom, Green Crest at Ngau Tam Mei in Yuen Long could be right up your street. The tranquil surroundings and mountain views offer an escape from the hustle and bustle.

On cloud nine
Regent Nine is a new residential development in the East End of London, located just moments away from Regent's Canal and Hoxton.

The high life
A cozy house with a warm fireplace may once have been a fairytale dream for many romantic souls. That dream can be reality. Nestled in a quaint alpine hamlet, The Chedi Andermatt is a luxurious five- star contemporary hotel and residences development that combines traditional alpine style with modern design.

Ins and outs of mainland cash
Just as hongkongers started to believe the government curbs on the residential property market were finally taming the spiraling prices, another force is threatening to tip the balance - cash-rich mainland developers.

Gardens of delight
Life in London's Docklands gets a little bit more exciting with Royal Victoria Gardens, the latest phase of Marine Wharf at Surrey Quays entering the picture.

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