The real case for property: while property's performance compares favourably with gilts and equities at the moment, its greatest advantages must still be promoted
Article Abstract:
Property offers real returns of 7-8% pa, comparing favourably with gilts and equities, but to be a strategic alternative it must offer features to differentiate itself from other assets, a fairly secure and liquid store of value and a predictable return. The rental stream is seen as much less risky than equity dividence, with past trends showing it to be less volatile, whilst growing at a slower rate. The difficulty in selecting the starting and end points of property performance leads to a pattern of unstable returns in any analysis. Property is a secure value store, and property rights are almost as safe as gilt-edged stock, although it is illiquid.
Publication Name: Estates Gazette
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 0014-1240
Year: 1997
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Agricultural land values take off say latest reports
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The agricultural land sector is currently very strong, with farm incomes being boosted by low interest rates and high price and subsidy levels. The national average price for average quality arable land is now around 2,000 pounds sterling per acre, a rise of around 30% from the same time in 1994. Prices are predicted to remain high, even if additional land is brought onto the market.
Publication Name: Estates Gazette
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 0014-1240
Year: 1995
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