Sep 22nd, 2009
Ask International Clients Open-Ended Questions
The tendency of clients and customers who are not fluent in English is to answer questions with a simple “yes” and “no.” Thinking that you understand the answer can lead to possible misunderstandings and failure to close a deal. To ensure thorough communication, Executive Planet advises, make your questions open-ended. For example, ask “Can you [...]
Sep 20th, 2009
Summarizing The Current Market Conditions Of The Americas
Recently, while attending the 2009 FIABCI-USA Fall Business Conference, I had the opportunity to listen to Mr. Dean Lapointe, Director and President Americas Committee of FIABCI. Mr. Lapointe presented a synopsis of the market conditions of the Americans. First, to qualify, the presentation was geared towards the residential investment market and did not touch on the well [...]
Aug 29th, 2009
Globalization of Retail Industry
Retailers from all sectors continued to expand their global footprint during 2008 despite the global economic downturn, reports CB Richard Ellis in CBRE’s 2009 study. The report surveyed 280 leading global retailers in 67 countries. Key findings include: The United Kingdom remains the country which attracts the most international retailers, with 58 percent of non-UK retailers in [...]
Aug 29th, 2009
Changes in Housing Prices in Past Year
Housing prices are a bellwether of economic conditions. According to The Global Property Guide current inflation-adjusted report for house price changes for the year ending 1Q 2009, the house prices in Switzerland, Thailand, Austria, and Israel increased. House prices also increased in China-Shanghai but at a substantially lower rate than the previous year. A few countries [...]
Aug 29th, 2009
New Zealand Is Best Destination for British Expats
British expatriates named New Zealand the most preferable country for relocation, due to the combination of affordable real estate prices, agreeable tax system, and natural environment. Of the 2,000 Britons surveyed, 86 percent say their lives are better than before they moved and 92 percent say they are happier, despite the poor economy. New Zealand ranked [...]
Aug 27th, 2009
Innovative Eco-Friendly Design & Architecture
Increasing interest throughout the world in “green” is spurring innovative eco-friendly design and architecture, from the Gwanggyo Power Center to the incredible surrealist Zira Zero Island. Enjoy some of the creative green and futuristic designs found across the globe: Gwanggyo Power Center Lindal Cedar Homes Madrid International Convention Center Seawater Vertical Farm Shanghai Tower Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City [...]
Aug 24th, 2009
Chinese Language Skills Will Help Businesses Navigate the Chinese Market
The U.S.-China Language Engagement Act H.R. 2313 is designed to help businesses overcome the obstacles of understanding and navigating the Chinese market. The bill, which U.S .Rep. Susan David (D-Calif.) introduced in May, would give schools competitive grants to: 1) create, expand or enhance Chinese language and cultural classes 2) broaden technology options to link American and [...]
Aug 24th, 2009
Real Estate Opportunities Grow In Central Eastern Europe Region
Central Eastern Europe Region (CEE) offers attractive investment opportunities in real estate, Business Week reports. An analysis by CB Richard Ellis indicates the following: Commercial property prices in the region’s capitals are down double digits year-on-year. The current return on investment averages around 10 percent and is likely to grow. Warsaw and [...]
Aug 24th, 2009
FIABCI-USA Fall Business Conference, Denver Colorado
Don’t miss the FIABCI-Fall conference coming to Denver, September 11-13, 2009. The event is to be held at the Downtown Denver Ritz-Carlton. FIABCI aims to bring you into the fold of a family of people, all embracing cultural diversity, united in one common goal: to erase the borders in international real estate and provide the world [...]
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