The GCC Real Estate Sector in 2024 Strong growth and a promising outlook

Saudi Arabia Foreign Investment

Reading time: 3 MinutesThe real estate sector in the GCC saw a dynamic year in 2024, with property prices increasing significantly due to high demand in the hospitality and retail sectors. The influx of international visitors to the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar boosted tourism and retail performance, while office space maintained high occupancy rates. Experts expect this trend to continue in 2025, according to ... Read more

Saudi Real Estate Authority launches the Real Estate Training Forum today

Off-plan real estate projects

Reading time: < 1 MinuteOn Monday, the CEO of the General Authority for Real Estate, Engineer Abdullah bin Saud Al-Hammad, will launch the Real Estate Training Forum organized by the Authority at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. With the participation of a number of experts and specialists in the fields of real estate activities, training and development, the forum will discuss the importance of training as a development process for the skills and capabilities of individuals and establishments in various real estate activities to enhance competitiveness locally and internationally. ... Read more

Minister of Municipalities and Housing receives SIF badge

Residential program

Reading time: < 1 MinuteHis Excellency the Minister of Municipalities and Housing, Mr. Majid bin Abdullah Al Haqeel, yesterday received the Sports Investment Forum (SIF) badge in recognition of the Ministry's pivotal role in developing infrastructure and providing a supportive environment for sustainable sports investment. His Excellency emphasized the ministry's keenness to support national efforts to develop the sports sector, noting the importance of developing integrated infrastructure and enhancing its vital role in ... Read more

Emir of Qassim receives Board of Directors of the Contractors Authority and reviews efforts to develop the sector

Reading time: < 1 MinuteHis Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Meshal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Qassim Region, received at his office at the Emirate today, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Contractors Authority, Mohammed Al Ajlan, and members of the Board of Directors of the Authority, on the occasion of the reconstitution of the Board of Directors. During the reception, His Royal Highness praised the vital role played by the Authority in organizing the contracting sector in the Kingdom and enhancing it in line with ... Read more

How do you choose the perfect property in a volatile market?

Hisham Al Qasem Real Estate Articles - Real Estate Investment - National Day 95 - Housing Projects Don't buy a property without a consultant - The Journey of Home Ownership

Reading time: 2 MinutesHow do you choose the perfect property in a volatile market? Architect Dr. Hisham Al Qasim The real estate market in the Kingdom is a dynamic and constantly changing market, which requires investors to understand its dynamics accurately to identify the optimal investment opportunities. In this article, we will review how to understand the current market dynamics and identify the most promising areas for investment. Real Estate Valuation Factors The value of real estate is influenced by several key factors that must... Read more

Riyadh Metro: The locomotive of real estate and economic development in the capital

Imad Al-Abdalrahman - Economic Journalist - Riyadh Metro - Foreign Investment in Real Estate - Elevators - Amlak Real Estate Newspaper

Reading time: 2 MinutesRiyadh Metro: A locomotive for real estate and economic development in the capital Emad Al-Abdulrahman With the recent inauguration of the Riyadh Metro project by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, expectations are mounting about its profound economic impact on the capital. The metro is a model for integrating urban development with sustainable economic growth, making it ... Read more

The impact of running the Riyadh train: A quantum leap towards the future of real estate

Reading time: 3 Minutes The impact of the Riyadh train operation: A qualitative leap towards the future of the real estate movement Dr. Abdullah bin Attia Al-Khurmani With the start of the Riyadh Metro, the ambitious project that represents the backbone of the public transportation program in the capital Riyadh, expectations are increasing about its implications on various economic sectors, especially the real estate sector. The project, which includes six main lines and more than 80 stations, is a major ... Read more

The impact of the leisure and tourism sectors on the real estate market

Bandar Al-Hamid - Leisure & Tourism

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe impact of the leisure and tourism sectors on the real estate market Bandar Ali Al-Hamid The future of tourism and leisure in Saudi Arabia looks promising, especially with major projects underway, such as Riyadh Art and Riyadh Plaza, which aim to boost tourism and attract more visitors, which will reflect positively on the real estate market. The increase in demand for accommodation is expected to ... Read more

Diriyah Gate as a model: The role of architecture in sustainable tourism development

Omar Al Kindi - Real Estate Articles - Talamara A combination of science and art 

Reading time: 2 Minutes  Diriyah Gate as an example: The Role of Architecture in Sustainable Tourism Development Omar Al-Kindi Architecture is an expression of the lifestyle and spirit of a city and is a product of the legacy of the ages and cultures in which it originated, while tourism is a scenario “to introduce the city to an unfamiliar audience.” It is difficult to discuss tourism without architecture, as the two are highly dependent on each other and are closely ... Read more

Plan for a new year full of real estate deals

Reading time: < 1 MinuteHe planned for a new year full of real estate deals Ahmed Taleihan I was in a meeting with a colleague of real estate brokers and marketers - an independent (individual) and not a facility owner - and talking about planning and the approaching end of 2024, I asked him about his plan for the new year. He started talking about his ambition but focused on one idea, which was to increase his financial balance through real estate deals. I was intrigued by his focus on ... Read more