Japan’s millions of cheap ’empty houses’ draw foreign interest
There are 9 million “akiyas” — empty houses — across Japan, according to official government data as of 2023. You2u | Istock | Getty Images Buying a home can feel …
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Should I pay off my mortgage in retirement? Benz book tackles money questions
milan2099 | E+ | Getty Images Older Americans have significant equity As current and prospective retirees consider how to handle their assets, their homes are one area where they may …
Japan’s akiya, or abandoned house, turned into luxury Airbnb
Anton Wormann, 32, moved to Japan in October 2018. Courtesy of Anton Wormann Anton Wormann, 32, has always had a passion for DIY projects and creating beautiful spaces. So, after …
financial services: Will next leg of rally come from financials and private banking stocks? Gurmeet Chadha answers
“It is important to preserve what we have made. Last two-three years the returns have been very-very good. So, maybe a little more prudent and balanced approach will ensure that …
How I reached financial independence at 38 by investing in real estate
Shu Matsuo Post, 38, built a $2 million real estate portfolio, according to documents seen by CNBC Make It. Courtesy of Shu Matsuo Post The idea of financial independence can …
market rally: Which sectors of the market still offer value for investors? Abhay Agarwal answers
“They are still at about 20 times FY26 earnings at the index level. So, I would not call it that this valuation is so far stretched that there are no …
You can trade in your NYC condo for these 10 Mediterranean properties
The median price per square foot in Manhattan, NY is $1,500, according to My Dolce Casa. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images Manhattan, New York is infamous for being …
Commodity Talk: How to trade precious metals this week
Q. Gold and silver prices fell last week, why is that? Also, downbeat US housing data came out too. How does it fit into the picture? What will be the …
Low chances of Nifty Bank exceeding 51,000-level this week: Anand James
Chances of Nifty Bank exceeding the 51000 mark this week are low and the downside marker is placed at 49500, says Anand James, Chief Market Strategist, Geojit Financial Services. “Bias …
Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh, Jakarta, Manila
Bangkok, Thailand has seen an 18.1% growth in residential rental prices on a year-on-year basis, according to JLL. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images Singapore and Hong Kong are …