The drop of the Egyptian pound in November 2016, resulted in a major slowdown of the real estate market. Walid Salah-Ahmed, who is a real estate developer himself, sounded the alarm in February 2017. He spoke of a ‘crash’. Real estate development, is providing 10% of Egypt’s annual GDP growth. Because of its significant value to the GDP growth, Egypt’s alrea ...
I always wanted to live abroad for a while. Not a nice European country, where life safe but boring sometimes. I wanted to live in a completely different country, with a different culture and language. Far enough from home to force me to a situation where the only person I could rely upon was myself. I was living in the hope that I could find my borders and ...
If you live in Egypt nowadays for at least the past year, it is undeniable that the streets keep looking different, and bridges appearing somewhere that had no bridges. ...
Avoiding scams in real estate is crucial for both buyers and sellers alike. With the increase in online platforms and the ease of virtual transactions, scammers have found new ways to prey on unsuspecting individuals. Falling victim to a real estate scam can result in significant financial loss and emotional distress.
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One of the most captivating aspects of Maadi is its strong sense of community. The neighborhood has a tight-knit feel with friendly neighbors always ready to lend a helping hand or engage in conversation at local cafes. This communal spirit is evident in the numerous events and activities organized by residents, such as farmers' markets, art exhibitions, and ...
Most expats living in Egypt often have the common issue of knowing their way around the new place or locals as sometimes it’s harder to belong around a community if you don’t share the same language, traditions or even religious beliefs. When expats decide to leave Egypt ...