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O Hotel is a 68-room boutique property in the heart of LA’s Financial District featuring modern rooms in a unique, historic setting
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Viewings have increased in the first half of 2023 vs the same period last year, partly linked to the increased number of leads according to Sotheby’s International Realty.
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The project that "split" the Athenian Riviera will deliver 250 to 350 apartments and houses as well as amenities such as gyms, swimming pools, playgrounds, underground parking and security.
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The seasonally adjusted Overall Industrial Production Index in July 2023 recorded an increase of 2.2% compared with the corresponding index of June 2023.
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The Greek residential real estate market had a buoyant start in 2023, with house prices rising by a robust 14.5% y-o-y in Q12023.
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Ηomeowners already paying a lower interest rate may be reluctant to move and refinance at a higher rate.
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Capital values grew on average by 1.1% across the 30 cities included in the Savills World Cities Prime Residential Index in H1 2023.