New climate, new strategies

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Low inflation in the UK economy has led to property becoming a less attractive investment as rents are not likely to rise. Some industry experts suggest firms should consider purchasing property to sell in the future whilst money costs less to borrow. Increases in the rate of stamp duty will cause costs to rise and also impact the level of investment in property. Although finance to support property acquisition is more cheaply available many developers are reluctant to undertake any speculative developments, due to suffering in the economic crisis during the 1980s.

United Kingdom, Economic aspects, Real estate investment, Real estate investments, Property acquisition

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A taste for quality

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Being very interested in food has played a key role in the success of the Pret a Manger sandwich shop chain, according to owners Julian Metcalfe and Sinclair Beecham. The business, formed in 1986, now has 46 outlets and has reached turnover of 42 million pounds sterling a year. Beecham and Metcalfe are determined to achieve high standards of quality and consistency. They are now looking to expand the chain outside London, England, and are currently establishing outlets in Cambridge and Birmingham.

Food preparations, not elsewhere classified, All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing, Prepared Sandwiches, Management, Fast food restaurants, Interview, Sandwiches, Metcalfe, Julian, Pret A Manger Europe Ltd., Beecham, Sinclair

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Evaluating valuations

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Many property bankers have a rather negative view of the RICS' new Appraisal and Valuation Manual, according to a survey by Nelson Bakewell. They still have concerns about the valuation process, and do not believe that the new manual will resolve all valuation issues. It gives 10 bases for valuing property, with five being relevant to loans secured on property.

Valuation, Real property, Real estate appraisal

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