Mixed use properties next trend claims new report

CHICAGO: Expect mixed-use properties, where residential and commercial buildings come together, to be the next big trend, according to the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2015 report released this week.

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Trend to build seniors housing units around “old” hotel

NEW YORK: There is a growing trend to use closed hotels (or pubs) as a commercial/social hub and encase them with new housing targeted at the over 50s market.

The most effective projects also incorporate the general store and post office. Read More »

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Gay people ‘fear aged-care closet’, says University study

SAN FRANCISCO: Aging gay, lesbian and queer people fear discrimination, are lonelier and experience higher levels of psychological distress, according to a new study.

The survey of 312 people aged 50 to 84 found almost 60 per cent had a good relationship with their biological Read More »

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Over 50s housing operators weak at brand protection

CHICAGO: An over 50s housing provider has to service multiple ‘brand’ markets.

Reputation has to be constantly enhanced in the eyes of residents, their families, potential consumers, regulators and investors.

Operators who have gone the extra mile to polish their brands through the use Read More »

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