Property Guides & Useful Information

From the scorching heat of summer to the temperate winds of winter, the weather in Hong Kong makes for sizeable variations in temperature and humidity. With a sub-tropical climate and four seasons to boot, the only truly predictable weather phenomena which poses significant disruptions to planned activities in Hong Kong are typhoons and heavy rainstorms which generally occur between May and September. Our overview of Hong Kong weather will provide you with much needed insight to a

If you’re an animal lover, it’s no secret that pets can brighten up your life and those of your family members. When deciding whether to adopt a pet in Hong Kong, one should look beyond the surface and understand that animals, like children, will require attention, love and care. Compared to other countries, looking after pets in HK might be easier with domestic help, however, the smaller average home size and lack of immediate outdoor space can prove quite challenging – especiall

Picture finding the house of your dreams after an intense home search, centrally located with a patio on a private, charming rooftop. An idyllic place to enjoy a BBQ and drinks with friends, high above Hong Kong’s noisy streets. Out of the blue, you get a letter from the Hong Kong Government stating that the patio on the roof is considered to be an unauthorized building work and a building order has been issued with the instruction to reinstate it to its original conditi

Moving to Hong Kong can be one of the most exciting decisions in your lifetime. Whatever your reasons behind moving, be it career prospects or self-actualization our relocation checklist aims to impart guidance by outlining five key considerations to ease your transition into a new-fangled expatriate of ‘Asia’s World City’. 1. Make Prior Preparations Straying into ‘administrative’ territory, your preparations prior to moving are essential. Be it applying for

The size of Hong Kong properties is a commonly derided topic, yet there are gems in the rough that boast practical layouts which optimize a property’s saleable area in addition to featuring high ceilings, large windows and an abundance of wall space to let your creativity shine: loft spaces. In Hong Kong, landlords who own commercially zoned properties, have followed the worldwide trend to convert these spacious units into attractive, value for money living spaces that i