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Explore OKAY.com’s latest property news and trends across the Hong Kong, China and Global property markets. With expert commentary and opinion, we keep you up to date on property happenings both near and far.

Here's What You Need to Know About the New Mortgage Rules in Hong Kong 2023

On July 7th, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in collaboration with the Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation (HKMC) implemented measures to relax mortgage rules to ease the down payment requirements for potential buyers. These changes benefit first-time buyers and owners looking to trade up by adjusting the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio.Based on the
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Renovation Risks: Know These 5 Things Before Renovating Your Home

Renovations for a Hong Kong apartment are an investment that can enhance home interiors and provide an opportunity to increase the build quality and one’s property value using the latest home technology and materials. When done properly, a well-executed renovation with beautiful interiors will give your long-lasting peace of mind and enjoyment wit
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A Guide To Living In Hong Kong

A modern, finger-on-the-pulse metropolis rich with culture, natural beauty, and unmatched business opportunities, Hong Kong is truly one of the most iconic places in the world to live in. And yet, for the uninitiated expat, making the most of living in this ever-changing, dynamic city can feel like navigating a labyrinth. From settling into a home
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Factors to Consider When Buying Property in Hong Kong

Buying property is a widely held aspiration among Hong Kong people, and perhaps the single most important financial decision one can make in their lifetime. With Hong Kong’s housing market slump and property prices softening, you may be wondering ] when is the best time to buy a house and what factors are there to consider.According to a recent po
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Hong Kong’s New Stamp Duty Amendment Explained

In the recent 2022 Policy Address, the Hong Kong government announced a concession of the extra stamp duty in a bid to attract overseas professionals and talents to the city. Under the new stamp duty amendment, eligible non-locals who purchase residential property in Hong Kong will be entitled to nearly a 30% refund of the stamp duty paid on the p
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OKAY.com’s Monica Tse promotes her sole agent property, Y.Y. Mansion on TVB

OKAY.com property agent Monica Tse was featured on TVB property program, 日日有樓睇on 3 Sep 2021, where she showcased an apartment in Y.Y. Mansion, Pokfulam.The advertised 3 beds/ 3 baths unit is located in a quiet area of Pokfulam Road, this stylish apartment is ideal for a family looking for modern décor and versatility. The clever use of room partit
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PRESS RELEASE: OKAY.COM JOINS FORBES GLOBAL PROPERTIES AS EXCLUSIVE HONG KONG FOUNDING MEMBER

Hong Kong, June 10, 2021 - OKAY.com is proud to announce it has become a Founding Member of Forbes Global Properties, a new curated marketplace for the luxury and ultra-luxury real estate markets around the world.Launched in December 2020, Forbes Global Properties seeks to connect discerning buyers and owners of the world’s finest homes. In joinin
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The Many Ways a Real Estate Agent Can Help with Your Home Purchase

10 December 2020 - Whether it’s your first home purchase or you’ve bought residences before, the procedures and regulations involved in home-buying can be truly daunting. A major acquisition like a new flat can affect your life in lots of ways for many years if not decades to come. That’s why it is so important to have a licensed and experienced p
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Why Joining Forces With a Real Estate Agent Is So Important When Selling Your Home

25 November 2020 - These days, the idea selling a home on your own without professional outside help might seem like a smart way to keep real estate agent fees in your pocket. However, history is filled with numerous tales about the pitfalls associated with DIY home sellers as today the complexities and procedures involved in real estate transacti
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Transforming Your Home with Thai Style

5 November 2020 - The current global pandemic and subsequent international travel bans have hit Hong Kong residents especially hard with respect to one of their favorite destinations – Thailand. World-renowned Thai cultural treasures are manifold, not the least of which is the Thai sense of interior home decorating.Home owners and flat dwellers in
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