THREALTY INSIGHTS

  In recent developments, the Surveyors Registration Board has expanded its mandate to include the registration of Land Agents, commonly known as Real Estate Agents. This move is intended to regulate and control the activities of these professionals to ensure adherence to professional standards. Here’s what industry professionals need to know about this significant change. Legal Framework The registration of Land Agents falls under the Surveyors Registration Act CAP 275. According to S.1(1)(h) of the Act, the definition of a surveyor now includes Land Agents. This legal inclusion means that the activities of Real Estate Agents will be subject to the same regulatory oversight as other surveyors. Registration Process The registration process for Land Agents is structured into four main routes, each tailored to different professional backgrounds and levels of experience. 1. Professional Associate Route Eligibility : Graduates in Real Estate Management with at least ...

  Selling your property can be a hassle, especially for first-time sellers. Homes are currently staying on the market for months without any offers, and even then, sellers struggle to command their asking prices during negotiations. This often leads to discounting properties just because the selling process is ineffective. Here at Threalty Services Limited, we believe we can help! The secret weapon sellers are now using is home staging. Imagine this: Joseph walks into a house on sale. Wide-open spaces greet him, with neutral-colored walls and basic toilets, cabinets, and taps installed. Not exactly a dream home, right? Now imagine Sarah entering a brightly lit space, fully decorated with furniture, paintings, towels and sheets, beds and side tables, carpets, and a fridge stocked with fruits and beverages for guests. Sarah can easily picture herself living there. That's the power of staging! The strategies below work for both new construction, refurbished, and currently occu...

  “We are not technically in the food business. We are in the real estate business. The only reason we sell fifteen-cent hamburgers is because they are the greatest producer of revenue, from which our tenants can pay us our rent.” - Harry J. Sonneborn  (Former CFO McDonald’s) We understand that not all of us are a McDonald's and starting out in real estate can be daunting, but this quote shows how investing in real estate can help propel your goals. Whether you're dreaming of consistent rental income or a profitable buy low and sell high (also known as a flip), there's a real estate investment strategy waiting to match your goals. Let's dive into some popular options that are perfect for beginners like you: Building Your Investment Empire: Become a Rental Investor: Owning rental properties can be a fantastic way to generate steady income through receiving rent each month. This is also known as the buy and hold strategy, and the key is to choose properties in are...