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Thinking about pooling funds to invest in property?The Urban Developer is delighted to host an interactive webinar with three industry experts from across the legal, accounting and funding disciplines.Each presenter will unpack the essential information required for property developers and investors to collectively participate in real estate investment opportunities.Meet our three expertsSean McMahon—Partner, Hall and WilcoxMcMahon is a leading expert in property syndicates with more than 25 years of experience in funds management and corporate law. As co-lead of Hall & Wilcox’s investment funds team, he specialises in fund structuring, real...

Seattle named 9th most expensive city in U.S.According to a report from Oxford Economics, it takes a household income of $200,000 to afford a new home in Seattle, including property taxes and insurance costs.Fox - SeattleProperty taxes are a thorn in the side of homeowners. While many of us wish we didn't have to pay them, we don't have a choice. Just how much you pay depends on where you live, as taxes fluctuate from state to state and from town to town.In New Jersey, property taxes are significantly higher...

Seattle named 9th most expensive city in U.S.According to a report from Oxford Economics, it takes a household income of $200,000 to afford a new home in Seattle, including property taxes and insurance costs.Fox - SeattleIllinois has the second-highest property tax rate in the country with Connecticut coming in third place.Property taxes are a thorn in the side of homeowners. While many of us wish we didn't have to pay them, we don't have a choice. Just how much you pay depends on where you live, as taxes fluctuate from...

Recession fears persist amid inflation and trade warsPresident Donald Trump did not rule out the possibility of a recession in a recent Fox News interview, amid his administration's continuing trade war.The U.S. economy may be heading toward a recession due to recent economic policies and global uncertainty.A recession is characterized by a decline in economic activity, including a drop in GDP, increased unemployment, and reduced consumer spending.Experts suggest preparing for a potential recession by building an emergency fund, reducing debt, and diversifying investments.Are we heading for a recession?On Monday, U.S....

Farming union members from across Wales were at the Senedd for a debate on the UK Government's controversial changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) on Wednesday, March 5, The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) and National Farmer Union Cymru members were in the Senedd, lobbying Welsh politicians to press for the UK Government to review their far-reaching changes.The debate, tabled by Plaid Cymru, called on the Welsh Government to make representations to the UK Government to reconsider and pause the family farm tax until they have conducted a thorough consultation and...

Jeremy Bowman  |  The Motley FoolTesla tumbles below $1 trillion valueFor the first time since November, Tesla is worth less than $1 trillion. The firm's stock tumbled 8% after new figures showed sales have slumped in Europe.After soaring following the election, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock ran into a wall in February as a number of news items, macro challenges and CEO Elon Musk's involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative all seemed to contribute to a sharp pullback in the stock.When the dust settled for February, the stock...

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video President Trump’s prized golf club has been vandalised with ‘Trump is a c***’ and ‘F*** Trump’ graffiti. Pro-Palestinian activists targeted Trump Turnberry, located in South Ayrshire in Scotland, overnight and damaged the greens on several of the courses. Palestine Action labelled the damage a ‘direct response to the US administration’s stated intent to ethnically cleanse Gaza’. They group used blood-red graffiti to deface the elite 800-acre resort, which has held the sport’s...

The Promise of CBDC and Gift City’s Role Is the Digital Rupee ready for real-world testing? At a time when countries like China and the European Union are pioneering their own CBDCs, such as the Digital Yuan and the Digital Euro respectively, India is not far behind in its ambitions of having its version of CBDC-the Digital Rupee, better known as e-RUPI. These various global initiatives will go a long way in updating the world’s financial systems, monetary policy mechanisms, and financial inclusion. China has already started testing the e-CNY,...

Trevor Jennewine  |  The Motley FoolHow to create a will, set legacy contacts on your deviceThese four tips can help you and your loved ones sort through the digital assets after someone dies.Problem SolvedHistorically, the February after an election year has been the worst month for the U.S. stock market, according to Carson Group. Indeed, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) declined 1.4% last month as disappointing economic data and concerns about potential tariffs weighed on the stock market.Is the February dip a buying opportunity? Or is the stock market too...

Trevor Jennewine  |  The Motley FoolHistorically, February in a post-election year has been the worst month for the U.S. stock market, according to Carson Group. Indeed, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) declined 1.4% last month as disappointing economic data and concerns about potential tariffs weighed on the stock market.Is the February dip a buying opportunity? Or is the stock market too risky right now? Here's what investors should know.The S&P 500 has historically moved higher in March through AugustThe S&P 500 in the last decade has typically generated a positive...