Property Price Gains Attract New Buyers To Malta

UK and European investors looking for high growth in 2007 are hoping for a repeat of the property inflation seen in Malta when it joined the EU in 2004, and it could become reality with the news that low cost airlines are to fly to the island, giving their real estate industry expectation that 2007 could be an exceptional year for price rises and sales.

In recent years the arrival of low cost - sometimes referred to as 'no frills' - airlines to a regional airport has seen property prices within a two hour drive escalate in popularity and price, especially among British buyers for France and Spain.

With the advent of these new flights to Malta, there is a possibility that demand for real estate in Malta will increase.

Commenting on the news, Malta holidays guide www.yourmalta.com say that a double digit property inflation figure for Malta is quite possible for 2007.

'Cheap airline destinations have proved to be a magnet for UK property investors, and if that trend continues then prices will go up in the next twelve to twenty four months', they say.

'Other than the local market, the UK provides most buyers for property in Malta, and with the British economy doing well it's quite possible that the island will be seen as a good investment opportunity'.

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Tribune Properties, a UK company specialising in Malta properties, agree that property prices could rise in 2007.

'With lower fares, Malta becomes a destination viable for 3 and 4 days trips a few times a year from the UK, and that will attract buyers to look at Malta in the same way they do France and Spain when considering where to buy a holiday home abroad. The weather in Malta and low fares could be a magnet for buyers.'

There is a warning however from YourMalta that property prices on the island might not necessarily escalate in the same way that regions of France have seen when low cost airlines have started flying to their region.

'The Malta government has allowed more land to be used for property, and we anticipate a lot more apartment blocks being built short and medium term. Supply might well meet demand. Unless the political map of Malta changes and with it a change of policy towards her environment, there is a danger of Malta becoming the Tower Hamlets of the Mediterranean, or 1970's Spain where development spoiled much of the coast.'

Concern has also been expressed on the island about the infrastructure, with some tourists and potential property investors berating the state of the roads and - compared to mainland European and UK standards - dangerous construction sites.

'The real winners from the low cost flights could be the Malta hotels rather than the property industry', conclude YourMalta. 'We envisage a lot more people taking short three and four day Malta holidays, often booking their flights and hotels on the internet rather than via a traditional high street travel agent store'.

7 Tips to Real Estate Agent?s Success: Tip #2 Embrace a Planning Attitude

As a real estate agent, if you don?t have a real estate business plan, then you are on some else?s plan ? usually the successful real estate agent. Most people place more value in planning a trip to the grocery store or a vacation than planning their lives either professionally or personally.

Think of a recent vacation or even a simple trip to the grocery store.

• How much time did you take to plan that special vacation?
• How much time did you spend in writing that grocery list?
• What happened when you left the grocery list at home?

Now think about taking that time and directing that time towards your real estate business.

• How much more successful could you be?
• How would you reallocate your resources if you had taken the time to adequately plan the use of those resources?

Consistent planning begins with an attitude. When individuals embrace a planning attitude, their behaviors will demonstrate the results of that attitude. Of course, attitudes begin within our belief systems ? those foundational thought processes that have evolved from all of our experiences.

Positive attitudes can be developed and maintained by understanding that we as individuals have total control over what we keep in our brains. If we think that planning is not necessary, then we will develop negative attitudes about planning and those attitudes will be demonstrated through behaviors that do not include planning. However, if we embrace positive attitudes about planning, then planning will be part of our behaviors.

Within the real estate business, planning is not new. Real estate agents enlist planning from showing homes to making offers to closing the sale. The challenge is to take those skills and integrate them into planning the business.

To infuse planning with your real estate business start with one bite instead of trying to eat the entire elephant. Begin by writing down short lists of what you what to accomplish each day and how best to use that time. Then, take the time to develop a strategic plan indicating who does what by when.

If you came into the real estate business from another profession that required you to work 40 hours, then you should be spending the same amount of time working in your business with another 5 hours per week working on your business.

The ON focuses on planning and execution with the desired results being as least as successful as you were in your previous professional life. Remember, no one plans to fail, they just fail to plan.

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A Successful Backgammon Strategy

Download iPAQ Games And Freeware Today

I remember the days when we had those small electronic mobile games we used to carry around and enjoyed them every free minute we had. Today, things are much different, and we have IPAQ games and freeware to mess around with. These are nothing like the primitive games we used to have.

IPAQ games and freeware are designed to make your ipaq even more useful and fun. The growing popularity of handheld pc's among travelers, students and everyday consumers means that more and more software companies and individuals are writing all kinds of shareware for these devices. Ipaq games and freeware are widely available on the internet. A quick internet search will probably reveal hundreds of shareware products available for download.

One of the best parts of using ipaq games and freeware is the fun you can have while traveling. Instead of just sitting around twiddling your thumbs waiting for your plane to arrive, you could be playing some great interactive games and having lots of fun. Another good place for your PDA gaming to kick in is during bus and train rides. These boring sessions can turn into hours of fun. Games were one of the first types of application designed for the iPAQ, and there are a great many games available that are tailored to the screens and navigation buttons of the iPAQ.

Here are some examples of great iPAQ games and freeware you can get for free around the Internet and download to your computer:

1.If you're a '70 freak like me, you can get iPAQ versions for space invaders, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Pinball etc. These ones bring back memories!
2.Another great idea is to get freeware that will teach you something new, and use it while you are on the bus, train or plane. For example, why not learn a second or third language? There is so much freeware that will teach you just about any language you choose to learn.
3.Interactive games of all sorts exist to be downloaded to your iPAQ. Many of them are iPAQ versions of the PC game, so you may already know the game.

Of course before you download any software of shareware, whether to your desktop pc, laptop pc or ipaq, it is important that your operating system software be up to date and that a virus scanning program is being run. The unfortunate downside of the iPAQ's popularity is that virus writers are targeting handheld devices as well. That innocent looking game could be harboring a virus or Trojan horse, but a good virus scanning package will quickly detect and neutralize it. This problem is of course of less concern when it comes to PDA's, but it's important to keep up to date in that area, too. Keeping the operating system up to date will ensure that any safety vulnerabilities have been patched before they could be exploited.
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Enrich Your Body With Beta Carotene

 



Enrich Your Body With Beta CaroteneSubmitted By: Darrell Miller  

Beta Carotene is a healthful supplement to most diets. Beta Carotene comes from the orange coloring naturally present in foods such as pumpkins, squash and sweet potatoes. The scientist who discovered the nutrient of ?carotene,? did so by crystallizing a mixture created from carrots.

Not only is this a powerful antioxidant, beta carotene is a provitamin A compound. This compound converts to Vitamin A once ingested. Among the many benefits of Vitamin A are healthy skin, hair, vision and an improved immune system. Alpha, beta, and gamma carotene nutrients are all considered ?provitamin? because they are converted to Vitamin A in the body.

Vitamin A deficiencies have been linked to a number of health problems. Those include bone development disorders and reproductive disorders. Commercial grade beta carotene typically changes to retinol in the body and this is essential to good vision.

Beta Carotene is in the same carotenoid family as the oft-discussed lycopene, another powerful weapon against many diseases. Beta Carotene holds many benefits in itself. The compound also contains flavonoids. Flavonoids are also antioxidants and are found in most red and orange fruits.

Other items that contain beta carotene include: tomatoes, cantaloupe, watermelon, apricots and mangoes. Food items containing a spectrum of the carotenoid, including beta carotene are: spinach, broccoli, kale, and lettuce.

Foods that contain the healthful flavonoids hold them just around the skin so it isn?t recommended that you peel these fruits. If you remove the skin, you will likely strip away these beneficial nutrients.

Beta carotene has been studied for its effectiveness with such diseases and disorders as: anemia, cataracts, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, benign breast disease, immune system enhancement, Graves? Disease, improving lung function, macular degeneration, osteoarthritis, angioplasty, cancer, cardiovascular disease, postoperative injury prevention, stroke, sepsis and many others. All scientific proof has resulted in a diverse report on each theory. Your health care professional will have further information.

Beta carotene supplements come in capsules, chewable tablets or typical tablets. If you want a natural way, this will require five to eight servings of fruit and vegetables a day. This amount seems to be prohibitive to many and supplements may be ideal for such a situation.

As wonderful as Vitamin A is for the healthy body, there are some cautions you should consider before making this a part of your daily regimen. Smokers or those who drink alcohol should not use this supplement. People who are allergic to orange foods should not take beta carotene. As with any change in your diet, discuss the benefits or risks of beta carotene with your physician prior to using the supplement.

There are little in the way of scientific study or research involving children and beta carotene. There is also minimal information in regards to pregnant or nursing women using this supplement. Your healthcare provider should be consulted in either of these situations.

Carefully study product labels. The FDA does not usually regulate the use of herbs or supplements. There is also the fact that many supplements are produced synthetically with the use of palm oil, algae or fungi. Hence, make sure the supplement you purchase is from a reputable name brand company that gets tested regularly for quality assurance.

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Children and Seat Belts

Would you push your child out in front of an oncoming car?

No?

Then why would you allow your child to ride in your car without their seatbelt on?

Either way, the impact could be deadly.

If your reasoning is you are only going to the store, or just dropping them off at school, think again. Most accidents happen within 25 miles of home. A collision at thirty miles per hour is equal to jumping off a three-story building. Over 600 unrestrained children under the age of 5 are killed every year and 80,000 are injured as passengers in car wrecks. Seat belts could have prevented over 50% of these injuries and fatalities.

Research shows that when adults buckle up, 87% of children buckle up too. Parents and children are spending more time in vehicles than in the past, so why not buckle up and be safe? Buckle up, set a good example, and ensure your children are restrained.

Children under the age of 5 should be in child restraint seats and children under the age of 13 should always ride in the back seat. From birth to 20 lbs, babies should be in rear-facing car seats, which are reclined 45 degrees. From 1 to 4 years, children should be in forward facing cars seats. Until children are 8 or 57 tall, they should be in boosters with lap and shoulder belts. Be sure your car seats are also installed properly. If you are unsure, check with your local police department or with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for a local inspection station.

There is no valid excuse not to use your seat belts. Buckle up, buckle your children up and be safe.

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Connecticut Real Estate

Connecticut boasts a vibrant local heritage and culture, and is home to a lot of important business activities and events. Connecticut also is proud of its wondrous views and tourist spots. For people who would like to live in a place that is rich in culture but also has the hustle and bustle of the city, then it would be a good idea to start looking at Connecticut real estate.

What is Connecticut real estate?

Connecticut real estate refers to pieces of land in the state of Connecticut, as well as the structures built on it, such as buildings, houses, and barns. Connecticut real estate could actually be used for many purposes, such as for residence or for civic or for business purposes.

What Connecticut real estate is available?

There are various real estate properties available in the state of Connecticut. The list includes houses, condominium units, town houses, lofts, buildings, farms, and ranches, among many others.

Where can you find information regarding Connecticut real estate?

Experts in the real estate business suggest that the first and wisest move would be to ask your friends and relatives about Connecticut real estate. Friends and family could assist you in providing you information about where to find the best real estate agent there is who could expertly give you sound information about Connecticut real estate.

If this is not possible, you can also try searching through the Internet because many real estate companies have their own Web sites and they do provide as much information as they can about their business. If you are not satisfied with the information you find online, you can simply contact these real estate businesses and ask for further information about Connecticut real estate.

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