Despite the increasing interest rates on loans, inflation, the soaring building costs, and so on, the Cyprus’ Real Estate sector maintained its position as one of the fastest growing areas of the economy. In this session industry’s most recognizable speakers will uncover the latest trends, prospects and challenges of the local market:
- Investment opportunities and ROI in Cyprus
- Legal, regulatory & tax updates
- The impact of the ongoing performance and policies of the government
This panel discussion brings together key-people to examine the entire lifecycle of strategic projects in Cyprus. From the initial idea to completion, the experts will discuss the role of the Government in Project Procurement, Permitting and Licensing to Operate whilst from the Investor’s side discussions will be held on Project Execution, Planning and Management.
- Prospects & Opportunities for investors
- Cyprus Strategy for Growth & Development of Touristic Products to attract FDI
- Practical suggestions for improving the process of planning & building permits
PropTech is targeting the real estate industry, allowing investors to make more informed decisions, streamline processes, and increase profitability. With access to a range of data-driven tools, nowadays investors can identify better investment opportunities and potential pitfalls. This session will deep dive into:
- The latest trends & advantages of PropTech
- The role of IoT in Home Automation; Smart Homes & Buildings
- The impact of PropTech evolution in the search of real estate investment
- PropTech startups changing the real estate landscape in Cyprus & beyond
High humidity levels, rising temperatures and unpredictable earthquakes are some of the risk factors that not only investors, but also property professionals should consider. In this framework, the industry’s experts are required to establish effective risk assessment strategies that would increase the awareness and build the capacity to understand climate risks and its dynamics better. This session focuses on:
- Valuing climate risks as a top priority in Real Estate Market
- How environmental risk impacts insurance and investment potential
- Mitigating climate risks through sustainable construction practice
The current economic climate is affecting heavily all industries and markets, including property & real estate. This panel faces the new challenges and identifies the risks and opportunities in a constantly changing world and discusses investing in challenging economic environments.
- Market Intelligence: How to adapt strategies in challenging economic environments?
- Mortgage rates & borrowing in times of inflation
- Inflation & investors’ allocation landscape now and in the future
As the real estate market is booming and new major projects are developing rapidly, the industry faces recruitment related challenges, such as difficulties finding suitable employees locally and abroad or providing necessary infrastructures to the employees. Moreover, the post-Covid era has shaped remote work into a new reality. We are asking our experts to discuss:
- Challenges, opportunities and needs in recruitment in Real Estate & beyond
- Best practices for sourcing & onboarding local & foreign employees
- Managing the Logistics of Employee Relocation
- Trends and future of remote / hybrid work?
The baby boomer's dream of owning a home with a white picket fence is not what Millennials and GenZ aspire to. Young investors want their purchases to reflect their values. Advances in ConTech, the shift towards remote work and the access to more flexible financing options are introducing new opportunities for young home-buyers. This session aims to discover:
- Support systems to include the next generation of investors.
- Tech opportunities, benefits and market shifts for young investors
- The mindset of future investors & how to address their needs
- Investing in NFTs & digital land - boosting or drowning the client portfolio?
As blockchain technology continues to mature, it is likely that we will see increased adoption in the real estate industry, offering real estate investors a range of benefits and opportunities. However, there is still a shadow over it. This session will discuss:
- The impact of digital & decentralised transactions in real estate
- Updates on the crypto-real estate wave
- Real Estate in Metaverse - yey or nay?
There is no doubt Cyprus Real Estate market is booming and establishing trust and transparency is one of the key factors towards success. This session gathers industry experts who will discuss what determines Cyprus’ competitiveness and what are the opportunities for international investors. Let’s have a closer look at:
- Key areas to strengthen Cyprus’ FDI attractiveness
- “Vision 2035”: What’s there for foreign investors?
- Government long-term plans & programs supporting real estate investments
- Cyprus as an international business hub
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword in real estate; it has become a driving force shaping the industry and the future of our planet. From building design to property values, sustainability impacts real estate investment. As tenants and investors seek to reduce their carbon footprint, improve energy efficiency and promote sustainable practices, in this session experts will focus on:
- The opportunities & challenges for investors in a sustainable & net positive future
- The financial benefits of Green Real Estate
- How sustainable buildings impact real estate investment?
- Smarter, healthier and sustainable cities via energy saving solutions.
Navigating the real estate market in a foreign country can be a daunting task for investors, especially those who are not familiar with the local laws and regulations. In this session, industry’s experts provide a comprehensive guide on:
- Maximising tax efficiency in Cyprus for businesses & individuals
- The degree of digitalisation of tax authority systems
- Understanding the legal framework of Cyprus' real estate market
- Practical advice and best practices in accounting & insurance
As investors are realising the value of big data and AI it is crucial to discuss how it will affect the real estate market and change the decision-making processes in the coming years.
- What are the challenges, risks & opportunities related to AI in the real estate industry?
- AI as a tool towards successful investment decisions
- ChatGPT vs Realtors - competition or collaboration?
In today’s age digital marketing appears like a one way ticket for the professionals in the Real Estate industry. In order to be fiercely competitive and on top of the newest trends, realtors should embrace the challenge and start utilising the advantages of Digital Marketing for their gain. In this dynamic session the experts analyse this key to success in today’s age and agree on:
- Why Real Estate Industry needs Digital Marketing
- How realtors can use digital marketing to boost sales
- Strategies to attract real estate investors
- Digital Marketing Agencies is the future of Real Estate