Megacities and Rapid Urbanization: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice
Megacities and Rapid Urbanization: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2019-07-05

Total Pages: 628

ISBN-13: 1522592776

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As the global population continues to increase, it has become necessary to find ways to handle this increase through various policy tools that address population growth and urbanization problems. The urbanization process has both potential issues and opportunities that need to be exploited to move societies forward. Megacities and Rapid Urbanization: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice examines trends, challenges, issues, and strategies related to population growth and rapid urbanization and its impact on urban environments. The book also explores the use of different governance approaches in addressing challenges and different tools and systems of appropriate allocation to address issues. This publication is an ideal reference source for academicians, students, practitioners, professionals, managers, urban planners, and government officials.

Modern Real Estate Practice in Pennsylvania
Modern Real Estate Practice in Pennsylvania

Author: Herbert J. Bellairs

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 604

ISBN-13: 9780793145614

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"Modern Real Estate Practice in Pennsylvania" has set the standard for real estate education in the state since its first printing in 1975. This text offers the most current information, helpful illustrations and an easy to read format that has made this the most comprehensive and up to date principles text tailored for Pennsylvania. Appendices include a math review, sample exams, and the complete licensing and registration act. Topics covered include: * Real Property and the Law * Land Use Controls and Development * Environmental Issues in Real Estate * Legal Descriptions * Interests in Real Estate * Landlord and Tenant Interests * Forms of Real Estate Ownership * Transfer of Title * Title Records * Principles of Real Estate Contracts * Principles of Real Estate Financing * Pennsylvania Real Estate Licensing Law * The Real Estate Business * Real Estate Brokerage * Agency in Real Estate * Ethical Practices and Fair Housing * Listing Agreements and Buyer Representation Contracts * Sales Contracts * Financing the Real Estate Transaction * Appraising Real Estate * Closing the Real Estate Transaction * Property Management

The Development and Regulation of Non-bank Financial Institutions
The Development and Regulation of Non-bank Financial Institutions

Author: Jeffrey Carmichael

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780821348390

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This book aims to create an awareness of the potential of non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) for developing countries, and to assist policy makers in the creation of coherent policy structures and effective regulatory systems for the development of these institutions. It considers the essential functions and characteristics of non-bank financial institutions and includes chapters on insurance companies, mutual funds and pension schemes, securities markets, and leasing and real estate companies.

Hot Property
Hot Property

Author: Rob Nijskens

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-06-14

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 3030116743

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This open access book discusses booming housing markets in cities around the globe, and the resulting challenges for policymakers and central banks. Cities are booming everywhere, leading to a growing demand for urban housing. In many cities this demand is out-pacing supply, which causes house prices to soar and increases the pressure on rental markets. These developments are posing major challenges for policymakers, central banks and other authorities responsible for ensuring financial stability, and economic well-being in general.This volume collects views from high-level policymakers and researchers, providing essential insights into these challenges, their impact on society, the economy and financial stability, and possible policy responses. The respective chapters address issues such as the popularity of cities, the question of a credit-fueled housing bubble, the role of housing supply frictions and potential policy solutions. Given its scope, the book offers a revealing read and valuable guide for everyone involved in practical policymaking for housing markets, mortgage credit and financial stability.

Demographics Unravelled
Demographics Unravelled

Author: Amlan Roy

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-12-29

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 1119799155

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Discover what demographics can tell us about the economy, markets, and the future In Demographics Unravelled, renowned Macro-Demographics expert Amlan Roy delivers an insightful and timely exploration of the impact that "people characteristics" have on national economies. Considering factors like gender, race, migrant status, family background, and education, the author delves deeply into a subject that drives market behavior and economic variables, including growth, debt, inflation, employment, and productivity. These have national and international policy implications. In this one-of-a-kind book, you’ll discover: Why the study of demographics is the hidden key to understanding economic growth, asset prices, and capital flows How to use detailed demographics to forecast future scenarios in economics, socioeconomics, geopolitics, and the environment The short-, medium-, and long-term effects of consumer and worker behavior How understanding demographics is key to understanding health, pensions, migration, sustainability and social policies. It is intimately linked to the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN—Gender, Climate, Poverty and Inequality Perfect for institutional investors, insurance professionals, economists, and business leaders, Demographics Unravelled will also earn a place in the libraries of academics and students studying a variety of economic disciplines and seeking a one-stop and in-depth discussion of demographics-driven macroeconomic effects.

Big Shifts Ahead
Big Shifts Ahead

Author: John Burns

Publisher:

Published: 2016-10-11

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781599327228

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"Demographics determine the direction of your business. Demographic trends can be overwhelming, misleading, confusing, conflicting, and difficult to predict. Not anymore. John Burns and Chris Porter wrote this book to help make demographic trends easier to understand, quantify, and anticipate. Readers of this book will have a huge competitive advantage because they will be making decisions with facts, and they will be better able to adjust their strategies when unanticipated events shift prevailing trends."--book jacket

Real Estate Study Guide
Real Estate Study Guide

Author: Fillmore W. Galaty

Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate

Published: 2002-11

Total Pages: 278

ISBN-13: 9780793164080

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Exam guide created specifically for the "ASI Real Estate Exam." Students gain an in depth exposure to the type of questions they will encounter on the exam, and are guaranteed exposure to content covering the entire scope of knowledge tested by "ASI." This review is based on the new "ASI" content outline and contains contains 800 questions for student practice, all carefully written to mirror "ASI" style. Answers and rationales are included for all 800 questions to help students study effectively. In addition the book features a "Math Review" to reinforce all aspects of real estate math, study tips on how to approach "ASI style" questions, and "Pertinent State Information" in each chapter to guide students in what to know about their own states. "The Five Review Exams" contain questions in ascending levels of difficulty.