For a residential property in an Aley District village, the municipality generally assesses an annual rental value based on the lease and the property’s location, area, condition, use, amenities and comparable rents. Applicable rates For residential occupancy: Therefore, 6.5% should not be described as one basic statutory rate. It commonly represents the 5% residential fee […]
Compare the price per usable square meter—not merely the advertised area. Before buying an apartment, distinguish between the total advertised area and the actual usable interior space. Shared areas, walls, balconies, parking spaces, and storage rooms may be calculated differently. Request an official floor plan and a clear area breakdown before comparing prices.
Badaro is one of Beirut’s most appealing residential and commercial neighborhoods. Located near the National Museum and within easy reach of Achrafieh, Mathaf, Furn El Chebbak, and central Beirut, it offers an attractive combination of accessibility, lifestyle, and long-term real estate potential. A neighborhood with character Badaro combines traditional Beirut architecture with renovated apartments, modern […]
Before buying a property, compare the advertised area with the area recorded on the title deed and the actual usable internal space. Ask whether balconies, walls, common areas, parking, storage, or garden space are included in the stated measurement. A large advertised figure does not always mean a spacious home. What truly matters is how […]
Al Meshref (المشرف) is a distinguished residential area in the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon. Set on green hills close to Damour and the coastal highway, it combines the calm atmosphere of the mountains with practical access to Beirut and the southern coast. Located approximately 20 kilometers from Beirut, Al Meshref is especially known for […]
Debbyeh—also written Debbieh or الدبيّة—is a spacious green town in Iqlim Al-Kharoub, within the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon. Located approximately 30–33 kilometers south of Beirut, it combines mountain living, relative proximity to the coast and access to the capital. Its strategic position, natural environment, considerable land area and major educational presence give Debbyeh several […]
Achrafieh is one of Beirut’s most established residential and commercial districts. Its central location, architectural identity, medical and educational institutions, restaurants, offices, and active neighborhood centers—such as Sassine, Sursock, Sioufi, Gemmayzeh, and Mar Mikhael—give it broad appeal among residents, expatriates, professionals, and investors. Unlike districts that depend mainly on one category of buyers, Achrafieh benefits […]
Test Water Pressure and Drainage Before buying or renting, turn on several faucets simultaneously, flush the toilets, and observe how quickly sinks and showers drain. Weak water pressure, slow drainage, unusual odors, or recurring leaks may indicate costly plumbing problems. In Lebanon, also verify the property’s water source, storage-tank capacity, pump condition, and access to […]
Before buying or renting a property, visit it at different times of the day. Open the windows and check: Good lighting and ventilation improve daily comfort, reduce dependence on artificial lighting and air-conditioning, and can strengthen the property’s long-term rental and resale appeal.
An Analytical Study of Methods, Consequences, Warning Signs, and Prevention Executive Summary Real estate brokerage depends heavily on trust. Buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants regularly provide brokers with confidential information, documents, deposits, negotiating authority, and access to properties. This position allows an ethical broker to create genuine value—but it can also be abused. A dishonest […]
