In the absence of effective government control over market prices, essential commodities, and the four factors of production—particularly land and real estate—properties become the most crucial driver and inhibitor of the economy and life, single-handedly breaking the currency’s purchasing power
Category: Real Estate
Protection and Breathing Space in Kuwaiti Houses
The wall and courtyard (hosh) have been fundamental elements in private residences throughout history, across all human cultures and civil societies. Their elimination results in significant damage that extends beyond the house and neighborhood.
The Kuwaiti House and the Thai Elephant
The rare Thai white elephant is extremely costly, both financially and emotionally. It was more of a burden than a source of happiness and well-being for its caretaker and visitors. The same applies to the Kuwaiti house.
Foreign Ownership of Real Estate… A Never-Ending Story, As It Has Not Even Begun
When foreign companies see high selling prices against low value and services, along with legislative and logistical difficulties, they will likely resort to renting, perhaps in a hotel.
Sawiris: a Billionaire Complains about the State and the Poor 😢
Traditional merchant talk from billionaire Naguib Sawiris; he pulls the fire towards himself even if others perish, including the state and the people who made him rich.



