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Time Out Abu Dhabi
6 days ago
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi named the safest city in the world again
It's official: Abu Dhabi has once again claimed the crown as the safest city in the world. In a world where safety is everything, the UAE's capital is setting the gold standard, leaving other global cities in the dust (sorry, not sorry). According to the latest Numbeo's safety index, the city has scored the highest worldwide, closely followed by Ajman (also in the UAE), Doha in Qatar and Dubai. Rank City Safety Index 1 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 88.8 2 Ajman, United Arab Emirates 85.5 3 Doha, Qatar 84.3 4 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 83.9 5 Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates 83.8 6 Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 83.7 7 Taipei, Taiwan 83.4 8 Muscat, Oman 81.2 9 The Hague (Den Haag), Netherlands 80.0 10 Tampere, Finland 79.5 But that's not all. The UAE has also been named the world's safest country, with a score of 85.2 in the mid-year global safety index. The country took the top position from Andorra, which ranked with an index score of 84.8. Numbeo's safety index considers five different factors when coming up with its final score. The score is determined by survey responses from the last 36 months by visitors to the living database's website. The total index score is determined by general perception of crime levels, perceived safety while walking at night as well as concerns about violent crime, burglary and discrimination. A higher score means that the country is considered very safe. Scores are continuously updated on the platform. Fellow GCC countries Qatar and Oman also ranked highly, with Qatar placing in third with a score of 84.6 while Oman is in sixth with a score of 81.4. Taiwan and Macao round off the top five with total scores of 83.0 and 81.8 respectively. Elsewhere in the top 10, you'll find Isle of Man, Hong Kong, Armenia and Singapore. Coming up in Abu Dhabi… The 27 best things to do indoors this summer in Abu Dhabi It's time for some air-conditioned bliss Psst: This is when summer officially ends in Abu Dhabi No complaints here 25 brilliant beach and pool day passes in Abu Dhabi Grab your SPF – a lush day by the water awaits
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
10 Most Underrated Cities For Real Estate Investments in 2025
For most Americans, investing in real estate means buying a home and living in it. Others might buy a second home to serve as a weekend getaway or vacation destination. Then there are those who take it a step further by investing in residential, commercial or other properties to generate income and build wealth. Read Next: Find Out: No matter how you invest in real estate, the same basic rules apply. Getting the best return on your money typically means finding the right combination of price, financing, market dynamics — and location. When it comes to location, large coastal cities such as Boston, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle get a lot of attention from real estate investment professionals with deep pockets. But that doesn't necessarily mean they're the best cities for real estate investing — especially if you're looking for something more affordable. For You: A new study from luxury bathroom fixture company Badeloft USA identified the most underrated U.S. cities for real estate investments based on an analysis of safety, affordability and market trends. Badeloft USA chose cities based on their strong safety ratings, according to a March 25 press release. Researchers then compared property prices per square foot in 2020 and 2024 and calculated how much they've changed over time. Average home prices were also considered to provide a 'fuller picture' of the market In terms of price appreciation during the years studied, Jacksonville, Florida led the way among underrated cities – despite having a comparatively low safety index score vs. other cities. Here are the 10 most underrated cities for real estate investments, according to Badeloft USA. City Safety Index Score Avg. House Price 5-year price change Jacksonville, Florida 43.6 $290,862.10 68.59% Tampa, Florida 53.8 $375,827.30 55.74% Austin, Texas 57.4 $92,802.00 55.35% Orlando, Florida 50.4 $147,500.30 46.66% Dallas, Texas 48.6 $307,400.00 46.22% Tucson, Arizona 45.4 $329,321.80 40.97% San Antonio, Texas 51.9 $253,099.20 40.13% Irvine, California 69.0 $95,230.10 34.86% Columbus, Ohio 50.4 $109,427.40 34.39% Kansas City, Missouri 41.9 $221,922.70 33.39% If you're interested in investing in real estate and don't have much experience, there are certain steps you should take to improve your chances of success. Quanique Johnson, founder and CEO of LQ Logistics LLC and a licensed real estate agent, offered these five tips in a 2024 blog for Forbes: Research the market to get a decent understanding of local property values, rental rates, vacancy rates, economic trends and buying opportunities. Start small by focusing on single-family homes or duplexes to gain experience and knowledge before moving onto bigger projects. Focus on properties that can produce enough cash flow to produce a profit after expenses such as mortgage/loan payments, property taxes, insurance, maintenance and vacancies. Diversify your portfolio by investing in different types of properties and locations. Leverage financing wisely by seeking out favorable and flexible loan terms and ensuring you have a manageable debt-to-income ratio. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban: Trump's Tariffs Will Affect This Class of People the Most4 Affordable Car Brands You Won't Regret Buying in 2025How To Get the Most Value From Your Costco Membership in 20255 Types of Vehicles Retirees Should Stay Away From Buying This article originally appeared on 10 Most Underrated Cities For Real Estate Investments in 2025 Sign in to access your portfolio
