CRE in a portfolio: why it makes sense to diversify beyond residential
Offices, hotels or student housing can provide demand drivers different from residential and help build a more diversified real estate portfolio.
Spanish retail enters 2026 with greater stability, strong demand and investor focus on prime assets
The Spanish retail market begins 2026 with high occupancy, rising sales in shopping centres and greater investor focus on prime assets and established locations.
The residential imbalance intensifies at the start of 2026
The first quarter of 2026 confirms the imbalance in the Spanish residential market: solid demand, rising prices, a strained rental market and insufficient supply.
New project: invest in an ongoing residential development in Cártama
Financing of an ongoing residential development in Cártama, with 32 homes, valid building permit, more than 30% of construction completed and mortgage security.
Urbanitae closes SIMA 2026 with greater visibility, more content and an award for Academy
SIMA 2026 was a particularly important edition for Urbanitae: stronger professional presence, momentum for Direct Investments and an Asprima-SIMA award for Academy.
Urbanitae Academy wins the Asprima-SIMA Award for Best Training Initiative
Urbanitae Academy receives a new recognition after being awarded by Asprima-SIMA as the best business initiative in real estate education.
New project: 10.5% annual debt investment for three luxury homes in Pozuelo
Financing of three luxury townhouses in Pozuelo, with building permit granted, construction underway, 2 of 3 units reserved and first-ranking mortgage security.
When investing makes sense — and when it doesn’t: learning to say no
Investing better does not always mean investing more. Knowing when to say no to unsuitable deals helps protect capital, liquidity and financial peace of mind.
New project: 11% annual debt investment for a premium residential development in Italy
Financing of 24 premium homes in Busto Arsizio, near Milan, with permits granted, construction underway and first-ranking mortgage security.
New-build vs. second-hand properties in Direct Investments: advantages, risks and timelines
New build, resale properties or income-generating retail assets: each asset class has different timelines, risks and value drivers, but all require buying well.
