"Prime markets in many US cities have already exceeded their former peaks."

"The Caribbean is home to some of the world's most exclusive residential markets."

"The potential for property investment in this region is vast given the size of population, rate of urbanisation and economic development."

"Foreign investment has been witnessed across all sectors."

"The UAE is a safe haven for both local and international investors in the Middle East."

"An ageing population and growing consumer affluence for growth in leisure resorts offers huge opportunities for investors."

"Hong Kong is now the most expensive major world centre in which to buy a residential property."

"Singapore's market cooling measures have proved very effective."

"The Chinese view real estate as a reliable store of wealth."

"Residential prices in Australia have continued to grow."