Prescription Eyeglasses

GlassesUSA Launches New Eyeglasses Online Brand

GlassesUSA reveals new online eyeglasses brand to invoke patriot feelings among Americans.

USA (ePressReleases.org) December 31, 2008 – GlassesUSA reveals new online eyeglasses.

A new brand of eyeglasses was launched under the GlassesUSA banner. The "Washington Collection" features eyeglasses with names like "Amerika", "Betsy Ross", and "Freedom" to invoke feelings of patriotism within Americans. GlassesUSA, a New Jersey-based company, specializes in manufacturing prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses with a rigorous "5-stripe" quality assurance test ensuring their customers with "quality eyeglasses at affordable prices."

GlassesUSA started as a cooperative meant to change the way people bought eyeglasses. The company morphed into an organization that believes in philanthropy and education. Their blog contains useful information for customers and internet viewers on news that changes the optical world, articles on better understanding your eye conditions- like what to expect when you buy progressive lenses, and amusing blog entries including "the Top 11 Politicians with the Coolest Eye Glasses." Access to the blog is open to the public.

The Top 11 Politicians with the Coolest Eye Glasses.

GlassesUSA is committed to giving back to the community and community service is expected among its staff. Employees can often be seen donating free eyeglasses to various organizations as well as spending time with the elderly - educating them on how their vision is evolving later in life.

The "Washington Collection" is the brain-child of recent addition, Hillary Rubin - a Michigan-native who made her mark on the fashion world while working on various photo shoots in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Miami. Rubin set the standard for making things previously viewed as geeky - like eyeglasses - look chic by pairing various eyeglass frames with different outfits and teaching budding stylists how to make glasses look cool again. As she brings her marketing expertise to GlassesUSA, she also envision different lines of eyeglasses meant to take Americans out of their "comfort-zone" and into the "fashion-zone."

While the "Washington Collection" is the start of a few brands launched GlassesUSA, Rubin promises their customers won't be disappointed. Many of the feminine frames are bolder and more edgy, while the masculine frames - with names like "Eisenhower" and "Honor" are strong and durable with a re-enforced metal base. The collection is not just for the young and hip - there are many frames for the more mature crowd. "Betsy Ross" and "Lyncoln" stand-out among the crowd but are designed to soften and highlight mature faces.

Customers seeking sunglasses won't be disappointed as nearly every frame can be made into sunglasses. There are also a separate line of "Washington Collection" sunglasses.

As with the other eyeglass frames, the "Washington Collection" goes through a vigorous "5-stripe" quality assurance process, ensuring customers get the best possible pair of discount eyeglasses at the most affordable prices.

For additional information, contact Hillary or visit GlassesUSA.com.

Contact:

Hillary Rubin, Creative Marketing Director
800-717-2063
http://www.glassesusa.com/

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Celebrity Autographs Clearance sales

10% to 50% Off Celebrity Autographs Coins Dolls and More

After-Christmas, Year-End, and Clearance sales are a great time get some good deals, but this year the smart buyers this year will be looking at collectibles dealers for investment deals

Wentzville MO, USA (ePressReleases.org) December 30, 2008 – After-Christmas, Year-End, and Clearance sales are a great time get some good deals, but this year is the time to pick up some great deals. This is the time of year when every retailer tries to do several things: Sell any overstock still taking up too much shelf space, sell items that are soon to be on the clearance list, and sell through old display models.

This is the time when the consumer needs to shop smart and not just grab the newspaper advert and run down to their local retailer without shopping around and finding the best deals. With every retailer in America screaming SALE it is often confusing and frustrating to know where to look and they often spend their money on something that will be useless and forgotten in month.

The smart buyers this year will be looking at the antique and collectibles dealers for not just deals but for investments. Not only investments in their hobbies but investments in the future. Since a well cared for antique or collectible will not loose its value but gain in value. Porcelain dolls and figures, unique chess sets, commemorative coins, autographed celebrity photographs, and gold coins and jewelry are easily trade-able and retain their resale value even in the worst of economies.

Big Fan Gifts and Collectibles is expanding their Post Holiday Sale. Thousands Of Celebrity Autographs At 10% to 50% Off or more. Plus huge savings on Chess sets, porcelain dolls, collectible coins, and TV and Movie Memorabilia. For information please visit us at http://www.bigfangifts.com.

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Automobile Engine Part

Automobile Engine Part

Omkar Motors leading manufacturer of quality auto engine part exhibited new range of auto engine part in Auto Expo 2009

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (ePressReleases.org) December 26, 2008 – Omakar motors Ahmedabad Gujarat India base manufacturer and exporter of auto engine part exhibited next generation auto engine part @ Auto Expo 2009.

Auto Expo 2009 is prominant show for automobiles industry @ Ahmedabad India. It attract visitors from acorss India.

Omakar motors exhibit Connecting Rod, Engine Valve, Valve Lifter, Tappet, Cam Flower, Connecting Rod Bush, Thrust Washer, Indian Car Spares Parts, Engine Spare, Engine Parts Spares.

Please view Automobile Engine Spare product range.

About Omkar Motors:

Omkar Motors is dealing in mainly aftermarket spares for new generation cars, bus, trucks, tractor, earthmoving equipments of Opal, Fiat, Skoda, Audi, Chevrolet, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, Daihatsu, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Tata, Mitsubishi and many others.

Omkar Motors is Manufacturing auto spares with the help of its associated companies as per customer specification. Speciality items in auto spares are easily available with Omkar Motors.

Contact:

Omkar Motors
Paras Doshi
91-79-25504084
Automobile Engine Part - http://www.autosparesindia.com/

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Scorecard Training

Packaging Knowledge Group Participates in PackExpo

The partners of the Packaging Knowledge Group participated in PackExpo and the company held sustainable scorecard training sessions for the Wal-Mart sustainable scorecard three times per day.

Rochester (ePressReleases.org) December 20, 2008 – Wal-Mart began using its packaging scorecard to rate suppliers on their progress toward developing sustainable packaging, as well as their ability to help Wal-Mart reach its company-wide sustainability goals to reduce waste, use renewable energy and sell sustainable products. As a result, Wal-Mart buyers are now able to use the scorecard as a tool when making purchasing decisions. PKG is uniquely qualified to provide instruction for Wal-Mart's Sustainable Packaging Scorecard and its instructors are clearly and concisely able to relate the major concepts of the scorecard to attendees.

The Packaging Knowledge Group offers all levels of scorecard training, and its principals are considered expert platform instructors. PKG also provides comprehensive packaging consulting services and delivers leading-edge, cost-conscious and sustainable packaging solutions. Upcoming sustainable scorecard training sessions are being held in Arkansas, Florida and New York, contact PKG today at 866-977-7547 for details.

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Promotional Products

MODDisplays Now Offers Promotional Products

Leading trade show display company adding new product line to selection

Harrisonburg, VA USA (ePressReleases.org) December 20, 2008 – MODdisplays now offers a selection of promotional products to help your company increase brand awareness at your next trade show. It is a proven fact that trade show giveaways can help improve the return on your investment at your next event. Whether you’re looking for a branded pen, bag, notebook, stress ball, or lanyard, MODdisplays has a wide selection to choose from. Please visit http://www.moddisplays.com for more details.

Trade shows usually last six to eight hours, and offer time for booth staffers to interact with potential clients. Unless you make a big impression on your target audience, there is little hope that potential clients will remember your company’s brand. Sending potential clients away with branded giveaway items is a great way to make sure that you are not forgotten. High quality promotional items may remain in use for years, which serves as a constant reminder of your company.

"Our line of trade show products is constantly expanding and improving, and the addition of promotional items to our catalog complements our existing product line," said Ben Hughes, Director of Sales at MODdisplays. "Although we will always focus our primary attention on the sale of trade show displays, many of our clients have expressed interest in purchasing trade show giveaways from our website as well. Our primary concern is to make shopping for trade show products easy and affordable for our clients, and we believe that the addition of promotional products is a step in that direction."

Clients who order promotional products from MODdisplays will receive the same exceptionally quick service and dedicated attention as clients who order large trade show exhibits. MODdisplays has streamlined the process for ordering trade show booth packages to ensure that every order is fulfilled smoothly and every product arrives as expected. If you have any questions about the process at MODdisplays, call 877.663.3976 or email sales@moddisplays.com

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http://www.moddisplays.com/

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Free Authentication For Autographs

Autograph Dealers Offer Free Authentication For Autographs

In an effort to help fight against fakes and forgeries Big Fan Gifts and Collectibles has teamed with Crossroads Collectibles to offer free authentication and appraisal services.

Wentzville MO. USA (ePressReleases.org) December 15, 2008 – Big Fan Gifts and Collectibles and Crossroads Collectibles specialize in modern day celebrity and musician autographs. Older autographs, political, space, and sports autographs each require a great deal of expertise and therefore are not included in the offered services. However, inquiries about these specialties are welcomed and will be answered with recommendations and advice.

Celebrity autographs that are submitted by email will only receive a rough examination and appraisal since a thorough examination cannot be made without the article present. However, the autograph will be thoroughly compared with all known authentic examples and an email with an expert opinion will be sent to the collector explaining the findings.

All autographs that are submitted by snail mail will receive a thorough examination and a Certificate of Authenticity. There is a small fee involved for the return shipping and handling for any items that is sent by snail mail for examination, otherwise the service is free.

American currency and commemorative coins on the other hand can be examined and appraised through email if detailed photos of the coin front and back are included. It is also helpful if at least one side or edging photo is included especially for the older coins.

Once an evaluation and appraisal is finished a certificate with the findings will be emailed to the collector free of charge. It is important to note that all examinations are done first come first serve and, depending on the number of evaluations being done, may require several days to finish.

It is the hope of Big Fan Gifts and Collectibles and Crossroads Collectibles that these new services will be found useful for all autograph and coin collectors and will help to stem the tide of fakes and forgeries.

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Christmas Ireland Jobs

Is the fun over for Christmas Parties?

Over 1 in 3 workers will not be having a Christmas Party this Year while Only 20% to receive bonus this year compared to 46% in 2007. 91% of employees would prefer a bonus over a Christmas party

Dublin (ePressReleases.org) December 08, 2008 – Are the festive frolics being dampened by the downturn in our economy? According to over 1,700 respondents to a recent survey the answer is "Yes". Nearly 35% of employees have stated they will not be having a Christmas party this year and out of these, 4 out of 5 blame the downturn in the economy. For those who are having a party, 2 out of 5 respondents claim that their party has been scaled down on previous years. Although many companies have certainly taken a hit in recent months a significant majority (60%) feel employers are using the economic downturn as a reason to scale back on spending on social events. The survey carried out by RecruitIreland.com reveals whether employees will be rockin' around the Christmas tree this year or is the party over?

However, the question is, does the cancelling of this Christmas ritual actually have any effect on employees' attitudes? 77% of respondents believed that the cancelling of the annual bash had a negative effect on staff morale, divided by 46% believing staff need to be shown appreciation and 31% believe it makes employees feel worried and concerned about the future of the company. On the other side though, 68% of employees said if the party was cancelled it would have no effect on their loyalty to the company and that they understand that savings must be achieved somehow.

Commenting on the results, Rebecca Clark of RecruitIreland.com said "From the results we can see that it is important for staff to feel that their hard work is appreciated, especially in these uncertain times. So our advice to employers is to make sure to have some sort of social event to show their appreciation, even if it is only drinks after work in the office and talk with your staff to help them understand the position of the company so that they do not worry and can feel as secure as possible in their jobs"

Money seems to be at the top of everyone's wish list this Christmas. 91% of employees said they would prefer to get a bonus than have a Christmas party. However, only 20% of employees say they will receive a bonus this year, a significant drop from last year when 46% said they would receive a bonus. As for salary increase next year, 45% believe they will get a salary increase, 43% think they probably will not and 12% have been told they will not be getting a salary increase.

Employees are also planning on reigning in on spending this Christmas with 3 out of four respondents stating they will be spending less on presents this year and its no wonder when nearly 60% believe the economy will get worse before it gets better and one in every five have serious concerns about the future. So with the outlook for 2009 looking uncertain people plan to take control for themselves by making a New Years resolution. 54% said they would make a resolution, with the top resolution being to lose weight at 50% but closely followed by getting a new job at 45%. So although people are worried they are still prepared to go out and look for a new job so its all the more important for employers to embrace the Christmas spirit and show employees their appreciation.

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Recognize Fake Autograph

Recognizing Fakes and Forgeries Autograph Tricks and Tips

Every collector, no matter how experienced has been ripped off by fakes and forgeries. However, there are numerous resources available to authenticate and educate collectors free of charge.

Wentzville MO. USA (ePressReleases.org) December 08, 2008 – Every collector, no matter how good or how long they have been collecting has been fooled by a fake. However, after a while of collecting, they get an a feel for it. For the most part, a Sharpie marker autograph is the best and easiest to recognize as authentic. Most of the fakes you can tell by holding up to a light, placing it on a light table, or viewing closely through a loop. The best defense however is an education in autographs and autograph forgeries.

Here is a list of some of the techniques that are used to try and fool collectors:

1. Proxy or Secretarial - This is when a celebrity has their secretary or assistant, etc. sign their signature for them. Usually if an autograph is acquired through the mail and is a personalized response in Sharpie from a major star it is very likely to be signed by a secretary, but not always. In some cases the proxy signed photo is very good and other times it is not even close to what it should look like. So it is important to do research. Many magazines and web sites have authentic samples of their signatures to compare it with.

2. Pre-Print - This is when the celebrity signs one photo and has many copies made from it. Usually they are a just a little blurry and easy to recognize when held up to the light or viewed through a loop. Sometimes they use a heavy stock paper with a Matt, velvety or high gloss finish on the photo to help hide the pre-print..

3. Duo-Print - This is when an existing photo has a separate signature printed onto it so it appears raised off the surface and not part of the photo but it is also recognizable as a fake under a light or loop, and it looks unnatural and stiff.

4. Rubber Stamp - A rubber stamp is made from a signature and it definitely looks like a signature that has been rubber stamped. It also appears a little smeared and messy, or faded if the stamp pad is low in ink. This is usually the easiest type of fake to spot

5. Autopen - The autopen is a machine that traces a signature from a pattern or metal template. Some of the machines are better than others. The signatures look machine manufactured and start with the same indentation mark as they end. They have no flare or looseness to them, a drawn look, no variation in pressure and abrupt pen stops. Sometimes the ink bleeds out of the indented line. This machine can make an autograph appear as if it was signed with an ink pen because of the indent into the paper. So it is important to remember, that a Sharpie pen won't cause paper indentation and ball point pen signatures don't indent the paper as much as these machines. Pens and Sharpie signatures will have a slight fade out and loosening up after each word is written. However, if a heavy stock paper is being used, there is relatively little paper indentation with an autopen signature. Most modern fakes are Autopens.

6. Forgery - This is an autographed photo being advertised and sold as authentic but in fact has been signed by someone other than the celebrity. There are good forgeries and some that don't even resemble the real signature. This is another good reason to be well educated on the specific autograph looks like.

There are numerous organizations and resources available that will help a collector to authenticate an autograph. However if the collector uses a reputable dealer with a long and good reputation and always gets an unconditional guarantee of lifetime authenticity then the risks are very low of getting ripped off.


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Bar Code Labeling Software

Announcing Tattoo ID Bar Code Labeling Software Version 6

Version 6 of My Tattoo ID and Tattoo ID Business software lets companies print professional labels that are in compliance 100% of the time easily and effectively, saving both time and money.

Mansfield, MA USA (ePressReleases.org) December 04, 2008 – Barcode Labeling Stores announces the release of Tattoo ID Version 6. The Tattoo ID family of bar code labeling software give companies the ability to print labels on-demand that comply with even the toughest requirements. Tattoo ID provides all the tools needed to produce professional labels with fixed and variable data easily and effectively, saving businesses both time and money. New features in version 6 add multipage capabilities, advanced editing features and improve connectivity.

Tattoo ID Version 6 makes label creation simple with handy wizards, updated help screens and a redesigned user interface that displays a summary of all the fields on a label. Commenting and markup tools, email capabilities and a spell checker enhance editing and collaboration. A CMYK/RGB color picker gives users the ability to select colors precisely and maintain brand integrity. In addition, database connections are created directly through the application, making corporate data easily accessible.

"We understand that labeling compliance is both a priority and a challenge for today's companies. Tattoo ID Version 6 was specifically designed to enhance usability and connectivity, for accurate labels that print to specs, 100% of the time, " said Phyllis Zaiger, Director of barcodeandlabeling.com, exclusive distributor of Tattoo ID. "All of the features added in Version 6 were a direct response to feedback from our customers, who requested easy-to-use tools that streamline the process of designing and printing labels."

The Tattoo ID family of products are tailored to suit the needs of different users in different work environments.

• My Tattoo ID contains the features most useful to small businesses with standard bar coding and minimal connectivity needs.

• Tattoo ID Business provides a full featured solution for companies where labels are designed and printed in the same location.

• Tattoo ID Enterprise offers the ability to control label design from a single location and distribute printing throughout the enterprise.

Read more about My Tattoo ID, Tattoo ID Business or Tattoo ID Enterprise and download a 30 day free trial at http://www.barcodeandlabeling.com/Products/Labeling_v6.html

About Integrated Software Design, Inc.

Integrated Software Design (ISD) is the leading provider of on-demand bar code and enterprise labeling software solutions. ISD has been providing bar code and labeling solutions since 1982 to companies in the manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, retail, education, financial, health care and electronics industries. ISD's offerings include award winning off-the-shelf software products and professional services incorporating customized software design, development and system integration.

Contact:
Phyllis Zaiger
Barcode Labeling Stores
86 York Rd.
Mansfield, MA 02048
774.284.4541
Phyllis@barcodeandlabeling.com
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Daily Jokes Humor Website

Novel New Daily Jokes Daily Humor Whole Look Website Wholelook.com

Daily Jokes Daily Humor website www.wholelook.com is a novel new type of Daily Jokes Daily humor website offering ten different type of Daily jokes Daily humor, with three 'Nexts' each, refreshed twice daily.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (ePressReleases.org) December 04, 2008 - CliffR Projections is pleased to announce the successful launch of its all new novel Daily jokes and Daily humor website Wholelook.com. Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look is the brainchild of owner Cliff Livingstone. Rather than using the standard approach of categorizing the content according to type such as Blond Jokes, Legal Jokes, Religious Jokes etc., and placing the materials in folders within folders requiring considerable surfing around to find anything, Livingstone decided to provide a whole new look and feel for a humor site. Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look fulfills the mandate perfectly says Livingstone. The look and feel of Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look is unlike any other humor website on the Internet.

Livingstone says he wanted a website which anyone looking for a quick pick me up while at work, studying, or working on the Internet could enjoy in a minute, rather than a website for someone who has gone onto the Internet looking for something to do. As a bottom line he went back to the late Netscape Browser approach, which was to present a Daily joke followed by a small number of next's, which were updated approximately once a week. Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look was initiated with the original ease and simplicity of Netscape and went forward from there.

Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look is now right on target says Livingstone. The Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look website offers ten different types of Daily humor with three 'Nexts' each, all refreshed twice daily. A visit to the site can be likened to a quick trip to the water cooler or a refreshing cup of coffee. Similarly, the content is categorized by kind rather than type, such as Jokes, Quotes, Puns, One offs (called Quickies), etc. Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look is also Family Guide approved, with no off-color or other unsavoury jokes of any kind.

Similarly, navigating The Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look website is simplicity in itself says Livingstone. The Daily jokes and Daily Humor items are all presented on the home page and no surfing is required to get around. Livingstone says even web dummies should be able figure out the look and feel of Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole look. As Livingstone likes to point out, 'Whoever laughs last thinks slowest', so start laughing first. Livingstone also states that Daily jokes and Daily humor Whole Look is available to everyone equally. No memberships or annoying logins are required.

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Buenos Aires Real Estate

Buenos Aires Real Estate Investment

Buenos Aires Real Estate – the last orderly real estate sector in the world?

Buenos Aires (ePressReleases.org) December 02, 2008 – Apartment Rental yields in Buenos Aires are extremely good! You can expect to buy an apartment in Buenos Aires and achieve a 7 % to 8% net return annually. Better than low bank interest rates, which will make life tough for those forced to live on 0% to 3% interest from ‘safe’ cash investments whilst the world spins anti-clockwise-out-of-control.

Even when our property sectors at home are on their knees, it is strange how it still feels very close to saturation and our aspirations to buy cheap property, refurbish, and rent property is hampered by both cost and of course competition. Even in a buyers’ market, our colleagues in Europe and the United States of America who are cash rich and property investment specialists only find one or three projects each year. Buenos Aires is still the ‘new world’ for property investment and remains one of the most desirable and affordable cities to purchase real estate, even in the most exclusive neighborhoods of Recoleta and Palermo.

There is heaps of statistical data on the internet about Argentine property investment, and in particular, the Buenos Aires real estate sector, so complete your own research. Check out the facts, reach your own conclusions based on your own knowledge, and if you decide to buy real estate in Buenos Aires get yourself a professional outfit that can make the experience both trouble free and profitable. Our advice is not to go it alone!

Real estate in Buenos Aires is approximately one eighth of the cost of property in London or New York. We know all about ‘apples and apples’ but the huge difference does make you feel that Buenos Aires is somewhat undervalued when you consider the main points in this article written by Buenos Aires Stay.

From parity with the United States dollar in 2001, the peso devalued by an average three to one creating a wonderful climate for investment - Argentina became cheap.

With its Old World charm, Buenos Aires is one of those places that people just love. Believe us when we say you will love the city. Visitors come in increasing numbers every year and many return live or invest in property.

We must point out a dichotomy that might astound you. Although for some time investors found Argentina less appealing, property, land and latterly tourism are cornerstones of Argentine investment and for a few canny international investors (us). This article means you are now one of the lucky few in the know. The city, known as the Queen of the Plata (River) and the Paris of the South, must be one of the best cities in the world in which to invest in real estate.

In August of 2006, the Buenos Aires bureau of records recorded 5,583 deeds involved in real estate purchases worth a total of about 330.7 million US dollars. Argentina is one of the world's fastest growing economies and Buenos Aires is one of the world's fastest growing cities.

Estimates put Argentina's economic growth at over 8% annually for the last 5 years and although nobody trusts what the government ‘spins’ the media, we kid you not that property investment in Buenos Aires is by far the surest property investment opportunity you will find in a world full of uncertainty. We expect Argentina will suffer from the world’s dire economic depression, and not least, the fall in world consumption with the knock on downward trend in commodity prices are going to take the country either close to or into recession. However, there are factors in the micro-economy of Buenos Aires that make property investment safer and better insulated than either London or New York.

You are sceptical. So were we until fully understanding the Buenos Aires real estate sector, its realities, and its peculiarities that make it so very different from many other real estate sectors throughout the world. We start by saying, ‘what credit crunch and what no credit?’ The country as a whole operates without credit (national average 10%). Residential property investment is largely cash, mortgages as we know them do not exist, and funding is never more than 50% of the property value supported by assets and over terms as short as 3 to 15 years. We also point out that we restrict our advice to a number of key investment districts (barrios) in Capital Federal and greater Buenos Aires. Read more about Buenos Aires>go. Read more about Buenos Aires’ best and safest barrios>go

Unlike the burst real estate bubble in the Northern Hemisphere, most specialists believe growth in property values is sustainable in the long term in certain parts of Argentina and in particular Capital Federal, why? "It is not a bubble because cash is king and underpins the growth in the sector – supply and demand dictate property prices and outlandish supplies of credit neither fuels nor sustains the Argentine property sector, it is an orderly market. The capital used for construction, buying and refurbishment is real, and there is practically no bank financing [of construction projects]," says Andrew McCance, of Mainline Security Ltd, an investor in Buenos Aires real estate. “I am no financial or property guru, so people need to complete their own research, but no doubt they will find that bricks have always been a relatively stable investment in Buenos Aires. That will continue as Argentines learnt long before the rest of the world that banks and government are not to be trusted.” Therefore, the reality and peculiarity of the Argentine property investment sector is that today it offers one of the few orderly markets. Andrew is fond of pointing out that there is the first world, the third world, Japan, China, and then there is Argentina. He also points out that Buenos Aires is the jewel of Argentina’s tilted crown. He also feels that Puerto Madero is horribly overvalued.

Currently demand is exerting upward pressure on prices, which in turn stimulated growth in the supply – we expect those prices to increase steadily as larger businesses who might invest in construction tighten their belts and wait to see how Government deals with the impending economic downward trend.

However, we do not believe that will affect smaller-unsophisticated investors, quite the reverse, Argentines use both property investment and the United States Dollar to protect their wealth; traditionally the dollar is the currency of choice when the Argentine peso fights devaluation. Money is already moving out of the peso into the dollar and worryingly for the government 4 billion in cash went abroad in October 2008. The Central Bank avoids greater devaluation by selling dollars on the cheap – but for how long can they apply first aid and avoid dealing with the real problem. Astonishingly, the government imposed ‘de facto exchange control’ sending even more tremors through ‘Argentina’s bones’ as the people remember 2001. We feel reasonably confident, we will say it, bullish, that many dollars will find their way into property, as Argentines are now even more suspicious of banks.

Tourism is fast becoming a ‘powerhouse’ in the Argentine economy and it is important to throw some figures at you:

• Tourism grew an amazing 52% between 2003 and 2007

• Various government and independent agencies outside of Argentina predict 47% growth over the next six years.

• That means 6,500,000 visitors to Buenos Aires in 2012 - where are we going to put them.

• Tourist expenditure grew in Argentina 180% between 1990 and 2006

Space in the traditional tourist barrios is running scarce, demand pushes rents upwards, and both cost and supply pushes tourists into less traditional barrios. As a result, other barrios have and are gentrifying to meet that demand. Palermo Soho and Las Canitas are two great success stories. We have some great ideas on where you might find the next Palermo. Given the pressure on the peso, we might safely assume further devaluation making Buenos Aires still cheaper to counteract recent downward trend in international travel.

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