Published Date 9/4/2025
A red door means freedom in Scotland Louis Glickman once said, “The best investment on earth is earth.” Unlike other investments, real estate is something you can touch, feel, and even live in as it appreciates in value because it’s not only tangible— it’s finite. While the real estate world is packed with jaw-dropping stories and surprising truths, we borrowed a few eye-opening stories from the real estate experts at Qobrix. Seems we never tire hearing about how property can often prove stranger than fiction. A red door means freedom in Scotland Paying off your mortgage is always a reason to celebrate. But the Scots take it to the streets by painting their front doors red to celebrate this rite of passage. The custom dates back centuries — back to when residents mixed red ochre with animal fat to protect wooden doors from harsh weather. Over time, that crimson coat became a symbol of financial independence and debt-free living. Big land, not Big Macs McDonald's true business isn’t burgers. It’s real estate. Over the years the company has purchased prime locations, leasing them to franchisees. Picture 38,000 locations across 100+ countries. Happy meals indeed. Single women rule homeownership Unmarried gals outnumber unmarried guys as homeowners, marking a significant shift in property ownership patterns. It is thought that this trend is the result of women's growing financial independence and changing societal attitudes about traditional gender roles, particularly in urban markets. Reach out for more! Qobrix, TBWSAll information furnished has been forwarded to you and is provided by thetbwsgroup only for informational purposes. Forecasting shall be considered as events which may be expected but not guaranteed. Neither the forwarding party and/or company nor thetbwsgroup assume any responsibility to any person who relies on information or forecasting contained in this report and disclaims all liability in respect to decisions or actions, or lack thereof based on any or all of the contents of this report.
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