Economics and Property

Economics and Property provides a clear and easy-to-read introduction to any property economics module in a degree leading to a profession in property, construction and other related fields. It focuses on the introduction of economic principles to provide the background necessary to gain a thorough understanding of commercial and residential property sectors and the markets for development, construction and occupation of property.


This third edition has been comprehensively updated to include contemporary economic issues, particularly the financial crisis of 2008 and its impact on markets and economies. It focuses on providing insights into the core economic principles of:








commercial and residential property markets
the role and nature of government intervention
understanding data and making forecasts
achieving sustainable development.


Key features include:








clear aims and objectives for each chapters
frequent summaries of key points
in text definitions and a handy glossary
full colour tables and diagrams throughout.