Desert Oasis vs. Garden City: Comparing Property Tax Regimes in Dubai and Singapore

Though similar in many ways, Dubai and Singapore differ markedly when it comes to implementing property taxes. Property taxes are imposed by governments on property owners based on the assessed value of their real estate. Revenue from these taxes goes towards funding public services and infrastructure, including....

ercentage (per thousand dollars of assessed value). Local regulations determine how to assess a property's value; they can include factors like location, size, age and market conditions. Owners are required to pay taxes based on the assessed value of their property. Failure to do so can result in pe

Art on Wheels: The Five Most Expensive Cars Ever Sold

Speed thrills, but stylish speed thrills even more. Below, we take a look at the five priciest examples of poetry in motion. From the glint of crafted wheels to a growling engine as it readies for a sprint, there are umpteen reasons collectors are enthralled by luxury cars. Here are the five most expensive ever so....

" border="0" /> <br><br> <b>5. 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 — US$29.6 million</b> <br> The 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 is racing royalty. Both Juan Manuel Fangio and Sir Stirling Moss drove this most silver of silver arrows during the ’54 and ’55 F1 seasons, winning a cool 9 out of 12 races. Part