Journal of Valuation: Volume 8 Issue 1

The effects of Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) systems on land values

Gareth Williams

Investigates the evolution of mass rapid transit (MRT) in relationto the Hong Kong market and analyses the effect of surrounding landvalues. Outlines the unique features of Hong…

Professional negligence and indemnity in real estate

William North

Discusses the factors which have led to a proliferation oflitigation in respect of professional negligence in the field of realestate. Outlines caveat emptor (or ′buyer beware′)…

Professional negligence and indemnity

Peter Mahoney

Discusses the growing awareness in the valuation profession of theneed to offer a “duty of care” to the client and to acceptresponsibility for the advice given. Refers to…

Judicial attitudes to professional liability for property investment advice

Anthony Lavers, Alistair MacFarquhar

Explores judicial attitudes in professional negligence casesaffecting liability for property investment advice. Focuses on thestandard of work required to discharge the legal duty…