Fractional Ownership News

Dr Richard Ragatz confirmed speaker at Fractional Summit 2009

Fractional Life is delighted to announce one of the world’s most renowned fractional ownership authorities, Dr Richard Ragatz will be speaking at Fractional Summit 2009, 23-24 April, Hilton Metropole, London.

Dr Richard Ragatz, President of Ragatz Associates has exemplary knowledge of the fractional ownership marketplace and has achieved international recognition as the leading feasibility analyst and market researcher in the resort real estate industry. He has been involved in more than 2,000 studies in virtually every state and over 70 countries. Clients include most major developers and lenders in the resort industry.

With fractional property promising to be one of the highlights in an otherwise dire outlook for European whole ownership in 2009, conference attendees will learn how the US fractional marketplace has grown to a 2.3 billion dollar industry and predictions as to what level the European fractional property marketplace can grow.

Dr Richard Ragatz, recently commented that “The financial crisis has affected every part of the real estate market, but I believe, in the long term, recent events will enhance the attractiveness of the high-end fractional products as compared to whole ownership.”

Piers Brown, Founder Fractional Life said “Richard’s experience in the marketplace is exemplary and we’re delighted he will be sharing his valuable knowledge at Fractional Summit 2009. The heavyweight speaker and sponsor list makes the conference a ‘must attend’ for operators already in the marketplace or those looking to find out more about  fractional property ownership. We look forward to welcoming both speakers and delegates from around the globe.”

For further details and booking information visit www.fractionalsummit.com

18/01/09