This Positioning Paper provides the context, sets out the theoretical framework and outlines the research strategy underpinning a study into the factors influencing risk-assessment and tenancy allocation practices used by property managers in the private rental market. The study builds on...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop a General Systems Theory (GST) risk management framework and conducts a preliminary investigation into its potential benefits. Design/methodology/approach – A risk management framework with four domains is developed by applying GST to...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the limitations and potential usefulness of a “knowledge city” concept as diversification vehicle for property investors. Design/methodology/approach – The paper first dissects the “knowledge city” concept and then investigates...