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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Løkke led the government when the bureaucratic monster was created, which he now wants to kill

The future of the criticized property valuation system, which dictates housing taxes in Denmark, has become a key issue in the election campaign, with costs soaring from 96 million to five billion kroner.

Mar 3 • 14:08 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Two Main Solutions Proposed for Paying Heating Bills

Latvia's Economy Ministry has proposed two solutions for covering increased heating bills in collaboration with property managers: a flat rate payment and a deferred payment option.

Mar 3 • 13:40 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The government hands over the training ship M-03 'Namejs' to the Liepaja municipal property for establishing a museum

The Latvian government has transferred the training ship M-03 'Namejs' to the Liepaja municipality for the purpose of creating a maritime museum.

Mar 3 • 11:11 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Expecting electricity prices to rise alongside proposed tax changes

Proposed tax changes in Iceland may lead to increased electricity prices as the country plans to remove exemptions for energy facilities from property tax.

Feb 28 • 14:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

End of obligation. The government changes the rules for property owners

The Polish government is considering changes to asbestos removal policies in response to a call from local governments for increased funding.

Feb 28 • 06:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Guayaquil simplifies the process for extinguishing family patrimony of legalized properties starting this February 27

Guayaquil's municipal government has streamlined the process for extinguishing family patrimony for legalized properties, reducing the timeframe significantly for property owners.

Feb 28 • 01:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Correction: decree that alters the Generic Value Plant in Rio Preto

G1 corrected a previously published error regarding a decree related to property valuations in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 22:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Celina Leão says that properties in the DF will not be sold to support BRB; ongoing project provides for this possibility

Deputy Governor Celina Leão of the Federal District asserts that a government project to support the Banco de Brasília will not involve the sale of public properties, although the proposed legislation contradicts this assertion by allowing property sales.

Feb 27 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall of Rio Preto revokes decree that altered the Generic Plan for properties

The city government of São José do Rio Preto has revoked a decree that proposed changes to the city's property valuation plan due to concerns about inflated assessments.

Feb 27 • 15:47 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The value of the most expensive homes has been systematically underestimated

The Norwegian government is proposing adjustments to property valuations to create a fairer tax system and shield homes from excessive taxation compared to financial assets.

Feb 27 • 11:05 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The government wants a temporary nuclear storage facility in Halden

The Norwegian government has proposed to establish a temporary nuclear storage facility in Halden by purchasing property from Norske Skog Saugbrugs AS for 830.1 million kroner.

Feb 27 • 07:35 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The government is spending 830 million on property for radioactive waste in Halden

The Norwegian government is proposing the purchase of property from Norske Skog Saugbrugs AS for 830 million kroner, aimed at decommissioning nuclear facilities in Halden.

Feb 27 • 07:34 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Tax Bomb: Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg Calls for a Press Conference

Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg has announced a press conference to address an updated model for property valuation which has resulted in higher tax revenues than expected, amounting to a half-billion overestimate by the government.

Feb 27 • 07:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jesuit School, French-Inspired Palace, and 'Bandeirante' Property: Discover the Seats of the São Paulo Government

The history of the São Paulo government's headquarters reflects the city's political and cultural evolution, showcasing various styles of power through its historical locations.

Feb 26 • 21:16 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Thousands break into property market with 5% Deposit Scheme

The Australian government's 5% Deposit Scheme for first homebuyers has seen a significant increase in participation due to recent reforms allowing access to buyers of all income levels.

Feb 26 • 18:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Housing Supply-Centered Policy is a Myth

The article critiques the prevalent belief that increasing housing supply alone can stabilize property prices in South Korea, arguing that multi-home ownership undermines these efforts.

Feb 26 • 14:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government land worth ₹770 million registered in the name of Waqf, schools and police stations affected

A recent report by India's CAG reveals irregularities in the registration of government land as Waqf property in Madhya Pradesh.

Feb 26 • 12:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will Fear and Migration Be Prevented by Rajasthan's 'Disturbed Area Bill 2026'?

The Rajasthan government introduced the 'Disturbed Area Bill 2026' which allows any area in the state to be declared as disturbed, leading to strict legal consequences and restrictions.

Feb 26 • 08:19 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: London Property - FG Files Fresh Forgery Charge Against Mike Ozekhome

The Nigerian federal government has filed new forgery charges against lawyer Mike Ozekhome relating to the alleged fraudulent claim of ownership over a London property.

Feb 25 • 10:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Exxon fights for Cuban assets

ExxonMobil is seeking damages from Cuba for property seized by the Cuban government, as it argues its case before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Feb 25 • 06:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Municipalities Change Property Tax Again. Companies and Owners of Cottages Will Pay More

Czech municipalities are set to increase property taxes affecting both companies and private property owners, including cottage owners.

Feb 24 • 09:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bulldozer runs on ancestral house, Khaira says - an attempt to suppress voices

In Punjab's Kapurthala district, Congress MLA Sukhpald Singh Khaira claims his ancestral property was unlawfully demolished by local authorities as part of an anti-encroachment drive, urging that it represents a dangerous move to silence dissent.

Feb 24 • 09:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The calming of housing price expectations requires prompt follow-up measures such as property taxes

The article discusses the recent decrease in consumer expectations for rising housing prices in South Korea due to government real estate policies.

Feb 24 • 09:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Homeowners are Terrified" - Homes for Sale with Reduced Prices Flooding Seoul

In response to government measures aimed at curbing real estate speculation, property prices in Seoul are falling significantly, leading to a buyer's market.

Feb 24 • 06:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Action catches 15 animals, including dogs and birds, in a situation of mistreatment in a house in Praia do Forte; puppy was decomposing

An operation by the Cabo Frio city government rescued 15 animals in poor conditions, including a decomposing puppy, from a residential property in Praia do Forte, Brazil.

Feb 24 • 03:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Ministry of Finance Proposes a New Financial Equalization Model for Local Governments for Discussion

Latvia's Ministry of Finance has proposed a new financial equalization model for local governments, emphasizing the exclusion of property tax revenues from the system to enhance fiscal autonomy.

Feb 23 • 15:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

A'Ibom governor threatens to revoke village heads' certificates over vandalism

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has warned that village heads will have their certificates revoked if vandalism of government property occurs in their areas.

Feb 22 • 11:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Perla Wahnón, President of Scientists: "By not protecting it, Spanish knowledge ends up exploited by foreign powers"

Perla Wahnón, an eminent physicist and president of a scientific organization in Spain, urges the government to increase research funding to prevent foreign exploitation of Spanish knowledge.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

It is inevitable to collect property taxes in Grindavík – "This is difficult for many"

The article discusses the challenges faced by residents of Grindavík regarding the collection of property taxes.

Feb 21 • 11:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VNĪ offers to purchase the SAB building in Jūrmala; starting price also announced

The Latvian government has set a starting auction price of €785,000 for the State Security Department (SAB) property in Jūrmala, with the auction closing on March 23.

Feb 20 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor has intensified charges against Alytus District Council member G. Jociunskaite, who continues to deny guilt

Alytus District Council member G. Jociunskaite faces intensified charges of organizing crimes related to document forgery and misappropriation of municipal property, which she denies.

Feb 20 • 10:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Keys of the agreement to limit home purchases in Catalonia: who it affects and how

The Catalonian government has reached an agreement to restrict speculative home purchases in high-demand areas, primarily targeting large property owners while allowing some exceptions for small landlords.

Feb 19 • 11:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The state registry of tourist homes opens a legal battle between the Government, communities, and homeowners

The implementation of a state registry for tourist homes in Spain has led to a legal conflict involving the government, regional authorities, and property owners.

Feb 19 • 04:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Professor of Economics Has Five Proposals to Address the Distorted Housing Market

A Danish economics professor outlines five strategies to mitigate the disparities in the housing market where property ownership yields greater returns than traditional employment.

Feb 18 • 08:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government supports the Comuns' plan to stop speculative property purchases

The Catalan government is backing the Comuns' initiative to temporarily ban speculative property sales to alleviate housing access issues.

Feb 17 • 15:53 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Proposal: Possibility to Seize Companies

A proposal by government investigators in Sweden suggests expanding the scope of seized property in criminal cases to include companies and real estate, alongside personal property.

Feb 17 • 15:38 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Troels Lund Poulsen considers Løkke's message a personal attack

Troels Lund Poulsen publicly criticizes Lars Løkke Rasmussen's proposal to tax property gains, highlighting tensions within the Danish government.

Feb 17 • 14:36 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Eight Arab Countries: Israel's Decision to Register Lands in the West Bank as State Property Violates International Law

Eight Arab countries condemned Israel's government decision to register lands in the West Bank as state property, claiming it violates international law.

Feb 17 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Presidency: The Ministry's Proposal for the Purchase of Property in the Kapčiamiesčio Polygon is Especially Generous

The Lithuanian government has proposed generous compensation for property owners affected by the establishment of a military polygon, which has been positively received by officials.

Feb 17 • 06:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn residents will also receive a property tax exemption this year

Residents of Tallinn will benefit from a property tax exemption of up to 1000 euros this year, as stated by Lüüli Junt, head of the revenue department of the city's finance service.

Feb 16 • 17:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Israel: Large areas of the West Bank declared as state land - allegations of 'de facto annexation'

The Israeli government is officially registering large swaths of occupied West Bank land as state property, drawing strong criticism from the Palestinian side and human rights organizations who accuse it of 'de facto annexation.'

Feb 16 • 10:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Itapetininga City Hall opens registration for exemption from IPTU 2027; know how to register

The City Hall of Itapetininga has opened registration for exemptions from the Urban Property and Land Tax (IPTU) for the year 2027, starting from March 10.

Feb 15 • 21:28 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Israel approves major land grab in West Bank

Israel's security cabinet has approved a proposal to designate significant areas of the West Bank as state property, facilitating settlement expansion.

Feb 15 • 18:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government of Tarcísio de Freitas receives R$ 1.3 billion from auctions and property sales

The administration of Tarcísio de Freitas concluded 2025 with R$ 1.3 billion raised from auctions and direct sales of properties, vehicles, and shares in a fund that negotiations unused state buildings.

Feb 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Breaking | Israel Hayom Sources: The Israeli Government Aims to Approve the Registration of Lands in the West Bank as State Property

The Israeli government is reportedly seeking to start the registration of lands in the West Bank with the intention of designating them as state property.

Feb 15 • 03:42 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Extortion 'disguised as legal': This is how the network allegedly led by the former mayor of Tequila operated

Former Tequila mayor Diego 'N' and his associates are accused of extorting local businesses through exorbitant property tax increases and fines.

Feb 13 • 20:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Taylor Swift asks the US government to stop the trademark registration of the slogan 'Swift Home' by a home textiles brand

Taylor Swift is urging the US government to prevent the registration of the slogan 'Swift Home' by Cathay Home, claiming it misleads consumers and resembles her registered signature.

Feb 13 • 10:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Benefit freeze may violate property protection

Sweden's legal council warns that the government's proposal to freeze benefits for those on social insurance may conflict with fundamental legal rights and property protection.

Feb 12 • 11:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The government manages the property of dementia patients... 'Dementia Care Asset Management Support' will be implemented in April

Starting in April, the South Korean government will implement a pilot project to help manage the properties of dementia patients through a new service.

Feb 12 • 08:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilman files lawsuit against property expropriation in Botafogo and appeals against the filing of an inquiry

Councilman Pedro Duarte has initiated a popular lawsuit to nullify a municipal decree for the expropriation of a property in Botafogo, claiming illegality.

Feb 12 • 08:00 UTC

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