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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Be careful when buying a television: Dolby Vision 2 brings big changes to movie viewing

The article advises consumers to pay attention to Dolby Vision 2 for significant improvements in television viewing experience when purchasing a new TV.

Feb 25 • 11:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A new turn in California? The American Dream law that unites Newsom and Trump and would impact home buying

A proposed bill in California aims to eliminate tax advantages for large investment funds to benefit families seeking to purchase homes.

Feb 24 • 20:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

IN MIND ⟩ 5 additional costs to consider before buying a home

The article highlights five additional costs potential home buyers should consider to avoid financial strain during the home purchasing process.

Feb 24 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"There is a pharmacy on every corner." Why Latvians are buying cheap medicines from Turkey and Egypt

Latvians are increasingly turning to pharmacy tourism in Turkey and Egypt, bringing back affordable medications to avoid high prices at home.

Feb 23 • 22:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ilkka-Pohjalainen: This is the biggest mistake of a home buyer – clear words from a professor

A Finnish economics professor warns that buying an overpriced home is the biggest mistake homebuyers can make, especially in uncertain economic times.

Feb 22 • 10:23 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

New figures: Young people from wealthy families dominate the housing market in major cities

A new analysis reveals that young people from wealthy families have a significantly higher chance of buying their first home in urban areas compared to others.

Feb 20 • 15:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Don't get caught up in cheap property, your money will drown, know these things before investing

Investing in real estate is a significant decision for many in India, especially for first-time buyers who must choose wisely between 'under-construction' and 'ready-to-move-in' properties.

Feb 20 • 07:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Youth Dominance in the Race to Buy Homes

Young people are leading the race in home purchases, indicating a shift in the real estate market dynamics.

Feb 19 • 17:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

AI home search could change how you buy a house

A new AI-driven platform called Homes AI simplifies the home-buying process by allowing users to search for properties through natural language instead of traditional filters.

Feb 19 • 13:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Say goodbye to expensive peanut butter, make a healthy version at home for ₹100

This article discusses how to make healthy and inexpensive homemade peanut butter using roasted peanuts, oil, and honey or jaggery instead of buying it at high prices.

Feb 19 • 01:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I made Pret a Manger's £4.10 muesli at home - it's as good as the real thing

The author successfully recreates Pret a Manger's bircher muesli at home, claiming it tastes just as good and is more cost-effective than buying it from the store.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Youth Dominance in Home Buying Race, Over 90% of Buyers are Millennials and Gen Z

In India, over 90% of residential property buyers are now Millennials and Gen Z, reflecting a significant shift in the housing market towards younger generations.

Feb 17 • 12:55 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: 20 viral kitchen gadgets everyone is buying

The article highlights twenty trending kitchen gadgets that are gaining popularity, particularly due to social media and positive reviews.

Feb 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Be aware: you can become a homeowner even if the building lacks a usage permit

The article discusses the home-buying process in Estonia, particularly the distinction between purchasing a secondary market apartment and a new development.

Feb 17 • 11:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dream Home or Lifetime Debt, Know This Builders' Game Before Buying!

Buying a home in India is often seen as a sign of success, but emotional pressures from builders can lead to significant financial burdens.

Feb 15 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Real Estate: What a newly built house must have – The SOS that saves your pocket

The article discusses essential features and considerations for prospective buyers of newly built homes in Greece amidst rising prices and vague property descriptions.

Feb 14 • 09:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major Nationwide change for new and existing customers from today

Nationwide has announced a change that cuts fixed mortgage rates by up to 0.16 percentage points, benefiting new and existing customers.

Feb 13 • 09:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

At what age to buy a house, how much home loan to take, know the right math

The article discusses the societal pressures in India to buy a home and the potential emotional and financial implications of such a decision.

Feb 13 • 05:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

This is everything you need to know before signing a property deed to avoid problems

The article outlines key considerations for buyers before finalizing property transactions, emphasizing the importance of legal formalities.

Feb 10 • 15:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Nationwide makes major change for customers and is 'first in UK'

Nationwide has become the first UK lender to allow customers to electronically sign mortgage deeds without a witness, aiming to streamline the home-buying process.

Feb 10 • 11:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

After the robbery in Gelsenkirchen: What to consider when buying a safe

Following a significant bank robbery in Gelsenkirchen, there is an increase in demand for home safes as customers express concerns about the security of bank safety deposit boxes.

Feb 10 • 09:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"I saw hell!" The owner surprises with a newly acquired house room

A Latvian woman discovered an oddly designed room in her new house, which she described as the embodiment of hell, after forgetting its appearance before making the purchase.

Feb 9 • 22:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Double benefit of buying a house... Repo rate cut makes loans cheaper, property prices also soften

The recent repo rate cuts by the RBI make it an advantageous time for potential home buyers as loan costs decrease and property price growth has slowed.

Feb 9 • 16:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Financing: understand how to safely plan the purchase of your property

The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to safely navigate the process of financing the purchase of a home, addressing common doubts related to fees, terms, and credit assessments.

Feb 5 • 18:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Height Adjustable Desk: 9 Common Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

The article discusses nine common mistakes people make when purchasing height adjustable desks and offers tips on how to avoid them for better comfort and ergonomics in the workspace.

Feb 5 • 16:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Coffee package sales plummeted as prices rose

Finnish consumers are buying less coffee for home, despite paying significantly more due to a nearly one-third price increase over the past year, resulting in a nine percent drop in sales compared to 2024.

Feb 5 • 16:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 'boom' of the Pyrenees raises housing shortages to 1,000 meters: "Buying a house here right now is impossible"

The surge in tourism in the Pyrenees has led to a significant housing crisis, making it nearly impossible to buy a home in the area.

Feb 5 • 08:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Goodbye to buying bottled water at home: the 3 Amazon solutions to filter tap water

The article discusses three affordable Amazon solutions for improving the quality of tap water, making it easier to forgo bottled water.

Feb 5 • 05:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Lee: 'Switching to one solid home?... It’s better not to do it if it’s not for residential use'

President Lee expressed that buying real estate for speculation rather than for residence isn't beneficial, amidst rising demand for single high-value homes near the end of the tax relief for multi-homeowners.

Feb 5 • 00:32 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Top 10 Best Mattresses of 2026: Price, Materials, and What to Consider When Choosing

This article compares the best mattresses of 2026 based on materials, firmness, price, and adaptability to help consumers make the best decision according to their sleeping posture.

Feb 4 • 04:36 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Sergio Gutiérrez, real estate expert: "Never buy a flat without this paper, it can save you thousands of euros"

Real estate expert Sergio Gutiérrez emphasizes the importance of a specific document when purchasing a home to avoid costly mistakes in a challenging real estate market.

Jan 14 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Home buying and rental prices at an all-time high in 2026

Real estate prices in Spain are expected to reach new highs in 2026 as demand continues to outstrip slow-growing supply and numerous rental contracts from 2021 are set to expire.

Jan 10 • 04:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump says administration will ban big investors from buying single-family homes

Donald Trump announced plans to prohibit large institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes to address rising home prices, which he will discuss further at the Davos World Economic Forum.

Jan 7 • 19:14 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

How to buy and store wine at home, according to sommelier Fernando García: "You should drink it as soon as possible"

The article discusses tips from sommelier Fernando García on how to buy and properly store wine at home, emphasizing the importance of drinking it sooner rather than later.

Jan 6 • 07:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Stop buying these 8 food items: Make healthier versions at home in just a few minutes

The article suggests avoiding eight common food items available in stores and instead making healthier home-made alternatives that are fresher and free from unnecessary additives.

Jan 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coffee machines we actually use and love from a team who drinks multiple cups a day

A team of coffee enthusiasts shares their favorite espresso, latte, and cappuccino machines for home use, emphasizing the value of brewing coffee at home instead of buying takeaway.

Dec 28 • 09:02 UTC

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