Copom Reduces Selic Rate and Consortium Remains a Strategy for Home Ownership
The Copom's decision to lower the Selic rate impacts housing credit accessibility in Brazil, leading many to consider consortia as a viable alternative for purchasing homes.
Home ownership: step by step, how to obtain a mortgage from Banco Ciudad
The Buenos Aires government has announced a new line of mortgage credits at a 7.5% interest rate to help families purchase their first home.
Banco del PacÃfico promotes access to home ownership
Banco del PacÃfico is launching a new initiative to promote access to home ownership by setting up information points in various cities across Ecuador.
Shirly Karvinen bought her first own home
Finnish TV host Shirly Karvinen recently announced on Instagram that she has purchased her first home, marking a significant milestone in her life.
Realtors in Berlin: 'We are the city of thwarted homeowners'
A Berlin realtor discusses the challenges facing potential homebuyers due to global instability and strict banking regulations that threaten the dream of home ownership.
Dog owners check pet cam after leaving cavapoo puppy and their hearts break
A dog owner named Joannie shares her heartbreak after watching her puppy Midnight react to being home alone via a pet camera.
Abandoned Animals: Tied to a Lantern in Dubai
Images circulate online showing abandoned pets in Dubai as their owners hastily return to their home countries, raising concerns about animal welfare under German animal protection law, which may apply abroad.
The Housing Crisis Continues / Record Low Number of Apartments and Many Properties Are Only for the Rich
The housing crisis in Slovakia is worsening as the number of completed apartments has reached a record low, making home ownership increasingly unattainable for most people.
Conjugal Usucapion: When Abandonment Can Ensure Home Ownership
Brazilian law provides a specific type of usucapion for cases of abandonment known as conjugal usucapion, allowing an abandoned spouse to acquire full ownership of a property after two years.
Donations from parents to children set a record due to the housing access crisis
In 2025, Spain saw a record number of parental donations to help children with home purchases, reflecting the ongoing housing access crisis.
SHOCKING ⟩ Real estate prices have increased by over 200 percent in 15 years
A Eurostat survey reveals significant disparities in housing ownership across EU countries, highlighting the growth of home prices in Estonia over the past 15 years.
Why Today Mature Men are Moving Away from the 'Fortress Home'
A changing perspective among middle-aged and older men sees home ownership evolving from a financial project to a lifestyle choice focused on relationships and community.
Don't Make These Mistakes Before Buying a House, or Your Money Will Go Down the Drain
The article discusses critical mistakes to avoid when purchasing a home to prevent financial loss.
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.
'I had horrible realization minutes after moving into my first home'
A woman faced a shocking surprise shortly after moving into her first home, revealing the challenges of home ownership.
The surprising reason your dog gets 'visibly excited' when you come home
Experts suggest that dogs display excitement upon their owner's return due to their keen ability to recognize patterns and environmental cues.
Opposition to expand Melbourne CBD in bid to boost home ownership
The Victorian opposition plans to expand Melbourne's CBD and promote residential living as part of a strategy to improve home ownership ahead of the state election.
Daniel Noboa delivers homes under the housing program "Guayas boosts your home with Miti Miti"
President Daniel Noboa launched the housing project "Guayas boosts your home with Miti Miti" aimed at facilitating preferential mortgage loans and expanding access to home ownership in Ecuador.
The dream of owning a home remains unattainable for nearly half of Europeans
Almost half of European tenants lack the capability or desire to buy a home, with this statistic varying greatly between countries due to issues of property availability and pricing pressure.
You can become a homeowner even if the building lacks a usage permit
The article discusses the complexities and requirements for purchasing newly developed real estate in Estonia, emphasizing the importance of the developer's credibility.
What it Means to Have a House
The article reflects on the concept of home and ownership, highlighting that having a mortgage does not equate to having a true sense of belonging or security.
See the map: In just a few kilometers, the share of young homeowners with wealthy parents falls from over half to zero
A new analysis reveals that young individuals in urban areas have a significantly higher chance of home ownership if they come from affluent families, while accessibility decreases in rural areas.
Survey: Almost half of Europeans without home ownership are not optimistic about purchasing one
A survey reveals that nearly 29% of Europeans believe they will never be able to buy real estate, with varying levels of pessimism across different countries.
No inheritance, no home: the unjust wealth transfer – podcast
In a podcast episode, experts discuss the implications of the significant intergenerational wealth transfer expected in Australia, where rising house prices force many to rely on inheritances to secure home ownership.
Angus Taylor unveils Coalition frontbench with Tim Wilson as shadow treasurer and Nationals returned
Angus Taylor has announced his new Coalition frontbench, appointing Tim Wilson as shadow treasurer and reintroducing the Nationals, while promising to prioritize home ownership and tax reform.
Lee Jae-myung asks "Do you believe that privileges should be maintained for multi-homeowners?" directed at Jang Dong-hyuk
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung questions the ruling party leader's stance on multi-home ownership and privileges amid ongoing housing issues.
Continued Real Estate War Between Ruling and Opposition Parties... People Power: "President Lee's Defense of Bundang Home" vs. Minju: "Party that Protects Windfall Income"
The political confrontation in South Korea over real estate issues intensifies as the ruling and opposition parties clash on President Lee's ownership of a Bundang apartment.
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.
Inheritanceocracy: why current generations depend more on their parents' wealth for financial success
A new book highlights how younger generations are increasingly reliant on parental wealth to achieve home ownership, with implications for workplace dynamics and economic structures.
Residents of four neighborhoods receive property deeds in Cubatão, SP
Residents of four neighborhoods in Cubatão, Brazil, have received definitive property deeds, marking the end of a decades-long wait for home ownership.
Abandoned house was left to rot for 15 years - until one man helped solve mystery
A man helped uncover the ownership of a long-abandoned house in Norwich that had become a hazard to his home and neighborhood.
The Silent Threat: How to Protect Your Heritage from Wood Pests
The article highlights the hidden danger posed by wood pests like termites and woodboring beetles, which can silently damage structures without immediate detection.
Home security cameras create a surveillance concern
Home security cameras are popular for enhancing safety, but privacy concerns arise regarding data ownership and access.
Evelyn Salgado delivers 520 property titles to families in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
Guerrero Governor Evelyn Salgado Pineda delivered 520 property titles to families in Zihuatanejo, emphasizing the importance of security and legal certainty for home ownership.
The government is tone-deaf to pet owners
The article discusses the plight of pet owners in Sweden facing exorbitant veterinary prices, exemplified by a woman forced to sell her home to afford care for her pet.
Sara has to sell her house to afford the veterinarian
Sara is forced to sell her home to pay for her dog Elly's veterinary bills due to rising costs of veterinary care in Sweden.
"Inheritocracy": why current generations depend more on the wealth of their parents for financial success
Eliza Filby's concept of 'Inheritocracy' highlights the growing reliance of younger generations on parental wealth for financial success and housing access.
This could change the possibilities for thousands of tenants to own their own property: a registered proposal opens an unexpected scenario
A new legislative proposal in Lithuania aims to facilitate home ownership for tenants living in municipal housing by allowing purchase via a rent-to-own scheme, contingent on specific eligibility criteria.
People with home ownership, cars, and jobs are now seeking food assistance
The number of people seeking financial assistance from church-based diaconal support has significantly increased due to social security changes that took effect in early 2024, with unemployment and health issues driving demand.
Scaling back the capital gains tax discount might not help housing affordability – but there are still good reasons to do it
Reducing tax breaks for property investors may not significantly lower house prices, but it could positively impact home ownership rates in the long run.
GRAPH ⟩ In Europe, there are two peculiar countries where renting housing is considered better than owning. Why?
In Switzerland and Germany, renting homes is more common than owning, contrasting with countries like Estonia where home ownership is seen as a point of pride.
[Editorial] President's Mention of 'One Good House' and Need for Strengthened Tax Measures
President Lee Jae-myung has indicated the need for policy measures to curb the preference for 'one good house', while also addressing the impact of multiple home ownership on the housing market.
New Tax Changes Await Residents: What Property Owners Need to Know
Starting from 2026, property owners in Lithuania will face new tax regulations that could motivate them to sell their homes due to a shorter non-taxable period for income from property ownership.
Apê Real helps families leave rental housing and achieve home ownership
Apê Real is an initiative aimed at assisting Brazilian families in achieving their dream of home ownership and leaving behind rental housing through accessible and straightforward options.
The Macclesfield president who eliminated Crystal Palace: 'I bought the team drunk, the next day I didn't remember it', video
The owner of Macclesfield revealed that he purchased shares of the team through an app for bankrupt companies while he was drunk at home.
"Making Home Ownership More Affordable" – Trump Orders Massive Purchases of Mortgage Bonds
Donald Trump aims to lower housing costs in the U.S. by ordering significant purchases of mortgage bonds, despite prior commitments to reduce living expenses amid persistent high prices.
I was a £700 a month shopaholic but worked out how to save £15k in 8 months
A former shopaholic shares how she saved £15,000 in eight months by adopting simple budgeting rules to afford a home deposit.
Affordable home ownership is possible - if politics finally lets go
A study indicates that reducing property transfer taxes could make home ownership more affordable, urging politicians to take serious action on retirement planning.
This is where the German dream of owning a home really fails
Experts estimate that real estate in Germany will become increasingly difficult to access due to three primary market phenomena, highlighting important developments that potential buyers and owners should be aware of.
The great opportunity in real estate: 1.3 billion euros, zero interest rate, and 12,500 new owners
A total of 12,500 beneficiaries are expected to acquire their homes by 2026 through the 'My Home II' program and an expanded social housing initiative targeted at young people and vulnerable social groups in Greece.