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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In January, more than 32,000 residents received housing benefits

In January, over 32,000 residents in Latvia received housing benefits totaling 3.82 million euros, a decline from the previous year.

Mar 2 • 06:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The municipality attracts with generous benefits, including retirees and immigrants - 'This is a really big deal'

The municipality of Säkylä in Satakunta is implementing measures to combat low birth rates and an aging population by offering housing benefits and gift vouchers to new residents.

Feb 28 • 07:45 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Stoltenberg on tax bomb: - I am not indifferent

Stoltenberg discusses proposed tax reforms aimed at adjusting property value thresholds for tax benefits in Norway.

Feb 27 • 19:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani and Trump, closer than ever: the agreement that benefits thousands of migrants in New York

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, met with President Donald Trump to discuss housing initiatives that could aid migrants in the city.

Feb 27 • 01:05 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

News in Easy Language on February 26

Latvia's Saeima has passed a law increasing housing benefits to assist citizens in paying for their homes while mitigating debt; additionally, the country faces flood risks from a harsh winter, and a new regional office has been opened by LSM to enhance media presence in Latgale.

Feb 26 • 17:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Residents with low incomes and families with children will receive housing benefits

The Latvian parliament has approved changes to the social assistance law to increase housing benefits for low-income residents and families with children amid rising living costs.

Feb 26 • 09:46 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Heating bills support temporarily raised for housing benefits and its recipients expanded

Due to rising heating costs in Latvia during a cold winter, the government has decided to temporarily increase housing benefits for lower-income households until April 30th.

Feb 26 • 07:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Welfare Minister: Expanding housing benefits will increase the workload of social service workers

The Latvian government plans to expand housing benefits, which could increase the number of recipients and the workload for social service workers.

Feb 25 • 05:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Under Pressure on Multiple Homes... Calls for Tax Benefits to Be Given Only for Primary Residences

Experts argue that tax benefits for property owners should be strictly limited to primary residences, as the current system exacerbates inequalities in the housing market.

Feb 23 • 07:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Private Business of Public Land of the Vive Plan by Ayuso: 6% Profitability and Benefits of 4.8 Billion for Companies

The public land under the Vive Plan in Madrid is expected to yield a 6.8% return to selected private companies, translating into estimated profits of 4.8 billion euros over the project's lifespan.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Expensive Heating: We Show Examples of Who Is Eligible for Benefits

Latvian residents have faced significant increases in heating bills, prompting discussions about eligibility for government assistance.

Feb 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Housing benefits in Europe: how much is the cost per person? See where Estonia is placed

The article discusses the rising housing crisis in Europe and the European Union's response to making quality housing more accessible, with a focus on housing benefits distribution across member states.

Feb 22 • 12:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Deadline for housing benefit - Who it ends for, what they need to do

Renters who have been receiving housing benefits since last August must apply for renewal by the end of February to avoid missing the next payment.

Feb 20 • 11:05 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

News in Simple Language February 18

A collision between a truck and a public bus occurred at the Apšupe junction, partially blocking traffic on the Jelgava-Tukums road.

Feb 18 • 17:32 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Due to high heating bills, the government decides to increase housing benefits; the pool of recipients will also expand

The Latvian government is raising housing benefits to assist households affected by high heating costs, with changes in the formula for calculating the benefits set to take effect in early January.

Feb 18 • 09:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Financial authorities target ‘14 trillion won’ in rental business loans... Modifying benefits for multi-homeowners

Financial authorities in South Korea are focusing on approximately 14 trillion won in loans for rental business operators, planning to revise loan extension practices that favor multi-homeowners.

Feb 18 • 03:18 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The coalition has agreed to increase the housing benefit calculation coefficient

The Latvian coalition government has decided to increase the coefficient for calculating housing benefits by 0.4, as announced by Prime Minister Evika Siliņa.

Feb 16 • 17:22 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Expanding housing benefit availability and increasing paid amounts

Latvia's welfare minister announced plans to broaden the eligibility for housing benefits and increase the amount provided, benefiting thousands more households.

Feb 16 • 12:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon aims at real estate sentiment ahead of the Lunar New Year: 'No more benefits for speculative multi-homeowners'

President Yoon Seok-yeol is preparing to limit financial benefits for homeowners with multiple properties as he addresses public concern over real estate speculation ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays.

Feb 13 • 08:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Is it fair to extend loans to homeowners who persist despite given opportunities?

President Yoon criticized financial benefits for multiple homeowners who resist selling, emphasizing fairness in handling existing loans amid housing market stabilization efforts.

Feb 13 • 00:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Regarding the Rising Heating Bills, Proposes Expanding the Availability of Housing Benefits

Due to projected significant rises in heating bills, a proposal has been put forward in Latvia to expand the availability of housing benefits to a larger segment of the population.

Feb 11 • 14:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 42,500 public rental apartments in Seoul... Home prices may stabilize when properties are listed

President Yoon has emphasized the need to reduce tax benefits for registered rental property owners, arguing that their properties, if listed, may not significantly contribute to stabilizing home prices.

Feb 9 • 22:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Hundreds of Thousands of Supply Effect'... Consideration to Reduce Capital Gains Tax Benefits for Registered Rental Housing

President Yoon Suk-yeol is proposing to reduce the capital gains tax exemptions for registered rental housing providers to encourage them to supply more houses to the market as rental obligations expire.

Feb 9 • 09:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Is there a need for permanent benefits for registered rental housing? ... Mentions reduction for the second day in a row

President Yoon has raised the need for reforming the registered rental housing system, suggesting that the tax benefits for registered landlords should be gradually reduced.

Feb 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Two key Perth defence sites are being sold off. What will happen to the land?

The article discusses the implications of selling Irwin and Leeuwin barracks in Perth, considering the potential benefits for the housing crisis and the fate of the sold land.

Feb 5 • 05:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP defends qualifying age rule as pensioners miss out on up to £7,000

The Department for Work and Pensions is defending its qualifying age rule amidst calls from policy experts to reform it, as many pensioners could be missing out on significant benefits due to their housing circumstances.

Feb 4 • 10:24 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

Privatizing Fannie Mae is risky. Would it be a win for taxpayers or Trump's donors?

The article discusses the potential risks and implications of partially privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, focusing on its impact on taxpayers and benefits for Trump's donors.

Feb 3 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Paradox of the Super-Benefit: People Do Not Apply for It Even Though the State Simplified the System, Says STEM Analyst

Despite the Czech government's efforts to streamline the super-benefit system intended to aid low-income households, many eligible individuals do not apply due to misconceptions about their eligibility.

Jan 30 • 09:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NSW government calls for rethink on capital gains tax discount to ease housing affordability

The NSW government is urging a reassessment of the capital gains tax discount to alleviate housing affordability issues, claiming it benefits wealthy investors over first-time home buyers.

Jan 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sumar rejects Sánchez's formula for intervention in the housing market: 'It is unfair and ineffective'

The Sumar party has criticized Sánchez's housing market intervention plan, claiming it benefits landlords and stating they will not support it.

Jan 12 • 14:50 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

50-Year-Old Lifelong Student Sues for Housing Benefits – and Loses

A lifelong student in Rhineland-Palatinate has lost his court case claiming entitlement to housing benefits after being deemed not to be pursuing his studies earnestly over 52 semesters.

Jan 5 • 15:32 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Temporary Housing in Apartment Blocks Benefits Seniors in Český Těšín. 'It's Nice Here,' Says a Senior

Seniors in Český Těšín express satisfaction with temporary housing in apartment blocks, highlighting the comfort and community it offers.

Jan 4 • 13:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Sweden integrates at all costs

The article discusses the key principles of the Swedish social democratic integration plan, societal opposition to population mixing, community reactions to housing policies for migrants, challenges in assimilating migrants, and the benefits and risks identified in the integration debate.

Jan 2 • 04:30 UTC

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