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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Demand and Supply of Apartments in Gangnam 3 Districts 'Equal'... Time is Now in Favor of Buyers

The apartment market in Seoul's Gangnam area has shifted to favor buyers as housing prices start to decline, due to increasing supply and buyer hesitance amid upcoming tax changes.

Mar 1 • 05:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will the rush of multi-homeowners selling before May 9th succeed?

Multi-homeowners are increasingly listing their properties for sale ahead of the May 9th deadline for a tax hike on capital gains, raising concerns and opportunities for potential buyers.

Mar 1 • 00:32 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Here live homeowners with a property valued at one million kroner or less

A proposed housing policy by the Social Democrats in Denmark aims to abolish property value tax for homes valued at one million kroner or less, benefiting homeowners in Lolland and Falster.

Feb 28 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why did Barcelona double its tourism tax?

Barcelona has doubled its tourism tax, becoming one of the most expensive in Europe, as part of efforts to limit tourist numbers and fund affordable housing for locals.

Feb 27 • 21:32 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
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Stoltenberg changes tax rules for housing

Norwegian Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg is redefining what constitutes an "expensive home," raising the threshold for property tax liability.

Feb 27 • 11:25 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

SV and Rødt signal a fight against Stoltenberg's new housing tax

The Norwegian finance minister announced an increase in the threshold for what is considered an expensive home as part of a new housing tax policy.

Feb 27 • 11:23 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The government's tax bomb: More homes receive greater discounts

The Norwegian government is raising the threshold for what constitutes an expensive home from 10 to 14 million NOK to ease the impact of a new tax assessment model.

Feb 27 • 10:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] President Lee says "Selling even a single speculative house is advantageous"; the 'one good house' phenomenon needs to be normalized this time

President Lee Jae-myung announced plans for tax reforms targeting high-value single homeowners and reiterated a crackdown on multiple homeowners to address soaring real estate prices in Seoul.

Feb 27 • 09:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon targets non-resident homeowners, foreseeing stricter tax and financial regulations

President Yoon Jae-myung expressed intentions to create conditions favoring sales over retention for investors and speculators owning one home for non-residential purposes.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Higher tax will stop housing speculators, not mortgage restrictions, says banker Spurný

Banker Spurný asserts that implementing a higher tax is a more effective measure to curb housing speculation than limiting mortgage availability.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Negative gearing changes on the table before May budget, Jim Chalmers confirms

The Australian government is considering reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax to alleviate the housing crisis ahead of the May federal budget.

Feb 27 • 03:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Selling one house for investment and speculation will be more advantageous... Restricting investment and speculation

President Yoon Suk-yeol announced intentions to create conditions making it more advantageous for multi-homeowners and single-homeowners not living in their properties to sell rather than hold onto their homes, aiming to confine investment and speculation in the housing market.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Labor not ruling out negative gearing changes

The Australian Labor government is reconsidering changes to negative gearing, indicating potential reforms to the tax break following a report suggesting new measures could be in the works.

Feb 26 • 23:14 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Rising tide of new voters forcing a tax rethink on property

Australia's lax property tax is drawing scrutiny, especially as new voters emphasize housing affordability amid rising property values.

Feb 26 • 18:41 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Many houses may well be put up for sale for 999,000 kroner

A proposed abolition of the property value tax on homes valued at one million kroner could lead to an increase in disposable income for some homeowners in Denmark.

Feb 26 • 14:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

There may very well be many houses for sale for 999,000 kroner

If Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's election promise is realized, many owners of inexpensive houses will see a notable increase in their daily finances due to the abolition of property value tax for homes valued at 1 million kroner.

Feb 26 • 14:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Mamdani's rent freeze, tax hikes a 'one-two wealth destruction punch,' economists warn

Economists are concerned that Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed rent freeze and tax increases could severely impact New York's housing market and broader economic stability.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Barcelona raised the tourist tax to one of the highest in Europe

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax, making it one of the highest in Europe, to limit visitor numbers and fund affordable housing programs.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Overtourism' in Barcelona, Spain doubles tourist tax…up to 15 euros per night

Barcelona has doubled its tourist tax amid rising complaints from residents about overtourism and its impact on housing prices.

Feb 26 • 07:58 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa announces reform for companies to reduce income tax by donating social housing

President Daniel Noboa announced a reform allowing companies to deduct up to 30% of their income tax when donating social housing.

Feb 25 • 20:26 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Barcelona doubles the rate it charges tourists and becomes one of the highest in Europe

Barcelona has raised its tourist tax to potentially 15 euros per night, aiming to manage tourist numbers and support affordable housing initiatives.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax

The Catalonian regional parliament has approved a law that doubles the tourist tax imposed on hotel visitors starting in April.

Feb 25 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Spain: Barcelona doubles tourist tax – one of the highest in Europe to fund housing

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax to be one of the highest in Europe, charging visitors up to 15 euros per night as part of efforts to manage visitor numbers and fund affordable housing.

Feb 25 • 14:10 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Finally fixing capital gains tax is good – but linking it to another tax cut for Australia’s rich is bollocks | Greg Jericho

The article discusses the impending reforms to Australia's capital gains tax (CGT) while critiquing conservative efforts to tether these reforms to tax cuts benefiting the wealthy.

Feb 25 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Electric Mayor Acknowledges: Proposal for Housing Tax Will Impact Ordinary Copenhageners

The proposal by Enhedslisten aims to impose a 15% tax on all housing gains over one million kroner, which critics argue will also affect regular homeowners.

Feb 25 • 00:00 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
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

SA Labor's stamp duty policy appears at odds with former treasurer's view

The South Australian Labor government's stamp duty policy is at odds with the previous views expressed by former Treasurer Stephen Mullighan regarding who should benefit from such tax relief.

Feb 24 • 19:25 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
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Former RBA governor calls for capital gains tax discount to be scrapped

Former RBA governor Bernie Fraser advocates for the removal of the capital gains tax discount during a parliamentary hearing focused on housing supply and inequality.

Feb 24 • 03:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tax expert worried Australia on path to neo-feudal society as housing wealth drives inequality

A leading tax expert warns that increasing housing wealth in Australia may lead to neo-feudal societal structures, where prosperity is increasingly dependent on inherited property.

Feb 24 • 03:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The problem is not a new tax on owner-occupied housing. It is that half of Copenhagen's housing market is closed and nepotistic

The article discusses the challenges faced by young graduates in Copenhagen's housing market, highlighting issues of accessibility and nepotism rather than merely taxation.

Feb 24 • 00:00 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
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: One tax cut could boost housing sales – the government refuses to accept it

The Finnish real estate market has stagnated for years, with sales declining and long waiting times for transactions, prompting discussions about removing the transfer tax to revitalize the sector.

Feb 22 • 19:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Mamdani promotes NYC where 'every family can afford a home,' rips ICE's 'cruelty' amid budget blowback

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani advocates for affordable housing and criticizes ICE's actions during criticism of his proposed property tax increase.

Feb 21 • 18:26 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Is the Social Democrats a folk high school or a prime minister party? Here is this week's debate

The article discusses the recent debate surrounding the Social Democrats in Denmark and their stance on housing taxes.

Feb 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Greg Abbott Turned It into Law: Homeowners in Texas Will Pay Less Property Tax Starting in 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, homeowners in Texas will benefit from a significant reduction in property taxes due to new legislation signed by Governor Greg Abbott.

Feb 20 • 17:40 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Reason is Toxic: Therefore, Property Tax is a Dangerous Topic

The debate around property tax in Denmark has been reignited by Lars Løkke Rasmussen, but it faces significant pushback from political opponents.

Feb 19 • 12:53 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The reason is toxic: Therefore, property tax is a dangerous topic

Lars Løkke Rasmussen has ignited a contentious debate on property tax in Denmark, facing resistance from some political leaders and suggesting the complexities and potential risks associated with the issue.

Feb 19 • 12:53 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Are you also confused? Here are the parties' positions on housing tax

An article discusses the ongoing debate among Danish political parties regarding potential changes to housing tax and its implications for homeowners.

Feb 19 • 12:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Social Democrats freeze property tax

The Danish Social Democrats have decided not to change the existing property tax agreement, focusing instead on increasing housing supply to address rising property prices.

Feb 18 • 21:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Elisabet Svane: This is why the Social Democrats will not propose a new housing tax

Political analyst Elisabet Svane explains why the Social Democrats in Denmark are refraining from proposing changes to the housing tax despite current discussions around its fairness.

Feb 18 • 19:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Elisabet Svane: The Social Democrats vainly sought a new housing tax that could hit or miss

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has reopened the complex debate on housing taxes, highlighting concerns over wealth accumulation based on property location.

Feb 18 • 19:30 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Social Democrats reject new housing taxes

The Social Democrats in Denmark, led by Finance Minister Nicolai Wammen, announced that they will not implement new housing taxes or a tax on housing gains, opting instead to focus on increasing housing supply to combat rising prices.

Feb 18 • 16:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Wammen now reports on housing taxes

The Danish Social Democrats ruled out any changes to current housing taxes, stating they do not intend to alter the housing tax agreement from 2017.

Feb 18 • 16:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Wammen: "The Social Democrats will not run for election on changing housing taxes"

The Social Democrats have definitively stated that they will not change the current housing taxes or introduce a tax on housing gains, focusing instead on increasing the supply of housing.

Feb 18 • 16:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Percentage and Amount: The Unity List presents its first bid for a new housing tax

The Unity List has proposed a top tax on housing gains, highlighting the growing debate in Denmark about housing ownership and wealth inequality.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Percentage and Amount: Here is the First Proposal for a Concrete New Property Tax

The debate around a new property tax in Denmark heats up as the Enhedslisten party proposes a tax on housing gains, prompted by growing concerns over wealth accumulation through property ownership.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Lars Løkke: Tax large profits from housing sales

Lars Løkke advocates for taxing substantial profits from real estate sales in Denmark.

Feb 18 • 12:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Conservatives in a Housing Tax Dispute with Themselves: Party Program Contradicts Mona Juul

The Conservative Party in Denmark is facing internal conflict over its stance on housing tax, with leader Mona Juul promoting a housing tax freeze that contradicts the party's official policy.

Feb 18 • 10:47 UTC

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