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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The market finds new tricks to evade the seasonal rental regulations in Catalonia

The article discusses how landlords in Catalonia are finding new loopholes to bypass regulatory measures imposed on seasonal rentals.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Challenging unfair rents will be cheaper than expected under Labour shakeup

Under the Labour government's new regulations, renters will only pay ยฃ47 to appeal unfair rent increases, a decision influenced by David Lammy, aiming to protect tenants from potential exploitation by landlords.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rent vs. fixed-term deposit: which investment yields more today

The article discusses the impact of recent labor reform laws in Argentina on the real estate rental market, highlighting tax exemptions for landlords.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

New rules for pets now in effect for Tasmanian renters

New legislation in Tasmania aims to make it easier for renters with pets to secure housing by limiting the grounds on which landlords can refuse pet requests.

Mar 20 โ€ข 03:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

USE THE OPPORTUNITY โŸฉ Rental prices for apartments in Tallinn are nailed down

Rental prices for apartments in Tallinn have stabilized around an average of โ‚ฌ14.5 per square meter, with high competition affecting landlords.

Mar 19 โ€ข 05:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Landlords freeze rents to keep tenants

Landlords in Poland are freezing rents amid a seasonal decline in tenant demand for rentals, allowing for negotiations and discounts.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Rentals: What changes from April 1 โ€“ the 'gift' is lost and discounts for cash payments

Starting April 1, 2026, payment of rent through bank accounts will be mandatory in Greece, impacting cash payment incentives for tenants and landlords.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Furnished Living: Fully Furnished and Cleared Out

The article discusses the benefits of furnished apartments for both short-term renters and landlords, particularly in sought-after areas.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Some tenants are angry as new residents get cheaper apartments

Large landlords are attracting new tenants with lower rents, causing dissatisfaction among existing residents.

Mar 15 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Supreme Court: Landlords who condone unreported lodging operations by tenants must repay reduced acquisition tax

The South Korean Supreme Court ruled that landlords are responsible for unpaid acquisition taxes if their tenants operate lodging businesses without notification.

Mar 15 โ€ข 02:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Businesses selling illicit tobacco could be forced to close under new Vic laws

New Victorian laws will empower enforcement agencies to close businesses selling illicit tobacco and penalize landlords who permit such sales.

Mar 15 โ€ข 00:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Scandal landlords charged with serious accounting offenses

A man and his son, known for neglecting their rental properties in Sweden, have been charged with serious accounting offenses, facing potential business bans.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Last year was exceptionally difficult for the rental market, estimates the Finnish Landlords Association

The Finnish Landlords Association reports a challenging year for the rental market, with record supply of rental apartments and decreased rental growth.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Airbnb offers $1K to Toronto World Cup landlords. Will it shift the rental market?

Airbnb is incentivizing Toronto homeowners with $1,000 to rent their properties during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about potential impacts on the local rental market.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rentals: after the exemption from Income Tax, a specialist analyzes whether it is convenient for the owner to be a monotributista or not

This article discusses the implications of a recent law in Argentina regarding income tax exemptions for property owners and the considerations for landlords in choosing their tax status.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Tenant's Rights Against Landlords Established Upon Registration of Residence... Measures to Prevent Jeonse Fraud Announced

The South Korean government has announced measures to prevent jeonse fraud, establishing tenant rights to counteract landlords' potentially fraudulent actions during rental agreements.

Mar 10 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Tenant not paying rent for years? New law may change that

A proposed petition aims to reform eviction laws in Poland, potentially easing the burdens on landlords dealing with non-paying tenants.

Mar 10 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Big change is coming for landlords and new Section 21 law can't come soon enough

A proposed change to the Section 21 law in the UK aims to improve conditions for renters by limiting landlords' ability to evict tenants without reason.

Mar 7 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Blow to affordable housing in New York: what changes for low-income tenants from March 6

A court ruling has annulled legal protections that required landlords in New York to accept tenants with rental subsidies, impacting low-income renters starting March 6.

Mar 6 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The taxes eliminated in the purchase, sale, and rental of properties with the labor reform law

The recently passed labor reform law in Argentina eliminates certain taxes related to real estate transactions, benefiting landlords and sellers.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

HMRC income tax changes to be aware of from April

Individuals, particularly self-employed and landlords earning over ยฃ50,000, need to prepare for new HMRC income tax regulations starting April 2026.

Mar 5 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Energy: Schneider demands tenant protection in the new heating law

Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider emphasizes the need for tenant protection in the new heating law, insisting landlords should bear the costs of heating upgrades.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Energy: Schneider insists on tenant protection in the new heating law

German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider demands that landlords bear the costs of heating renovations, raising concerns about climate protection which could complicate the recently brokered heating legislation agreement.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Tenants in Catalonia will be able to check if a landlord is a large holder with their name and NIF in the registry

Tenants in Catalonia can soon check if their landlord is a large holder via a new government registry.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Housing Market Under Pressure: Landlords Are Needed

The Berlin housing market is under pressure, with increasing demands for landlord involvement amid concerns over rising rents and bureaucratic obstacles.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Reform UK's vow to scrap renters protections shows they're 'in the pocket of rogue landlords'

Reform UK plans to dismantle key renter protections, which critics say will benefit abusive landlords at the expense of vulnerable tenants.

Feb 28 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Who is responsible for the smoke detector in a rental home?

The article discusses the responsibility for maintaining smoke detectors in rental homes, highlighting the shared obligations between landlords and tenants as stipulated in the law.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

NYC landlords fire back at โ€˜racistโ€™ Mamdani aide's claim that ties homeownership to 'White supremacy'

New York City landlords are criticizing comments from a top housing official connecting homeownership to white supremacy, labeling them as 'racist' and neglectful of immigrant property owners.

Feb 28 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions face HMRC tax changes from April 2026

Millions of self-employed individuals and landlords in the UK must prepare for significant tax changes starting April 2026 due to HMRC's digital modernization initiative.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Severe fire in Bandipora main market, more than two dozen shops burnt; Video

A significant fire in Bandipora's main market has led to the destruction of over 14 shops, raising concerns among local shopkeepers and landlords.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Renting: The Lucrative Business of Furnished Apartments

The market for fully furnished apartments is booming, allowing landlords to earn high rents while posing challenges for tenants facing steep prices amid proposed stricter regulations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New incentives for tenants: free months - no rent deposit

Landlords in Finland are competing for tenants by offering incentives such as free rent months and waiving deposit requirements amid a shift in the rental market.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Thank You, Landlord [Knock! Korean Society]

The article reflects on the author's personal experiences with changing landlords and the emotional complexities surrounding renting in South Korea.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

โ€œPealtnรคgijaโ€: Is the system still in favor of tenants?

The article discusses ongoing rental conflicts in Viimsi, Estonia, highlighting systemic issues in favor of tenants and against landlords.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Frankfurt Tenant Aid: The Landlord as a Villain

Frankfurt's initiative to provide vouchers for tenant association memberships highlights a potentially biased stance against landlords in municipal politics.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Frankfurt Tenant Assistance: The Landlord as the Enemy Image

Frankfurt introduces vouchers for memberships in tenant associations, reflecting a perceived bias in municipal politics favoring tenants over landlords.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'Reform show whose side its on with power grab for bad bosses and rogue landlords'

Reform UK's new proposals threaten to undermine workers' and tenants' rights while favoring employers and landlords.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Nigel Farage 'mask off' as Reform offers lifeline to bad bosses and rogue landlords

Nigel Farage's political party, Reform, faces criticism for proposing the repeal of worker protections and tenant rights legislation.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A young man found himself in a confusing situation during an apartment showing โ€“ the landlord's proposal was too much

A survey reveals Finnish tenants' disturbing experiences with landlords, including unexpected visits and filthy apartments.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Rent Price Brake: Greens Demand a Pause for Self-Use

The Green Party in Germany is advocating for stricter regulations on the rent price brake, suggesting a five-year ban on landlords terminating leases for personal use if tenants have previously enforced the price brake.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Is Mamdaniโ€™s socialist push for rent controls about to wreck the New York City housing market?

Zohran Mamdani's proposed rent freeze in New York City faces criticism and support amid the city's housing affordability crisis.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Current Lexicon: What is the Rent Brake?

The article discusses Germany's 'Rent Brake' law, which limits how much landlords can increase rents in areas with tight housing markets, and notes its recent approval by the Federal Constitutional Court.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Landlords Stir Anger in Hebrew Media.. And the Israeli Broadcasting Authority Attacks the Series

The Egyptian series 'The Landlords' has sparked significant backlash from Israeli media, particularly for its portrayal of the conflict in Gaza.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
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 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Do you know where to shut off the water at your home? Landlords are urged to inform their tenants of the location.

A survey indicates that many renters lack knowledge about the location of water shut-off valves in their homes, emphasizing the importance for landlords to educate their tenants.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The SCJN and housing rent in CDMX

The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation in Mexico has ruled that annual rent increases in Mexico City cannot exceed the inflation rate, impacting landlords and renters alike.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cases of Foreign Residents Being Refused Tenancy in Japan: 'It's Unfair to Generalize by Nationality'

Foreign residents in Japan continue to face challenges in finding housing, often being rejected by landlords based on nationality, leading to concerns about rising xenophobia and calls for better coexistence.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Patricia Moral wins the battle against her landlords: "At no time did they admit to being large property owners, but they accepted to lower our rent"

Patricia Moral successfully negotiated a rent reduction from her landlords in a tense rental market in Spain.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The California city that froze rents: Prices cannot increase for a year starting at the end of February

Santa Barbara has enacted a temporary freeze on rental prices to address the housing crisis, preventing landlords from increasing base rents for part of 2026.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Heka's Strong Demand โ€“ "It is in the Interest of Both Landlords and Residents"

Heka emphasizes the importance of swiftly addressing disturbances and lease violations to protect both landlords and tenants.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:34 UTC

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