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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mortgage loans: a private bank lowered its interest rate by more than 5 points

A private bank in Argentina has significantly reduced its mortgage interest rate amid uncertainty in the housing loan market.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

European banks: Mortgage loans become more expensive, but corporate loans decrease

European banks are tightening mortgage lending criteria and increasing interest rates for households, while corporate loan conditions are expected to become cheaper by 2026.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

USU: Loan repayment periods for mortgages are set to increase โ€“ experts completely dismiss the idea

Finnish financial regulators criticize a government proposal to extend mortgage repayment periods to 35 years, warning of increased household debt risks.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Investing in properties: 5 banks that offer mortgage loans for second homes

Five Argentine banks are providing long-term loan options for purchasing non-primary homes amidst a renewed interest in mortgages.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mortgage Loans: Three Concrete Facts That Show Positive Signs for the Future of Lending

The Argentinian mortgage market is showing signs of improvement with recent bank movements, despite high interest rates and stricter conditions.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

People with mortgages are repaying an average of over 24 thousand per month. In January, the number of loans decreased

People in Czechia are struggling with high mortgage repayments averaging over 24,000 CZK per month, with a notable decline in loan offerings in January.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A bank reactivates its UVA mortgage loans with higher rates than those it had before suspending them

An Argentine bank has resumed its UVA mortgage lending after a four-month halt, raising interest rates compared to previous levels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Confusion Surrounding New Mortgage Regulations โ€“ The Trap to Avoid

New mortgage regulations in Sweden will make it easier to borrow for home purchases but complicate the process for extending existing loans.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mortgage Credit: How Much You Need to Earn to Buy an Apartment in February 2026

The report discusses the income requirements for obtaining mortgage loans in Argentina, highlighting the challenges posed by rising property prices and interest rates.

Feb 12 โ€ข 00:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

PLANS FOR A HOME LOAN? โŸฉ An expert shares advice on how to strengthen your payment ability

An expert offers advice on how prospective home loan applicants can improve their financial readiness for obtaining a mortgage.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Housing mortgage loans increased by 3 trillion won in January... As banks raise their thresholds, the demand shifts to secondary financial institutions

In January, housing mortgage loans saw a significant increase as demand shifted to secondary financial institutions due to stricter lending standards set by banks.

Feb 11 โ€ข 03:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Bankers Compete to Lower Prices, But Loyal Customers Miss Out on Savings

A price war among mortgage institutions is leading to cheaper housing loans, but not all customers are benefiting from these new rates.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

A price war has broken out in home loans: But not everyone will benefit from it

A price war among mortgage institutions in Denmark is lowering home loan rates; however, not all borrowers will benefit from these reductions.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Bankers compete to lower prices. But the most loyal customers do not share in the joy

There is a price war among mortgage institutions in Denmark, leading to cheaper housing loans, but not all customers benefit from these new rates.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Credit or Rent? The Differences in Costs Are Diminishing

The article explores the diminishing differences in costs between mortgage loans and renting in various Polish cities, alongside trends in loan availability and consumer preferences in the real estate market.

Feb 9 โ€ข 03:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What is the maximum age to obtain a mortgage loan?

The Ecuadorian Social Security Institute's Bank offers various mortgage loans for affiliates and retirees aimed at financing properties under preferential conditions.

Feb 7 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

In January, there was a high demand for mortgages. A new record was also set

In January 2026, the demand for mortgage loans surged by 50.4% compared to last year, with 36,300 applicants, marking a new record for the average loan amount requested.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Goodbye to rent: the legal trick to qualify for a mortgage loan with low income

The article discusses a legal technique that helps individuals with low income qualify for mortgage loans, amidst positive expectations for a revitalization in the housing market in 2026.

Feb 2 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Over 400 billion: interest in mortgages last year was the highest in the last 30 years

Czech banks and building societies provided mortgage loans totaling 406 billion crowns last year, marking a 48% year-on-year increase and the second-highest volume in 30 years.

Jan 16 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Mortgage Credit: Greece Among the Top Five Cheapest Countries in the Eurozone

In November 2025, Greece ranked among the top five cheapest countries in the Eurozone for mortgage interest rates, experiencing a steady decrease in borrowing costs and returning to positive credit expansion in housing loans for the first time in 15 years.

Jan 8 โ€ข 07:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
Life & Tech

How expensive will apartments and mortgages be? We bring you a forecast for 2026

The article discusses the trends in mortgage lending in the Czech Republic, highlighting a significant increase in both the volume of new loans and the average loan amount, making housing finance more complex for borrowers.

Dec 29 โ€ข 06:16 UTC

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