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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Real Estate: The 9 Issues Concerning Owners

The Panhellenic Federation of Property Owners is starting a tour across Greece to highlight key issues that concern property owners.

Feb 28 โ€ข 11:36 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‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Dusetai โ€“ a dramatic night: the city's historical symbol collapsed

A historic building in Dusetai, Lithuania, known for its cultural significance, collapsed under the weight of heavy snow, raising concerns about heritage preservation responsibilities among property owners.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

End of obligation. The government changes the rules for property owners

The Polish government is considering changes to asbestos removal policies in response to a call from local governments for increased funding.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

ENFIA: The Last Mile Before the Bill is Issued - How Payment Will be Made, What Discounts Will Apply

The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue is currently processing the ENFIA tax for 2026, which will yield discounts for property owners in small localities.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Guayaquil simplifies the process for extinguishing family patrimony of legalized properties starting this February 27

Guayaquil's municipal government has streamlined the process for extinguishing family patrimony for legalized properties, reducing the timeframe significantly for property owners.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Black Ice Claims Pedestrians โ€“ This is the Property Owner's Responsibility

As temperatures rise this week, streets may become particularly slippery, warning pedestrians and highlighting property ownersโ€™ liability for accidents caused by icy conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The European Parliament estimates the deficit at 10 million homes and proposes a "simplification package" along with the mobilization of European funds

The European Parliament has identified a housing deficit of approximately 10 million homes in Europe and proposes measures to address the ongoing housing crisis.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Crime & Justice

A woman arrested for offering tourist apartments in Madrid by impersonating the owners

A woman in Madrid has been arrested for defrauding users by offering tourist apartments while impersonating the real property owners.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Then comes the decision on how the collection of your waste will be resolved

New EU legislation will require all property owners in Sweden to establish waste collection points for various recyclables within ten months, creating challenges for older properties in urban areas.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Expenses: how to legally challenge unjustified increases

The article discusses the legal rights of property owners in Argentina to challenge unjustified increases in condominium fees, emphasizing the need for proper documentation and understanding of the applicable laws.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Loss in Dusetos: The Oldest Building in the City Collapsed Due to Snow

A historic building in Dusetos, Lithuania, has collapsed due to heavy snow, highlighting the responsibilities of property owners regarding cultural heritage preservation.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ 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 โ€ข 14:25 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Botswana: Council Introduces App for Rates Collection

Lobatse Town Council has launched an app in partnership with First National Bank to improve the efficiency of rate collections from property owners.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Airbnb: Deadline is approaching, who faces fines

Property owners in Greece earning from short-term rentals via Airbnb must finalize their rental and income data by February 28 to avoid penalties.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Municipalities Change Property Tax Again. Companies and Owners of Cottages Will Pay More

Czech municipalities are set to increase property taxes affecting both companies and private property owners, including cottage owners.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Conservation property in outback WA to be put on market

The owners of Wooleen Station in Western Australia plan to sell their property after nearly 20 years of conservation efforts.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Uncollected rents: How to avoid tax โ€“ The required documentation

The article discusses the tax implications of uncollected rents for property owners in Greece and the necessary steps to avoid taxation on such income.

Feb 23 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Advance Rent Guarantees Immediate Liquidity for Property Owners

Advance rent is becoming a viable option for Brazilian property owners to gain immediate liquidity from future rental income without selling their properties or relying on banks.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 07:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The law signed by Greg Abbott in Texas that eliminates taxes for charity organization owners

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law that eliminates property taxes for certain charity organization owners, part of an effort by the Republican Party to reduce tax burdens for citizens and businesses.

Feb 22 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sales of Single-House Owners Rise Regardless of Heavy Taxation

In response to the impending expiration of the capital gains tax exemption for multiple homeowners in South Korea, single-house owners are increasingly listing their properties for sale to avoid the anticipated rise in property tax burdens.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

They occupy, the State pays: 21 million for 'Spin Time'

A court ruling has ordered Italy's Ministry of the Interior to pay over 21 million euros to the rightful owners of a property known as Spin Time, which has been occupied since 2013 by artists and intellectuals fighting against eviction.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Looking for a sauna for the weekend, but the owner's message discourages: 'It immediately dampens the desire'

A frustrated user on Reddit criticized rental property owners for not listing prices, causing potential customers to lose interest.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Ombudsman wants an explanation: How can Tax send an incorrect bill of 100,000 kroner?

The Danish Ombudsman is seeking clarification on how property owners in Gentofte were incorrectly charged over 100,000 kroner in additional property tax, as part of an investigation into potential widespread errors by the tax authority.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:00 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‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

COURT โŸฉ The right to use a parking space can be transferred with the consent of other apartment owners

The Estonian Supreme Court ruled that the right to use a parking space registered in the land register can only be transferred with the consent of other apartment owners.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The state registry of tourist homes opens a legal battle between the Government, communities, and homeowners

The implementation of a state registry for tourist homes in Spain has led to a legal conflict involving the government, regional authorities, and property owners.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Rental Housing. Investors Must Forget About Easy Profits

The rental housing market in Poland is seeing increased activity as property owners return, but investors should adjust to a new, less profitable reality.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:03 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‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Million bill for new waste sorting: 'We were forced to raise the fee'

Sweden is set to implement a new EU waste sorting law in 2027 that will shift the burden of costs for waste collection to property owners and housing associations, provoking legal concerns from property owners.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Narrowing margins for properties with short-term rentals

Property owners utilizing short-term rental arrangements in Greece must finalize their financial details for the year 2025 by the end of February to avoid significant tax penalties.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Presidency: The Ministry's Proposal for the Purchase of Property in the Kapฤiamiesฤio Polygon is Especially Generous

The Lithuanian government has proposed generous compensation for property owners affected by the establishment of a military polygon, which has been positively received by officials.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

ENFIA: When will the assessments come out, when do we pay the first installment

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue in Greece is preparing to post the tax assessments for property owners in March, with the first installment due by the end of the month.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The Loneliness of the Condo Owner: More than Half of Italians Demand the Return of Physical Presence of Administrators

A growing discontent among Italian condo owners highlights a crisis in communication and trust with property administrators, prompting calls for their physical presence.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Reduction of ENFIA: The deadline ends today - Five things you need to know

The deadline for applications for reductions in the ENFIA property tax ends today, potentially impacting over one million property owners in Greece.

Feb 16 โ€ข 08:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Condominium Deductions 2026: What Administrators and Condominium Owners Need to Know

As of 2026, Italian condominium administrators must report expenses to the tax agency by March 16 to ensure property owners receive tax deductions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Debtors are prioritized, owners of apartments are hardly protected by the state, readers write

The article discusses the challenges faced by apartment owners in Czechia regarding state-protection policies that favor debtors over landlords.

Feb 15 โ€ข 20:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

See who is exempt from IPTU in Palmas in 2026: more than 30 thousand properties are on the list

The city of Palmas announces exemptions from the IPTU for specific categories of property owners under certain conditions for 2026.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

ENFIA: Deadline Tomorrow for 20% Discount Applications

Property owners in Greece have until tomorrow to apply for a 20% tax reduction on property taxes under new regulations.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Burden for owners: New trouble with property tax

The reform of property tax in Germany raises constitutional concerns, as municipalities may have overstepped their authority in tax assessments.

Feb 14 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'I still haven't finished paying for my car': the anguish of vehicle owners trapped in Multicomercio, where firefighters continue their work

A fire in a commercial building in downtown Guayaquil has led to the evacuation of around 100 families, with property owners expressing distress over their lost homes and vehicles as firefighters continue to manage the situation.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 80 stolen cell phones are recovered by police in Rio Branco; find out how to retrieve them

The Civil Police of Rio Branco has returned 86 stolen or robbed cell phones to their owners as part of an ongoing initiative to recover stolen property.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Chamber of Cassation will decide who investigates the true owners of the estate linked to the AFA

The Chamber of Cassation in Argentina will determine which judge will investigate the actual owners of a property associated with the AFA following a legal complaint.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

This could be the end of property owners' responsibility for snow removal from sidewalks. Complaint to the Constitutional Tribunal

A legal challenge could change the requirement for property owners in Poland to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to their properties.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Supreme Court protects separate premises from demolition

The Supreme Court ruled against the demolition of a building because it served the interests of multiple co-owners.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

IPTU in Campo Grande: clear doubts and understand who should or not pay

The Brazilian court has reaffirmed the suspension of the 2026 Urban Property and Land Tax (IPTU) payment for property owners in Campo Grande whose taxes increased above inflation levels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court reaffirms the suspension of part of the 2026 IPTU in Campo Grande and clarifies who must pay

A Brazilian court has confirmed the suspension of the IPTU 2026 payment for property owners who faced increases exceeding inflation, clarifying which taxpayers are affected.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Who is obligated to clear snow from pedestrian and bicycle paths?

The article discusses the legal responsibilities of property owners in Poland regarding snow and ice removal from adjacent pedestrian and bicycle paths as per the relevant law.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flooding in Taubatรฉ: Properties Affected by Floods Will Receive IPTU Exemption

Taubatรฉ's city government has exempted certain property owners from IPTU due to flooding that displaced over 30 residents.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:44 UTC

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