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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The speculative fever in Madrid reaches the storage room, the minimum expression of the property market

The demand for storage spaces in Madrid has surged by 68% in five years due to smaller apartments and rising rental prices.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Spain concentrates almost one in ten of the homes missing in the European Union

Spain faces a significant housing deficit, accounting for around 700,000 of the 10 million homes needed across the EU.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After Multi-Property Regulation, Treatment for the Educational Challenge

The article discusses the need for President Lee Jae-myung to address the educational crisis in South Korea following his firm stance on real estate policy reforms.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Faced with the real estate crisis, developer Altarea aims to become a champion of data centers

French developer Altarea is entering the data center industry through a partnership with Vantage Data Centers, targeting the construction of 15 facilities by 2030.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

January downturn for new homes

The new housing market in Norway has experienced a significant downturn with a 31 percent drop in sales, marking January 2026 as the weakest month for new homes since 2010.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mumbai Becoming an 'Exit City' with Millions in Debt and Box of Matches!

Real estate prices in Mumbai are driving single professionals to leave the city due to high living costs and a shortage of affordable housing.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Real Estate: Buying a House or Renting? What Is Worth It in 30 Years [guide, tables]

The article discusses the economic implications of choosing between buying a house and renting in Greece, especially in the context of a housing crisis.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Czech Republic Faces Record Decline in Building Permits

Czech building authorities issued 61,613 permits in 2022, a reduction of about 10,500 from the previous year, indicating a concerning trend in construction activity.

Feb 15 โ€ข 09:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Housing at 7,000 euros per square meter in a new neighborhood on the outskirts of Madrid? Developers find a gold mine in Los Berrocales

The property market in Los Berrocales, a developing neighborhood near Madrid, shows exorbitant prices amid a housing shortage in the capital.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Correios sell only 3 of 12 properties in first auction of the rescue plan

In their first real estate auction aimed at raising funds, Brazil's postal service, Correios, sold only 3 out of 12 properties offered for sale.

Feb 13 โ€ข 21:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alpha Bank: Why Greece, with high rates of investment in real estate and homeownership, is facing a housing crisis

A new study by Alpha Bank reveals the paradox of Greece's housing crisis despite its high investment in real estate and homeownership rates.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Divorces: How and Why They Inflate the Housing Crisis

Divorce rates in Greece are rising sharply, contributing to the ongoing housing crisis by increasing demand for housing as households split up.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

China Restless... Open Development's Flaws, Companies are Deteriorating Rapidly, It's a Game in Five Years!

China's real estate sector is facing a severe crisis with plummeting property prices, dwindling sales, and increasing debt among developers, leading to significant economic challenges.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mugunghwa Trust's 150 billion won deficit spreads across the industry... Dramatic increase in net losses for 14 real estate trusts

A controversy surrounding a 150 billion won loan deficit involving Mugunghwa Trust is escalating within the securities and private equity sectors in South Korea.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Former President Moon Jae-in Acknowledges Failure of Real Estate Policy... Mentions 'A Painful Finger' Again

Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in admitted to the failure of his administration's real estate policies during a discussion on a YouTube channel.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The total number of tourist apartments fell by 12.4% in the last year, the highest reduction in five years

The number of tourist apartments in Spain has decreased by 12.4% over the past year, marking the largest decline in five years according to the National Institute of Statistics.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Growing older in a rental apartment: 'I will extend my working life to earn a higher pension, but I will have to move to a town. This is going to explode'

The real estate crisis forces more people over 45 to live in rental housing, creating insecurity about their future.

Feb 7 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

In crisis, Correios put properties up for sale across the country and expect to raise up to R$ 1.5 billion

Facing a financial crisis, Correios has announced plans to sell its properties across Brazil as part of a restructuring effort, aiming to raise up to R$ 1.5 billion by December.

Feb 6 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

End of index rents? These are the consequences of the planned cap

The proposed legislation aims to cap rent increases associated with index rent contracts that became popular during the energy crisis, raising concerns and preparations for property owners due to its mixed implications.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

France's housing crisis: Who can afford to live in Paris?

The article examines the ongoing housing crisis in Paris and elsewhere in France, focusing on the challenges faced by residents in affording housing.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Crime & Justice

Epstein tried to reform his 'islands of horrors' with a Murcian architect

Jeffrey Epstein sought to refresh the image of his private islands by collaborating with a prestigious Spanish architectural firm and explored real estate investments in Spain during the crisis.

Feb 4 โ€ข 03:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The new emigrants leaving the Balearic Islands because they can't afford a house: "I passed a civil service exam and couldn't take my post...they're kicking us out"

The article discusses the plight of individuals in the Balearic Islands who are being forced to leave their homes due to skyrocketing housing prices, highlighting personal stories of those impacted.

Feb 3 โ€ข 21:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Public Protection Jets

A controversial list of individuals who received housing from the first promotion of protected housing in Alicante in two decades includes local politicians and influential public figures amid a housing crisis.

Feb 3 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Investment: First open real estate fund frozen since the financial crisis

For the first time since the financial crisis, an open real estate fund has been frozen, disrupting the expected ability for investors to redeem their shares at any time due to newly tightened regulations that require prior notice for cancellations.

Jan 16 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The crisis of premium car brands pushes them towards luxury real estate

Premium car brands are facing significant challenges, with Mercedes and Porsche reporting substantial losses and declines in sales due to increased tariffs and competition, prompting them to explore new revenue sources in luxury real estate.

Jan 16 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Vicente Vallรฉs on the confrontation between PSOE and Sumar over housing: 'Both government parties are in a save yourself if you can'

Vicente Vallรฉs discusses the conflict between PSOE and Sumar regarding a housing initiative, highlighting their internal struggle while dealing with the electoral implications of the ongoing real estate market crisis.

Jan 15 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Vultures of Margarita Island

In a tale of opportunism, real estate investors are seeking to capitalize on the tragedy of millions fleeing their homes in Venezuela, exemplified by a buyer announcing a cash purchase of a mansion near Caracas.

Jan 15 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Without living room, without kitchen, and soon without bathroom

The article discusses the ongoing housing crisis, highlighting the impact of real estate speculation on domestic spaces.

Jan 11 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Crime & Justice

Investment Mistakes: Bayerische Versorgungskammer Loses 690 Million Euros

The Bayerische Versorgungskammer (BVK) faces a crisis after losing nearly 700 million euros in failed investments in US real estate projects, leading to significant reputational damage and impending scrutiny.

Jan 11 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Barring Investors Wonโ€™t Fix the Housing Crisis

The article argues that excluding investors from the housing market will not resolve the ongoing housing crisis.

Jan 8 โ€ข 19:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Investment: Converting Wage Tax into Your Own Property

Germany is facing a severe real estate crisis with significantly fewer homes being built than needed, attributed to soaring construction prices and a substantial increase in property values since 2008.

Jan 7 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

What Changes This Year in Real Estate: Who Really Wins in 2026

The new year brings a new tax regime for real estate effective January 1, 2026, aimed at addressing the housing crisis, with larger landowners benefiting most from the tax reductions.

Jan 2 โ€ข 15:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Battle with the housing crisis, will more affordable apartments arrive in 2026: 'A problem has been noticed in Croatia'

Croatia is facing a housing crisis alongside the rest of Europe, prompting attempts to tackle the issue through national housing policies and legislative measures, including a tax on real estate.

Jan 1 โ€ข 21:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

A cap on deals like 'apartment for sale with Airbnb': The license is not transferable

New regulations are being implemented to limit the sale of properties associated with Airbnb listings, particularly in areas facing significant housing pressure in Athens and Thessaloniki.

Dec 30 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

The Price of Interventionism

The Spanish government's housing law and official interventionism have worsened the housing crisis, creating high demand, low supply, and skyrocketing prices.

Dec 30 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

More housing crisis: 2026 will bring new increases in rental and purchase prices

The real estate sector is booming, with housing prices at a record high and property sales expected to make 2025 the best year since 2007, while many people struggle to afford rents and save for home purchases.

Dec 28 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Finances: Municipality sells playground - due to financial distress

The municipality of Neuried plans to sell a playground to convert it into building land, with the mayor acknowledging the backlash but emphasizing the need for urgent funds to address their financial issues.

Dec 28 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

The major housing conflicts of 2025: from security deposits to the ex occupying the house

Major housing conflicts in 2025 will involve issues from security deposits to ex-partners occupying homes, with buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, and community associations experiencing high tension due to rising prices and limited supply.

Dec 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC

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