[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.
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.
President Yoon: It will be more advantageous for even single homeowners for investment and speculation to sell rather than hold.
President Yoon has proposed policies aimed at making it more beneficial for single homeowners who are engaged in investment or speculation to sell their properties instead of holding onto them.
February Public Officials' Asset Disclosure: Lee Han-joo's 7.6 billion Asset Leads Current Officials
Lee Han-joo, chair of the Economic and Social Research Committee, reported assets worth 7.6 billion won, making him the wealthiest among current officials in the February asset disclosure.
Han Byeong-do: "We will establish full measures to prevent speculative forces from gaining a foothold in rural areas"
Democratic Party leader Han Byeong-do announced plans to implement measures in collaboration with the government to prevent real estate speculation in rural Korea, particularly regarding agricultural land that is not being farmed.
President Yoon: "Even fields in mountain valleys cost 200,000 to 300,000 won... expanding the target of real estate speculation"
President Yoon has directed the government to prepare measures to address the issue of expensive farmland, stating that real estate speculation targets must be expanded from housing to agricultural land.
"Homeowners are Terrified" - Homes for Sale with Reduced Prices Flooding Seoul
In response to government measures aimed at curbing real estate speculation, property prices in Seoul are falling significantly, leading to a buyer's market.
National Tax Service begins tax investigations on cyber bullies and real estate YouTubers promoting speculation
South Korea's National Tax Service is initiating tax investigations against YouTubers accused of spreading unethical content and false information, particularly those promoting tax evasion and real estate speculation.
Ravalear, the tragedy of real estate speculation in the Raval of Barcelona told through personal stories
The article discusses the impact of real estate speculation in Barcelona's Raval neighborhood as experienced by local residents.
‘Ravalear’ takes to the Berlinale the real estate looting and the closure of family businesses in Barcelona
The show 'Ravalear', inspired by the eviction of his family’s restaurant, sheds light on real estate speculation and its impact on family-run businesses in Barcelona, making its debut at the Berlinale.
President Yoon's approval rating rises to 56.5% for three consecutive weeks in response to 'strong stance against multiple housing speculation'
President Yoon's approval rating has risen to 56.5%, marking three weeks of consecutive increases, attributed to his strong stance against real estate speculation.
President Yoon aims at real estate sentiment ahead of the Lunar New Year: 'No more benefits for speculative multi-homeowners'
President Yoon Seok-yeol is preparing to limit financial benefits for homeowners with multiple properties as he addresses public concern over real estate speculation ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays.
Choi Dong-seok: 'The Trust for High-ranking Officials' Real Estate is Practically Difficult'
Choi Dong-seok from the Ministry of Personnel Management has expressed that implementing a blind trust system for real estate owned by high-ranking officials is practically challenging, even as proposals for stricter regulations arise amid ongoing concerns over real estate speculation.
Han Byung-do: 'We will eradicate national disaster-level speculation in real estate'
Han Byung-do, leader of the Democratic Party, announced their commitment to eradicate rampant real estate speculation in South Korea by proposing the establishment of a real estate supervisory body.
President Lee's Approval Rating at 55.8%..."Effects of Real Estate Regulation on Multiple Homeowners" [Realmeter]
President Lee Jae-myung's approval rating rose to 55.8%, attributed to effective regulation of real estate speculation and economic recovery measures.
"Are you saying I should live in the presidential residence for life?"... The Democratic Party rebuts the demand from the People Power Party for the president to sell his house
The Democratic Party of Korea rebuts the People Power Party's demands for President Yoon Seok-youl to sell his house in light of his anti-speculation campaign.
The Agro Real Estate Industry Reckoning: Why Africa Must Choose Structure Over Speculation, or Face a Massive Capital Collapse loss of over N1trillion – AAREDS 2026
The article discusses the need for Africa to prioritize structured development in the agro real estate sector to avoid significant financial losses and ensure food security and economic growth.
Inevitable Property Tax Surgery, Before It's Too Late [Je Jeong-im's Beacon]
The article discusses President Lee Jae-myung's contradictory statements on property taxation and the enduring issue of speculative real estate in South Korea amid calls for more effective measures.
President Lee: 'Switching to one solid home?... It’s better not to do it if it’s not for residential use'
President Lee expressed that buying real estate for speculation rather than for residence isn't beneficial, amidst rising demand for single high-value homes near the end of the tax relief for multi-homeowners.
‘More than two houses’ Blue House staff list unoccupied properties for sale
Five members of the Blue House staff, who own more than two houses, have confirmed that they are listing unoccupied properties for sale amidst President Lee Jae-myung's ongoing campaign against speculation and pressure on multi-homeowners to reduce excess holdings.
Han Byeong-do: 'We will use all policy means to correct real estate speculation'
Han Byeong-do, the Democratic Party's floor leader, promised to mobilize all available policy tools to rectify real estate speculation, which he claims has worsened income inequality and social polarization in South Korea.
Citizens' Coalition: The Lee Jae-myung Administration's Real Estate Policy is Hypocritical... Advisers Should Be Required to Dispose of Properties First
The Citizens' Coalition for Economic Justice criticized the Lee Jae-myung government's real estate policies, claiming that officials need to sell properties held for speculation to demonstrate genuine commitment to curbing real estate speculation.
President Yoon: There is no reason to make empty remarks… If we overcome internal strife, can’t we tackle real estate speculation?
President Yoon reiterated his commitment to combat real estate speculation in South Korea, emphasizing the importance of addressing this issue for the welfare of the nation's youth and its economy.
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.
Expensive Homes: Why Trump is Promoting a Democrats' Real Estate Project
President Trump is advocating for affordable housing for Americans by proposing a ban on institutional investors purchasing more homes, responding to demands from progressive Democrats against real estate speculation.