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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Investment Returns on Real Estate Have Fallen...

Investment returns from residential properties in Attica are currently lower compared to 2019, according to a recent market analysis.

Mar 23 • 05:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
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 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Empty Spain accumulates 45% of total empty houses: "If we solve housing here, we also solve part of the problem in the cities"

Spain faces a housing crisis, particularly in depopulated areas where 45% of empty houses are located, prompting calls for mobilizing these homes into the rental market.

Mar 21 • 21:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

600,000 rental contracts at risk of "legal insecurity" after Sánchez's decree

The Spanish government's new housing decree, amid a national crisis, is putting 600,000 rental contracts at risk of legal uncertainty.

Mar 20 • 23:06 UTC
🇦🇷 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 • 09:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Get me a 3BHK, take half the rent! A young man's offer while searching for a house in Bengaluru

A frustrated young man in Bengaluru has taken to social media to offer half a month's rent as an incentive for anyone who helps him find a 3BHK apartment in certain localities.

Mar 20 • 08:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Announcing higher rent is unpleasant. But mortgages are pressuring, says the owner of 150 apartments

The article discusses the challenges faced by a landlord in Czechia regarding rental price increases due to rising mortgage pressures.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Renting real estate in Tallinn is beyond many people's means

Renting property in Tallinn is becoming increasingly unaffordable, forcing tenants to make uncomfortable compromises between cost and quality.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Renting a home is less burdensome on the budget than it was years ago, and this also applies to Bratislava

The rental market in Slovakia, particularly in Bratislava, shows signs of improved affordability, despite a critical shortage of rental properties.

Mar 19 • 14:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

They destroyed the apartment, disappeared without paying, and threw the key into the mailbox, describes the investor

An investor recounts a troubling incident where tenants caused damage to an apartment and left mysteriously without paying the rent.

Mar 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

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

Rental prices for apartments in Tallinn have stabilized around an average of €14.5 per square meter, with high competition affecting landlords.

Mar 19 • 05:07 UTC
🇵🇱 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 • 03:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

This is the rental anxiety map: 15% of homes don't last a day on the market

Rental properties in Spain are being leased out at an alarming rate, with 15% of listings disappearing within a day of being posted.

Mar 18 • 21:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SOMETHING NEW ⟩ A House Rising Near the Bus Station Takes the Rental Market to a Whole New Level

Liven is entering the rental market by developing a complex of rental homes at Juhkentali 48, aiming to elevate the standard of rental housing in the area.

Mar 17 • 05:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Two Years of Tensioned Zones in Catalonia: Residential Rental Supply Falls but Temporary Rentals Rocket Beyond Price Caps

The implementation of rental regulations in Catalonia aimed at controlling price increases has led to a decrease in available rental properties and a surge in temporary rental agreements.

Mar 16 • 10:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The alternative to traditional renting that has tax advantages

In the evolving rental market of Buenos Aires, 'loan for use' contracts are emerging as a flexible alternative to traditional rental agreements.

Mar 16 • 09:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Two years of rental regulation: contained prices but more seasonal renting

Catalonia's rental regulation has kept prices stable but increased the number of short-term rental agreements.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The most popular rental apartments in Latvia are one- and two-room apartments; the price is 300-500 euros excluding utilities

Rental costs for one- and two-room apartments in Latvia are on the rise due to increased demand and limited supply.

Mar 16 • 02:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Oslo's rental market is at an important turning point

Oslo's rental market is starting to recover as rental prices stabilize after a significant decline due to rising interest rates and the sale of rental properties.

Mar 14 • 15:43 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 07:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Between Housing Price Stability and Housing Stability

Recent signs indicate a potential downturn in housing prices in Seoul, driven by strong government policies aimed at stabilizing the market.

Mar 12 • 20:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

There is no shortage of rental apartments, rents are not rising

According to expert Marek Wielgo, the rental market in Poland is experiencing an increase in available apartments while rents remain stable.

Mar 12 • 12:52 UTC
🇨🇦 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 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Renters Are Not Interested in Vantaa

Demand for rental apartments in the greater Helsinki area has varied, with significant decreases noted in Vantaa during early 2023.

Mar 10 • 19:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost to rent a two and three-room apartment and how much has it increased in the last month

Rental prices for two and three-room apartments in Buenos Aires are rising at a rate greater than inflation, with significant increases observed over the past month.

Mar 10 • 10:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

People Want to Move Here Now – The Ranking of One Area Surprises

Demand for rental apartments has fluctuated in Finland's capital region, with Espoo experiencing a notable increase in housing searches, while Vantaa saw a significant decline.

Mar 10 • 07:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Theater Association Markt Schwaben: 'Young Stage Futura' presents a turbulent comedy

The young theater group 'Futura' from Markt Schwaben is set to present the comedy 'Dead Women Don't Drink,' featuring a ghost as a roommate in a spooky rental market.

Mar 9 • 16:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Commercial Property: Profit or Investment Trap, Know These Truths Before Investing Your Money

The article discusses the potential benefits and risks associated with investing in commercial real estate vs. residential properties, highlighting the importance of understanding the market before making such investments.

Mar 9 • 10:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The yields of investment apartments are falling. Previously attractive locations are no longer an option

Investment apartments in the Czech market are experiencing declining rental yields due to rising real estate prices and higher housing loan costs.

Mar 7 • 17:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the cost of renting a parking space in Caballito in March 2026?

The article discusses the growing market for renting parking spaces in Buenos Aires, particularly in the Caballito neighborhood, highlighting the factors affecting rental prices.

Mar 5 • 09:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Flexible Offices are Gaining Strength in Poland. Companies are Increasingly Choosing Flexible Rentals

The flexible office market in Poland is rapidly expanding as companies increasingly opt for flexible rental options.

Mar 5 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Harles Tammeleht: The state has created a data gap in the accommodation market

Harles Tammeleht highlights a growing data gap in Estonia's accommodation market, particularly with the rise of short-term rental services that aren't as well-regulated as traditional hotels.

Mar 4 • 07:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Heimstaden Fund Decreased PRS Portfolio in Poland

Heimstaden, a European player in the PRS market, reported improved operational results for its Polish portfolio but also indicated a reduction in that portfolio due to individual property sales.

Mar 4 • 07:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Students face 'overwhelming' fear of trying to rent in 'scary' housing market for first time

A new report reveals high levels of anxiety and fear among students and young workers in the UK regarding entering the rental market for the first time due to a lack of financial education.

Mar 3 • 18:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The rent for a two-room apartment is almost costing $800,000 per month in CABA and the gap with three rooms is growing ever larger

In Buenos Aires, rental prices are rising faster than inflation, with two-room apartments nearing $800,000 per month and three-room apartments surpassing $1 million.

Mar 2 • 21:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Housing Market: Why Hamburg's 'Rent Observer' has not worked so far

Hamburg's Rent Observer tool has failed to address excessive rent complaints effectively despite intentions from the government to tackle rental fraud.

Mar 2 • 16:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: It Should Be Easier for Those Looking for an Apartment

The article discusses the rising rental prices in German cities and the German government's efforts to improve tenant rights amidst a challenging housing market.

Mar 2 • 16:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Why the rental market behaves differently than we think

In Poland, rental prices are rising faster than wages, making it increasingly difficult to find rental housing, even as developers deliver record numbers of units.

Mar 2 • 10:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tens of Thousands of Finns Are Now Making a Decision That an Expert Criticizes Severely

Tens of thousands of Finns are currently engaging in short-term rental solutions due to difficulties selling their properties, which has been met with skepticism from real estate experts.

Mar 2 • 08:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
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 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rent skyrockets in the Faria Lima region of SP, leaving Ipanema behind; see ranking

Rent prices in São Paulo have surged past R$ 100 per square meter, leading to a significant shift in the ranking of high-end neighborhoods in Brazil.

Feb 27 • 17:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Neither Hollywood nor Santa Monica: which is the cheapest city to rent in Los Angeles County

A recent report identifies San Bernardino as the most affordable city for renting in Los Angeles County, with average monthly rents below $1500.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Are houses being built only for the rich? Where will the middle class build their homes?

The Indian real estate market is increasingly focusing on luxury housing, leaving the middle class struggling to find affordable homes as prices surge.

Feb 27 • 07:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

When to Look for Rent? At the End of the Year, You Can Negotiate Discounts, Spring and Summer Are Difficult

The article discusses the optimal times to search for rental properties, emphasizing potential discounts at the end of the year and the challenges associated with spring and summer.

Feb 27 • 04:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rental inflation, IGP-M falls by 0.73% in February and broadens deflation; see what changes

The IGP-M index, a key reference for rental contracts in Brazil, decreased by 0.73% in February, leading to broader deflation, but renters may not see immediate reductions in their rental prices.

Feb 26 • 17:30 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 14:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Expensive or Cheap Rent?: The 3-Step Formula to Know If What You Pay for Your Home Is a Fair Price

The article discusses a new approach to determine fair rental prices in Buenos Aires following the deregulation of the rental market.

Feb 26 • 12:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cap on rents and housing challenges in Mexico City

The imposition of a rent cap in Mexico City introduces new challenges for housing affordability and market investment, while highlighting deep-seated issues in the informal rental sector.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Thousands of holiday apartments are disappearing from the Spanish market. Brussels intervenes

The European Commission questions Spain's unified register of properties for tourist rental, leading to the removal of tens of thousands of properties deemed illegal or non-compliant.

Feb 26 • 08:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Polish on Their Own or on Someone Else's: How Do We Want to Live?

The article discusses the trends in property ownership and rental in Poland, highlighting a potential increase in the preference for renting over ownership by 2040.

Feb 26 • 07:37 UTC

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