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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Illegal Purchase of Housing using Business Loans Uncovered at 58.8 Billion Won... 'Focusing Inspections on the Three Districts of Gangnam'

Financial authorities in South Korea have uncovered significant illegal use of business loans for purchasing residential properties, prompting focused inspections in the Gangnam area.

Mar 23 • 09:17 UTC
🇬🇷 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
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The End of Making Money on Apartments? The Left is Preparing a New Tax

The Polish Left party is proposing a new housing tax that will tax the value of residential properties, moving away from traditional property taxes.

Mar 20 • 15:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Apartment in a prime location will defend itself by demand. There are also gems

Investing in rental properties in resorts requires careful consideration due to new EU regulations that will restrict short-term rentals in residential buildings.

Mar 18 • 04:06 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
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario city uses strong mayor powers to block four units as-of-right

A Markham mayor has exercised new strong mayor powers to veto a planning decision allowing four residential units on properties, citing concerns about infrastructure stress.

Mar 12 • 22:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Housing Plan, starting from 950 million

The Italian government's new housing plan, which could be approved in a cabinet meeting today, aims to address the housing emergency by allocating 950 million euros for the rehabilitation of unused public residential properties.

Mar 10 • 05:07 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
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Two suspects arrested for stealing valuables worth over 120 million won in Gangnam residential areas

Two men have been arrested in Seoul for stealing cash and valuables totaling over 120 million won from residential properties in the Gangnam district.

Mar 9 • 06:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall initiates land regularization of 800 houses in a neighborhood of Feira de Santana

The City Hall of Feira de Santana has commenced land regularization for approximately 800 residential properties in the Campo do Gado Novo neighborhood.

Mar 5 • 21:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ex Boca Sports City: IRSA sold another lot and has raised nearly US$90 million

IRSA has raised nearly US$90 million through the sales of properties in a new residential project on the site of the former Boca Juniors Sports City.

Mar 5 • 09:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Málaga Prosecutor's Office focuses on 'mobile homes'

The Málaga Prosecutor's Office is investigating the rise of mobile homes in rural areas, which are often installed illegally as residential properties.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation identifies 40 illegal water connections in Casimiro de Abreu

An operation by the Águas de Casimiro utility revealed 40 illegal water connections in residential properties in Casimiro de Abreu, Brazil, leading to the cutting off of water supply to these properties.

Feb 26 • 17:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They ask to bring the L'abbate clan to trial for the mega case involving the multimillion-dollar fraud with the sale of "off-plan" apartments

The Argentine prosecution has requested the trial of the L'abbate clan for their alleged involvement in a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme related to the sale of unfinished residential properties.

Feb 25 • 20:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

More than 650 aircraft and runways in the streets: the community in the U.S. where most residents own airplanes

A unique community in Florida, Spruce Creek, features residential homes integrated with aviation, allowing residents to own and operate their own aircraft directly from their properties.

Feb 25 • 15:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New garbage collection fee starts in Cabo Frio and changes calculations for residential and commercial properties

A new garbage collection fee has been implemented in Cabo Frio, Brazil, prompting discussions among residents regarding its calculation based on property type and estimated waste generation.

Feb 23 • 19:06 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

House is burning down in Risør

A single-family home in Risør, Norway, is engulfed in flames with emergency services on the scene to secure nearby properties and vehicles.

Feb 19 • 17:51 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

New real estate fiber arrives in Mexico with an investment of 10 billion pesos

Fibra Park Life has launched operations in Mexico, announcing a significant investment plan of 10 billion pesos to develop residential rental properties over the next three years.

Feb 18 • 19:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Residents 'embarrassed' by WA town as buyback scheme ends

The buyback scheme for residential properties in Port Hedland's West End has concluded, leaving the area’s future uncertain and residents feeling embarrassed about the town's state.

Feb 11 • 21:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Varma sells all its residential properties to Lumo

Finnish pension insurance company Varma is selling all of its residential properties to Lumo Kodit Oy for approximately 900 million euros, while increasing its stake in Kojamo, Lumo's parent company.

Feb 10 • 19:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Varma Pension Company sells its residential properties to Lumo

Varma Pension Company is selling all its residential properties to Lumo Kodit Oy for approximately 900 million euros.

Feb 10 • 19:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Are Offices Disappearing? Over One Million Square Meters are Transforming into Homes and Hotels in Three Years

In Spain, over one million square meters of office space have been converted into residential and hotel properties in response to changing work patterns post-pandemic.

Feb 10 • 04:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Fire service prevents disaster in Gombe, salvages residential flat

The Federal Fire Service in Gombe State successfully contained a fire outbreak, preventing extensive damage to nearby properties and saving an estimated ₦20 million in value.

Feb 7 • 19:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parque das Artes confirms the appreciation of horizontal condominiums

A report highlights that the appreciation of horizontal condominiums is significant in Brazil, with residential properties yielding a total return of 19.1% per year in 2024.

Feb 6 • 15:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

APN received 4100 applications from first-time property owners. This is the average amount of support

The APN has received 4,138 applications for tax refunds related to the purchase or construction of first residential properties, with 2,776 applications approved so far totaling €21.4 million.

Feb 4 • 14:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

3560 requests for tax refunds for the first property

The Agency for Legal Traffic and Real Estate Mediation has received a total of 3,560 requests for tax refunds related to the purchase or construction of first residential properties, with 2,340 approved so far, according to the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, and State Property.

Jan 7 • 18:18 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Fines from 250 to 1300 euros for co-owners who do not clear snow around buildings

Co-owners of multi-residential buildings are obligated to clear snow around their properties, facing fines ranging from 250 euros for individuals to 1300 euros for legal entities if they fail to comply.

Jan 7 • 11:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Home Renovation with Subsidy up to 90%: Who is Eligible for up to €36,000

A new home renovation program in Greece offers subsidies of up to 90% for 750,000 vacant properties to improve the residential stock and address housing issues.

Jan 3 • 12:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Residential and hotels will sweep among large investors in 2026

In 2026, major investors are expected to heavily invest in residential and hotel properties, with student housing and home development also attracting significant interest, continuing the trend of record-high real estate investment.

Dec 27 • 04:15 UTC

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