According to Nationwide, UK house prices ended 2024 up by 4.7%, with the average home costing £269,426. Despite affordability challenges, the housing market showed resilience, particularly in Northern Ireland and northern England. Looking ahead, 2025 may pose difficulties due to…
Mortgage rates in France may decrease following changes to the European Central Bank’s interest rates, bringing optimistic news for potential buyers. Amélie Seugret, director of the Alpierre agency in Bordeaux, notes that a decline in rates can enhance borrowers’ purchasing…
The Real Estate Committee of the Association of Anonymous Companies and Entrepreneurship (SAEE) has submitted a series of proposals to Greek ministers aimed at revitalizing investment in the real estate market. Key recommendations include granting permanent residence permits for properties…
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp’s lavish mansion in Freshfield, Sefton, has become the most-viewed property listing on Rightmove, reflecting its appeal in the housing market. Priced at £4.25 million, the mock Georgian residence includes luxury amenities like a swimming pool,…
The luxurious mock Georgian mansion once home to former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has hit the market for £4.25 million, quickly becoming the most viewed property on Rightmove. The estate features a swimming pool, bar area, gym, and an additional…
A recent study by ING reveals that nearly one-third of German homeowners are hesitant to retrofit their properties for energy efficiency unless legally required. Despite rising costs of renovations, the price premium for energy-efficient homes has significantly increased. The study…
In the first nine months of 2024, Greece’s property sale taxes exceeded half a billion euros, boosting budget tax revenues by approximately 3 billion euros. The Athens municipality led the transfers, with a total value of 3.048 billion euros for…
In the first nine months of 2024, Greece saw real estate tax revenues surpassing 500 million euros, contributing to a 3 billion euro increase in overall tax revenue. The Athens municipality led with over 4,500 property transfers valued at 383.6…
Major lenders in the UK are increasingly rejecting mortgage applications for homes with spray foam insulation, which poses risks of moisture retention and decay in roof timbers. Around 250,000 homes could be affected, many of which utilized the government’s Green…
