Over the past decade, Europe has witnessed a housing boom with property prices soaring in the most desirable cities. With low interest rates and a strong economy, the market has been a safe haven for investors, especially from countries suffering economic uncertainty. However, this trend has come to an abrupt halt as the coronavirus pandemic … Read more
Landlords must abide by strict legal requirements when it comes to evicting tenants, especially if they are pregnant. Failing to do so can lead to hefty fines and damage their reputation. In a recent case, a landlord in Ireland was forced to pay €13,000 in damages after threatening to evict a pregnant tenant. The case … Read more
Luxembourg landlord Marc Godart, who has evicted tenants and listed their homes on Airbnb, is now himself fighting eviction from a Dublin house he rents. Godart began renting the house in Kilmainham from Dublin couple Irene Hayden and Frank Kavanagh in October 2019. During the pandemic, they allowed him a rent reduction when he said … Read more
For many Australians, the dream of owning their own home is a top priority. However, research shows that this dream comes at a high cost – particularly in cities such as Sydney. In this article, we’ll explore the current state of the housing market in Sydney and the challenges that prospective homeowners face when trying … Read more
The residential construction sector in the U.S. continues to struggle as new home building activity falls for the sixth consecutive month, leaving industry experts to question the future of the housing market. Despite low mortgage rates and steady job growth, factors like a shortage of skilled labor and rising material costs have made it difficult … Read more
Plans for a housing complex in the Ballyphehane area of Cork have been the subject of an appeal to An Bord Pleanála. The proposed development, which would consist of over 200 apartments and houses, has caused controversy in the local community, with concerns about the impact on the surrounding area and the suitability of the … Read more
The UK’s biggest private landlord, Fergus Wilson, has recently hinted that he may be considering selling his property empire. This news has come as a shock to the property market, as Wilson owns a vast number of properties across the South East of England, valued at around £250m. With his controversial reputation, Wilson has been … Read more
Councillors in Kerry are calling for a reduction in the number of social housing developments by approved housing bodies, claiming that they will lead to antisocial behaviour problems, and advocating instead for a mix that includes options to buy. Councillor Bobby O’Connell has called for “no more than 20%” of the new 67-house development at … Read more
As the cost of living continues to soar across the country, UK teachers are feeling the pinch. A recent study has highlighted the impact of soaring rents and living costs on the ability of teachers to make ends meet. Many are struggling to pay bills, with some even facing homelessness or being forced to rely … Read more
The Irish Government’s tenant-in-situ scheme, which aims to protect tenants from eviction by allowing them to buy their homes while they continue to live in them, has come under fire for its lack of resources and detail. Critics argue that the scheme does not provide enough support and funding for tenants to participate effectively, and … Read more