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Economy

Putting a roof over your head in Europe: What price will you pay?

In some European countries, housing may well take almost a quarter of your income, recent data shows.

Business

Property prices getting in the way of Ireland's business with the US

Ireland is home to hundreds of US companies but the rising cost of property is proving to be a complication for business.

Culture news

Freddie Mercury's London home up for sale for over €30 million

The Queen frontman left the eight-bedroom villa and all his possessions to his close friend and ex-girlfriend, Mary Austin.

Economy

UK house prices rise for fourth month running on lower mortgage rates

Northern Ireland saw the highest growth within the UK, where house prices increased by about 5.3% annually.

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Economy

UK homebuying struggle: Deposits hit 105% of average annual income

The price of an average house in the UK increased further in January, at the swiftest rate since October, according to mortgage provider Nationwide.

Economy

Time to buy a house? It might cost double the price

House prices and rents in the EU show significant trends that vary across the country, according to new official data.

Economy

Turkey's home prices so high even central bank governor can't pay rent

"When even the head of the central bank cannot afford rent, what can public servants or minimum wage earners do?" Turkish citizens ask on social media.

Business

Where in Europe will the property market revive in 2024?

The rise of technologies, such as AI, and the solid growth in tourism-related sectors could drive Europe's commercial real estate market next year, while the housing market struggles to get back on its feet and the rental market soars.

Economy

First-time buyers look for long-term loans to get on property ladder

One-fifth of first-time buyers in the UK wanting to get onto the property ladder are taking out mortgages of more than 35 years, according to UK Finance.

Business

House prices continue to rise in Ireland - where's best to buy?

The median price of a home in Ireland stood at €323,000 as of October, according to new figures.

Economy

Here's why repossession looms for pricey property owners

More owners of very expensive property at the top end of the market are being repossessed, according to reports from estate agents around the UK.

Economy

UK house prices rise again after market downturn

UK house prices have risen for the second consecutive month in response to high demand and softening economic conditions.

Economy

UK housing market shows signs of life as prices rise in November

House prices rose in November compared to October but are still cheaper than this time last year, according to a new report.

Economy

Why has Portugal u-turned on tax breaks for foreign residents?

Portugal's parliament has extended tax breaks for foreign residents until the end of next year despite concerns about rising house prices for Portuguese residents. Euronews Business takes a look at why.

Scenes

Meet the volunteers bent on rebuilding communities across Portugal

In partnership with Media City

"I was amazed when I saw 'Just a Change' tackle a very big problem in Portugal." Rundown homes and their occupants are being given much needed tender loving care by the volunteer group which aims to actively involve beneficiaries with repairs and renovations.

Economy

Housing crisis: Portugal will end special tax regime for new residents

To tackle the shortage of affordable housing, the government has decided to end a 10-year tax relief scheme for new residents

Economy

House prices have started falling in Europe but it may not last long

House prices have fallen by 1.7% in the euro area compared to the previous year and by 1.1% in the European Union in the second quarter of 2023, according to Eurostat.

Economy

It's time to buy property in the UK, but there's a catch

With prices falling by more than 5% in the year to September, this could be the moment to invest in real estate.

Design

Tiny house festival in Romania opens new doors to sustainability

Tiny houses are gaining popularity as a cost-effective and time-efficient alternative to rising housing costs, from TikTok trends to real festivals in Romania.

World News

Europe's hottest property markets: Where have prices risen the most?

House prices across Europe have shown some unusual trends since the 1990s. How does your country compare?