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Budapest Real Estate Market 2025: Construction Slows While Building Permits Surge
The Budapest real estate market in 2025 shows a mixed picture. While new housing completions have fallen to a ten-year low, building permits across Hungary — especially in Budapest — have increased sharply, signaling potential growth in the new build apartment sector. According to the Central Statistical Office (KSH), 12,062 new homes were completed in […]
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Free Otthon Start Expo. January 17 2026
If you’re planning to buy your first home and considering the Otthon Start program—but still have more questions than answers—the Otthon Start Expo is designed with you in mind. This free event brings together industry experts who will provide clear, practical guidance to help first-time buyers make informed decisions. Here’s what visitors can expect. The […]
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Budapest Housing Market Surges After Otthon Start Program Launch
The Otthon Start Program, introduced on September 1st, has given a strong boost to the Budapest property market. According to ingatlan.com, interest in apartments for sale in the capital has jumped by 53 percent compared to last year, with demand more than doubling since the summer. The strongest growth was seen in the 50–100 million […]
Posted: 10th September 2025
Categories: Finance
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Otthon Start’s Effect on Budapest Real Estate Prices
The new Otthon Start Program (3 % state loan for first-time buyers) has not pushed up prices sharply in Budapest. The real challenge is finding eligible homes, not rising prices. (Source: Index.hu, August 28, 2025)
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Hungary removes real estate option from Golden Visa program
Hungary has announced significant changes to its Golden Visa program, removing the real estate investment option set to take effect on January 1, 2025. This decision represents a noteworthy shift in the country’s strategy for attracting foreign investment through residency schemes. Previously, foreign investors could secure residency by purchasing qualifying real estate in Hungary, making […]
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Daily News Hungary: Budapest market soars 11.8% in 2024, moderate pace predicted in 2025
According to Daily News Hungary, Budapest’s real estate market has experienced an 11.8% price surge over the past year, with average prices now exceeding HUF 1 million (EUR 2,417) per square metre. Resale properties in the city typically cost HUF 1.12 million (EUR 2,707) per square metre, while new builds in prime locations, such as […]
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BBJ: Hungary’s real estate players anticipate busier 2025, particularly in Budapest
According to the Budapest Business Journal (BBJ), investment activity in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is expected to grow significantly, with volumes projected to reach €10 billion in 2025, supported by anticipated ECB (European Central Bank) interest rate cuts and stable yield levels. In Hungary, the Budapest office market is facing challenges, with the vacancy […]
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Airbnb rentals will be completely prohibited in Budapest’s 6th District.
Starting January 1st, 2026, short-term Airbnb rentals will be completely prohibited in Budapest’s 6th District. This decision was made following a binding vote by local residents, supported by the National Assembly.
Posted: 30th September 2024
Categories: AIRBnB
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Latest Housing Price Index
Discover the ever-changing face of the housing market through the lens of the latest housing price index data. The past month has seen some exciting shifts in real estate, triggered by a nationwide drop in property prices. What’s even more interesting is the growing interest among people in owning their own space, hinting at a […]
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Italy to seize $835m from Airbnb in tax evasion inquiry
An Italian court has ordered the seizure of €779.5 million in funds from the popular short-term rental platform, Airbnb, citing allegations of tax evasion. According to prosecutors, Airbnb neglected to collect taxes from property owners on approximately €3.7 billion in rental earnings. In Italy, landlords are obligated to pay a 21% tax on their rental […]
Posted: 7th November 2023
Categories: AIRBnB
Finance
Property
Short Term Rentals
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