Thatcher's Right to Buy split my estate. Now its days could be numbered
Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?
· Bbcnews
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Trump’s first move after midterms? Ensuring future presidents can’t change his Oval Office
US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a proclamation that he says will preserve the Oval Office and Cabinet Room as a national monument, his first official action after his party was swept aside in midterm elections on Tuesday. But the action does not prevent future presidents from restyling the iconic office…
· Associated Press
Nithya Raman wins LA mayoral race, becoming city’s first South Asian mayor
DSA-backed Raman will lead America's second largest city, promising action on homelessness and affordable housing.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Girl, 2, who fell from NYC apartment window was ‘super energetic’ kid who loved to climb: dad
Julia Cante Wilcox-Polanco was fiddling with the accordion divider supporting the window air conditioning unit in her Mott Haven apartment when she fell late Tuesday, landing unconscious in the alleyway.
· Khristina Narizhnaya, Amanda Woods
50 years of shaping the Australian dream
Landcom’s ambition is to make a “positive difference to people’s lives by increasing the supply of housing, the affordability of housing and the diversity of housing”.
· Katie Cunningham
California restaurant closes after 30-year run when landlord surprises them with bad news
The city's real estate boom appears to have claimed another victim.
· Bianca Zalben
Demand surges for new Victorian rental dispute service
Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria was launched to save renters and real estate providers waiting months to resolve disputes before a tribunal, but it now appears to be facing the same issue.
· Jesse Thompson
Regional areas suffer from 'buyer's market with no buyers'
Spring is usually one of the hottest times to sell property, but a housing market slump is affecting regional areas.
· Charmayne Allison
DSA-backed Nithya Raman vows to oust police chief, slash homelessness — but faces hostile City Council
LA Mayor-elect Nithya Raman plans to oust the LAPD chief and cut unsheltered homelessness in half by 2028, despite a hostile City Council.
· Jamie Paige
Coalition pledges $1.3b land sell-off to tackle debt and housing shortfall
Opposition Leader Jess Wilson is promising to sell state land should the Coalition win the election. These are the blocks that would be on the market.
· Angus Delaney, Patrick Hatch
Palestine Action ban appeal enters closed proceedings at UK Supreme Court
Palestine Action ban appeal enters closed proceedings at UK Supreme Court Submitted by Areeb Ullah on Thu, 11/05/2026 - 16:20 Government lawyers claim property damage to arms companies justified designating Palestine Action a terror group Police arrested dozens of people outside the UK Supreme Court on the first day…
· Middleeasteye
Tennessee votes to ban state property taxes — but homeowners’ bills aren’t disappearing
The constitutional amendment reinforces Tennessee's low-tax appeal as the results from Tuesday's midterms keep coming in.
· Emily Fu
Helicopter parents spending thousands for ‘Rent-A-Moms’ to cook, clean for helpless adult kids
Chicken soup? Check. Birthday balloons? Delivered. Laundry? Don't even think about it.
· Andrea Palladino
building restoration faces hurdles
ILOILO CITY — The restoration of heritage buildings along Calle Real in Iloilo City remains hampered by divided property ownership and the high cost of structural repairs, complicating efforts to preserve the historic commercial district.
· Rjay Zuriaga Castor
Abu Dhabi's IHC more than doubles net profit in first nine months of 2026 | The National
Real estate and construction activity continues to support its revenue
· Alvin R Cabral
Emaar Properties reports 5.6% increase in Q3 profit on revenue boost | The National
Revenue backlog and sales from new project launches supported earnings
· Fareed Rahman
Banks are turning cautious on lending, according to the Fed. What it means for the economy
The Fed’s October bank lending survey shows tighter standards for small firms and commercial real estate, while subprime borrowers face tougher credit.
· Hugh Leask
Long-lost $3M Georgia O’Keeffe painting buried in NYC apartment closet for 40 years hits auction block
The groundbreaking abstract art had been hidden under a row of fur coats for nearly 40 years — and has never before been seen by the public.
· Natalie O'Neill
Why more investment is not making housing affordable in Ghana
High costs, limited financing and rising demand keep homes out of reach.
Ayala Land builds resilience as recurring income gains ground
MANILA, Philippines — Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) is fortifying its recurring-income businesses as a stabilizing force amid economic headwinds and a challenging property market, with leasing and hospitality revenues climbing eight percent to P37.8 billion in the first nine months of 2026.
· Arlie O. Calalo
You be the judge: should my wife keep out of our neighbours’ disputes?
Rosie has become co-chair of their apartment block committee, but Marcus thinks she should take a back seat. Whose argument falls flat? You decide• Find out how to get a disagreement settled or become a jurorRosie wants us to be ‘good gentrifiers’, but is getting involved in feuds that go way back Continue reading...
· Georgina Lawton
Data shows essential workers struggling to pay rent
New figures have shown that essential workers, including paramedics and firefighters, are finding it increasingly harder to afford their rent.
Police paying more to rent empty building than cost to buy it: watchdog
Acting police commissioner Brett Pointing apologised on Thursday, and said the scandal would now be reviewed through the police discipline system.
· William Davis, Julius Dennis
Ssangyong E&C eyes W3.6tr in Dubai projects with Wasl
Ssangyong Engineering & Construction has signed a memorandum of understanding with Dubai-based property developer Wasl Group to pursue construction and development projects worth 3.6 trillion won ($2.7 billion) over the next three years. The agreement builds on a partnership dating back to 2017 and expands cooperati…
· Jung Young-seon
NSW man, 72, arrested over fatal stabbing of a woman on rural property
A man remains in hospital under police guard after the fatal stabbing of a woman in her 70s.
· Nakita Jager
Speculation Victorian farm could sell for close to $100 million
A massive property in Victoria’s Western District is set to become the state’s most expensive farm.
· Angus Verley
Retailer's future in doubt as David Jones calls in administrators
Customers are left wondering as the retailer calls in administrators while it struggles to pay its rent.
News Corp posts record profitability in Q1, driven by Dow Jones, real estate, book publishing units
"Our three engines of growth - Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones and Book Publishing - collectively delivered robust results despite volatile economic conditions," Thomson said.
· Alexandra Steigrad
Mother scared to move back into Sydney house targeted in shooting
A home owner whose property was targeted in a shooting says she has been financially and psychologically impacted, with no-one to turn to.
· Shannon Corvo
California voters approve $11.25B housing bond, saddling state with decades of new debt
Written by state lawmakers, the measure aims to provide up to 40,000 multifamily rental units and assist another 40,000 households in buying a home.
· Titus Wu
NYC home invaders in Amazon uniforms zip-tied woman, 89, held son at gunpoint for measly $24
The trio rang the doorbell of the Jerome Park apartment around 11:15 a.m., and the son, 70, opened the door, thinking it was his mother’s boyfriend, according to the sources.
· Joe Marino, Amanda Woods
Florida approves sweeping property-tax breaks — but New Yorkers planning a move face a catch
Florida voters have approved sweeping property-tax breaks that could save homeowners thousands of dollars a year.
· Emily Fu
‘Priced out of parenthood’: Why Dan and Tamaiya had to leave Sydney
The cost of housing is a growing constraint on family sizes across Greater Sydney, according to new research.
· Matt Wade, Bronte Gossling
The WA suburbs where households are most at risk of defaulting on their mortgages
The new data comes following the fifth interest rate hike of the year from 4.6 per cent to 4.85 per cent – the highest in 18 years.
· Holly Thompson
Historic $25B loan fund to rescue cash-strapped California homebuyers is approved —but nobody knows how it works
Proposition 37 will let the California Housing Finance Agency borrow as much as $25 billion from private investors and loan it to middle-class Californians who don’t have the cash for a 20% down payment.
· Sheetal Banchariya
Tourist almost burns down apartment block in Thailand after falling asleep while frying chicken
A Dutch tourist in Pattaya, Thailand, triggered a condo evacuation after falling asleep while frying chicken. No injuries were reported.
· News.com.au
Puerto Princesa showcases investment opportunities at 2026 Investment Forum
THE City Government of Puerto Princesa City presented investment opportunities in tourism, infrastructure, fisheries, real estate and commercial development at the 2026 Puerto Princesa City Investment Forum. The forum featured projects designed to attract private capital and accelerate economic development.
· The Manila Times
Fleabag star offers rent-free flat to new writers
Phoebe Waller-Bridge is donating the accommodation to playwrights from underprivileged backgrounds.
· Bbcnews
Portugal: Housing protesters return to Lisbon square after court ruling
Housing protesters have returned to Lisbon's historic Rossio Square, setting up around 100 tents following a court ruling. The demonstration comes as Portugal's government faces growing pressure over housing.
· AfricaNews
Are foreign property buyers in Spain losing interest in Catalonia?
The number of foreign home buyers in Spain’s northeastern region fell by 9 percent during the first six months of 2026 compared to the same period last year, according to new data from the Notarial Observatory of Catalonia.
· Esme Fox
Our five favourite luxury homes for sale with a rooftop terrace
With city, water, or park views, rooftop terraces also provide a private space for entertaining and relaxing, especially as the weather warms up.
· Shona Hendley
Housing targets threaten ancient woods, campaigners warn
Dozens of individual sites feature planned developments immediately next to woods, the BBC finds.
· Bbcnews
David Jones failed to pay rent for Westfield stores, landlord says
Westfield’s parent company says David Jones is in breach of its tenancy agreement after failing to pay rent last month, as the embattled department store giant reportedly nears administration.
Seoul’s housing relief depends on where you look
President Lee Jae Myung’s remarks Tuesday about falling home prices in parts of Seoul drew skepticism, reflecting a gap between his assessment and what many buyers and renters are seeing in the market. Lee told a Cabinet meeting that transaction prices in key areas were falling “to a surprising degree” and said Sout…
· Park Yuna
David Jones expected to fall into administration after failed 11th hour talks with biggest landlord
Future of 188-year-old department store hangs in balance after no agreement was struck with Westfield owner Scentre GroupGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDavid Jones is poised to fall into administration after 11th-hour talks between its private equity owner and primary landlord broke down,…
· Jonathan Barrett
David Jones on brink of collapse and behind on rent to Westfield
One of David Jones's biggest landlords says the department store his in breach of its rental agreements and has not paid since September.
· David Taylor
Emaar offers Dh15 a share for 100 per cent control of Emaar Development | The National
Dubai property developer plans a voluntary cash offer to acquire up to 100% of shares it does not already own in its Dubai-listed subsidiary
· Shweta Jain
On the edge: David Jones stopped paying rent on major stores
The 188-year-old retailer is facing imminent collapse after crucial negotiations with its landlords failed.
· Colin Kruger, Jessica Yun
Debt fears swirling around state giant shine a light on China’s post-property reality
As concerns over the financial health of a state-owned conglomerate rattled China’s bond market over the past week, analysts said its challenges reflected the lasting toll of the country’s prolonged property crisis, with local governments struggling to find sustainable alternatives beyond real estate to support thei…
· Ji Siqi