Category: Regulation

A growing trend in British Columbia’s real estate market is reshaping how large development projects are financed. Real estate development trusts (REDTs) are enabling smaller investors to participate directly in funding major urban towers and mixed-use projects traditionally the domain of institutional investors. This emerging investment vehicle offers attractive returns but also introduces distinct risks…

After a prolonged five-year probe, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has dropped criminal charges against Jay Kanth Chaudhary, a British Columbia mortgage broker accused of orchestrating a sprawling $500 million mortgage fraud scheme. The decision, attributed to an unspecified “technicality,” leaves many questions unanswered about regulatory oversight and enforcement gaps in B.C.’s real estate sector….

British nationals seeking to purchase property in Spain could soon face a staggering financial obstacle, as the Spanish government considers new legislation that would impose a 100% tax on non-EU property buyers. The move, if passed, would effectively double the cost of buying a home in Spain for UK citizens and other non-European Union residents….

In April 2025, HM Treasury (HMT) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched a significant consultation aimed at reforming the UK’s regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs). This initiative marks the UK’s strategic divergence from the EU’s AIFMD II, with a focus on reducing regulatory burdens, supporting growth, and maintaining core protections for…

Over the past five years, house prices in predominantly rural areas have grown by 23%, outpacing the 18% rise in urban areas, according to Nationwide. Semi-rural areas also saw strong growth (22%). The standout performers were rural terraced and semi-detached properties, both increasing by 25%, while urban flats lagged behind with just 6% growth. The…

Housing has become one of the top financial concerns worldwide, with homeownership slipping further out of reach for the middle and working classes. In the U.S., over a third of Americans spend more than 30% of their income on housing, and the situation is similarly dire across the globe. Cities like Sydney, Los Angeles, and…

In a dramatic turn for environmental enforcement, unannounced sewage inspections are sweeping across Poland in 2025. Authorities are targeting homes not connected to municipal systems, instead using septic tanks or home treatment units and they’re not coming with warning. Inspectors are checking for two things: No paperwork? Expect fines up to PLN 5,000, forced system…

In Bermuda, real estate isn’t just business, it’s a balancing act. With only 21 square miles of land, corporate acquisitions are tightly regulated to protect the island’s limited space, unique culture, and social equity. The Government walks a fine line: welcoming international investment while fiercely guarding its environment and housing access. Who Gets to Own…

The UAE’s property market kicked off 2025 with a bang, recording a jaw-dropping AED 239 billion ($65 billion) in real estate transactions across five emirates in Q1 alone. Leading the charge? Dubai, with a record-breaking AED 193 billion ($52.6 billion), confirming its place as a global real estate powerhouse. With over 94,700 deals closed between…

City Immobilienmakler Langenhagen didn’t just ride the real estate wave they made it. In one of Germany’s most sought-after suburban markets, this powerhouse agency turned market shifts into major wins, redefining what success looks like in Langenhagen’s property scene. Why 2024 Was Their Breakout Year Massive Market Reach Targeting young professionals and families fleeing Hanover’s…