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UK Build-to-Rent Investments Reach Record £2.2B in Q2 2026
UK BTR investment hits £2.2B in Q2 2026, led by North American buyers dominating at 60% of the flow.

Milei's Innovative Initiative Aims to Revitalize Argentina's Mortgage Market
Milei's new public-private plan aims to revive Argentina's mortgage market, boosting local financing with multilateral support.

India's Office Leasing Hits Record 43M Sq Ft in H1 2026, Boosting Global Standing
India's office leasing hits 43 million sq ft in H1 2026, the highest ever, driven by tech and finance demand.
Spain and Portugal Impose New Debt Caps Amid Heated Property Markets
Spain & Portugal tighten debt caps in property markets to curb risks, aiming for stability amid soaring prices. Key investor insights.

Houston's Single-Family Home Prices Drop to $322,045, Lowest Since 2024
Houston's median home price falls to $322K, lowest since 2024, as market cools with homes taking longer to sell.

Real Estate Commissions Steady at 5.70% Post-NAR Settlement, Cotality Survey Finds
Despite NAR settlement, US real estate commissions remain steady at 5.70%, Cotality survey shows, impacting investors and market dynamics.

UK House Prices Rise 0.2% in June, Ending a Three-Month Decline
UK house prices rose 0.2% in June, first increase post-Iran shock, with Northern Ireland leading with 7.4% growth.

Brazil's Selic Rate Decline to 12% by 2026 Promises Boost in Mortgage Affordability
Brazil's Selic rate predicted to drop to 12% by 2026, boosting mortgage affordability and normalizing housing valuations.

Chicago's July Home Prices Projected to Rise 6% Amid Summer Buying Frenzy
Chicago home prices are set to rise 6% this July amid strong summer demand, presenting a competitive market for investors.

Romania's Apartment Sales Surge 16.7% in July Ahead of VAT Hike
Romanian apartment sales rose 16.7% in July 2026 as buyers rushed to purchase before a VAT increase from 19% to 21% on August 1.

US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs to 6.49%, Raising Borrowing Costs
US 30-year mortgage rate jumps to 6.49%, raising homebuyer costs and affecting market trends.

Qatar Real Estate Sales Surge to $147M in Early July Driven by Key Areas
Qatar's real estate sales hit $147M in early July, driven by Doha, Lusail, and The Pearl's activity.
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