Germany plans a federal housing company in 2027 to alleviate rental shortages, impacting expats and international residents....
Germany’s housing prices rise despite lower buyer interest as rental demand grows, impacting expat housing options and affordability....
Germany's housing shortage pressures cities; municipalities call for making rural areas more attractive and better connected....
From 2027, German stores and restaurants must offer at least one digital payment option alongside cash, enhancing convenience for expats and consumers....
The EU plans stricter Airbnb regulations to ease housing shortages, affecting rental markets across Europe including Germany....
Germany's building permits for housing rose 15% in H1 2026, marking the strongest growth since 2016 amid housing shortages....
The German Constitutional Court upheld the Heating Law's legislative timeline, impacting expats regarding property heating upgrades and rental changes....
From 2028, Italy's Italo joins Germany's long-distance rail market, increasing competition and changing options for travelers....
Germany's new Gebäudetyp E law aims to simplify building rules, speeding up affordable housing construction....
SPD politicians criticize the government’s proposed federal ban on expropriating major housing companies, citing political and housing market impacts....
