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NZ House Price Crash: Could It Happen in the UK?

New Zealand's house prices are in a dramatic freefall, dropping over 15% from their peak. We analyse the global economic forces behind the crash and what it means for property markets worldwide, including the UK.

Vulnerable at risk as UK housing support slashed

Charities sound the alarm as government cuts to housing vouchers and soaring rents threaten to leave thousands of vulnerable Britons, including families and the elderly, without a home. A perfect storm of policy failure and economic pressure is pushing th

Family's £275k new-build home has 150+ defects

A young family's dream of homeownership has turned into a financial and emotional nightmare after their brand new £275,000 property was found to be riddled with over 150 severe defects, rendering it unsafe to live in.

Over 500,000 New Homes Blocked by English Councils

A damning new report uncovers that local councils in England have rejected plans for more than 500,000 new homes in the last five years, severely exacerbating the national housing shortage and pricing out a generation.

Amsterdam's Squatter Wars: Property Battle Erupts

A fierce conflict is raging on the streets of Amsterdam as Dutch homeowners and squatters clash over a controversial new law. Discover how the city's housing crisis has escalated into open confrontation.

US Home Prices Crash: Sellers Slash Prices in Major Cities

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in property price reductions across the United States, with nearly half of all cities experiencing significant declines. Sellers are forced to make steep cuts as high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty cool

Inside Britain's Most Notorious Council Estate

An exclusive look inside the Ferrier Estate in Greenwich, a symbol of failed urban planning now being demolished. Discover the shocking conditions residents endured for decades.

NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'

NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.

Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home

A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.

Bethel Residents Clash Over Affordable Housing Development

A fierce dispute erupts in Bethel, Connecticut, as locals oppose a 60-unit affordable housing development, citing environmental and infrastructure concerns while developers argue it addresses a critical housing shortage.

Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building

In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.

Foreclosure Crisis Devastates US Tourist Hotspots

A surge in foreclosures is devastating popular tourist destinations in Nevada and Florida, with soaring property taxes and insurance premiums forcing locals out of their homes. Exclusive analysis reveals the human cost of the post-pandemic property boom.

UK clamps down on foreign child benefit fraud

Ministers launch a major crackdown on families fraudulently claiming UK child benefits for children living abroad. New data-sharing powers with foreign governments aim to save taxpayers millions.

UK slashes Child Benefit for children living overseas

Exclusive: The UK government is implementing a major crackdown on Child Benefit claims for children living overseas. The new 'UK link' test could see thousands of families lose crucial financial support. Here's what you need to know.

Bank Holiday DWP Payment Warning for Universal Credit Claimants

Millions of Universal Credit and benefit claimants across the UK are being alerted to crucial changes in payment dates due to the upcoming August Bank Holiday. The Department for Work and Pensions has issued guidance to ensure recipients avoid financial d

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