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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.

Trump Conviction Triggers Palm Beach Billionaire Exodus

Palm Beach's luxury property market faces unprecedented upheaval as billionaire residents, including prominent Trump allies, list mansions and flee following the former president's legal convictions. Exclusive analysis reveals a market in crisis.

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.

One in Three Brits Believe They'll Never Own a Home

A stark new study reveals a crisis of confidence in homeownership, with a third of UK adults believing they will never own a property, highlighting a generational divide and deep-seated financial anxieties.

UK House Prices See Biggest Monthly Drop Since 2012

Official data reveals a dramatic 0.9% fall in UK house prices for November 2023, the steepest monthly decline since 2012. Experts warn of a 'cooling market' as high mortgage rates and economic pressures bite.

UK House Price Growth Slows to Just 0.2%, ONS Reports

New official figures from the Office for National Statistics show UK house price growth slowed to just 0.2% annually, with London experiencing the most significant downturn. We analyse the regional trends and what it means for homeowners and buyers.

London House Prices Plummet in First Annual Drop Since 2012

Exclusive analysis of the latest ONS figures reveals a significant shift in the UK property market, with London leading a national downturn. Discover which regions are hardest hit and what it means for homeowners and buyers.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

Labour's 'Workers Tax' Could Cost Families £1,600 Extra

Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's proposed 'Proportional Property Tax' could cripple average workers, with bills soaring up to £1,600 annually. Experts warn of devastating impact on family finances and rental markets.

£2,200/month for windowless London studio flat

A tiny studio flat in London's prestigious Westminster area hits the market at £2,200 per month despite having no windows, highlighting the capital's extreme rental market crisis and soaring property prices.

MP made homeless after London eviction

A Conservative MP shares his shocking experience of homelessness after being evicted from his London flat, highlighting the UK's housing crisis.

Satellite images show Australia's housing dream shattered

A single satellite image comparing Australian suburbs from the 1990s to today exposes the stark reality of the nation's housing crisis. The great Australian dream of homeownership is slipping away, as urban sprawl and unaffordability reshape the landscape

Right to Buy discounts cost taxpayers £1.5bn

New figures reveal the staggering cost of Right to Buy discounts to UK taxpayers, raising questions about the scheme's future amid soaring demand and housing shortages.

Billionaires' paradise faces housing crisis

The exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard, beloved by billionaires, faces a housing crisis as locals struggle to afford homes. Discover the stark contrast between luxury and affordability.

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