Housing
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat risks do H-1B Visa holders face when buying homes in the US as of July 2025?
H-1B Visa holders face job instability and visa dependency, which can lead to risks such as losing their jobs and being responsible for mortgage payments even after leaving the country.
Read: H-1B Visa Holder Warns Against Buying Homes Amid Job InstabilityWhat are the key developments in immigration policies for 2025-2026?
Applicants face national-origin-based holds and enhanced security vetting under new policy developments, with an indefinite pause delaying green card processing for certain countries without being an outright denial.
Read: Immigration Suspensions Spark Discrimination Concerns Amid National Security JustificationsWhat steps should prospective immigrants take in response to these changes?
Prospective immigrants should align their skills with job demand, engage with supportive communities, and stay informed about policy developments.
Read: Portugal Sets Immigration Quotas for Work Visa HoldersWhat are some implications for temporary residents under these new rules?
Temporary residents should keep all details accurate, leave on time when their authorized period of stay ends, follow all visa or permit rules, and report lost or stolen documents immediately to avoid complications.
Read: Canada Expands Authority to Cancel Temporary Resident Documents at BorderHow does the 2025 ICE policy affect longtime residents?
The 2025 policy has widened the pool of people at risk for detention and deportation, even those with long ties to the country based on old or minor offenses.
Read: No Verified Reports on Paramjit Singh Detention Amid 2025 ICE Policies
Young Indian Buyers Target Dubai as AED 750,000 Property Unlocks Two-Year Visa
Dubai removes the AED 750,000 property value floor for 2-year residency visas for sole owners, boosting mid-market appeal for 2026.
Canada Relies on Immigration to Fill Skilled Trades Shortfall in 2021 Census
Canada aligns immigration with housing goals to recruit skilled trades workers as 18% of the construction workforce nears…
Landlords Pay Nearly A$7 Billion More in Taxes Than Homeowners, Fueling Rental Tax Debate
A new report shows Australian landlords pay A$7B more in tax than homeowners, complicating 2026 Budget plans to…
Australia Tightens Negative Gearing, Replaces 50% Capital Gains Tax Discount from 2027
Australia proposes 2027 reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax, favoring new builds over existing homes to…
Buy a New House in Joint Names? LTCG Exemption Still Possible on Capital Gains
Indian taxpayers can claim LTCG exemptions on joint property purchases if they funded the investment and met strict…
Landlords Face Possible Capital Gains Tax Hike as 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges Lose Favor
Landlord capital gains rates remain at 0%, 15%, and 20% in 2026. New OBBBA rules enhance deductions but…
Maine Governor Janet Mills Extends Affordable Housing Tax Credit Through 2036
Governor Janet Mills signed LD 2116, extending Maine's Affordable Housing Income Tax Credit through 2036 to boost long-term…
Home Office Faces Hundreds of Claims Over Asylum Families in Single Rooms
The Home Office faces legal challenges over asylum room-sharing policies under Operation Maximise, with new guidance taking effect…
$10 Trillion Abroad: How Sovereign Funds and Pension Funds Outpace Forex Reserves
Explore how sovereign wealth and pension funds allow nations to invest globally beyond traditional forex reserves to secure…
Home Affairs Signals New Path to Permanent Residency for Zimbabwean Exemption Permit Holders
South Africa urges ZEP holders to apply for mainstream visas or permanent residency before May 2027 as officials…