Housing
Practical advice for finding accommodation as a newcomer, understanding local rental markets, and securing housing without local credit history.
Budget 2026 Lets Buyers Use PAN Based Challans Removing TAN Requirement
India's Budget 2026 removes the TAN requirement for resident buyers purchasing NRI property, allowing the use of PAN-based challans for TDS deposits. This streamlines transactions but maintains withholding obligations. U.S.…
Bangladeshi Faces Deportation from Athens After Arrest Over Unlicensed Mosque
A Bangladeshi national in Athens faces deportation after being linked to an unlicensed mosque. This case reflects new…
Insee Shows Immigrants Now Make Up 11.3% of France’s Population
Official figures show immigrants represent 11.3% of France's population, with significant growth in African origins and female representation.…
Man Sentenced to 48 Months for Throwing Molotov Cocktail in Paramount California January 30 2026
A federal court sentenced a Mexican national to 48 months for possessing a Molotov cocktail at a California…
Report Finds Hostile Housing in Asylum Accommodation Harms Health
A joint report by Migrants Organise and Medact reveals that UK asylum housing negatively impacts the health of…
Estonia Proposes Ban on Russians and Belarusians Without Long-Term Residence Permits from Purchasing Property
Estonia's Interior Ministry has proposed a ban on real estate purchases by Russian and Belarusian nationals lacking long-term…
Home Sales to Foreigners in Türkiye Fall as Citizenship by Investment Debate Intensifies
Türkiye's foreign real estate market is facing a downturn driven by rising prices and a massive crackdown on…
Income from House Property Rules Contrast Rental Income Taxation India vs U.S.
U.S. tax residents with Indian rental income face complex reporting requirements in both nations. While India applies a…
Microsoft and Amazon Warn Housing Emergency Threatens Washington State Talent on H-1B L and Green Card Pathways
Microsoft and Amazon executives have issued a joint warning to Washington legislators, framing the state’s housing shortage as…
150+ Councillors Urge UK Asylum Minister to Protect Refugees from Homelessness
UK local authorities are protesting a shortened 28-day refugee transition window, citing a high risk of homelessness. This…