AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHousing Market Watch: Canada’s MLS sales rose 5.5% month-over-month in May, with prices largely stabilizing after early-year softness, while the UK’s London saw the slowest house price growth in a decade (only +7% since 2016). Renters’ Reality: In the US, Zillow reports a renter-friendly shift with more move-in incentives and slower rent growth, but affordability still hinges on location. Policy & Regulation: Victoria (Australia) is rolling out a Portable Rental Bond Scheme from July 1, and Ireland is set to bring short-term let registration to Cabinet under new EU rules. Local Housing Tensions: A council in Worcester plans to buy a building for temporary housing but faces opposition over safety and community impact; in Toronto, neighbors are questioning a six-year vacant home being converted to a multiplex. Affordability Pressure: South Africa’s housing backlog is at least 2.6 million units, with policy shifting toward private-sector “affordable” supply. Market Sentiment for Investors: Aldermore finds 42% of landlords may reduce portfolios amid regulation and tax pressure.
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