Research: The impact of loneliness on quality of life, real estate investment, and the global economy
The pandemic and resulting social isolation have brought attention to the issue of loneliness. These events have demonstrated that loneliness is not only oppressive and devastating but also poses a threat to human health. The World Health Organization (WHO) has addressed the issue, and the European Commission has conducted a separate research on the risks and consequences of loneliness.
European limitations on foreign property purchases
In Europe, no law prohibits foreign citizens from buying property but certain countries have put limitations on this right.
Russian and CIS investment outlook in overseas real estate – A survey by Tranio, 2020
Tranio conducted its eighth annual survey, analysing the investment and property purchasing patterns of Russian and CIS nationals abroad. The survey was primarily focussed on income property, looking at the top locations for investment, yield expectations, budgets, and preferred asset classes, as well as the general presence of Russian-speaking investors in local markets.
Tranio Partners With ULI Europe Real Estate Forum in Copenhagen
Tranio is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the ULI Europe Real Estate Forum, which is taking place in Copenhagen (18–20 June 2019) and features former Prime Minister of Denmark, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, as guest speaker.
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Buying and registering property in Finland
In 2000, Finland lifted restrictions on all property acquisitions by foreign citizens excluding farmland and it generally only takes two weeks to finalize a transaction.
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Property maintenance costs in Finland
In Finland, costs for maintenance start at €1,000 for an apartment or holiday home. According to Pellervo Taloustutkimus, a Finnish think tank, property maintenance will gain 3.1% on average per year up to 2017.
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Taxes in Finland
Income and corporate taxes in Finland are relatively high. The annual real estate tax rate depends on whether the owner has their permanent residence in Finland.
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Mortgages in Finland
Finland offers favourable mortgage terms to foreign nationals; however, some banks will only provide loans to borrowers with permanent residence permits (pysyvä oleskelulupa) or who have guarantors with Finnish citizenship.
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Property prices in Finland
Finland is a popular real estate destination for its neighbours from Scandinavia and Russia. They favour apartments in large Finnish cities, such as Helsinki, Tampere and Turku, as well as homes in the picturesque regions of Lapland and Lakeland.
Top 5 countries with the lowest mortgage rates
Kirill Schmidt, Head of Financial Services at Tranio, explains how low and negative mortgage rates work around the globe.
What to expect from European commercial property in 2016
Money is flooding into European commercial property markets. This article by Tranio expert, Yulia Kozhevnikova, reviews the top trends, destinations and segments to look at this year.
International property buyers looking for «safe havens»
Sluggish economic growth, geopolitical strife and a spate of currency devaluations have seen increasing levels of capital flight from fragile states.
Real estate inheritance in Europe
Most overseas property buyers are over 55 and already planning real estate succession before they sign the sales contract.
Back on track: promising year to come for commercial property
It’s been a chaotic year for real estate and foreign property investments but most markets are back on track for growth in 2016.
Top 10 countries for Russian property buyers in 2015
Russian buyers still dream of a second home overseas. Read on to discover the country’s top 10 locations in 2015.
Top Five major urban development projects in Europe
The unpolished charm of Europe's
Five reasons why you still need a real estate agent
Buyers often wonder whether real estate agents are necessary when buying property. At Tranio, we truly believe they are. Read on to find out why.