International News

Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9

by Phil Hall | Jan 9, 2026

A pair of unexpected housing policy proposals, an unfair accusation against a hotel chain, and an unlikely new theme park. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9

Toronto Home Sales and Prices Declined in 2025 Amid Uptick in New Listings

by Phil Hall | Jan 7, 2026

A total of 62,433 home sales were transacted through the through Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) MLS System during 2025, down by 11.2% from the 70,274 sales recorded in 2024. The decline in sales occurred despite the 10.1% year-over-year increase in the...

Realty One Group International Expands Into the Dominican Republic

by Phil Hall | Jun 2, 2025

This is the 27th country where the company has a presence. Continue Reading Realty One Group International Expands Into the Dominican Republic

Egypt Unveils Plans for New City

by Phil Hall | Jun 2, 2025

Egyptian Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli declared the project to be “an urban and development revolution” that will create 250,000 jobs. Continue Reading Egypt Unveils Plans for New City

Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 26-30

by Phil Hall | May 30, 2025

This week’s Hits and Misses include Gov. Ron DeSantis and Kim Reynolds, former Vice President Kamala Harris, and NAR’s newest executives. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 26-30

King Charles Makes Royal Property Available as Short-Term Rental

by Phil Hall | May 30, 2025

The refurbished property has a naughty history as the love-nest of Edward VII, the monarch’s great-great-grandfather, and his actress lover Lillie Langtry. Continue Reading King Charles Makes Royal Property Available as Short-Term Rental

Sotheby’s International Realty Opens New Office in Hungary

by Phil Hall | May 30, 2025

The Budapest-based Hungary Sotheby’s International Realty will service the luxury residential market throughout the capital, the surrounding regions, and the Lake Balaton area. Continue Reading Sotheby’s International Realty Opens New Office in Hungary

New Forecast Warns of Double-Digit Collapse in Dubai’s Real Estate Prices

by Phil Hall | May 29, 2025

Real estate is an important aspect of Dubai’s economy, with $207.22 billion in transactions last year. Continue Reading New Forecast Warns of Double-Digit Collapse in Dubai’s Real Estate Prices

$3.5 Billion Montreal Mixed-Use Development to Include 7,000 Residential Units

by Phil Hall | May 28, 2025

Groupe Mach has unveiled its plans for the Langelier project, a $3.5 billion mixed-used development in Montreal that will encompass 7,000 residential units. The 1.45 million-square-foot project will encompass 5,700 market-rate residential units, 1,300 social and...