#Real Estate

Realtor Max Marsh explained why demanding payment of a 50–100% monthly rent commission during an independent apartment search is a manipulation, and for which services an agent truly has the right to receive payment.

The U.S. Commerce Department reported that construction starts fell 12.4% in July to 1.239 million units, below forecasts. Meanwhile, production rose 0.2% on a wave of AI and defense investment.

In Zhytomyr, housing prices have reached critical levels: one-bedroom apartments have risen by 15%, and rent consumes up to 56% of a salary. Experts have calculated that buying a home now requires saving for more than 11 years.

🏠 Kyiv Real Estate Market in 2026: prices for one-bedroom apartments rose by 3% to $74.7k, but demand fell by 17%. In the Pechersk district, prices soared by 14%, while in Darnytskyi and Dniprovskyi — they fell. The number of listings decreased by 18%. #realestate #kyiv #economy

🏗️ Mariupol 2026: Russia is actively building up the occupied city, offering mortgages at 2%. Law enforcement officers and officials are snapping up apartments; prices have risen by 30% despite criticism of construction quality. 🇷🇺🏠

🏠 Deadline September 1: property owners must pay tax on 'excess square meters'. 🔹 Tax is paid only for area exceeding 60 sq. m (apartment) or 120 sq. m (house). 🔹 Rate: up to 120 UAH per 1 sq. m. 🔹 Example: for a 100 sq. m apartment, pay 4800 UAH (for 40 excess meters). ⚠️ Fines for late payment: from 5% to 10% + penalty. 🚫 If renting out — exemption is lost, pay for everything! #taxes #realestate #Ukraine2026

🏠 Cherkasy Real Estate Market in 2026: Resale prices rose by 15%, two-bedroom apartment rents increased by 29%. To save for a two-bedroom apartment, you need to set aside your salary for 10 years. New developments see a price boom in the business class (+13%). #RealEstate #Cherkasy #Prices

🏗️ The Carpathians have become Ukraine's new financial fortress. Due to military risks and banks refusing to fund "excavation" stages, developers are massively shifting to income-generating real estate. 📈 By the end of 2025, there were 105 aparthotel projects in the country, 86% of which are in the West. 💰 Investors from Kyiv and the south are outsourcing management to professionals, reducing risks. 🔒 The market is growing: from 12 projects in 2023 to 30 in 2024. #realestate #investments #carpathians #economy #ukraine

🏠 Prices for new builds in Ukraine in 2026 are rising not only due to the cost of the "shell" but also due to the increase in renovation costs. 📉 Experts warn: the price per square meter is just the beginning. 💰 Basic renovation now costs 9–14 thousand UAH/m², while complex renovation can reach 30 thousand UAH/m². 🔍 For a 50 m² apartment, the renovation budget can equal the price of the property. ✅ Housing with ready-made finishing is becoming more profitable, but requires careful inspection of the package. #realestate #renovation #newbuilds #economy #2026

🏠 In 2026, when choosing a new building, the price per square meter is no longer the main thing. Experts advise evaluating the full living model: autonomy, generation, and heating. This determines liquidity and safety in the cold season. #realestate #newbuildings #autonomy #RBCUkraine

🏠 Vinnitsa Real Estate Market in August 2026: Housing Prices Reach New Highs. 📈 One-bedroom apartments on the secondary market average $56,000. This segment saw the strongest growth over six months. 🏢 In new developments, there is a price boom in the business class; the comfort class rose by 4%. 🏦 Rent for a one-bedroom apartment starts from 15,000 UAH. Housing consumes up to 68% of a family's budget. 🔍 Developers offer installment plans and "єОселя" programs, but demand remains high. Prices in Kyiv are even higher, and rent in Uzhhorod is the most expensive in the country.

🏠 Mortgage or Rent: What is more profitable in 2026? Expert Taras Kozak warns: equality of mortgage and rent payments does not guarantee the profitability of buying. 🔹 Main mistake: lack of money for repairs and furniture. 🔹 30% Rule: do not spend more than a third of your income on housing. 🔹 Financial cushion: critically important for stability. Preferential mortgage is an exception, but commercial rates can lead to overpayment several times over. Before buying, answer 3 questions from the expert. #realestate #mortgage #finance #ukraine2026

🏠 Rent or Buy: What Is More Profitable in 2026? Real estate experts note that under current conditions, renting may be financially more rational than a mortgage. Taras Kozak, founder of the "UNIVER" group, identified three key factors: 🔹 Mobility: Frequent moves or changes in family composition make buying risky. 🔹 Investments: If the return on capital is higher than the cost of rent, it is more profitable to rent. 🔹 Hidden Costs: Repairs and furniture can make buying more expensive than renting. However, buying remains relevant for those who plan to live in one place for many years, or in the event of a sharp drop in market prices. #realestate #rent #mortgage #finance2026

🏠 Rent or Buy: What is more profitable in 2026? Expert Taras Kozak revealed the conditions under which renting housing is economically justified: ✅ Mobility: Frequent moves make buying unprofitable due to transaction and renovation costs. ✅ Investments: If the return on capital is higher than the cost of rent, it is better to invest than to buy. ✅ Hidden costs: The owner pays taxes and spends on repairs, which is not the case with renting. 💰 A mortgage is profitable if the payment is lower than rent, but it is safer to spend no more than 30% of income on housing. #realestate #mortgage #rent #finance #XAB

🏗️ **ENSO Collapse: Investors Prepare for Lawsuits**. Construction of elite residential complexes Poetica, Fjord, and Diadans in Kyiv has been halted. According to media reports, the developer's management has left Ukraine. 🔹 **The Core Issue:** Investors cannot make claims directly to the developer due to a complex financing scheme through funds. 🔹 **Actions:** Buyers are forming initiative groups and filing lawsuits against financing funds. 🔹 **Status:** Work is frozen; promises of "new people" have not been fulfilled. #realestate #kyiv #construction #enso #investments

🏠 The 'Registration' Myth: Why being registered in an apartment doesn't make you the owner? Lawyers explain the difference between the right to use and the right to own. Registration does not grant a share in the apartment, but it protects against eviction. 📌 Key points: • Ownership arises only through a contract or court decision. • Registered persons cannot sell the housing. • Deregistration is possible only with the tenant's consent or through the court. #realestate #law #Ukraine #legaladvice

🏠 **Student Housing Rental Rating for 2026** On the eve of the academic year, OLX Real Estate analyzed housing prices in cities with top universities. 🔝 **Most Expensive Cities:** • Uzhhorod: 22,133 UAH (+18%) • Lviv: 20,168 UAH (+15%) • Kyiv: 17,000 UAH (+6%) 📉 **Affordable Options:** • Sumy and Kharkiv: 7,000 UAH. In Kharkiv, prices rose by 56% due to market recovery. 🛌 **Room Rental:** The cheapest option is in Sumy (2,500 UAH). In Kharkiv and Odesa — 3,000 UAH. 📱 **Important:** Students can now change dormitory registration via 'Diia' without visiting the CNAP.

🚨 Erroneous bills for occupied property: what to do? If you received a bill for destroyed or occupied property, you cannot ignore it! After 60 days, it will become a debt with fines and penalties. 📉 Fines: 5-10% of the debt amount. ⚖️ Risks: Property seizure and forced collection through the court. ✅ How to fix it: 1. Do not wait for court. 2. Log in to the STS Electronic Cabinet. 3. Submit an application for data reconciliation in the "Correspondence" menu. 4. Do this within 60 days of receiving the notification. Do not pay for air, but do not ignore the tax service!