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Key Takeaways Issue What It Means Eviction Notices rose in 2025 Tenants faced increased insecurity after the government announced 2026 tenancy legislation Policy announcements triggered fear Landlords issued more pre-emptive eviction notices Small landlords leaving the market early Uncertainty accelerated exits, with tenants bearing the immediate impact Regulation is focused on symptoms, not the virus […]

Disclaimer – Domestic abuse is a devastating reality that affects both men and women. Nothing in this article seeks to diminish or ignore the experiences of men who also suffer violence at home. However, the statistics and commentary referenced here – particularly from the Irish Times and related studies – focus on women and children. For

Key Takeaways Summary National average home prices % growth reduced slightly Prices rose by 8.4% in 2024 Then slowed to 6.8% in 2025. Rural prices are growing faster than in Dublin In 2025, Border and South-East regions saw 11.1% and 9.4% growthDublin prices rose by only 5.8%. Severe supply issues push price growth Demand continues

On December 19, the Circuit Civil Court ordered the removal of 29 unauthorised modular homes in South Dublin. Irish Times This has reignited an uncomfortable debate – how do we enforce planning law during a housing emergency without actively undermining innovation and supply? I am a huge advocate for the wider adoption of modular construction

As Ireland’s housing market remains tight, a financial tool many people haven’t heard about in years is quietly making its return – Bridging Finance. Once common before the 2008 crash, bridging loans are now being discussed again as a way to help homeowners buy a new property before selling their existing one. With second-hand homes

Context The Department of Housing recently shared a video created by Spunout Media, advising young people on how to cope with moving back in with their parents, in order to deal with rising rents and living costs. The video features two young adults offering tips such as setting house rules, paying rent, doing chores, and managing potential conflicts while living at

In a recent article in the Irish Times, it reported that only the top 20% of Irish earners can now afford to rent a newly built apartment, while only the top 40% can afford to buy one. This is according to recent 2025 findings from the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI). Irish Times The