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Taipei Mayor bans residents from retrieving belongings
Multiple housing units on Lane 94 of Dazhi St., in Taipei’s Zhongshan district are severely listing, cracked, with one fully collapsed. Kee Tai Properties Co. is being blamed for construction mismanagement, and outraged citizens have reported the issue to city officials.
2023/09/08 11:36
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Taiwan sees uptick in tiny apt. amid soaring housing prices
Tiny apartments, measuring less than 82.64 square meters (25 pings), have garnered increasing attention in Taiwan’s housing market in recent years, with recent data indicating that the ratio of tiny apartments among the total of property transactions in the first quarter of 2023 was approximately 41.9%
2023/08/29 16:24
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Elderly housing program gains momentum amid aging society
Taiwan’s journey towards a super-aged society intensifies as the elderly population grows. Discover the challenges faced by seniors in non-elevator-equipped homes and the innovative Elderly Housing Exchange Program aiming to enhance living conditions.
2023/08/28 19:31
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Lai Ching-te reiterates housing policies to supporters
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Presidential Candidate Lai Ching-te proposed his three housing policies again at the "National Real Estate Industry Lai Ching-te Support Association" on Sunday (Aug. 27).
2023/08/28 10:42
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Housing costs surge: Record maintenance and repairs index
According to the most recent data, the maintenance and repairs index reached 109.84 in July, exhibiting an annual growth rate of 3.38%. At the same time, the domestic housing index jumped to 105.19, a 1.88% increase year on year — both setting historical records.
2023/08/22 17:12
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Taiwan rental market struggles amid inflation
Taiwan’s rental housing market faces challenges due to global inflation, stagnant wages, and higher living costs. Renters grapple with increased monthly payments amid limited wage growth. Find out how these factors impact the rental market.
2023/08/21 16:57
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Taiwan parents want property in elite school areas for kids
Taiwan’s elite school districts thrive as parents invest in housing to secure education for their children. Enrollment strategies reshape housing markets around top schools.
2023/08/17 23:31
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Declining birth rate hits university-area rental market
Taiwan’s declining birth rates reshape the rental housing market around universities. High vacancy rates prompt landlords to cut prices to attract tenants amidst the changing landscape.
2023/08/17 23:22
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Taiwan recorded 82K+ unsold new houses in 2022 Q4
Recent data revealed that over 82,000 new houses were left unsold in the fourth quarter of last year, marking the highest number in eight years, as the housing market continued to slow down after the government passed the "House Hoarding Tax 2.0" in early July.
2023/07/25 18:02
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Young crowd cheers for Ko Wen-je at housing justice rally
Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) Presidential hopeful Ko Wen-je received enthusiastic cheers from the young crowd at Sunday’s housing justice and judicial reform rally in Taipei.
2023/07/17 16:35
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Terry Gou joins large-scale rally for housing justice
Foxconn founder Terry Gou joined on Sunday (July 16) a large-scale march in Taipei advocating for housing justice, highlighting widespread concerns over the housing issue in Taiwan and calls for meaningful reform.
2023/07/16 18:26
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Office workers struggle to raise children for 3 reasons
The birth rate in Taiwan has significantly decreased in recent years, resulting in negative population growth for a consecutive three-year period. A recent study has shed light on three main challenges office workers face when raising children: high living costs, stagnant wages, and an overpriced housing market.
2023/07/12 11:33
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Taiwan to expand rent subsidies, targets 500K households
The Taiwan government’s expanded rent subsidy program, which aims to assist residents in coping with housing costs, is again accepting applications. The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on Dec. 31. This initiative, implemented by the Construction and Planning Agency under the Ministry of the Interior, targets the general public and tenants throughout Taiwan.
2023/07/03 19:03
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Housing market in Taiwan’s six municipalities slows down
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Bureau of Land Administration of six municipalities in Taiwan released on Monday (July 4) the data for property transfers in June. The figures revealed a decline in monthly and yearly transactions, indicating a sluggish housing market.
2023/07/03 18:21
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Prominent Taiwanese figures join hands for housing justice
Chen Chih-han, a well-known Taiwanese internet celebrity, along with former New Power Party chairman and legislator Huang Kuo-chang, visited the headquarters of Taiwan’s People Party (TPP) on Monday (July 3). Together, they presented an invitation to TPP chairman Ko Wen-je, urging him to join a rally in front of the Presidential Office on July 16th, under the theme of "saving Taiwan."
2023/07/03 17:40
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Hou Yu-ih emphasizes housing, national defense issues at NTU
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih tackled significant issues ranging from housing justice and national defense to energy and international relations with students from National Taiwan University (NTU) on Monday (June 19), leaving no stone unturned.
2023/06/20 19:00
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Taipei mayor vows to create more public housing units
Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an responded to concerns from city councilors and pledged to create more social housing units for small families in Taipei on Tuesday (June 6).
2023/06/07 17:22
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Taiwan’s youth see bright future in real estate investment
Young adults in Taipei City who aspire to purchase a home often require meticulous budget planning and sometimes rely on support from family members.
2023/05/07 16:45
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Taiwan laundromats see profits soar as housing prices surge
As housing prices continue to increase and the weather changes with the seasons, laundromats are getting a second wind in Taiwan.
2022/11/11 17:04
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Prospective homeowners worried at soaring mortgage rates
Rising interest rates for housing mortgages make owning a home an even more elusive dream for many Taiwanese, including Ms. Chang, an office worker and a mom of three. After being married for over ten years, her family is still unable to buy a house.
2022/11/06 11:00