Tag: Property tax

Airbnb Demand in Greece Projected to Soar Again in 2025

Greece Introduces New Tax and Rental Framework for Airbnb Properties Amid Housing Crisis

Starting January 1, Greece will halt issuing Airbnb licenses in several districts of downtown Athens as part of new measures to address the housing crisis and increase property tax revenue. A revised tax and rental framework has been introduced, distinguishing between short-term and long-term rentals, with specific requirements for registration, tax obligations, and the offering of additional services. The changes aim to balance the needs of tourism with the shortage of affordable housing for Greek citizens.

Israel

Church Leaders Accuse Israeli Government of Disrupting Centuries-Old Status Quo with Property Tax Demands

Leaders of major Christian churches accuse the Israeli government of disrupting a centuries-old status quo by demanding property taxes, calling it a "coordinated attack" on Christians in the Holy Land. They expressed concerns to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while Israeli officials downplay it as a routine issue.