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Properties3 minutesFirst-Time Buyers Battle Tough New 2026 Market For many, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the trickiest years yet to get a foot on the property ladder here in Ireland. If you’re a first-time buyer, you’ll know the feeling: high prices, scarce homes, new rules to navigate, and interest rates that don’t make […]
Properties3 minutesLess Than 1,800 Homes Left to Rent Across Ireland If you’re on the hunt for a rental home in Ireland right now, you’ll know it’s tough out there. Really tough. The latest figures show that the total number of rental properties available nationwide has dropped below 1,800. To put that into perspective, that’s fewer homes […]
Properties3 minutesEvictions Up 50% as New Tenancy Laws Kick In If you’re renting in Ireland right now, you might have noticed a worrying trend: a sharp rise in eviction notices. In fact, reports show a sudden 50% jump in evictions served to tenants in the months leading up to March 2026. This isn’t just a number […]
Properties3 minutesOver 10,000 Irish Families Seek Rental Aid in Q1 It’s a tough time to be renting in Ireland right now. In the first three months of 2026 alone, over 10,000 households reached out to Threshold for help with rental issues. That’s not just a number — it’s families, couples, and individuals facing the daily stress […]
Properties3 minutesHigher Interest Rates Slam Irish Mortgage Hopes If you’ve been keeping an eye on the news or chatting with friends and family about buying a home, you’ve probably noticed a common theme: interest rates are stubbornly high. For many hopeful buyers across Ireland, this isn’t just a headline — it’s a reality that’s making the […]
Properties3 minutesIrish Property Prices Climb Despite Shaky Economy Isn’t it a bit of a head-scratcher? Here we are, with the economy feeling a bit wobbly, inflation easing off, and yet the price of homes across Ireland keeps on rising. You’d expect things to cool down a bit, right? But the Irish property market is proving to […]
Properties3 minutesThe Growing Despair Among ‘Generation Rent’ It’s 2026, and if you’re a young person renting in Ireland, you might feel like you’re stuck on a never-ending treadmill. The idea of owning your own home — once a solid goal, a rite of passage — now feels like a distant, almost impossible dream. You’re part of […]
Properties4 minutesThe Rising Challenge: When Saving Feels Like Running on the Spot If you’ve been saving for years, watching your pennies pile up in the hopes of finally stepping onto the property ladder, only to find yourself still renting, you’re far from alone. The Irish housing market has been a tough nut to crack for many, […]
Properties3 minutesThe Growing Reality of Long-Term Renting in Ireland If you’re in your 30s or 40s, there’s a fair chance you once pictured yourself owning your own home by now. Maybe you imagined the front door key jangling in your hand, the pride of having a place to call your own, or the sense of security […]
Properties3 minutesThe Tough Call: Upgrade Now or Stay Put? Irish families across the country are facing a familiar dilemma: their current home feels a bit too snug, the kids need more space, or maybe it’s time for a garden that doesn’t double as a playground for neighbours’ dogs. But with so much to consider from the […]
Properties4 minutesMortgage Rules in Ireland: What You Need to Know Buying a home in Ireland can feel like trying to crack a secret code, especially when it comes to mortgage rules. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a first-timer, looking to upgrade, or just curious about what lenders expect, this guide will break down […]
Properties3 minutesYour Irish Home’s Real Value Right Now Whether you’re thinking of selling, remortgaging, or just daydreaming about what your home might fetch in today’s market, knowing your property’s true value is a game-changer. But here’s the thing — the price you see in a listing isn’t always what your neighbour down the road actually got […]