International Buyer Demand: Attica luxury homes are pulling in more overseas buyers, with foreign investment in Greek real estate hitting €2.05B in 2025 and non-EU buyers a major share; a proposed hike to non-EU property transfer taxes could change the calculus. Policy Shock in Spain: Spain approved urgent housing decrees after Barcelona unrest tied to evictions, setting up a political fight ahead of snap elections and pushing reforms back through an interim legislature. Local Housing Planning: Lackawanna County’s housing study calls for more affordable supply, regulatory modernization, and zoning/permitting reform, citing aging stock and limited vacancy. Legal Risk for Agents: A Pennsylvania court update continues to narrow real estate agent liability and seller disclosure claims, shaping how disputes may be argued after closing. Brokerage Expansion & Tech: SERHANT. is launching in Chicago with an AI-led agent platform, while Earnnest named a new CEO to expand digital earnest money payments. Market Signals: UBS flags Hong Kong as a bubble-risk outlier where ownership costs are far above renting, and a separate report notes distressed listings rising as unsold inventory piles up. Industry Operations: Leslie’s Pool Supplies continues Chapter 11 fallout with store closures and ongoing portfolio review. Homebuyer Support: Ohio REALTORS can earn continuing education credits by serving as poll workers, reinforcing community ties as elections approach.