Property Taxes & Valuations: A new report alleges Central Appraisal Districts use “secret” algorithms to overvalue homes, inflating tax bills and putting municipal bond-backed retirement plans at risk. Hotel Asset Scrutiny: Sri Lanka’s Hilton Colombo sale plans face questions after reports of a fresh long-term Hilton management deal, raising concerns for the taxpayer. Market Pulse (Oman): Oman’s real estate price index rose 15.9% in Q1 2026, with residential land up 21% and villa prices up 9%. Housing Affordability (Colorado): Even with inflation easing, Colorado buyers still face affordability stress as costs keep outpacing what households can manage. Pricing Power (U.S.): Realtor.com says the “bidding war era” is over—overpriced homes are going stale and selling for less if sellers don’t price right. Off-Plan Delivery (Zanzibar): Floton Africa argues investors should verify projects in person, pointing to Emerald Square’s handover as proof of delivery. Fraud & Enforcement: Delhi Police arrested an absconding suspect in a Greater Faridabad housing fraud case; separate operations also targeted counterfeit “Magic Sarap” seasoning. International Demand (Florida): Colombian buyers’ interest in South Florida is rising amid election uncertainty, with Florida taking a majority share of their international views. Local Listings & Lifestyle: A Fairmount couple bought a $975,000 1876 townhome after a fast search; in the UK, a loft can add up to about £18,000 to a family home’s value.