Property Tax Reform Watch (Illinois): Illinois lawmakers advanced a bill to reform delinquent property-tax debt sales, aiming to let homeowners keep surplus equity after auctions and bring rules in line with the Tyler v. Hennepin County decision. Renters’ Rights (UAE): Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre announced a rent freeze for residential, commercial and industrial renewals, keeping increases at zero until further notice. Tenant Troubles (Brooklyn): Residents at a Downtown Brooklyn “luxury” building say premium rents come with months of elevator failures and discolored tap water, pushing tenants to demand answers. Homebuying Reality Check (Massac County, IL): Illinois issued a final property assessment equalization “multiplier” of 1.0000 for 2025 taxes, affecting how uniformly properties are valued across overlapping taxing districts. Market Signals (U.S. Hotels): CoStar and Tourism Economics upgraded 2026 U.S. hotel growth forecasts, citing stronger demand and improved RevPAR momentum. Buyer Beware (UK Listings): A London estate agency faced accusations of using misleading AI-generated images that made homes look larger or in better condition than reality. Housing Supply Pressure (Michigan): A Michigan housing shortage story highlights demand outpacing supply, with buyers facing fast-moving listings and intense competition. Off-Plan Development (Dubai): DHG Properties started work on Helvetia Marine on Dubai Islands, targeting Q1 2028 delivery for low-rise waterfront apartments. Global Buyer Costs (India): Reporting warns first-time buyers to plan for total ownership costs that can run 15%–30% higher than advertised prices.