Community Asset Sale Fight: North Yorkshire’s council has started a six-week interim moratorium on the Newby and Scalby Community Hall sale after residents objected, with a possible six-month pause if a community group seeks to bid. Homebuying Red Flags: A home inspector urges buyers to scrutinize foundations, electrical updates, roof condition, and signs of water damage during showings. US Housing Data: NAR reports existing-home sales fell 2.4% in June, while the median price hit a nominal record $440,600—inventory is still tight at 4.6 months. Mortgage Pressure in Florida: Florida Gulf Coast University says Southwest Florida single-family permits are down 21.4% year-to-date, pointing to a slowdown in new construction. Rent vs Buy in Spain: A new survey finds 71% of renters think a mortgage is more cost-effective than renting as rents keep climbing. Dubai Resilience: ANAROCK says Dubai home prices dipped only 4–7% in H1 2026 despite the Iran conflict, with off-plan sales holding steady. Uzbekistan Housing Up: Central Bank data show apartment prices rising in Q1 2026 alongside stronger mortgage lending. UK Second-Home Costs: Higher stamp duty and council tax premiums are pushing some owners to consider letting out holiday homes. Landlord Exit Risk (UK): Research suggests the Renters’ Rights Act could leave up to 100,000 unsold ex-rental homes stuck off the market. Property Crime/Investigation: Guardia Civil is investigating a violent death found on a Torrevieja villa patio, with an arrest already made.