When real estate investment in central Europe is discussed, Budapest is often compared to Vienna or Prague. For investors, main concerns include where you can buy real estate for a lower price, and where you can hope to achieve higher return on investment. Right now, Budapest is the answer to both.
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The first step of the immigration reform in Hungary leaves most residence permit types intact. In fact, only one type of residence permit changes: the so called “guest-worker residency”, which makes up only a fraction of residency and work permit applications. For this permit type, no new applications will be possible, while holders can stay in Hungary.
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Hungary remains in the Top 10 passports according to the Henley Passport Index that calculates how many countries each passport allows holders to enter without a visa. If you obtain Hungarian citizenship, you will get visa-free access to 180+ countries.
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Real estate is considered to be one of the safest type of investment. People will always need accommodation, and whether you buy for yourself or as a rental business, you will always be able to sell your asset with a profit. Hungarian real estate prices show a wide variety, depending on location, size, building materials, and other aspects.
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The new ministers had their committee hearings in the Parliament on Monday and Tuesday, where they talked about their vision for Hungary and their respective areas for the next 4 years before they could be officially appointed. Zoltán Tanács, Minister of Science and Technology promised improvements in electronic administration.
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Foreign exchange rates are clear indicators of how global markets react to news. The Hungarian currency (HUF) has been strengthening since the elections, indicating international approval and a promising new era in Hungary. The new policies will require adjustments in how companies plan their budgets.
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The new ministers started their committee hearings in the Parliament on Monday, where they talked about their vision for Hungary and their respective areas for the next 4 years before they could be officially appointed. István Kapitány, Minister of Economy and Energetics promised stability and predictability as the most attractive features for new investment.
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The rule by decree period expires on May 13 in Hungary. This time it will not be extended again, but regulations introduced through government decrees will stay in place: they are now made into laws with one of the first resolutions of the new parliament. No sudden changes are expected.
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Since the April 12 general elections, the departing government functioned only as a caretaker government with limited powers. On May 9, the new parliament had its first session, and the assembly started its work.
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If you hold a Hungarian residence permit, you must keep both it and your passport on you at all times. You should keep an eye on when your passport expires, and extend it before you apply for a residency renewal. You don’t need to report this to the Immigration Office.
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