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Madrid protestors occupy Sol after elderly woman evicted from her home
A mass demonstration in Madrid has turned Puerta del Sol into a protest camp after the forced eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen. The event, led by the Sindicato de Inquilinas, has reignited debate over soaring rents and the power of investment funds in Spain's housing market.
Madrid housing protest demands action after Maricarmen eviction
At least 40 Spanish cities joined protests after Maricarmen Abascal was evicted in Madrid. Thousands marched toward Congress, calling for urgent housing measures and government accountability.
Madrid renters demand the Real Decreto Maricarmen after eviction
Maricarmen Abascal lost the Madrid home where she had lived for more than 70 years. Renters are now demanding stronger eviction safeguards and new rules for rental contracts.
Madrid March Puts Maricarmen's Eviction at the Heart of Spain's Housing Fight
Madrid protesters are rallying over Maricarmen's eviction after more than seven decades in one home. Organisers want new tenant safeguards before the Government decides on a housing decree Tuesday.
Maricarmen asks Sánchez to dismantle the system behind her eviction
After being evicted from her Madrid home, Maricarmen Abascal is asking Pedro Sánchez to take the case to the Council of Ministers. She wants a decree that would change the rules behind her eviction.
Retiro Eviction Ends 87-Year-Old Tenant's Decades-Long Stay
Maricarmen was removed from her Retiro home after a final court ruling. The dispute centred on a lease signed in 1956 and two successive transfers.
Madrid Eviction Turns Maricarmen Abascal Into Housing Crisis Symbol
An 87-year-old pensioner with a 50% disability was evicted from her Madrid home on September 23, 2026, after more than seven decades there. The case has intensified Spain’s national debate over rents, housing access and protections for long-term tenants.
Urbagestión offers Maricarmen a route back home after eviction
Urbagestión has proposed a route for Maricarmen to return to her Madrid home through the Reviva programme. The 87-year-old was evicted on September 23 after living there for 70 years. The company denies seeking an excessive rent.
Bolaños Rejects Sumar Bid to Expropriate Maricarmen's Home
Félix Bolaños has rejected Sumar's call to expropriate the Madrid home from which 87-year-old Maricarmen was evicted. He says a new housing decree could reach the Cabinet next Tuesday after talks with Junts and other parties.
The Madrid eviction that exposed a small landlord
An 87-year-old woman has left her Madrid home after seven decades. The company behind the eviction says it is a small business. Its accounts and property strategy show a more complicated picture.
Landlord faces backlash after Maricarmen eviction defense collapses
Urbagestión has broken its silence on the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen, denying all accusations. Yet every point in their statement is directly challenged by tenants, lawyers, and official records, exposing a deep rift over Spain’s housing crisis.
Junts demands ban on evictions by investment funds
Junts per Catalunya is pressing the Spanish government to block evictions of vulnerable families by investment funds and to restrict these funds from buying up homes. The party’s proposals aim to curb speculation and protect tenants as the government prepares new housing measures.
Rent arrears behind most evictions in Spain
Unpaid rent caused 65% of Spain's evictions in early 2026. The total fell sharply from a year earlier, while Catalonia recorded the most court-ordered removals.
Spain has seen 272000 evictions under Pedro Sánchez
More than 272000 families have been evicted in Spain since 2018. Rental arrears account for most cases, and courts may now resume launches after legal protections ended.
Spain's housing decree could reach beyond evictions
The Government wants the new housing decree to address more than evictions. Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez says it could also affect students and landlords if Congress supports it.
El Gran Wyoming stands firm on his Madrid property empire
El Gran Wyoming, a mainstay on Spanish TV, owns 19 properties in Madrid. He says he owes no one an explanation for putting his money into real estate, even after public backlash and a hefty tax fine.
Housing Is Spain's Biggest Problem
Housing has become Spain's main concern, according to the monthly CIS survey. Prices have reached a record, the country faces a structural shortage of homes, and pressure is spreading beyond its biggest cities. The poll asks who should be held responsible.
Madrid eviction exposes the cost of Spain's housing crisis
Maricarmen Abascal was taken from her Madrid home on a stretcher after police and social services enforced a court-ordered eviction. The 87-year-old paid less than €500 a month. Her case has put Spain's housing crisis back under scrutiny.
Sánchez demands housing decree after Maricarmen eviction
Pedro Sánchez called the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen a social tragedy and demanded urgent parliamentary action. He blamed Madrid authorities for failing to protect a vulnerable tenant and said the government would bring its housing decree back to Congress.
Spain's Housing Shortfall Could Pass One Million by 2028
Spain may face a housing shortfall of more than one million homes by 2028. The Bank of Spain says demand is running ahead of supply, pushing home prices further beyond household incomes.
Anonymous writer offers to cover Madrid tenant's rent before eviction
An anonymous writer has offered to cover the rent shortfall for Maricarmen, an 87-year-old Retiro resident facing eviction after 71 years in her home. The owner must now decide whether to accept the offer.
Castilla-La Mancha deputies list fortunes from farmland to classic cars
Classic cars, inherited land, and rare guitars show up in the latest asset declarations from Castilla-La Mancha’s deputies, revealing the wide range of personal wealth and financial changes among the region’s politicians.
Recycled construction takes shape at IES Aguas Vivas
A new laboratory at IES Aguas Vivas in Guadalajara will test construction materials made from waste. The project brings together 130 vocational students across six research lines.
Secret €6.3 million Madrid penthouse deal sparks crisis for Ayuso’s team
A €6.3 million penthouse purchase in Chamberí has thrown Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s government into chaos. An internal leak has exposed deep rifts in Madrid’s Partido Popular and raised tough questions about public money.
La Palma Still Lives With the Tajogaite Volcano's Aftermath
La Palma's volcano stopped erupting in 2021, but families are still waiting for permanent homes. Volcanic gases keep parts of the island restricted, and many residents continue to live with the mental health effects of the disaster.
Spanish law lets you put an EV charger in your parking spot without asking neighbors
You no longer need your neighbors’ approval to install an electric car charger in your own parking space. But Spanish law still requires one key step before you start. Here’s what every apartment owner should know about the process and its limits.
La Palma Still Lives With Tajogaite Five Years Later
Five years after the Tajogaite eruption, dozens of families are still living in temporary housing. Rising property prices, slow reconstruction and tightly controlled returns continue to prolong the crisis across La Palma.
Luxury Madrid Penthouse Deal Reveals Systemic Failures in Ayuso Administration
A confidential government dossier on a €6.3 million penthouse in Chamberí exposes a series of inconsistencies in its acquisition, rental, and attempted sale. The case raises pressing questions about oversight and transparency in Madrid’s management of public assets.
Madrid Government Discloses Details of Chamberí Attic Lease for Officials
The Community of Madrid has confirmed it acquired an attic in Chamberí for official use. The lease runs for ten years, with no rent due for the first 15 months. Payments begin in late 2027.
Madrid keeps Chamberí penthouse on the market after Gran Vía offer
Madrid’s government will not withdraw the Chamberí penthouse from sale. An open adjudication process continues after a €12 million offer for Gran Vía properties. The decision signals ongoing asset management in the capital.
Spanish Law Removes Barriers for Private Electric Car Charging in Garages
Installing an electric car charger in a Spanish apartment garage is now easier than ever. Owners no longer need neighbor approval, but strict rules on safety, costs, and written notice still apply. Here’s what the law demands.
Electric Car Charging Sparks Fierce Disputes in Spanish Apartment Blocks
Arguments over electric car charging points are dividing Spanish apartment communities. With installations rising fast, residents face tough choices about cost, safety, and who should pay for new infrastructure in shared garages.
Spain Faces Housing Crunch as New Households Outpace Construction
Spain is seeing a surge in new households that far exceeds the pace of new home construction. This mismatch is fueling sharp increases in both purchase and rental prices, leaving many young adults unable to move out on their own.
Mediterranean villa in Marseille blends family history with the landscape
A caretaker’s house in Marseille has been transformed into Villa Rossignols, preserving century-old pines and Provençal stone. The renovation connects architecture with the Mediterranean setting and family heritage.
Housing Shortage in Spain Fuels Sharp Rise in Prices
Spain faces a growing gap between new households and available homes. Construction lags far behind demand, driving up both purchase and rental prices. Key regions feel the strain as young adults struggle to move out.
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