Greece prepares real estate and pension reform packages

real estate tax reforms rental income taxation pension increases social benefits payments Greek economy

The Greek government is preparing a comprehensive package of economic measures aimed at the real estate market and social welfare. For the real estate sector, new regulations are being considered to increase housing supply and stabilize rental prices. Key proposals include a new tax scale for rental income starting in 2026, which introduces an intermediate 25% rate for incomes between €12,001 and €24,000, potentially saving middle-income owners up to €800 annually. Additionally, from October 1, 2026, rent payments must be made through banking systems; failure to comply may result in landlords losing a 5% tax deduction and tenants losing rental reimbursements or housing subsidies.

Other real estate measures under review include the potential extension of the VAT suspension on new constructions, the suspension of the 15% property value-added tax, and tax incentives for converting short-term rentals to long-term leases or utilizing closed properties.

Regarding social welfare, the government is planning several interventions for 2027 to support retirees. These include projected pension increases of approximately 2.6% to 2.9%, the permanent removal of certain pension reductions for survivors, and the potential introduction of a second annual financial aid payment before Easter. These measures aim to mitigate cumulative losses suffered by pensioners since 2010.

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DYPA · Greece · Greek government · Kyriakos Mitsotakis · e-EFKA

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[● 2 SOURCES] A national pension increase is expected to take effect on January 1, 2027. www.in.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The November financial aid for 2026 is expected to increase from 250 to 300 euros. kefaloniamagazine.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The government is considering a second annual financial aid payment to be made before Easter 2027. kefaloniamagazine.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] The 2027 pension increase is estimated to be between 2.6% and 2.9% gross. www.in.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The Greek government is considering four new interventions to boost pensioner income by 2027. www.in.gr · kefaloniamagazine.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that a full return to a 13th pension is not fiscally feasible. kefaloniamagazine.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The November financial aid for retirees is expected to increase from 250 to 300 euros in 2026. kefaloniamagazine.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] The pension increase is estimated to be between 2.6% and 2.9% gross. www.in.gr
[● 3 SOURCES] The government is considering four new interventions for 2027 to boost retiree income. www.in.gr · kefaloniamagazine.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The government is considering a second annual financial aid payment to be distributed before Easter 2027. kefaloniamagazine.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] A new increase in the national pension is expected to take effect on January 1, 2027. www.in.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that a full return of the 13th pension is not fiscally feasible due to an estimated annual cost of 2.5 billion euros. kefaloniamagazine.gr