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The cost of housing will weigh even more on the family budget</minimax:tool_call>: The cost of housing will weigh even more on the family budget

Observador1 September 2026 at 07:10

Monthly variable-rate mortgage payments are set to rise again in September, increasing the burden of housing expenses on Portuguese family budgets. This increase comes in a context of continuous rise in housing-related costs.

In addition to the increase in mortgage payments, rents are also expected to face increased costs from 2027, which should put even more pressure on households.

Regarding social support for the elderly, there has been an increase in the number of care homes and available support measures. However, these support measures reach only 11% of the Portuguese elderly population, revealing a limited coverage of protection mechanisms.

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