The generation that may never buy a house: permanent renting becomes the new reality in Europe
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The generation that may never buy a house: permanent renting becomes the new reality in Europe

SAPO Notícias10 September 2026 at 16:03

The purchase of owner-occupied housing is becoming increasingly inaccessible in several European countries, which is transforming renting from a temporary solution into a long-term reality for many people.

The article focuses particularly on the younger generation, who may face the possibility of never being able to buy their own home.

This trend reflects a significant change in the European real estate market, where permanent renting is emerging as the new norm for a growing part of the population.

The phenomenon arises in a context of growing difficulties in accessing property ownership, leading many Europeans to view renting as a permanent solution rather than a transitional stage before purchasing a property.

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