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News and important information about renting and owning a home.
Property in Norway: Prices rise nationwide but fall in Oslo
The price of a property rose 1.2 percent across Norway in March but fell by same the amount in the capital Oslo. Overall house prices are now 12 percent higher than they were a year ago.
Living in Norway: Everything you should know about renting in Oslo
Hunting for a new home to rent can be a daunting challenge in many cities and Oslo fits that bill. But knowing a few simple things can help you on your way, writes Agnes Erickson.
Have your say: How to find a flat in Norway
From costs to cultural differences, finding a flat in Norway can be tough.
Norwegian house prices continue slight fall
Property prices in Norway fell by 1.1 percent in December, or 0.5 percent taking seasonal adjustments into account.
Norwegian bank tests 'Islamic loan' concept
Norwegian bank Storebrand is offering new ‘halal loans’ based on Islamic principles.
Norway's housing market had historic boom in 2016
Never before have house prices in Norway risen so much in one year.
Why Norway's housing market is a nightmare for first-time buyers
Housing prices rose 1.4 percent in October when adjusted for seasonal variations, bring prices to 12 percent higher than they were one year ago.
Norway home sales at highest level in nearly 30 years
Home sales in Norway have reached their highest point since 1988, the Norwegian Home Builders' Association (Boligprodusentenes Forening) said on Wednesday.
Norway man finds 325,000kr in new home’s fireplace
Norwegian estate agent Vermund Thorkildsen got much more than he bargained for with his recent purchase of a flat in the Oslo neighbourhood of Majorstua, according to a report in Dagbladet.
Norway to tap oil fund to pay for refugees
Norway will need to dip into its massive sovereign wealth fund and cut refugee benefits to pay for rising costs linked to the record influx of asylum seekers, the government said Friday.
Norwegian houses outpace property hike
Detached houses in Norway have become increasingly popular, outpacing the average property price increase by more than a percentage point.
Slight summer dip in Norwegian house prices
Norwegian house prices fell by 0.4 percent from May to June, but were still up by about 5.7 percent compared to the same period last year.