How to prepare for a flood if you live in an area at risk When a large amount of snow in the mountains melts quickly, it can cause water levels in rivers to rise and…
There will be no taxation of electricity from private photovoltaic installations. The Minister of Finance announced a more detailed examination of the tax obligation for the sale of surplus energy from private homes in order to present special rules...
Artificial intelligence ensures a fairer property tax in Trondheim As the European consulting company Sopra Steria writes on its website, 63 houses in the Trondheim commune are currently assessed using…
Now the invoice will be issued monthly. From April you will receive monthly invoices for municipal fees. Trondheim Municipality has noticed that more and more people are struggling to pay their bills every quarter. Invoice…
2023 is a weak year in terms of new building permits: Difficult times in the construction industry According to Statistics Norway, in 2023, 22 permits were issued to start construction of new...
Proposal for a new lease law: Tenants' Day. The Tenancy Act Committee presented a draft of a new lease law. The Consumer Council is pleased to see that the committee is supporting several changes that will ensure…
The interest rate on new mortgage loans has increased. According to Statistics Norway, the interest rate on new mortgage loans for households increased by 0,02 points from November to December. percent up to 5,56 percent Interest…
The Legislative Committee proposes new rules for renting real estate - A good and safe place to live is absolutely necessary for people to lead a good life. We need to ensure safe rental conditions for approximately one million…
Radon – How to check and protect your home Radon is a radioactive gas that constantly forms in the earth's crust. It naturally enters the atmosphere, where it is diluted. Problem…
The construction industry expects immediate action The construction industry is known for its cyclical nature. Its development is closely related to the general condition of the economy. During periods of economic growth, investments in new buildings, infrastructure and…
Support program for the purchase of heat pumps As the municipality of Stavanger informs on its website, owners of private houses in this commune can now apply for support for the purchase of a heat pump.…
Hunting down energy thieves NVE and Grønn Byggallianse are collaborating this year on the "Catch an Energy Thief" campaign. The goal is to find energy thieves in both commercial and public buildings, and in doing so…
Charging an electric car during a storm – is it safe? Many electric car owners may wonder whether it is safe to charge their vehicle during a storm. This is an important question to consider…
Is it worth investing in a house for sale? Selling your home is both stressful and exciting. Most sellers want to get the highest possible price for their property. To do this, you need to make…
Washing facades - what you need to know. Washing facades should be done every year. How to take good care of your home before damage occurs, such as mold spores, moss and problematic stains…
Increase in housing prices throughout the country Eiendom Norge's regional reports for the first quarter of 2023 show an increase in housing prices throughout the country. It is normal to see an increase in the first…
Complaints about household appliances in Norway - what should you know about them? How long can you complain about a product and what is needed to file a complaint? If intensive use of kitchen appliances leads to…
Norwegian economy at a turning point Growth in economic activity will be slightly lower, unemployment will likely increase and inflation will fall sharply in 2023. This is what we can read in a publication by Statistics Norway.…
Young people save less in BSU According to Statistics Norway, deposits in BSU decreased by NOK 4,4 billion in 2022. This corresponds to a decrease of 8,2%. from the end of 2021…
