by Anikó Woods | Jul 2, 2025 | Government News, Home & Property, Quick Guides & Resources
Identity Protection Law update. As of 1 July, Hungary’s Településvédelmi törvény is officially in force – in theory, at least. On paper, more than 3,100 local councils now have the green light to decide who buys, who stays, and what it might cost them. In...
by Anikó Woods | Jun 26, 2025 | Beyond Budapest, Home & Property
Waterfront Holiday Homes in Hungary: When we bought our house in the Balaton Highlands, it wasn’t exactly a calculated investment. More of a wild flirtation with a view and apple trees. It had good bones, a solid roof, indoor plumbing and electricity, but my husband...
by Anikó Woods | Jun 11, 2025 | Government News, Home & Property
When Hungary’s Identity Protection Law Alsóörs discussion hit the headlines today, most of us watching property trends knew this moment was coming. Hungary passed the Identity Protection Law months ago, and now Alsóörs – a prime Balaton town – is set to...
by Anikó Woods | May 30, 2025 | Home & Property, Quick Guides & Resources
When we bought our countryside cottage, I expected the usual homeowner chores: clean the gutters, trim the trees, keep the spiders out of the wine glasses. I knew ragweed from Canada, but I didn’t expect that in Hungary, you could actually be fined just for having it...
by Anikó Woods | May 26, 2025 | Beyond Budapest, Home & Property
It’s Monday, and I’m still running on the quiet rhythm of a perfect Sunday. Andrew and I spent the weekend in the countryside, specifically Badacsony, which delivered its usual mix of volcanic hills, lake views, and just the right amount of wine. Back at my desk now,...
by Anikó Woods | May 19, 2025 | Government News, Home & Property, Quick Guides & Resources
After months of speculation, leaked proposals, and heated debates, Hungary’s controversial Local Identity Protection Act – also known as the Településvédelem Törvény – is no longer just a political talking point. On 13 May 2025, the final draft of...
