How rising house prices have forced Taiwan to settle for ‘haunted homes’

 In Taiwan, the soaring property prices are leading buyers to consider ‘haunted houses,’ which come at significantly lower prices due to their grim pasts. Many banks are reluctant to finance these homes, fearing future resale challenges and negative superstitions. Before they move in, buyers often engage in spiritual rituals to honor the spirits, showcasing how traditional beliefs continue to shape the modern housing market in Taiwan. In Taiwan, the soaring property prices are leading buyers to consider ‘haunted houses,’ which come at significantly lower prices due to their grim pasts. Many banks are reluctant to finance these homes, fearing future resale challenges and negative superstitions. Before they move in, buyers often engage in spiritual rituals to honor the spirits, showcasing how traditional beliefs continue to shape the modern housing market in Taiwan.