Union in the Media

Rosfinmonitoring Checks Cash and Third-Party Funds in Transactions

The article discusses Rosfinmonitoring's measures to control real estate transactions. Alexander Popov, President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, comments on markers of increased scrutiny in transactions, such as cash payments and abnormal prices. He emphasizes that the presence of such markers does not make a transaction illegal, but it may delay its processing.

«On September 9, 2026, RIA Real Estate published the position of Alexander Popov (Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants). The expert listed markers of increased scrutiny: cash; a price significantly different from the market; payment by a third party who is not a relative of the buyer; transactions with non-residents; multiple resales by one person; a series of consecutive transactions with one property; a purchase not corresponding to income.»

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

Rosfinmonitoring Reminds Realtors About Suspicious Transactions

Rosfinmonitoring reminded realtors of the signs of transactions that require increased attention. The President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, assessed the news cautiously, noting that for most ordinary transactions, nothing will fundamentally change.

«The President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, assessed the news cautiously: for most ordinary transactions, nothing will fundamentally change.»

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

Realtors Explained When They Will Report a Transaction to Rosfinmonitoring

The President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, spoke about the stricter control of housing transactions in Russia. He noted that Rosfinmonitoring reminded realtors of the signs requiring thorough verification, such as cash payments and non-market property prices. Popov emphasized that this is a move towards greater market transparency.

«Housing transactions in Russia are subject to stricter control when involving cash payments, payment for real estate by third parties, as well as below-market prices, Alexander Popov, President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, told RIA Real Estate.»

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

Rosfinmonitoring Identifies Signs of Suspicious Real Estate Transactions in Russia

Rosfinmonitoring is tightening control over real estate transactions and urges realtors to be more vigilant in identifying suspicious operations. The President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, noted that special attention will be given to transactions where the buyer or seller attempts to circumvent standard verification procedures.

«According to Alexander Popov, special attention is given to transactions where the buyer or seller attempts to circumvent standard verification procedures.»

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

State Duma Initiatives on Real Estate and Mortgages: Fall 2026

The article examines initiatives related to the real estate and mortgage market being discussed in the State Duma in the fall of 2026. Among the proposals is a ban on cash transactions for the secondary market, proposed by the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants in 2025. Also mentioned is Razvorotneva's proposal to ban transactions over 1 million rubles.

«The Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants proposed a ban on cash transactions for the secondary market (2025).»

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Lawyer: Supreme Court's Clarifications on Dolina Scheme Will Help Protect Homebuyers

Vice President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Yulia Pletneva: if a buyer acted reasonably, verified the transaction, and could not have known about fraudulent influence on the seller, it is wrong to deprive them of the apartment.

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Open the Deals, Police

The President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Aleksandr Popov, addressed the participants of the round table "Combating Fraud in the Real Estate Market" in the State Duma.

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A New Way to Protect Against Fraudsters — The Ministry of Internal Affairs Will Handle Real Estate

Alexander Popov, head of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, proposed an initiative to grant the Ministry of Internal Affairs the right to intervene in real estate transactions when there are suspicions of fraud. This innovation is aimed at enhancing the security of transactions in the secondary market and protecting the interests of citizens.

«Alexander Popov, head of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, proposed an initiative to give the Ministry of Internal Affairs the right to intervene in the process immediately upon suspicion and temporarily block the transaction until it is determined whether everything is in order.»

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In Russia, It Was Proposed to Involve the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Real Estate Transactions

In Russia, it was proposed to allow the Ministry of Internal Affairs to suspend real estate transactions if there is suspicion of fraud involvement. This initiative was put forward by the President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, at a round table in the State Duma, suggesting amendments to the law "On State Registration of Real Estate."

«This initiative was addressed to the participants of the round table "Combating Fraud in the Real Estate Market" in the State Duma by the President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov.»

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Russia Seeks to Standardize Psychiatric Evaluation for Property Sellers

To identify real estate sellers under the influence of fraudsters, a psychological and psychiatric examination is proposed before signing the contract.

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In Russia, it is proposed to make the sale of real estate through cashless transactions mandatory

The Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants proposes to make cashless payment mandatory in real estate transactions between individuals.

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

Managers at a Crossroads: Ranking of the Best GR Directors in Russia

Vice President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Yulia Pletneva, was named among the best GR directors in Russia according to the Kommersant ranking.

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Beyond the Differential: Can the New Idea of Family Mortgages Change the Housing Market

Commentary by Alexander Popov on the idea of differentiating family mortgage rates depending on the region and the number of children.

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Differentiated Rate Will Make Family Mortgages More Accessible for Large Families and Regional Residents

Commentary by the President of the Russian Union of Real Estate Market Participants, Alexander Popov, on the differentiation of rates for family mortgages.

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The Chamber of Commerce and Industry recommended creating a federal register of real estate agents

A unified federal register of real estate agents should be created in Russia.

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

"CHEZ": Initiatives for State Control over Realtors' Activities

Broadcast of the "CHEZ" program on RBC TV about initiatives for state control over realtors' activities.

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

The Prosecutor General's Office Supported the Deputies' Idea to Ban Real Estate Purchases with Cash

The Prosecutor General's Office supported the ban on real estate transactions with cash.

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

The Law on Cashless Real Estate Transactions in Russia May Be Adopted by the End of the Year

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

The Law Prohibiting Cash Transactions for Housing May Be Adopted by the End of the Year

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.

Monetary Offset: Realtors Want to Introduce Self-Imposed Ban on Cash in the Secondary Market

Title and quote are translated; the original is in Russian at the link.