The Silent Messages of the €1.1 Billion Package for Property Owners, Pensioners, and Entrepreneurs

A major blow to tax evasion for property owners, support for low-income pensioners in case of minimal or no increase, and state intervention in investments amid potential slowdown due to tariffs—these are the silent messages behind the government’s triple announcement on April 22, 2025. The package includes: first, rental refunds up to €800 annually; second, a €250 subsidy for low-income pensioners; and third, an additional €500 million boost to the Public Investment Program. This new phase in the fight against tax evasion targets property owners, urging them to declare their true rental income with incentives like ENFIA reductions or tax coefficient adjustments. Meanwhile, the €250 subsidy could act as a buffer for low-income pensioners if economic growth slows down, leading to smaller or no pension increases. Lastly, the increased public investment aims to bridge any anticipated investment gaps caused by international tariff disputes, ensuring steady development even as private sector investments may falter.