2026 Earned Income Tax Credit: Expanded Eligibility via 8-Month Extension for Business Registration

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a cash benefit paid to households with earned income, rather than a tax. Notably, starting with the 2026 payment cycle, a pathway has opened for freelancers who previously had business income but registered their business late. This revision to the Enforcement Decree by the National Tax Service is … Read more

Daewang Neighborhood Park in Bundang-gu: Venue for Rally Urging Construction of Gyeonggi Southern Metropolitan Railway

On the afternoon of October 1, 2026, Daewang Neighborhood Park in Bundang-gu became a hub for citizens’ voices demanding the construction of the Gyeonggi Southern Metropolitan Railway. Seongnam Mayor Shin Sang-jin and Yongsin Special City Mayor Lee Sang-il, along with representatives from the Citizens’ Alliance, earnestly requested that the railway be included in the 5th … Read more

Notice of Schedule Change for Special Allocation for Persons with Disabilities at Bucheon Daerang How Story Descent

At the request of the developer, the schedule for the institutional recommendation for the special allocation for persons with disabilities at Bucheon Daerang How Story Descent has been changed to the first phase. The period for in-person applications at the community center remains the same as before, but the detailed schedule, including the resident recruitment … Read more

How to Apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): 2026 First Half Deadline and Benefits Summary

Single-person households can receive up to 1.75 million KRW, while three-person households can receive up to 3.3 million KRW in substantial support. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) program, operated by the National Tax Service, provides up to 1.15 million KRW (for the first half) or more, paid twice a year, by applying both labor … Read more

2026 Real Estate Brokerage Fee Rates: How to Save Money

As of 2026, the maximum brokerage fee for a 900 million KRW apartment transaction is 1.95 million KRW. This follows the standard agreement table from the Financial Settlement Institute, though the actual amount may vary depending on exemption grounds or settlement methods. Today, we will explain the formula for calculating fees and legal ways to … Read more

How to File a Claim for Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance’s Actual Cost Insurance and Tips for Simplifying Hospital Documentation

For Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance actual cost insurance policyholders, the fastest way to get reimbursed for medical expenses is to submit documents through the Silson24 app or website. In the past, you had to manually obtain receipts and detailed medical expense statements and send them via fax, but now, as more hospitals are connected … Read more

Emergency Economic Headquarters Meeting Held; Second On-Site Corporate Investment Support Plan Announced

On October 1, 2026, a meeting of the Emergency Economic Headquarters, concurrently serving as the Economic Ministers’ Meeting, was held at the Government Sejong Center in Seoul, chaired by Lee Hyeong-il, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy. At this meeting, a field-focused support plan for corporate investment and innovation, jointly prepared by … Read more

Cheongna Sky Bridge 2026: A Complete Guide to the Observation Deck, Edge Walk, and Yeongjong Connection

The Cheongna Sky Bridge has evolved from a simple bridge into a central hub for West Coast tourism. Since its opening in May 2024, the “Edge Walk” and observation deck have attracted numerous visitors, establishing the bridge as a representative landmark of Incheon. By directly connecting Yeongjong Island and Cheongna, it has created clear traffic … Read more

October 2026: Seoul Housing Market Outlook and Practical Strategies from Licensed Real Estate Agents

Seoul apartment prices have risen for 86 consecutive weeks, but Gangnam and Yongsan have already turned to a downward trend. In contrast, the outer districts of Seoul are leading the upward momentum. This polarization is attributed to tax reform and changes to the long-term holding special deduction. From the perspective of licensed real estate agents, … Read more