According to real estate agents, despite Hong Kong being the world's least affordable housing market, many buyers still avoid properties associated with "unnatural deaths" such as murder or suicide. Such properties can see prices drop by as much as 50%, and rents are typically about 20% below market rates. This stands in stark contrast to parts of Europe, particularly France, where buyers are often willing to purchase properties through "vente en viager" (life annuity sales) arrangements, with discounts potentially reaching 80% of market value.