Applying for a change of use: requirements, procedure and approval
If you own a property in Germany and want to change its use - for example from a commercial unit to residential space or vice versa - you often have to apply for a so-called change of use. This is a p...
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Checkliste für den Hauskauf
Der Kauf eines Hauses ist für viele Menschen nicht nur eine große Investition, sondern auch eine tiefgreifende Lebensentscheidung. Umso wichtiger ist es, sich gut darauf vorzubereiten. Wenn Sie strukt...
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DIN 277 explained: What counts as usable floor space?
The terms usable space and living space are regularly encountered by owners, buyers, tenants and investors. The exact definition of floor space plays a key role, particularly when it comes to property...
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Buying or renting: Which form of housing suits you?
Buying your own property means more than just creating a home - it is also an investment in your own future. Instead of paying monthly rent, which goes permanently to the landlord, the money from the ...
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Aktuelle Heizkostenverordnung: Alles, was Sie wissen müssen
Die Heizkostenverordnung (HeizKV) regelt die Verteilung der Heiz- und Warmwasserkosten in Mehrfamilienhäusern sowie in Gewerbeimmobilien mit zentraler Heizungsanlage. Die aktuelle Fassung enthält wese...
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Real estate transfer tax: exploit savings potential & reduce costs
Property buyers not only have to pay the purchase price if they intend to buy a property or plot of land. Prospective buyers should also consider the ancillary purchase costs in their calculations. On...
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Community of owners: Everything you need to know
In this article, you will learn more about selected topics relating to the community of owners:You will find out what is meant by special and common property and what is regulated in the declaration o...
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Good to know for owners: What is behind the right of emergency access
In conversations with homeowners, we often hear the question of what a right of emergency access is and what it entails.What is a right of emergency access?In essence, it is about whether neighbors ar...
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Land register: what you need to know about entries, extracts and costs
Everything you need to know about the land register at a glance: Costs for land register entry, how to obtain an extract from the land register and much more...What is written where in the land regist...
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Incidental purchase costs - what you also have to pay when buying a property
They are simply part of buying a property: Incidental purchase costs. This makes it all the more important to take them into account in your personal financial planning right from the start. In this a...
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Broker commission: How high? Who pays?
The estate agent's commission is an important part of many real estate transactions. The broker's commission, also known as a brokerage fee, is the fee that a real estate agent receives for proving th...
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Haus aus dem 3D-Drucker
Dass die Industrie 3D-Drucker für die Herstellung von Prototyen nutzt, ist längst Normalität. Auch die Baubranche hat seit etwa acht Jahren das technologische Potenzial erkannt und eine Reihe von inno...
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Sanierungspflicht – Definition, Arten und rechtliche Grundlagen
Die Sanierungspflicht beschreibt die rechtliche Verpflichtung eines Grundstücks- oder Gebäudeeigentümers, Maßnahmen zur Behebung von Schäden, Mängeln oder Umweltbelastungen durchzuführen. Ziel ist es,...
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Dissolving a community of heirs: Mastering siblings, certificate of inheritance and house sale
Inherited a property? This can bring joy, but also challenges. If several people inherit the property, a community of heirs is formed in accordance with Section 2023 (1) of the German Civil Code (BGB)...
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Prior notice of conveyance in the land register: significance, duration and costs
The priority notice of conveyance legally protects the buyer of a property. It is entered in the land register and guarantees the transfer of ownership to the buyer. Despite a signed purchase contract...
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Service charge settlement for tenants and landlords
The service charge statement is an important aspect of tenancy law that is equally important for tenants and landlords. In this detailed blog post, we will look at all relevant topics relating to the ...
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Register your second home: Everything you need to know
There can be many reasons for wanting to register a second home. It is not always a vacation property that is only used seasonally. Professional commitments, personal relationships or tax advantages o...
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Calculating living space - calculating square meters correctly
The calculation of living space is an important aspect of real estate that is of great importance to buyers and tenants as well as owners. The correct calculation of living space not only influences r...
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Notary appointment for the purchase of a house or apartment: procedure, costs & tips
The notary appointment is one of the most important steps in the purchase of a house or condominium. This is when all parties (buyer, seller and possibly their lawyers) meet at a notary's office to si...
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What does sustainable building mean? Simply explained - illuminated all around
The term sustainability is found in many areas. For good reason: It describes a principle of action that encompasses a responsible approach to nature and the environment - and these dimensions shape o...
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Sustainable real estate: advantages and opportunities in green real estate investments
"Green buildings" not only make an important contribution to climate protection. As an investment, sustainable real estate can also open up a range of opportunities. For investors, ethical aspects and...
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Pool guide: How to make your dream of a house with a pool come true
With your own swimming pool in the garden you can bring vacation flair home. On hot summer days it offers you a refreshing cooling and for children it is anyway the greatest to splash in a pool landsc...
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