Germany is building as little as it has in 13 years. According to the Federal Statistical Office, only 206,600 new dwellings were completed in 2025 — a drop of 18 percent compared to 2024 and the lowest figure since 2012. What reads like an industry statistic is in reality a structural failure with concrete consequences […]
By 2030, Germany will need 2.4 million new apartments. At the current construction pace, only 1.3 million will be completed. What is structurally necessary – and why social housing is in the greatest short supply.
Building type E — “Experimental Building” with reduced DIN standards — is supposed to reduce construction costs by 15 to 20 percent. The Federal Minister of Construction is driving the initiative forward. An objective analysis: What is realistic, and what is hype?
Destatis reports a +3.3 percent increase in new construction prices for February 2026. While construction activity declines, costs continue to rise — a classic stagflation scenario. What this means for developers, buyers, and investors.
The German Tenants’ Association estimates the housing deficit at 1.4 million units. Compared to an annual demand of 400,000 units, only 215,000 are completed. An analysis of the causes, regional distribution, and long-term consequences.
Building your own home is often the biggest investment in many people’s lives. The role of a building surveyor should not be underestimated here, as this expert ensures the quality and value of the investment. But how can the true value of a building surveyor be recognized and to what extent is this service a […]
The choice of the right prefabricated house provider determines construction time, final price, and living quality for the next 80 to 100 years. Anyone looking for a reputable manufacturer in Germany faces around 80 active brands — from timber panel construction through solid prefabricated houses to design objects with glass facades. Before deciding on a […]
Lukinski’s villa building plan – Are you dreaming of your own villa but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, my little Lukinski villa building plan shows you all the steps from planning to moving in, explained simply and clearly. Whether you opt for a classic, Mediterranean or modern style, here you’ll learn what to […]
Construction interest rate comparison – If you want to realize the construction project of your dreams, it is important that you keep an eye on the costs. The 8 tips from construction financing experts explain in simple terms what you should check when choosing your financing partner. A key cost item is the construction interest […]
Calculate rental yield vs. purchase price factor – What is actually the difference between purchase price factor and gross rental yield? Real estate beginners and novices often hear two technical terms when it comes to property valuation, purchase price factor and gross rental yield (simply rental yield). Both help with quick property valuations so you […]
Exclusive properties like villas, large properties like new buildings, special projects like land, forest land, agricultural land & Co. – In this article we talk about the mistake, or risk and danger of private sales of larger properties and projects, or land or properties in need of renovation over 30, 40 or 50 residential units. […]
