Immobilien GmbH / Vermögensverwaltende GmbH / Immobiliengesellschaft – Let us help you optimize your taxes, and pay less for your German real estate. How to save money, by forming a so-called immobilien GmbH. You will learn the basics about the topic real estate company. When buying a house or a condominium, who comes up with […]
Saving taxes with real estate – In Germany, if you’re looking to invest in real estate, whether to buy a house or rent out a property, it is vital you get to know the tax system, its loopholes, and how to maximize profits when you invest. Familienstiftungen are an easy way to reduce your tax […]
Additional costs in Germany – It can be maddening trying to understand the German real estate laws and regulations. Below we explain the most important additional costs, and hidden fees which you may not know about. This short how-to guide should let you know a lot about what to consider when buying a house in […]
Buying a House in Germany – What are the details to look out for in your ‘Kaufvertrag’ when buying a house or property in Germany? Buying a house is complicated anywhere, especially when considering the contract, but coming from abroad, it’s even more important to know how to go about your purchasing contract. When you […]
Real estate transfer tax & Table for federal states – Whenever a property or part of a property is purchased in Germany, real estate transfer tax is incurred. But, how much trade tax is incurred with the real estate purchase? The amount of the tax is determined by the individual federal states. As a rule, […]
North America – There has never been a better time to invest in Canadian Real Estate. Canada offers a unique combination of high quality of living, variety in types of property and lifestyle, as well as a strong repertoire of up-and-coming cities. Here a guide to Canadian real estate, the market, where to buy, what […]
Buying Real Estate – What taxes do you have to pay when you buy a house? Below a list of all types of taxes which you have to pay, how much they are, where to read more about them, and what their use is. Everything you need to know about taxes surrounding the purchase of […]
USA – There are a few important taxes to be aware of before purchasing a home. Also called mortgage registry tax, mortgage recording tax, or documentary stamp tax, this tax is one of these sneaky fees. A realtor is often charged with taking these taxes into consideration, yet it is vital that every homebuyer is […]
When you buy a house, there are additional costs. Among them transfer tax. In addition to mortgage taxes, property taxes, realtor fees, you should be informed about the real estate transfer tax, also called, deed tax or property transfer tax. In short, these taxes require you to pay the IRS a certain amount when you […]
Buying and renting: Investing in housing – new construction (as in the visualised cover picture [example property Berlin]) or direct purchase of a property. Many people opt for owner-occupation, but wouldn’t renting be a much smarter alternative (keyword 1: old-age provision; keyword 2: tenant pays redemption)? In this article I summarize some of the experiences […]
Construction Loans – KfW loans are an important and cost-saving component of construction financing in Germany. As a private real estate buyer you can profit from these subsidized loans and decide on an optimal supplementary component of your construction financing. An exclusive promotion over a KfW loan is impossible, since the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau only […]
Buying, selling in new development areas – apartments in old buildings are hardly available, so that the focus of buyers is increasingly directed towards new development areas. If you want to sell an apartment or an entire unit in a new building or offer a terraced house, you should proceed with the greatest competence and […]
