18. November 2024
The year 2024 brought exciting developments for the real estate market that presented both prospective buyers and property owners with new challenges. Interest rate trends remained the dominant topic: while the sharp rise in construction interest rates in the previous year forced many prospective buyers to rethink their plans, property buyers were able to benefit from a more stable interest rate situation at the start of the new year. Three key interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank and a restrained price trend for real estate provided new opportunities and options to stimulate demand. Office manager Johanna Stritt from VON POLL IMMOBILIEN Freiburg emphasizes: "Anyone thinking about buying a property now could hardly find more favourable conditions.
18. November 2024
The real estate market is undergoing a transformation: the new "Young buys old" development program paves the way for young families to own their own home, while older owners receive support when selling their long-standing properties. This program, which was launched in September 2024, promotes the purchase of existing properties in need of renovation through low-interest loans and grants. It offers a valuable opportunity for both sides - young families can acquire residential property at attractive conditions and older owners benefit from increasing demand for their properties.
03. May 2024
The last two years have had a strong impact on the real estate and financing market. The real estate market was characterized by comparatively high mortgage interest rates combined with significant interest rate fluctuations. In addition, discussions about tightening the Building Energy Act caused uncertainty. Announced renovation obligations and stricter energy efficiency requirements led to falling prices for older properties and properties in need of renovation. But what is the current situation?
09. February 2024
Inheriting a property is generally a positive thing. However, inheritance also brings with it many emotions and legal issues. Especially when several surviving dependants inherit a property and then f...
22. January 2024
In addition to economic, demographic and political factors, environmental conditions, regulatory changes and social events can also significantly influence markets. The fact that these influencing factors have increased in recent years can hardly be denied in light of the pandemic, geopolitical conflicts and climate change. The real estate market has also felt the effects of rising inflation, changes in interest rate policy by the European Central Bank and mandatory energy efficiency requirements for residential buildings.
22. January 2024
Once prospective buyers have found their dream property, the only thing separating them from moving into their new home is the notary appointment. This is because notarization by a notary is mandatory in Germany - the property purchase is only legally binding once a notarial purchase agreement has been concluded. As soon as the buyer and seller have agreed on a purchase price and a written proof of capital or a financing confirmation is available, the next step is to visit the notary.