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Real Estate: The Market Holds, But the Rules Are Changing
Autumn 2026 Update: Brussels & Walloon Brabant
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Autumn 2026 Update: Brussels & Walloon Brabant
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When buying a property in Belgium, the asking price is only one part of the total budget. Buyers also need to consider acquisition costs, notary-related expenses, possible mortgage costs, renovation works and ongoing ownership costs.
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Walk into any exceptional property in Belgium, and no two visitors will see exactly the same thing. One person sees a family home. Another sees a long-term investment. Someone relocating from abroad sees a new chapter, while a local buyer may recognise a rare opportunity in a familiar neighbourhood.

New regulations for 2026 in Belgium, explained by Carole De Ruyt, a real estate lawyer at Cairn Legal.

Following a disagreement with the former franchisee, the license contracts for the Brussels, Wavre and Lasne areas came to an end on December 01, 2023. Leaving these territories free within the E&V network, the company has decided to expand its operations, this time under a 100% company owned structure by E&V, and no longer under a system of franchisees in these regions. Following the success of other cities such as Marbella, Barcelona and Milan, these are the first operations of this type in Belgium.
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Many of us share the dream of one day becoming a homeowner. This decision is the assured path to a more secure life, provided you choose your place of residence after considering all available options.

The premium real estate market in the Province of Liège continues to demonstrate positive momentum, supported by strong local demand and a favourable economic environment. Properties priced between €600,000 and €1 million currently represent the core of the region’s high-end residential market.
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As the second quarter of 2026 unfolds, the Belgian residential real estate market asserts itself as a sanctuary of stability against a shifting global backdrop. This season brings a sophisticated influx of premium properties, offering buyers the ultimate luxury: the power of deliberate choice.
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