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Should I sell or rent out my house?
We'll show you what factors you should consider when making this important decision and how you can compare the long-term pros and cons of both options.
- 5 min read
- 02.10.2026
Your Real Estate Guide – Knowledge, Trends, and Tips
The real estate price development for residential real estate in Switzerland 2025
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Relocation to Switzerland
- 5 min read
- 26.06.2026
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Everything you need to know about property gains tax in Grisons
- 8 min read
- 17.07.2026
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Lake Geneva Region - Where Swiss Heritage Meets International Excellence
Buyer
Finding Your Ideal Property: Tips for Buyers
Buying a second home in Switzerland – what you need to know
Whether it's a small oasis in the mountains or a vacation apartment with a lake view in Ticino, second homes in Switzerland are a sought-after luxury. But they are also clearly regulated. Here's what you need to know about buying second homes and the tax implications.
Luxury real estate trends 2026
How lifestyle and wellness are redefining premium property
- 5 min read
- 14.07.2026
Relocating to Lugano? Here’s why more and more foreigners are making the move
Summer 2025 confirms a growing trend: the interest of foreign citizens in Lugano is increasingly pronounced.
Seller
Selling Real Estate Successfully – Strategies, Tips, and Insights for Property Owners
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Everything you need to know about property gains tax in the canton of Zug
Anyone who sells a property in the canton of Zug at a profit must pay property gains tax. In this article, you can find out how the tax is calculated, see some examples of the calculations, and discover in which cases a deferral is possible.
- 8 min read
- 17.07.2026
Everything You Need to Know About Real Estate Gains Tax in the Canton of Vaud
Are you selling a property in the canton of Vaud? You’ll owe property gains tax on the profit you make. Learn how the tax is calculated, the most important deductions, and in which cases a deferral is allowed.
AI in real estate 2026
Intelligent solutions for buying, selling and property assessment
- 5 min read
- 14.07.2026
Agent
Our Real Estate Agents: Trusted Advisors, Supporters, and Market Experts
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How do I become a real estate agent?
These are the four key attributes you need as a real estate consultant.
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Moving into real estate from another profession: how it’s done!
Are you feeling fed up with your current job and looking for new opportunities to develop professionally? Are you interested in the real estate sector and can envisage embarking on a new career as a real estate agent? Then read on!
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The success story of Engel & Völkers in Switzerland - an interview with Peter Frigo
Peter Frigo is the founder of Engel & Völkers Master License Residential in Switzerland. Find out more about Peter Frigo and the founding and development of Engel & Völkers in Switzerland in the following interview.
Lifestyle
Tips, Trends, and Inspiration for Modern Living
Searching, finding and buying a gorgeous apartment with Engel & Völkers
Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and is surrounded by beautiful nature. The strategic location of Zurich and the excellent infrastructure make Zurich the city of Finance one of the most interesting places to live in Switzerland. Depending on the personal preferences for an apartment buyers are quickly faced with a limited choice of equivalent real estate in Zurich. You can buy attractive high-quality apartments in Zurich at a reasonable price with the help of our experienced real estate agents from Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz and Oerlikon. You can also benefit from our agents’ market knowledge of Zurich's real estate market. Find your dream apartment in Zurich with our E&V real estate agents, whether you want to buy, rent, or live in the property.
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The world’s top 5 most exclusive ski resorts
Engel & Völkers presents this year’s ski ranking, highlighting the five most exclusive ski destinations worldwide. According to the latest survey by the globally operating real estate service provider, the most exclusive ski properties are currently found in the Swiss Alps: Gstaad in the Saanenland tops the ranking as the location with the highest real estate prices, followed by the prestigious ski resort of St. Moritz in Graubünden. Aspen, in the U.S. state of Colorado, takes third place, making it the most exclusive ski region in the Rocky Mountains. Neighboring Vail, as well as Park City in Utah, also rank among the five most sought-after winter destinations worldwide.
The canton of Zug - Switzerland's tax haven
Zug is a canton in German-speaking Switzerland and is part of the greater Central Switzerland region (Central Switzerland) and the Zurich metropolitan region. Zug is one of the smallest cantons in Switzerland, but with a population of 126,837 (31 December 2018) and 500 inhabitants per square kilometer, it has a high population density by Swiss standards.
Guides
Real Estate Guide - Current Trends, News and Expert Knowledge
Rental guide for owners of residential real estate
Renting a property often involves more work and financial outlay than selling a property. With a sale, the contractual relationship between buyer and seller usually ends when the purchase price is paid. It is not relevant whether the future owner will treat the building with care or not. Exactly the opposite is true for renting! Here you are entering into a longer contract – one that may often last for many years.
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Guide to Taxes and Real Estate in Switzerland
The most important tax questions regarding your real estate.
- 8 min read
- 09.10.2026
Heating renovation in existing properties - what you need to know
The renovation and updating of the heating has become a key issue, especially for existing properties, and should always be given top priority when buying a property. In addition to personal values surrounding environmental protection, future political requirements to replace fossil heat generation in residential buildings should also not be underestimated.
Contact
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6300 Zug | Switzerland
Tel: +41 41 500 06 06