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The real estate price development for residential real estate in Switzerland 2025

Relocation to Switzerland

A concise overview of the most important steps for a successful fresh start in Switzerland.

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.

Everything You Need to Know About Real Estate Gains Tax in the Canton of Lucerne

In the canton of Lucerne, you must pay a real estate gains tax on properties you sell at a profit. Learn how the tax is calculated, what deductions are available, and in which cases you may be eligible for a deferral.

The real estate price development for residential real estate in Switzerland 2025

Hedonic Valuation – How This Property Valuation Method Works

Key Points at a Glance

How do I become a real estate agent?

These are the four key attributes you need as a real estate consultant.

Brokerage agreement: Points to consider

Are you planning to sell a property? Then you have a choice to make: either you sell the property yourself, which involves a lot of effort, or you hire an estate agent to do the job for you.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Relocation to Switzerland

A concise overview of the most important steps for a successful fresh start in Switzerland.

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.

Condominium ownership explained in brief

Your own four walls at last! Would you like to buy an apartment or have you already bought your own apartment? We explain the principles of condominium ownership and show you what you should pay particular attention to as a buyer or owner.