Aerial view of Nyon old city and waterfront in SwitzerlandAerial view of Nyon old city and waterfront in Switzerland

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.

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Real estate gains tax in Zurich: Everything you need to know

Anyone who sells a property in the Canton of Zurich at a profit is required to pay Real Estate Gains Tax. Find out how the tax is calculated, including a practical example, and learn in which cases a tax deferral may be granted.

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Luxury Real Estate in Switzerland – by Engel & Völkers

A rustic chalet in the Alps, a stately villa on Lake Zurich, or a stylish penthouse in one of the most sought-after locations in Zurich, Geneva, or Zug—the Swiss luxury real estate market is as exclusive as it is diverse. Luxury properties in Switzerland are defined by far more than just generous living space, numerous rooms, or a high purchase price. Rather, it is the keen attention to detail, first-class craftsmanship, architectural sophistication, and the use of the highest-quality materials that define the unique character of such a property.

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Calculating the income value of real estate

The income value is used to value real estate based on its expected long-term return. Learn how the calculation works, which factors are decisive, and where the limitations of this method lie.

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Real value

What is the real value of a property and what does it comprise?

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