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Property prices Canada: Is buying real estate in Canada worth it?

The Canada real estate market is attracting more and more international investors. Whether as a capital investment, vacation home, or long-term wealth strategy – property prices Canada offer attractive entry opportunities compared to other global metropolises. In this article, you will learn everything about current real estate prices Canada, regional differences, legal framework conditions for house purchase in Canada, and why purchasing property in Canada remains an interesting option despite new regulations.

Skilful commuting: Buying a flat in Hamburg as an alternative to inefficient hotel bills

For employees who regularly have to travel long distances to work, staying overnight at their place of work during the week is a convenient option. Hamburg city centre is a typical example: numerous hotels here offer permanent accommodation for commuters. The monthly amounts paid for the hotel stay can be invested much more sustainably: On closer inspection, buying a condominium at the place of work is the much more sensible option. Find out from your real estate agent Engel & Völkers Hamburg Elbe why home ownership quickly pays off for commuters.

Buy a holiday home with Engel & Völkers

Holiday homes usually have several functions. On the one hand, they are the ideal holiday domicile for one's own holiday, on the other hand they are also suitable as a Second home or weekend home. Holiday homes for sale are often sought in order to rent them out in the best holiday regions with a return on investment. So you can buy holiday homes as an investment and cover any mortgages from the rental income, at least proportionally.

Financing your second investment property

Buying a second property is a goal for many capital investors and prudent families. Perhaps you’re considering a weekend getaway, looking for a future retirement property, wanting to size up and rent your current home, or thinking about an investment to pass on to your children. Whatever your reason, you’ll need a solid financial plan.

The graduated and index-linked rental agreement - what must be contractually fixed

What is a land register and what is a land register entry?

When buying a house, the land register entry offers optimal security, because it is almost like a biography of the house. The land register contains information on the origins, the owners and the Real estate financing. The land register entry is reliable and shows ownership of a property in a legally binding form.

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.

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Best ways to finance your home

Who wants to pay rent when financing a property is so cheap at the moment? The low construction interest rates make buying a house or a flat particularly attractive at the moment. However, there are many things to consider when financing - for example, interest rates are very likely to rise again in the next few years. That's why comparing different financial service providers can save you a lot of money, especially when it comes to real estate financing.

Luxury properties from Engel & Völkers

A rustic chalet in the mountains, a country estate steeped in history or a stylishly furnished penthouse - the world of luxury real estate is as exclusive as it is varied. Luxury houses and flats stand out from other properties by more than just a large living space, numerous rooms or the purchase price: a special sense for details, craftsmanship and architectural refinements and the use of exquisite materials distinguish every luxury property. And last but not least, such residential properties are always in the best locations. Here you will find the most exclusive luxury properties in the world and useful information on the development of properties in the luxury segment.

Across the globe - the most exclusive luxury properties worldwide

The whole world of luxury real estate - discover our global portfolio of dreamlike and luxurious properties.

Buy dream properties in Constance on Lake Constance

Living where others go on holiday or buying a holiday property in a unique landscape: this is possible in the Lake Constance region around the city of Constance. With Engel & Völkers you can buy dreamlike properties in Constance on Lake Constance and in the picturesque surroundings of the Alpine foothills. Would you like to buy a house in Constance with a beautiful large garden? Or would you prefer to buy a flat in one of the attractive new-build projects in Constance? Perhaps you would also like a cosy condominium in Constance Condominium with a view of the lakewhich you can enjoy from the balcony or, in the case of a penthouse flat, from the roof terrace. Engel & Völkers is your estate agent in Constance with additional property shops in Singen and on the Höri. The experienced property consultants led by managing director Sven Schäfer know the property market in the Lake Constance region and will find you high-quality and exclusive properties in Constance Lake Constance for sale, such as