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Open window view of Lake Constance from a flat in Konstanz – exclusive property with stunning lakeside scenery and alpine backdrop

A condominium in Constance with a lake view - living dreams on Lake Constance

Constance flats with a lake view offer a breathtaking a breathtaking panorama in several respects Panorama, because the historic university town Constance is picturesquely situated on Lake Constance. The district of Constance also stretches through the foothills of the Alps and along the Swiss border. Gentle, green hills frame the deep blue of Lake Constance. The backdrop to this breathtaking landscape is formed by the majestic mountains with their partly snow-covered peaks.

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Straight to your dream flat: With these tips, you can successfully apply for a rental offer

In tight housing markets such as Hamburg, where there are often several interested parties applying for a single rental offer for a flat, landlords are often free to choose the tenant of their choice. Especially if you have found your dream property to rent, for example in Hamburg Eimsbüttel, a convincing application is particularly helpful for the final acceptance. The following tips from your real estate agent Engel & Völkers Hamburg Elbe will help you to appear as confident and evident as possible in the application process for your new flat in Hamburg Eimsbüttel.

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Jork - the paradise in the Old Land

Less than 35 kilometers separate Jork in Lower Saxony from Hamburg city center. Between Stade and Hamburg Harburg, the small municipality with just over 12,000 inhabitants is picturesquely situated on the southern bank of the Elbe. Covering an impressive 62.26 square kilometers, the heart of the Altes Land offers plenty of space for fruit trees, but also for families, couples or singles and their properties. The romantic village has a lot to offer its residents and visitors. At first glance, time seems to have stood still a little in Jork. Charming half-timbered houses adorn the center of Jork and the banks of the Elbe as well as the various districts along the Este. There are no traffic jams or dense population in Jork. As the center of the largest fruit-growing region in Europe, Jork consists of seemingly endless rows of fruit trees. There are said to be around 20,000,000 trees that produce the famous apples as well as other trees that bear delicious fruit. The seven districts are generously spread out in between, where it is still possible to live comfortably and with plenty of open space.

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Multi-family building in Konstanz for sale. Central location, stable rental potential, and long-term value increase opportunity for investors.

Interesting investments in Constance: investment properties for living and working

Constance on Lake Constance is one of the most interesting areas in Germany. The climate has a Mediterranean feel and the foothills of the Alps provide a picturesque backdrop to the already attractive panorama of Lake Constance. The proximity to Switzerland and the conurbations of Baden-Württemberg not only attract tourists to Constance, but also innovative companies and thus attractive jobs. Constance on Lake Constance also scores highly as a university town with a rich history. This opens up Investors interesting opportunities to invest in all kinds of investment property. Whether commercial properties for production, logistics and service providers or dream properties for living in all sizes: In any case, investment properties in Constance on Lake Constance are interesting capital investments for investors from all over the world, regardless of whether you want to buy a Buying a house in Constance or a condominium in Constance with a view of the lake.

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Guide for investment properties

When is it worth investing in real estate and what should be considered? Real estate is one of the most attractive capital investments. They are ideal for diversifying overall assets and often offer attractive tax advantages. Investors can choose between direct and indirect real estate investments. “Direct” means acquiring a specific property, ‘indirect’ means investing in real estate funds, crowdinvesting or a listed REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust).

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Yield calculation for holiday properties

Holiday properties are attractive capital investments that have become very popular. Ideal for partial owner-occupation, as a retirement property or financial provision in old age, holiday properties are usually more suitable than many other financial investments. An accurate yield calculation for holiday properties is necessary, however, because not every in-demand holiday property is equally lucrative as an investment. Apart from the location, amenities and size of the holiday properties, investors are therefore primarily interested in the financial aspects of the investment. How much return can you achieve with a holiday property? We show you what options there are for calculating the return on a holiday property and how you can determine it yourself.

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  • 20.07.2022
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Buying a Holiday Home: Prices and Information on Destinations in Germany

Holidays can be effortless when you can pack your bags without worrying about luggage weight. Instead of bringing everything with you for every trip, owning a holiday apartment means most of your essentials are already there. By purchasing a holiday home or apartment, you gain a second home for vacations or weekend getaways. This convenience is a key reason why holiday apartments for sale in Germany are so popular. Many buyers also opt for houses, ranging from cozy bungalows and single-family homes to spacious chalets.

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  • April 7, 2026
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Why more people are renting for retirement

You worked hard to buy your home and now it's time it worked for you. Around the world, people are questioning the conventional wisdom behind owning their home after retirement and are opting to sell up and rent instead. 

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  • 28.01.2020
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Countries offering a second citizenship by investment

Have you always wanted the freedom of movement, added security and financial benefits of a second or third passport? There’s a growing number of countries offering a program of second citizenship by investment, ranging from idyllic Caribbean islands to prime European destinations. Here’s a look at the options for real estate investment for aspiring global citizens.

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  • 16.01.2019
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