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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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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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Calculate your Hamburg property tax in a few easy steps

Hamburg has used its own property tax model since 2025. Here we explain what this means for you and how high your tax burden is likely to be, including the formula and a practical example.

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Standard land value in Kiel

If you want to find out about land prices in the various locations in the city, the standard land value for Kiel is a good guide. The digital standard land value map shows the different standard land value zones can be viewed. This gives property sellers and prospective buyers an initial impression of the different land prices with the help of the standard land value in Kiel. As the standard land value always refers to a reference property of a certain size, the stated standard land value for another property must be converted accordingly.

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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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Residential real estate market report 2024/2025 in Halle (Saale)

With our Residential real estate market report Halle 2024/2025 you can expect not only a comprehensive insight into the most important and popular residential locations, but also the development of their prices and important information about Halle (Saale) as part of the metropolitan region of Central Germany.

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What are home construction loans and when should you get one?

Whether you want to take on a new challenge, like the idea of living in a home exactly tailored to you, or are simply having trouble finding something you love in your area, your thoughts may have turned to construction. Building your own home is a way to ensure you can move into your ideal place. However, it does come with a whole different kind of financing – the home construction loan.

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A second home in southern Europe

Good reasons for having a second home in Bella Italia or lively Spain. The warm climate, only a few days of rain each year, and fresh Mediterranean air right on your doorstep! All of this is possible in Spain and Italy. Characterised by millennia-old culture, impulsive cities and internationally renowned cuisine, these two countries are ideal if you are looking for a holiday home abroad. In this article, you can find out which regions are most popular and where to invest in a second home. You will also learn about the regulations and requirements that apply when buying property in Spain or Italy.

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