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Waterfront real estate in Europe

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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.

Broker commission: Reform 2020

In May 2020, the Federal Cabinet finally discussed the reform of estate agent commission - since then, sellers and buyers have shared the costs of the estate agent when buying a property. This law rejects the so-called ordering principle. In particular, the law makes the division of the estate agent's commission between the buyer and seller of a property, which has not been uniformly regulated in Germany to date, fairer. In the following, we explain exactly what changes the reform to commission entails and why it now pays off more than ever to commission a real estate agent.

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.

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. 

The white town by the sea - Heiligendamm

Vacation properties that are second to none

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.

Zurich real estate prices: Stable market, high demand

Zurich real estate prices continued to show a stable upward trend in 2024. As an economically important metropolis, Switzerland's largest city experiences enormous popularity, even beyond national borders. From urban flair with diverse cultural offerings and entertainment options to magnificent landscapes for recreation, the city and its surrounding canton offer something for every taste. Where does Zurich show its most beautiful side, and how are real estate prices developing? Our Market Insights Zurich provide you with insights into developments and trends!

Buy or sell with Engel & Völkers in Lüneburg

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The declaration of division of a property in Hamburg: structure, content and function

If more than one owner is to be registered for a house, a condominium or a plot of land in Hamburg, a so-called declaration of division is required: This clearly defines the ownership structure between several people who together form the community of owners. If you are planning to buy a property in Hamburg and name more than one owner, you can use this article from your real estate agent Engel & Völkers Hamburg Elbe to find out what the contents of the declaration of partition are and what functions it performs for the community of owners.