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Real estate commission – Everything you need to know about brokerage fees 2026

The real estate commission—also known as the brokerage fee or agent’s fee—is the compensation for the intermediary or proof-of-opportunity services provided by a real estate agent. Anyone looking to buy or sell property will quickly face these core questions: Who pays the agent when selling a house? How high are the fees when buying? And when is the payment due—after the notary appointment or earlier?

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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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What is the local comparable rent based on?

The local comparative rent is formed from the usual rents of the municipality (or a comparable municipality). The living space must be comparable in terms of type, size, equipment, quality and location. The period under consideration for the local comparable rent is four years. Increases due to increases in operating costs are not taken into account.

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Your real estate portfolio - how should it ideally be structured financially?

One of the clear Advantages of real estate as a capital investment compared to other investment opportunities, such as gold as an investment, is the possibility of lending through banks. It is important to note that the banks evaluate the personal income situation in addition to the property when financing the first property.

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Hamburg tenancy agreement, the model contract for legally secure tenancies

A standard tenancy agreement specifically for Hamburg tenancies is the so-called Hamburg tenancy agreement. It was developed by the Hamburg Landowners' Association. As a Hanseatic organisation representing the interests of private land and property owners, the model contract was originally created to provide assistance to its own members. Not only landlords but also tenants benefit from using the standardised Hamburg tenancy agreement. This is because the standardised tenancy agreement offers legal certainty for the entire housing market in Hamburg. But that's not all. Tenants and landlords of commercial property also have the opportunity to benefit from a commercial version of the Hamburg tenancy agreement. There is also a model contract for the letting of garages and car parks. All three Hamburg tenancy agreements have the same requirements and advantages. With Engel & Völkers Hamburg Elbe, you will also find fantastic flats and houses to rent or buy. Discover interesting properties with us in Baakenhafen, the Elbe suburbs and other districts of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. Find out more about the individual properties:

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How to handle buying and selling a home at the same time

Buying and selling a house at the same time can be a challenging prospect, but sometimes the market presents an opportunity that is simply too good to ignore. If you’re considering a significant offer with limited time or you’re keen to secure a prestige property before it’s snapped up, you may find that buying and selling houses or apartments at the same time is the only answer. In such cases, this is what you need to know.

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