
What has changed for the energy performance certificate since 2026?
New EU directive, harmonised efficiency scale, extended obligation to present the certificate
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- 22.05.2026

New EU directive, harmonised efficiency scale, extended obligation to present the certificate

How intestate succession works
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If a property is divided into condominiums according to the provisions of the Condominium Act (Wohnungseigentumsgesetz, WEG), the following applies: In most cases, the consent of the community of owners must be obtained for the change of use. When this is the case, i.e. whether the change of use requires (internal) consent, can be assessed on the basis of the so-called declaration of division.

The amount of allowances you can utilise

They are the epitome of a cosy living atmosphere and set individual design accents in their various forms, from modern to classic: wood-burning stoves have a long tradition worldwide and are very popular with property owners. What's more, the combination of energy efficiency and design can make a fireplace a real heating alternative, which also makes retrofitting worthwhile. In this article by your real estate agent Engel & Völkers Hamburg Elbe, you can find out why it may be worth installing a fireplace in your house or flat in Hamburg and what requirements your property must fulfil.
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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.

What wills and inheritance contracts regulate

Prices per square meter in the high-end segment up to 10,000 euros

Tips for inheriting the family home

To the north of Constance, the district of Dingelsdorf is picturesquely situated on a slight hillside and meanders along the shores of Lake Überlingen. Here you will find marvellous Constance condominiums with lake views. Or would you like to buy a house in Constance for the whole family at attractive prices? In the quiet residential area of the town with its approx. 2200 inhabitants, you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the green region on Lake Constance between Dettlingen and Litzelstetten. Relax in your leisure time at the lidos or in the Dingelsdorfer Ried nature reserve. The ferry takes you to Überlingen on the other side of the lake in ten minutes. You can reach Allensbach and the B 33, on which you can cross the whole of Baden-Württemberg, just as quickly by car. Even Constance's old town is only around a quarter of an hour away. By the way, with Engel & Völkers you will also find Properties in the district of Constance as well as in other districts and towns.

Legal framework and possibilities for conversion

When a property is part of a company's assets
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