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Real estate market at the Belgian coast
The Kangaroo House, an intergenerational home
The Evolution of Real Estate Prices in Leuven: An Analysis
Luxury real estate on the Belgian coast
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Durbuy, a charming city to discover
Durbuy is a historic town in eastern Belgium, in the Ardennes region. Although it has fewer than 500 inhabitants, Durbuy nevertheless has city status. Indeed, it's actually the "smallest city in the world", and was first granted this status by a city charter which it received during the Middle Ages. The document remains in force to this day, and Durbuy is still a charming city to discover with Engel & Völkers.
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Renovation obligation in Flanders: everything you need to know!
Since 1 January 2023, the renovation obligation has been in force in Flanders. This means that new owners of a house or flat with EPC label E or F are obliged to renovate their home to label D or better within 5 years of purchase.
Walloon Brabant: An ideal Belgian province to buy a house
A symbol of economic success and a lush living environment, Walloon Brabant is a Belgian province that is constantly on the rise. With a rich history and beautiful nature, this dynamic region offers buyers of prestigious properties a number of important assets.
Real estate loans: New historic drop for the "20-year fixed rate"!
This is certainly an exceptional case, but a well-known Belgian bank recently awarded a loan rate of 0.70 % to one of its clients. For both buyers and sellers, the market is currently profitable for all players in the real estate sector. It is therefore an ideal time to make an advantageous transaction.
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Real estate market at the Belgian coast
The Belgian coast is traditionally an attractive location in terms of real estate. With a coast length of 67 kilometers and about 9 coastal municipalities, it is a great location for a second home or investment property, among other things. What makes it attractive for you to get started as a real estate agent or franchise on the Belgian coast?
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Renovation obligation in Flanders: everything you need to know!
Engel & Völkers expands its activities in and around Brussels under new management
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Celebrating the Grand Opening of our New Agency in Uccle
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The IPI: more than a regulator
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Engel & Völkers expands its activities in and around Brussels under new management
The best prospects for real estate agents – Motivated sales talent wanted!
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Steven Beckers: A history of the Belgian pioneer of urban agriculture
At 58 years of age, the Belgian architect Steven Beckers is more active than ever before. After a successful career, he became one of the main advocates of the circular economy and the initiator of urban agriculture in Belgium. An architect out of the ordinary, this portrait shows a man concerned with the harmony between people and the environment around them.
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Belgian praline, a special sweetness
Of course, everyone knows about Belgian chocolate, which has a well-established international reputation. However, we tend to know rather less about Belgian praline which originated in Brussels, in 1912, and has become one of confectionery’s unmissable specialities.
Antwerp is a foodie destination: these 5 prestigious restaurants are the proof
This week I’m taking you to Antwerp ! You can come to visit the museums, enjoy the urban spaces or discover this capital of the fashion world. But you can also come to eat well. Gastronomy holds the pride of place here and there are several restaurants that are not to be missed. The Flemish metropolis is home to The Jane, one of the most famous restaurants in Belgium. But there are many other restaurants that make Antwerp a true gastronomic capital. While you can indulge yourself with the many chocolatiers, cafes and waffle makers, there are also several very good restaurants. It's all about gourmet restaurants as well as breweries or bistros where you can enjoy the freshest fish and seafood.
The penthouse, an original concept
It was in the 1920s, also called "the Roaring Twenties," that the concept of a penthouse first appeared in the cityscape. Penthouses, apartments occupying the area of the top floor of a building, were very popular in New York until the time of the 1929 stock market crash. Afterwards, penthouses became scarcer again, especially during World War II. In the 1950s, people put up towering buildings again, and at the same time luxury penthouses reappeared. To this day, these luxury apartments are in high demand, especially in the centers of major cities.
Architects of luxury real estate
Especially before the Covid-19 crisis, the luxury real estate market was doing very well. Especially in Flanders, there was an increase in transactions in the months leading up to the lockdown. A dozen Belgian architects targeted a client segment consisting of wealthy people.
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