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How to make a home purchase proposal

Buying a property is a choice that must be considered and that deserves an accurate formulation of the home purchase proposal

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4 walls, lots of light: that's loft living

Living in a loft is the dream of many. However, very few people know how much work and expense goes into a luxury property like this. The reason is mainly historical. Large spaces, often with high vaults and porous walls. In fact, all lofts are characterised by an industrial feel. Today, old buildings built during the Industrial Revolution are among the most sought-after properties. And no wonder: when the first dwellings came into being, it was precisely disused industrial sites that housed them. Economic activities had in fact long since moved away, leaving the original areas in a state of neglect. Due to a lack of living space, moreover, the areas were often populated by enthusiastic young people with high hopes, who thus developed the stylistic traits that are typical of a loft today: large, open surfaces with cosy corners and spaces dedicated to work.

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What you need to know about rent deposits

Moving into a new rental apartment is usually a time that involves a lot of effort on the part of the tenant due to the moving process and often also a certain degree of uncertainty about the new living circumstances. The landlord also hopes to have made a good choice as regards his new tenant. To pave the way for a pleasant tenancy for both parties, it is important to recognise the respective rights and obligations and to lay them down in the rental contract.

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The importance of the Due Diligence for real estate

Due diligence consists of analyzing all the documents related to the property and verifying compliance with current regulations concerning the cadastral, urban planning, plant engineering, and construction aspects of the property. These are necessary conditions to make the property suitable for sale. Due diligence is a true protective tool for the buyer, which is why it is a crucial step in the property purchase process and should be carried out well before signing a purchase proposal.

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Market trend: smart cities

Smart city: an elegant and catchy expression, which nevertheless has a not inconsiderable polarising potential. Below, we try to explain why. With the arrival of the new millennium, the English term 'smart' has become widely used in areas such as business, politics and even building design. Translated as 'smart, talented, effective', the word has a decidedly positive connotation, thus drawing more and more attention to itself. Initially, the concept mostly indicated a way of reacting to the social challenges of the time. These included managing the financial crisis, demographic change, ecology, environmental protection and resource recovery.

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Back to School with Engel & Völkers: introducing “The Dream House”

September is the month of new beginnings: the return to school, the energy of a fresh year starting. To make this moment even more special, Engel & Völkers is launching the new campaign “The Dream House,” a project that celebrates childhood, creativity, and the value of the home as a place of growth and togetherness.

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