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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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Renovation mortgage: how it works and main advantages

Purchasing a property to renovate is today one of the most strategic choices in the Italian real estate market. The mutuo con ristrutturazione is emerging as an increasingly relevant financial tool: it allows buyers to finance both the purchase of the property and the renovation costs in a single solution, simplifying the overall financial management of the process. Generally lower purchase prices, the freedom to customise every space, and the concrete opportunity to increase the property’s value over time are factors that attract an ever-growing number of informed buyers.

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Home renovation mortgage: how it works and key advantages

Buying a property to renovate is today one of the most strategic choices in the Italian real estate market. The renovation mortgage is establishing itself as a financial tool of growing importance: it allows you to finance in a single solution both the purchase of the property and the costs of construction work, simplifying the financial management of the entire process. Generally lower purchase prices, the freedom to customize every space, and the concrete opportunity to increase the property’s value over time are elements that attract an increasingly wide range of informed buyers.

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Joint mortgage: pros and cons

The joint loan is an option often chosen by couples buying a home in joint ownership of property.

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Rental contract

Beware of traps and read the fine print before you sign

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International Real Estate: Advantages, Tips, and Countries in Focus

Purchasing international real estate is a significant step that requires careful planning and in-depth knowledge. Engel & Völkers accompanies you on this journey with expertise and a worldwide network. Whether you're looking for a holiday home in Tuscany, a villa on the Côte d'Azur, or an apartment on Lake Constance – we support you in selecting international real estate in the best locations, clarify legal and financial aspects, and help you realize your international real estate dreams abroad.

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What does it mean to own a house?

Becoming a homeowner is one of life’s big steps. It’s a major financial and logistical commitment, but brings with it extra security and the ability to put your own stamp on a place.

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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.