Pedro Garcia

There are situations in which a property needs to be sold quickly. For example, if you lose your job, become insolvent, or if the interest rates for follow-up financing are too high. In this stressful situation, owners often make mistakes that lead to financial losses. To ensure that your property does not become a bargain for others, here is an overview of the most important points to consider.

When a large sum of money is inherited, the question quickly arises as to what should be done with it so that it is invested in the best possible way. If the estate includes inherited real estate, this does not necessarily mean sudden wealth, as not all properties are automatically suitable as long-term investments. Many people are unable to assess whether and when the inherited property would be worthwhile as an investment. In the end, their calculations do not add up – in the truest sense of the word.

Anyone who wants to sell their property through an estate agent issues an order and concludes a legally binding contract. However, hardly anyone concerns themselves with the legal basis as a prospective buyer—or did you know that you are already entering into a contract when you request a property listing or a viewing appointment?

Old for new – what's the best way to proceed? At first glance, simply "trading in" your old property for a new one seems like a straightforward matter. But even when choosing the right approach, it is important to make a decision that will have a significant impact on all subsequent steps. We explain what you need to bear in mind.

The price at which a property is sold depends mainly on two factors: 1. the real value of the property and 2. the ability to negotiate this price with prospective buyers. It is often difficult for private property sellers to find the right strategy. Which is better: setting the price high to have more room for negotiation? Or setting it lower and hoping that interested parties will outbid each other? We show you what you need to consider.

There are many other reasons why someone might want to sell their property as secretly and quietly as possible. The mere idea of displaying your living space with your address and contact details on real estate portals makes many people uncomfortable, as anyone can easily view your private rooms via the internet. So how should you proceed?

When you sell a property, it is often only a matter of time before neighbors, friends, relatives, or acquaintances get in touch and express their interest in buying. "Great, the sale will be quicker and easier than expected," you might think at first. Very few sellers realize that there is potentially a lot of money at stake and that they may end up with unexpected problems. We explain how you should respond to the first offer from an "acquaintance."

Owning a home is a lifelong dream for many people. However, this dream also comes with costs: the mortgage must be paid off and renovations and repairs are regularly required. Many owners no longer want to bear this responsibility in their old age. Other life events such as divorce also present owners with challenges regarding what to do with a property that can no longer be kept for financial reasons. But is selling the property the only option in such a situation?

Most people don't sell their homes because they want a change of scenery, but because their life situation has changed fundamentally. Selling your home is just an additional burden that needs to be completed as quickly as possible. To save time, important tasks are forgotten or skipped. This almost always leads to mistakes and problems that cost money. Here, we show you how you can avoid many of these pitfalls.

Demand on the real estate market is currently high almost everywhere. So it's not difficult to find interested buyers and sell your own home at a good price. But what you don't know is how well and how easily you have sold your home in the end. Behind every successful sale, where an optimal price is achieved within a reasonable period of time, there is usually a lot of work and preparation.

Private real estate sellers often tend to make one mistake: they are too optimistic. This starts with underestimating the effort involved in a sale and often ends with committing to a buyer too quickly. This isn't a problem if the buyer is actually solvent and doesn't get cold feet at the last minute. However, unexpected situations can arise even during the viewing and negotiation phase. Here we explain what you can expect in a private sale and how you can master these situations.

Are you looking to sell your house or apartment? Naturally, you want to get the highest price possible. The price of a property depends largely on its location. You can't change that. That's why you should consider which factors you can influence positively. If you come up with good solutions in advance, you will have strong arguments during the sales negotiations and increase the value of your property.

Meter-high stacks of newspapers lie on the windowsill, narrow paths wind their way through the clutter in the rooms, and several piles of junk are piled up in the yard. Anyone who inherits a property like this has a lot of work ahead of them. But what is the best way to deal with a hoarder's property?

If a rented apartment is inherited, the tenancy agreement is also transferred to the heir or community of heirs. The heirs then become the landlords. Inheritance brings with it not only rights, but also obligations. But what do heirs need to bear in mind if they want to sell the apartment, continue to rent it out, or register it for their own use?

Based on the North Rhine-Westphalia Home Ownership Subsidy Guidelines, NRW Bank is providing a subsidy of over €400 million for home ownership. Public subsidies and grants are very complex and require many prerequisites. Let us provide you with expert support.

In view of rising interest rates, potential homebuyers may be wondering whether now is a good time to buy or rent. In this guide, we highlight the possible trends in the real estate market that can help you decide whether now is the right time to buy or rent a property.