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Video disputes in apartment buildings: When cameras offer security – and when they are forbidden. Video surveillance in apartment buildings is a sensitive topic, balancing the need for security with privacy. Whether in the stairwell, at the building entrance or in the underground car park – even a misaligned lens can trigger conflicts. This article examines when cameras in residential complexes are legally permissible.

Estate Agents in Turmoil: Bundestag Re-examines Continuing Professional Development Obligation When the Bundestag re-examines the continuing professional development obligation for real estate agents, it's about more than just formalities: it affects reputation, legal compliance, and competitive advantages in the market. Those who handle high-quality properties must demonstrate reliability – including in knowledge transfer within the team. What is to be

Rental Law 2026: What Landlords Now Need to Know About New Obligations and Opportunities 2026 will be a year of crucial decisions for landlords. Some legal requirements will reach their deadlines, many municipalities are updating their qualified rent indexes, and energy efficiency regulations will have a direct impact on ancillary costs, contract design, and returns. Early planning prevents conflicts.

Housing shortage curbs recovery: How 1.4 million missing homes are becoming an economic brake. The lack of housing is no longer just a social footnote, but a central growth factor for the German economy. If families, skilled workers and founders cannot find suitable accommodation, labour market dynamics slow down, consumption plummets and investments are postponed.

Inheritance tax in the crossfire: Why homeowners should now take a closer look Rising property prices, new valuation methods, and increasing tax burdens: For homeowners, inheritance tax is no longer a fringe issue. Anyone who owns residential property today should set the course early on – otherwise, unwelcome surprises or even pressure to sell could arise in the event of inheritance. As professional real estate agents, we advise

Interest rate tension 2026: Why every property professional is looking at the ECB now When the key interest rate breathes, the property market moves. In 2026, the European Central Bank (ECB) will remain the benchmark setter for financing costs, yield expectations, and valuation ranges. For owners, project developers and buyers, the interest rate channel determines whether properties belong on the shelf or in the deal flow. Crucially,

Living Goes Digital: How AI Will Revolutionise Property Sales in 2026 The property market in 2026 will be data-driven, fast, and transparent. Buyers expect precise, real-time information, seamless virtual viewings, and clear pricing logic. For homeowners, this means that anyone wanting to sell efficiently, visibly, and legally secure will use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an amplifier – from the initial price signal

Construction turbo fails to ignite: Why Germany's new construction is stalling despite a surge in permits At first glance, the statistics seem encouraging: building permits are picking up again in several regions. However, things remain quiet on the building site in many places. As professional estate agents, we experience on a daily basis why the „building permit boom“ is not yet turning into a construction boom - and which

House prices are rising again - buyers are pushing back into the market After a breather in 2023, house prices are rising again in many regions. In metropolitan areas, attractive medium-sized cities and well-connected suburbs, we are seeing shorter marketing times, more competition per property and smaller price discounts. Main drivers: stabilised or slightly lower construction interest rates, limited

Tenants fight back: why more and more increases end up in court Rent increases are a sensitive issue - legally complex, economically relevant and emotionally charged. In tense markets, we are increasingly seeing that it is not the negotiation at the kitchen table that decides, but the court. This is risky for owners and investors: proceedings cost time,