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KfW brings a breath of fresh air: New EH55 funding scheme set to finally kick-start construction projects again After months of subdued construction activity, a turning point is on the horizon: KfW

Mortgage rates continue to rise – why 2025 will be a stress test for property buyers 2025 will bring a new reality for many prospective buyers: higher mortgage rates, stricter

Property annuities are making a comeback: how older people can secure new financial freedom For many people, their own home is their largest asset – and

BFH ruling on property tax: Why property owners should take a closer look now The new property tax will come into force nationwide from 2025. Many property owners have already received assessment notices regarding

NRW ruling overturns higher business rates – what this means for property owners now A recent ruling from North Rhine-Westphalia has overturned a local authority by-law

Are mortgage rates set to rise? Experts expect financing to become more expensive for homebuyers in 2026 Following a lull in mortgage rates in 2024 and a period of sideways movement

Index-linked rents in flux: Why the planned reform is causing a stir among tenants and landlords Index-linked rents have become much more significant in recent years: The

Charging points in the basement – how e-mobility is now a key factor in the appeal of residential locations E-mobility has gone from being a trend to becoming the norm. For blocks of flats and

House prices in freefall: Why buyers will have the best opportunities in major cities in 2025 After years of rapid price rises, the trend in the housing market is reversing: in many