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Buyer Guide
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The declaration of division of a property in Hamburg: structure, content and function
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Notarisation and handover: what happens after the purchase price has been agreed
Have you found your dream property in the Elbe suburbs or the ideal buyer for your high-quality property in Hamburg HafenCity? In order to finalise the sale after the purchase price has been agreed, the property must be notarised by a notary. The appointed notary draws up a draft purchase agreement. The buyer and seller then sign this contract at the notary appointment. Once payment has been made, the notary releases the contract and the property is handed over. What sounds so simple actually harbours one or two bureaucratic hurdles. To help you sell your property in Hamburg smoothly, we provide you with further tips for the process. You can find other guides and information about property in Hamburg along the Elbe here:
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What is Micro Living and why is it called the urban living concept of the future?
A look at the current market trends reveals that the large conurbations are still immensely popular as places to live. After all, their extensive offer of jobs, entertainment and general infrastructure fits perfectly with the modern 24-hour lifestyle.
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Investing in real estate - efficient use of your investment
Investing in real estate can be lucrative quickly and also provide you with tax benefits. However, in order to benefit from good profit returns in the long term, you should know a few things about investing in real estate in order to secure your investment in the best possible way. The real estate market offers you numerous opportunities.
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Investment guide for investment properties
When an investment in real estate is worthwhile - and what to consider.It is not without reason that real estate is one of the most attractive investments. They are ideal for diversifying the overall assets or portfolio and often offer attractive tax advantages. On the one hand, investors have the choice between real estate funds, crowdinvesting in real estate and an exchange-traded REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust). On the other hand, there is the Direct investment in real estate - the "capital investment at your fingertips", which can be managed in a more targeted manner than other investments.
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Real estate financing
Would you like to invest in a property and borrow money from a bank to do so? Then you should find out more about real estate financing here. Real estate financing is a financing model that is specifically geared towards real estate. These financing models are often difficult to understand and complex for the layperson.
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Seller Guide
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Letting residential property
- 4 min read
- 01.11.2023
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Private subletting - what is permissible and what is not?
You want to sublet your apartment? Whenever a contract is signed, the signatories should be aware of the applicable legal situation in order to avoid any subsequent disputes resulting from inadequate knowledge of the law. This also applies to subletting your own four walls. We would like to inform you about the most important legal principles by answering frequently asked questions.
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Lofty ambitions for your home: the value of attic conversions
What if there were thousands of pounds just waiting for you in your loft? Attic conversions are considered among the top ways to increase your home's selling power by real estate agents, adding up to 20% to the value. Whether you've got a penthouse suite, a games room or cosy library in mind, transforming your loft can add space to your property and increase your return on investment.
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Rezoning: What about fire protection and parking?
Office instead of restaurant? Gastronomy instead of retail? When a change of tenant is imminent, owners of a commercial unit sometimes think about letting another industry move in. But then a change of use must be applied for. What should owners know about this?
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Example of hotel use
Hotel properties are Purpose-built properties with an infrastructure and furnishings geared to the purpose of tourist accommodation. Especially in the case of small and medium-sized hotels in central locations, a change of use to profitable residential use is often an economically attractive option for the property owner.
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Real Estate Agent
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Jobs for School leaver, student and graduates at Engel & Völkers
Talented individuals with a passion for the property industry can expect a dynamic and international working environment at Engel & Völkers with minimal hierarchical structures and short decision-making processes. Whether as a trainee, intern, working student or graduate just starting out on the career ladder: take on responsibility right from the outset. It’s an ideal opportunity to get involved, test the waters and prove yourself. If you identify with our values competence, passion and exclusivity, you will feel right at home with Engel & Völkers.
The Engel & Völkers Academy
- 5 min read
Start-up assistance for every franchisee: the franchisor's services
What is the difference between real estate agent and real estate salesperson?
What is the real estate agent's salary?
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Real estate agent: How to sucessfully make the career change
The real estate agent career-change programme is aimed at those who previously worked in another profession and are now looking for a career change. The reasons for this can be varied and always depend on the individual person. However, one thing is always the same when deciding to change jobs the process of working yourself up the ladder again. Becoming a real estate agent allows you, as a career changer, to enjoy success without the lengthy process of working your way up within the industry. For anyone who enjoys selling real estate, appreciates design and architecture, is interested in developments on the real estate market and is also looking for an all-around fulfilling profession, the real estate industry is made for you. Because the real estate industry, in particular, offers attractive, alternative careers for architects and designers. Below, we will go through some of the general key qualifications as well as some career and job tips if you want to become a real estate agent.
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Become the best real estate agent. With Engel & Völkers.
We’re looking for you! People with a passion for and fascination with real estate – from industry newcomers to experienced agents. Anyone can become a real estate agent, but not everyone makes it a success. As a global property company with an incredibly strong brand, we can help you succeed, and we look forward to getting to know you.
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E&V job insights: behind the real estate assistant job description
There's more to the world of real estate than becoming an agent. From advisors to more executive roles, your path into the world of luxury property could be a rich and varied experience, leading from practical positions into more consultative capacities throughout your career. If you're hoping to get your foot in the door at a luxury property agency, one role you might consider applying for to begin amassing a thorough knowledge of the industry is a that of a real estate assistant.
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A career of your own making: The independent work of a real estate agent at Engel & Völkers
Flexible working hours, exciting customer contacts, attractive earning opportunities - all of which are offered by a career as a real estate agent. Often, however, real estate agents are faced with the challenge of achieving these goals through self-management and personal responsibility. Learn how Engel & Völkers supports you to work independently and thus take your career to the next level.
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