As part of an owners’ association, you are required by the German Condominium Act (WEG) to pay a so-called maintenance reserve. In this article, we will give you an overview of the most important information about the financial reserve.
In times of high construction costs and interest rates, you are exactly right as a landlord, because the demand for real estate for rent is growing. At the same time, it is still worthwhile to make the house or apartment particularly attractive. On the one hand you counteract vacancies, on the other hand you increase the living quality of your tenants and achieve an ideal rent. In this article, we tell you which measures are worthwhile in detail.
As a property owner, you want to make sure your property is in good shape for the long term. For this, continuous care is essential. We explain what is important in property maintenance, so that you can enjoy for a long time and at the lowest possible cost.
Cold, moisture, snow, ice, storm and frost – a real challenge not only for us humans, but also for the property. When autumn comes, the right precautions must be taken. We have put together a few tips for you so that your house will “look good” next spring and will not have suffered any damage.
The higher the outside temperatures rise in summer and the longer the heat wave lasts, the more the house or apartment heats up. This is especially true for poorly insulated roofs, southern exposures and attics.
Vacation time is travel time. In order for you to be able to open the front door relaxed when you return from your vacation, some things need to be considered beforehand. We have put together a few tips for you.
A beautiful garden does not fall from the sky. It needs work, brains and care. We have collected a few tips and ideas for you. So that the summer also keeps what it promises.
Anyone who bought his house after February 1, 2002, must professionally insulate the roof truss or attic. If he fails to do so, he will face severe fines. The Energy Saving Ordinance (EnEV) contains regulations on the mandatory renovation of old buildings. Violations of these regulations are punishable by fines of up to 50,000 euros.
When it comes to saving energy, the first thing many owners think of is replacing their heating system. At the same time, you must not neglect the insulation of your property. Your heating system can be as modern as it is – if the windows are leaky or the facade insulation is inadequate, the heat escapes immediately and ensures poor energy efficiency. We explain simple tips on how to better insulate your property and effectively save on heating costs.
Making good things better, renewing old things, letting the future in: The refurbishment and modernization of real estate in Hamburg is an important part of urban development. There are numerous funding opportunities and tips that can help make properties more energy efficient, increase home comfort, and increase property values.