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Dream home sold: Example of successful Engel & Völkers marketing

A dream home spanning 240 square meters, with a paradisiacal garden overlooking the southern part of Bochum – no doubt, Jens Marbach’s former residence exudes style. Despite his experience in real estate transactions, the entrepreneur was concerned about the challenging market conditions: "Will I really be able to sell my house at a fair price?" With the support of the real estate experts at Engel & Völkers, the sale turned into a success story.

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  • 07.02.2025
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The energy performance certificate - an important document for selling a house

If you want to sell your house or apartment, an up-to-date energy performance certificate, which provides information about the energy efficiency of your property, is one of the most important documents of all. Since the Energy Saving Ordinance (EnEV) of 2014, such an energy certificate is mandatory if you want to sell your Sell your property want to sell your property. The most important questions about the energy certificate are explained below.

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Zurich real estate prices: Stable market, high demand

Zurich real estate prices continued to show a stable upward trend in 2024. As an economically important metropolis, Switzerland's largest city experiences enormous popularity, even beyond national borders. From urban flair with diverse cultural offerings and entertainment options to magnificent landscapes for recreation, the city and its surrounding canton offer something for every taste. Where does Zurich show its most beautiful side, and how are real estate prices developing? Our Market Insights Zurich provide you with insights into developments and trends!

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  • 16.12.2024
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Mandatory refurbishment: What measures does the GEG provide for?

The German government and the EU want to contribute to climate protection by improving the energy efficiency of properties. According to the provisions of the Building Energy Act (GEG), owners of houses and apartments are obliged to carry out certain refurbishment measures in their property, such as replacing heating systems that are too old or insulating the roof. Real estate agent Engel & Völkers Cuxhaven will be happy to advise you on all issues relating to your property. In this article, you can find out everything you need to know about the upcoming renovation obligation and our exclusive services that could be helpful in this context. Find out more!

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From childhood dream to garden designer: an interview with landscape designer Grit Kaysa

We are delighted to introduce you to Grit Kaysa, who has been developing individual concepts for landscapes and gardens in northern Germany with "KaysaGärten" for almost 10 years. Her love of gardens and their design began in her childhood and has developed over the years into an impressive career as a garden designer.

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Standard land value Lübeck

The standard land value in Lübeck provides information on the average land price per square meter within certain standard land value zones. The expert committees in Schleswig-Holstein publish the current figures every other year. The standard land value for Lübeck allows property sellers as well as prospective buyers to get an first impression of the land values in the various locations of the Hanseatic city. But what exactly does the standard land value say? Is it helpful in determining property prices for sale in Lübeck?

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