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Speculation Tax on Real Estate: When Does It Apply?
The Attempt to Prevent Speculative Transactions Key Facts In some cases, selling real estate may incur a speculation tax. There are ways to reduce the speculation tax if you have to pay it. Speculation Tax Reduces Profit from Property Sales When you sell a house, land, or apartment, a ten-year speculation period applies. This period […]
Can I Sell My House Without a Real Estate Agent?
You Are the Expert – How to Sell Your House Privately The most frequently asked question when selling a house: Do I need a real estate agent? In other words: Do you have the time and energy to create listings, coordinate viewing appointments, gather all necessary documents, assess your property’s value, and conduct price negotiations […]
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Bathroom Tiling: How much does it cost?
Tiling a bathroom costs on average 95 € per square meter. The price ranges between 40 and 150 € per square meter. Bathroom tiles must be particularly slip-resistant and water-repellent. Different materials can be used. Make sure to align the tiles correctly and grout them thoroughly. If you lack experience, professional help is recommended. Factors […]
27/10/2025
Lowering a Ceiling: How much does it cost?
Lowering a ceiling costs on average 99 € per square meter.The price ranges between 47 and 151 € per square meter. If you live in an older building with high ceilings, lowering the ceiling combined with proper insulation can save heating energy and thus money. Suspended ceilings can also improve room acoustics. Acoustic ceilings reduce […]
27/10/2025
Ceiling Opening: How much does it cost?
A ceiling opening costs on average 53 € per square meter.The cost ranges between 42 and 64 € per square meter. Usually, everyone is happy when the ceiling above their head is intact. However, during certain construction projects, creating a hole in the ceiling is unavoidable. Typically, this involves installing architectural elements like a fireplace, […]
27/10/2025
Basement Renovation: How much does it cost?
Basement renovation costs vary greatly depending on the project. The price range usually falls within the three- to four-digit range. If you want to renovate your basement to modernize it, fix potential damages, or improve energy efficiency, you should expect various cost factors. Total costs depend on the type of work and the size of […]
27/10/2025