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Berlin: Finding the Right Living Space

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Berlin: Finding the Right Living Space

Berlin is booming, and while the city remains considerably less expensive in the German housing market, it has seen a steady annual rise in home and rental prices to mirror the growth in the startup, industrial, and tourism sectors. With a trending spike in population, the demand for housing in all areas and price points is being mapped out and the potential to make a lucrative investment could not look more appealing than it does right now.

But where does your search begin? Read more

Berlin: Home to Some of the Best International Schools

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Berlin: Home to Some of the Best International Schools

A recent survey commissioned by the BBC, polling 26,000 respondents across 25 countries find out that Germany is the most popular country in the world as evidence of Germany becoming a diverse country. Most of those who gave their votes to Germany were the Spaniards, French, Ghanaians, and Australians, who also contribute to the growing number of expatriates and immigrants.

Leading among German cities that are expat-friendly there is Berlin, the capital city. One of the reasons why people, especially foreigners, choose to settle in Berlin is the strong educational institution established here. Berlin has four universities and more than 25 private, professional and technical educational institutions called Hochschulen, offering a variety of courses to learn. For younger ones, Berlin also has a selection of the best primary and secondary international schools for children in their early years up to the age of 18. Read more

Questions to Ask Your Realtor Before Buying Property in Berlin

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Questions to Ask Your Realtor Before Buying Property in Berlin

Buying a home, an apartment or an investment property is one of the largest purchases you will make in your life. You may spend hours researching properties, inspecting them, working with bankers all to ensure a smooth transaction; but how much time do you spend selecting your real estate agent?

A buyer’s agent is an essential part of your purchasing team. They are often the middleman, the go between, the negotiator for the success and fair price in your real estate purchase. A skilled and experienced property agent can save buyers thousands of dollars and a whole lot of headaches.

So, how do you choose a good agent? What should buyers look for when selecting a real estate agency? Here are the top 10 questions to ask your potential agency: Read more

Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Germany

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Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Germany

In the early 20th century, Paris became the centre of culture and art. This was because it was cheap for a struggling artist or writer to rent a room and be a part of a bustling hub of European culture. Over the last century people with actual money replaced artists and Paris has become an expensive place to live. Berlin is fast becoming the next Paris.

1. Prices for residential buildings have surged 17 percent in the last year; 31 percent in the last five years. Prices still remain low at this point because before 2010 Berlin was still struggling with its identity as a city split in two by eastern and western culture.

2. In the past 20 years, many neighbourhoods in Berlin, such as Mitte, have been transformed from World War II scarred ghettos into trendy quarters teeming with designer boutiques, expensive art galleries and exquisite restaurants. Read more

Strengths and Weaknesses of the German Property Market

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Strengths and Weaknesses of the German Property Market

Every market place has their strengths and their weaknesses. Since the criteria is different for every investor, an open and honest look at the pros and the cons of a market can help to see if that area can support the investor’s requirements. If we talk about real estate market we could notice that over the past year, there has been a considerable amount of focus on the price appreciation and high rental demand that is happening in Germany. What are the factors contributing to this? Is this simply a blip on the economic radar or is this a signal to long term capital growth? Are there any grey areas in this real estate market? Read more

The 10 Top Mistakes Made by Real Estate Investors

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The 10 Top Mistakes Made by Real Estate Investors

Investing in Berlin real estate can be an extremely lucrative venture. This is the reason why many investors come to Berlin to see their capital growths. Unfortunately, success in real estate doesn’t come merely just from investments. A variety of factors has to be taken into account that most beginning investors overlook, costing them huge losses in capital. Keep yourself informed of the top ten mistakes to avoid when trying to establish yourself as a real estate investor. Read more

The Quality of Public Service in Berlin

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The Quality of Public Service in Berlin

What is it that makes the city of Berlin stand up above the crowd? Why should investors look to buy real estate in Berlin rather than in other areas within the European Union? Why is property in Berlin under such a high demand? Much has to do with the quality of life found within this prosperous and historic city. The superior public services only add to the appeal. Read more

Property Price Comparison between Berlin and Paris

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Property Price Comparison between Berlin and Paris

Berlin and Paris are both considered to be prime investment locations both to local and international investors alike. How do these two cities compare in market appeal, amenities, cost of living, real estate prices and returns on investments?

Why Investors Choose Paris
• Paris has featured, on the average, a 10% annual price gain over the past 40 years.
• As a top tourist destination, investors look to the short-term rental market to net above average returns (up to 8% per year).
• The region including Paris has the largest office market in all Europe with the total approaching 50 million square meters.
• Paris is ranked first in terms of economy as it contributed 4% to the overall European GDP. Read more

Berlin in the Movies

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Berlin in the Movies

Berlin, just like Hollywood, has a historical connection with the film culture. Every year Berlin hosts one of the most popular film festivals in the world: The Berlinale. Thousands of movie experts, directors, actors and fans come to Berlin during that time of the year.

Many actors and directors have declared their love for Berlin: Quentin Tarantino, for example, during an interview, said that he would love to live in Kreuzberg. He has also filmed the final part of his famous movie ‘Inglorious Bastards’ in the Babelsberg studio. Read more

Living in Berlin: A City for Young and Old

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Living in Berlin: A City for Young and Old

With its rich tradition of history and culture, Berlin is surely the place to make ends meet. In Berlin, there is a great mix of arts, politics, civilization, and economy. More and more people every year visit the place to experience the beauty Berlin possesses brought to it by years and years of changes. Being the capital city of Germany, this place has the various attractions and recreations for all ages. Living in Berlin has become desirable not just for the younger generation, but also for people facing the early stages of their retirement.

People who look for a place to settle down and avoid overcrowding will find living in Berlin ideal

As of 2012, Berlin’s population has been recorded at 3.4 million, a number relatively moderate compared to other world capital cities. In addition, studies show that Germany has one of the lowest birth rates in the world. Thus, people who look for a place to settle down and avoid overcrowding will find living in Berlin ideal. Read more

German Mortgage Rates for Foreign Investors

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German Mortgage Rates for Foreign Investors

Germany is experiencing unprecedented real estate growth. The median asking price for apartment buildings rose more than 17 % from €1,149 to €1,349 for m2. There have been stable price increases across property type boundaries including low quality apartment buildings to luxury markets. This is attracting the attention of investors – both from within Germany and those from surrounding countries. Locating a suitable investment property is only one step in the property acquisition equation, as most purchases involve some degree of bank financing. Understanding the different types of German mortgage packages and current interest rates can help investors choose their best option. Read more

Berlin vs. London: A Comparison of Rents and Purchase Prices

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Berlin vs. London: A Comparison of Rents and Purchase Prices

Berlin and London are both considered to be prime investment locations both to local and international investors alike.  How do these two cities compare in market appeal, amenities, cost of living, real estate prices and returns on investments?

Why Investors Choose London

  • Real estate prices are rising as seen in a 50% price increase in prime central London properties since March 2009.
  • The pound is strong against the devalued Euro and creates a more stable investment – though a pricier one at that.
  • Investor and tenant demand is growing as supply diminishes.

Economic Analysis of London
In recent years, the real estate market in London has weakened. Forbes.com recently reported, “According to the Land Registry, sales are down 10% from last year, and investment firm Knight Frank notes that mortgage lending is down 30% from last year. A gross domestic product that’s fallen to 0.4% in the first quarter and inflation above government targets are troublesome to investors.” Read more

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