The generational shift and the generation of heirs in the property market in Austria show a clear change in the priorities and wishes of young buyers and tenants. For the young generation entering the market as heirs or home buyers, factors such as work-life balance, sustainability and flexibility play a central role. Work-life balance and buying a property The younger generation

"Measures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing" was the title of a recent presentation for property agents and asset trustees. Are you smiling? Unfortunately, this is bitterly serious. From 2024 onwards, the European Union will be taking action in the vetting of estate agents and asset trustees. The main reason may be that the Money Laundering Reporting Centre of

In the dynamic world of property brokerage, we encounter people with a wide variety of backgrounds, life stories and identities every day. Our job as estate agents is to treat every single customer with respect and empathy and to understand their individual needs. Whether male, female or diverse - every person has their own ideas

In today's hectic world, more and more people are looking for oases of peace in their own gardens. A swimming pond with plants not only provides a natural and relaxing environment, but also attracts a variety of wildlife. In this article, we explore the fascinating wildlife of a landscaped pond, from the beneficial

Good news for property buyers from 1 April 2024 Incidental purchase costs for property purchases will be reduced (at the time of the newsletter, it was not possible to clarify whether the law had already come into force) The incidental costs for property purchases amounting to 10 % of the purchase price are often known: 3.5 % land transfer tax, 1.1 % land register entry fee, 1.5 - 3

Although location and price are important factors when selling a property, the influence of home staging on the attractiveness and selling price of a property should not be underestimated. Home staging refers to the art of presenting a property to potential buyers in the best possible way by making it attractive, inviting

Spring is not only arriving on the property market, but also in our gardens. A particular highlight at this time of year is the blossoming apricot tree, which is already in full splendour. In this article, you will learn how to deal with the early blossom, minimise possible dangers from late frost and which

Recently, I have been confronted with increasingly tricky questions on the subject of property income tax: Case 1: Divorce The husband receives his ex-wife's share of the house and takes over all outstanding bank loans in return. An instalment payment is agreed when the house is sold. The seller, the husband, is exempt from real estate income tax (ImmoEst) as he has been living in the property long enough.