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Palaces, castles, manor houses - living like a king in France

Living like a fairy tale in a beautiful chateau, a magnificent castle or a stately manor house - it's not just girls' dreams that come true when they think about it. Palaces, castles and manor houses are associated with numerous stories and take us back to a time long before and long after. Receptions in grand halls, knightly banquets or intoxicating parties were celebrated in these historic buildings. And with irrepressible endurance, these unique buildings are also very close to the Lucerne region.

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Luxury real estate Zurich - living at the highest level

With Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz and Oerlikon, you have the top real estate agent at your side if you want to purchase a very special and dreamlike luxury property. With Ms. Kerstin Kühn's team, for example, you can buy high-quality apartments in Zurich that are so impressive with their exclusive furnishings and first-class location in Zurich that they clearly belong to the luxury segment. Especially in the current new construction projects in Zurich, many condominiums have particularly high-quality fittings and location location.

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The canton of Zug - Switzerland's tax haven

Zug is a canton in German-speaking Switzerland and is part of the greater Central Switzerland region (Central Switzerland) and the Zurich metropolitan region. Zug is one of the smallest cantons in Switzerland, but with a population of 126,837 (31 December 2018) and 500 inhabitants per square kilometer, it has a high population density by Swiss standards.

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Pure luxury: buying real estate with a lake view on Lake Maggiore

Do you dream of buying uniquely beautiful real estate with a lake view on Lake Maggiore? With the real estate agents from Engel & Völkers in Ascona, you can make your dream come true. Properties on Lake Maggiore with lake access offer privacy and unlimited relaxation and sport on the lake. Some of these properties have their own beach access and a jetty for your sailing boat, canoe or motorboat. Go swimming or surfing in Lake Maggiore from your own property or enjoy a tour on a stand-up paddle board. However, you don't necessarily need a property with lake access on Lake Maggiore to enjoy the scenery in this popular vacation region all year round. Fantastic properties with fabulous lake views and a large pool or wellness area transform your main or second home into a real dream property. And the many pools on Lake Maggiore, such as the Lido in Locarno, ensure plenty of bathing fun, regardless of whether you are buying an apartment, an apartment, a rustico, a villa or another attractive property with a lake view on Lake Maggiore.

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Buy a villa in Zurich - Prestigious properties at Engel & Völkers Zurich Paradeplatz & Oerlikon

In the largest city in Switzerland and the surrounding canton, there is a considerable demand for housing, such as a comfortable villa, a single-family house with a garden or a modern condominium. At the same time, the big city is one of the most important financial centers in the world, which means that a lot of money flows into the entire canton. Accordingly, the interest in buying an attractive and spacious villa in Zurich is also large.

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First letting in Zurich - living in a new building

Apartments for first-time rent in Zurich are in demand like never before: there is a great great demand for apartments and houses, especially in the city. For this reason, modern Real estate in Zurich in almost all districts. Numerous New building projects in Zurich are currently being planned, under construction or already close to completion. Are you looking for a beautiful apartment to rent for the first time in Zurich? With Engel & Völkers in Zurich at Paradeplatz and Oerlikon, you have the choice of a high-quality Buy an apartment in Zurich or rent one of the modern apartments for first occupancy. Mrs Kerstin Kühn and her team will be happy to inform you about current and future properties in the new building for first-time tenants in the city of Zurich.

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Selling your property on your own: the important stuff

Why do people decide to sell their property privately? For most people, the cost factor is quite obviously the issue - if there is no broker's commission, then the profit is theoretically higher. However, since selling real estate is not something you do very often in your life, vendors definitely need to plan well. It’s important to have a solid sales strategy and also to avoid certain pitfalls resulting in subsequent costs or even cancellations.

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Property sales: Tips and checklist

Your property is among your greatest assets, whether it be an apartment or a house. It is correspondingly important to avoid mistakes when selling it and to prepare yourself as thoroughly as possible.

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Fair market value

There are several things you need to consider as a seller when selling a property. One of the most important points, which can lead to a decision to sell in the first place, is the value of your property. How is this determined and how is it related to the fair market value?

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Brokerage commission for property sales

If you wish sell your property, you have many options. You can sell the property yourself – to do this, most vendors place listings in the appropriate online real estate portals. This is extremely economical as well as practical since these websites are specifically visited by prospective buyers searching for properties. As a vendor, you must of course take care to provide as much important information as possible since prospective purchasers can filter their searches according to various criteria. We have put together additional tips for you in this informational chart on the subject of selling property on your own.

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The canton of Zug - Switzerland's tax haven

Zug is a canton in German-speaking Switzerland and is part of the greater Central Switzerland region (Central Switzerland) and the Zurich metropolitan region. Zug is one of the smallest cantons in Switzerland, but with a population of 126,837 (31 December 2018) and 500 inhabitants per square kilometer, it has a high population density by Swiss standards.

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Real Estate Guide

Condominium ownership - Renovation fund and value of a share

The creation of a renovation fund is not required by law. However, if the regulations provide for the establishment of a renovation fund, this provision must be complied with. It is advisable to create the renovation fund already in the first year after completion of the property. The contributions paid in are earmarked and serve to maintain the value of the property. They are intended in particular for future renovation work, such as on the roof, building technology or on the building envelope.

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What needs to be taken into account when purchasing a condominium?

There are a number of important points to consider when purchasing a condominium. It is vital that not only an excerpt from the land register be available for inspection, or a cadastral plan, for the housing unit intended to be purchased, but also for the main land plot on which this housing unit is located.

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Legal bases of condominium ownership

In Switzerland, the term “condominium” has been used since January 1965 and originates in Art. 712a et seqq of the Swiss Civil Code (CC).

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Rights and obligations in condominium ownership

The acquisition and holding of a condominium are linked to numerous rights and obligations. The most important regulations and decrees concerning condominium ownership are the following:

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Property - related taxes Advisor

Property ownership can result in a variety of taxes. These are generally determined by the location of the property – namely, in the canton where the property is located. This means that one person owning property in various cantons may be liable to pay taxes to different cantons. In such cases, different cantonal taxation systems come into effect, with the result that the taxation of property can easily become a rather complicated issue.

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