Mieten & Vermieten

Mietverträge richtig gestalten: Worauf Eigentümer achten sollten

Ein gut ausgearbeiteter Mietvertrag schafft Klarheit für Vermieter und Mieter und schützt beide Seiten vor rechtlichen Unsicherheiten. Wer als Eigentümer seine Immobilie vermieten möchte, sollte darauf achten, dass der Mietvertrag rechtlich einwandfrei formuliert ist und alle wichtigen Regelungen enthält. Rechtssichere Mietverträge verwenden Ein Mietvertrag sollte nicht einfach aus dem Internet...

Leerstand vermeiden: So vermarkten Vermieter ihre Immobilie erfolgreich

Ein leerstehendes Mietobjekt bedeutet für Eigentümer finanzielle Einbußen und kann langfristig den Wert der Immobilie mindern. Damit es gar nicht erst zu längeren Leerstandszeiten kommt, sollten Vermieter auf eine zielgerichtete Vermarktung und eine strategische Mietpreisgestaltung setzen. Dieser Artikel zeigt, wie Eigentümer schnell und effektiv einen passenden Mieter finden. Attraktive Mietpreise...

Granny apartments: Pay attention to details before building

A granny apartment offers many advantages, but it must also meet specific requirements. Owners should consider this before building. Marc Ellinger from the VPB regional office in Freiburg-Südbaden emphasizes that a granny apartment must form a self-contained unit and have its own entrance. The equipment of a granny apartment also includes the kitchen and bathroom, which...

Cable TV: Abolition of the service charge privilege

From July 1, landlords will no longer be allowed to pass on the monthly fees for a cable TV connection to their tenants. This was previously the case for apartment buildings with a shared cable connection. The reason for the abolition of the so-called "ancillary cost privilege" is an amendment to the Telecommunications Act. Tenants can then choose their own provider. For...

Energy providers: Consumer advice center warns of misleading advertising letters

The Federal Association of Consumer Organizations warns against misleading advertising letters from Nowenergy, Primastrom and Voxenergie. These letters suggest a price reduction, but lead to new contracts with significantly higher prices when signed. Customers who sign a new contract in this way would also lose the opportunity to appeal against invalid price increases by the...

Ruling: Continuation of the tenancy may be necessary

Under certain circumstances, tenants can enforce the continuation of their tenancy. This is the result of a not yet legally binding ruling by the Berlin II Regional Court (case no. 67 S 264/22). Tenants were assured that they could remain in their Berlin apartment for a further two years, despite the landlord's effective notice of termination for personal use, and the court based its decision on the...

Bicycle garages: observe building regulations

Permission may be required for the construction of bicycle garages in some regions. The Association of Private Builders (VPB) points this out. Those who already have an existing garage or tool shed usually have no problems. It is permissible to use these. However, according to the VPB, building owners who wish to erect a new bicycle garage should familiarize themselves with the respective...

Sport: Cycling at your desk

Deskbikes offer an innovative way to combine fitness and working from home. This sports equipment can easily be placed under the desk, allowing you to exercise while working. Choosing the right Deskbike depends on various criteria, including maximum load capacity, additional functions and ergonomics. This is what the...

Ruling: Court must renegotiate right of entry for property sales

If an owner wishes to sell or rent out their property, they have the right to enter the property after giving the appropriate notice. But can a court prohibit the right of access to an apartment in special cases? The Federal Court of Justice recently dealt with this question (VIII ZR 420/21, BGH), overturned the judgment of the regional court and referred the matter to the...

Ruling: Longer right to information for tenants

If tenants want to know whether the rent freeze applies to their property or not, they can request more relevant information from their tenant. This was recently decided by the Federal Court of Justice (AZ: VIII ZR 375/21, VIII ZR 8/22, VIII ZR 60/22 and VIII ZR 125/22). The right to information expires within the regular limitation period of three years. The limitation period...

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