Politics & Economy

Property tax reform: What owners need to know now 

The property tax reform has been keeping owners busy for some time - the new calculation bases will come into effect for the first time in many federal states in 2025. Anyone who owns a property should find out about the changes, as they may have an impact on the annual tax burden. Why the reform was necessary The German Federal Constitutional Court had criticized the previous calculation of...

Which new laws will affect property owners in 2025 

2025 will also bring numerous legal changes and adjustments for property owners, affecting both existing properties and new builds. Those who are informed in good time can take targeted action, take advantage of subsidies and avoid unnecessary costs. The focus is particularly on climate protection measures, new requirements in tenancy law and adjustments to tax regulations. Stricter...

New rules for real estate financing: What is changing 

What new regulations borrowers need to be aware of The financing conditions for real estate are regularly adjusted to offer both buyers and banks more security. In 2025, new regulations will come into force that will affect lending and capital requirements. Anyone looking to buy a property should familiarize themselves with the changes early on.

How new EU regulations affect the real estate market 

The European Union is tightening its climate targets, and this has a direct impact on the real estate market. New directives on energy efficiency, sustainability and building regulations are affecting owners and investors alike. Those who act early can benefit from funding opportunities and prepare for future market requirements. Stricter energy efficiency standards One...

Furniture industry: Associations call for more planning security

The BVDM Furniture and Kitchens Trade Association, VDM Association of the German Furniture Industry and the Association of the German Wood-Based Panel Industry (VHI) are calling for more planning security and an immediate program for residential construction in an open letter to Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck. The target figure of 400,000 completed residential units per year seems a long way off to the associations....

Care costs: heavy burden for residents

People in need of care in Germany are increasingly under financial strain. This is the result of a study by the Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds (vdek). The costs for new arrivals in care homes are rising particularly sharply. Their co-payment has risen by an average of 348 euros per month compared to 2022. Even for those who have been living in a care home for some time, the...

Flood: researchers call for better warning systems

In Germany, early warning systems need to be improved and dangers communicated more clearly. This is the conclusion of a working group at the University of Potsdam. Immediately after the flood disaster in summer 2021, the working group asked those affected online how they had been warned about the flood. The results showed that 35% of respondents from North Rhine-Westphalia and 29% of...

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