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Guide: Orderer principle

Since December 23, 2020, the distribution of brokerage commissions for real estate sales has been subject to new legal regulations: If the seller of a single-family home or apartment commissions or "appoints" a broker, they must pay at least half of the commission. However, there are a few things you as a seller need to bear in mind with the new regulations: They do not apply to all properties or all buyers. In this clear and easy-to-understand guide, we explain all the details.

These new rules apply to you as a seller.
What is changing?
Why not just market it yourself?
New rules – higher prices

Guide: Real estate in divorce

Your property is the center of your life, a significant asset, and an integral part of your retirement planning. Unfortunately, it happens all too often that partners grow apart and separate. When a divorce occurs, everything seems to fall apart, and yet there is much to be settled and considered. In addition to the emotional disappointment, there are many legal and financial questions to be addressed. Property owners should think carefully about what should happen to the family home or investment property. With this guide, we would like to inform you about your options.

Sell or wait and see?
What happens to the loan?
Transfer of the property
One wants to sell, the other doesn't
Impartial advisors with an eye for detail

Guide: Real estate in inheritance

No one likes to deal with settling their estate. However, we recommend that you make provisions early on and organize your estate. Even if you want to avoid your heirs having to sell or mortgage the property in the event of inheritance in order to pay the inheritance tax, you should take precautions now.

Right of residence or usufruct?
Gifts during your lifetime
Tax exemption for spouses or children
Tax classes and allowances

Guide: Real estate in the second half of life

Your own property is an important component of your retirement provision—but it can also become a major challenge in old age. Think about it early on! Our knowledgeable experts can advise you! This short guide is intended to give you an overview of some of your options.

Renovation, partial rental, or sale?
Be careful with listed buildings
Sale with real estate pension

Guide: Selling real estate with a real estate agent

If you decide to sell your house or apartment, you have a big task ahead of you. Important decisions have to be made. The sales process is always a process of building trust. The better prepared you are, the easier it will be for you to make the best decisions and find the right experts to assist you.

The advantages of a real estate agent
Impressive performance
Five steps to a successful sale
Special service: bidding process and discreet real estate sales

We answer your questions—personally, discreetly, and on equal terms.

Selling a property in Leipzig and the surrounding communities always begins with a good conversation.

Whether you already have concrete plans to sell or would first like to explore your options without obligation, we will take the time to address your concerns and provide you with honest, personalized advice based on a clear understanding of the market.

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Living in old age – making forward-looking decisions, living independently

As we get older, our needs for our own home change. What used to be perfect can later become a challenge—whether it's stairs, large living spaces, or increasing organizational effort. At the same time, living in old age is much more than a practical question. It's about safety, quality of life, and the freedom to make your own decisions.
Buying a house without equity – realistically assessing your chances

The desire to own your own home is strong—even if you have little or no equity. Especially in times of rising rents, many prospective buyers ask themselves whether it is even possible to buy a house without equity. The short answer is yes, under certain conditions. However, the more important question is whether and when this route makes sense.
Returns through real estate investment – invest strategically, reap sustainable benefits

Real estate has always been considered a stable investment. However, returns are not generated solely by purchasing a property, but rather by a clear strategy, realistic figures, and sound market knowledge. Those who wish to invest for the long term should not make decisions based on gut feeling, but rather on solid analysis.
Tips on financing when buying a house – plan carefully, decide confidently

For many people, buying a house is the biggest financial decision of their lives. This makes it all the more important to find financing that not only works today, but also remains viable in the long term. In addition to interest rates and terms, personal life planning, security, and flexibility play a key role.
Real estate in divorce – creating clarity, making fair decisions

Divorce brings many changes—emotional, organizational, and financial. If joint property is involved, the situation often becomes even more complex. Questions about value, use, and how to proceed arise. Especially in this phase, it is important to proceed in a structured manner and make decisions on an objective basis.
Building wealth with real estate – creating value step by step

Wealth rarely comes overnight. It grows through smart decisions, perseverance, and a clear strategy. For decades, real estate has been one of the most popular building blocks of wealth creation—not because it is risk-free, but because, when approached correctly, it offers stability, predictability, and substance.