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Renting in Germany: Kaution, Schufa and the rent brake
Renting in Germany: deposit capped at three months' rent, agent fees, the rent brake, notice periods and what to check in your lease and service charges.
6 min readWhere to liveBuying property in Germany: notary, taxes and costs
Buying property in Germany: the notary signs the deal, transfer tax is set by each Land (6% in Berlin), plus register and agent fees. Steps, costs, traps.
6 min readWhere to liveBest places to live in Germany for expats: Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt
Best places to live in Germany for expats: how Berlin, Munich, Hamburg and Frankfurt differ on rent rules, taxes, schools and shops, and how to choose.
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