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Renting, apartment hunting and prices in German cities.
Germany is drafting a law for a new 'simple and experimental' building type to speed up housing construction. Here's what it could mean for the rental market.
The German coalition government wants to constitutionally ban expropriation of housing companies. Internal SPD critics say it helps the Left Party in Berlin. Here's what it means for renters.
Can extreme summer heat in your German apartment justify a rent reduction? Yes — here's what the law says, what thresholds apply, and how to make a claim.
Germany's new building renovation law is under fire in parliament. Here is what the criticism means for tenants and expats renting or owning property in Germany.
From language barriers to outright racism, many foreigners report serious discrimination when renting in Germany. Here's what expats experience and what you can do.
Thinking of buying a home in Germany? From mortgages to hidden costs, here is what every expat should check before signing anything.
Berlin expats and newcomers are moving to rural Brandenburg villages like Gerswalde. Here's what the trend means for housing, community, and life outside the capital.
Germany is missing an estimated 1.4 million apartments. A new federal draft law aims to speed up construction by cutting red tape and easing building regulations.
Average rents, Mietpreisbremse rules, Schufa explained, Nebenkosten decoded, Kaution limits, and how to find a flat before you even land in Germany.
