How much space does a family need? Our living culture has evolved: children's rooms, open living areas, and flexibility are in demand. Despite the growing need for space, urban challenges and sustainability remain central questions.
Continue readingReal estate market facing challenges: The 2024 Annual Tax Act does not bring any changes to the remaining useful life. Rapid measures for new construction were called for at the Housing Industry Day.
Continue readingGermany is falling behind its climate goals, with a renovation rate of only 0.72% in 2024, well below the required target of 2%. This could lead to an excess of CO₂ emissions limits by 13 million tons by 2030.
Continue readingOn September 12, 2024, the European Central Bank (ECB) lowered the deposit rate by 0.25 percentage points to 3.5%. The deposit rate is the interest rate that banks receive when they park money with the ECB.
Continue readingEasier and faster to build thanks to new BMWSB guidelines. Find out why more Germans can afford real estate again and why the number of completions continues to fall. This and more in the ACCENTRO Immonews in July.
Continue readingThe privatization of housing has been a central issue in Germany for years, playing a key role particularly in fast-growing cities such as Berlin and Leipzig.
Continue readingSmart cities are changing the way we live Smart cities are revolutionizing the way we live - through more efficient, connected and sustainable technologies. But how do you benefit from this as a homeowner?
Continue readingFound a new flat? Congratulations! But now the serious part begins: the financing. Here you can find out which aspects you need to consider on the way to owning your own home. Keep an eye on costs In addition to the purchase price of the flat.
Continue readingDo you also dream of owning your own four walls? Then watch out: 2024 could be the perfect year to make this dream come true. The latest ACCENTRO Housing Cost Report shows that entering the housing market is particularly lucrative at the moment.
Continue readingNatural living for greater well-being Biophilic design - the integration of natural elements into living spaces - is more than just a trend today. This approach improves the ambience, increases well-being and has a positive effect on productivity.
Continue readingAt the 145th Conference of Building Ministers (BMK) on September 26 and 27 in Passau, the building ministers and senators of the federal states came together to set the course for affordable and sustainable housing in Germany.
Continue readingBleak outlook for housing: The Ifo Institute predicts a 40% decline by 2026. Meanwhile, new funding for eco-friendly buildings is available, and property prices show signs of slight recovery. Is this the turning point?
Continue readingThe ECB implements its first rate cut in eight years. A survey reveals ESG risks for real estate portfolios, and the IW summer survey shows improved sentiment in the German real estate market. This and more in June's real estate news.
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