How much living space can you rent or buy for your money in Switzerland right now? And can you save money by hopping over to a different canton? New data analysis carried out by ImmoScout24 and Homegate answers these questions and more when it comes to the Swiss property market.
Attempted fraud on property portals has been on the rise recently. Scammers try to trap trusting house-hunters with appealing ads for dream homes. These tips will help stop criminals in their tracks.
Switzerland is on the move: nearly 20% of the population has moved in the last 18 months
Roughly one-fifth of the Swiss population has moved in the last 18 months. The main reasons for moving are moving in with a partner, professional reasons or being unhappy with their current home.
Different sizes, same price: how far your budget can stretch in different parts of Switzerland
In Switzerland, real estate prices can vary dramatically, for properties for rent and for sale alike. The same amount of money will get you a 4.5-room apartment in some cantons and just 1.5 rooms in others. Our analysis shows how much prices can vary.
Homegate’s rebranding was an important milestone in its history. Janina Hopfer, Homegate’s Chief Marketing Officer, talks about the meaning of the rebranding, the motivation for it and what’s coming next.
As of now, Homegate has a whole new look: even after 20 years, we still feel young and dynamic, so for our anniversary we’ve given ourselves a fresh lick of paint.
Do you have a spare room or bed free for a short time? As a real estate platform, we want to help people fleeing Ukraine find temporary accommodations. To help you sign up straight away, we’ve put together a list of providers for you.
Mortgage interest rates: how borrowers can save thousands of Swiss francs
Average interest rates on fixed-rate mortgages fell to around 2% in January 2024. Homegate shows you how interest rates might change in 2024 and which mortgage strategy makes sense in a period of falling interest rates.
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