Real estate / mortgages
Home ownership in old age, sell or keep?
The most frequently cited reason for staying in a large detached house is that a rented flat would be more expensive! Whether this prejudice is actually true when you look at the overall situation, what advantages and disadvantages the two variants ...
Mortgage interest rate update and what mortgages have to do with sustainability
After the ECB announced at the end of October that it would not be raising interest rates any further for the time being, the Fed also announced on 1 November that it would not be raising its key interest rate this time. ...
Demographic development and the possible effects on real estate
Demographic trends are a decisive factor for the property market in Switzerland. Population size, age structure and immigration/emigration influence the demand for living space and have a direct impact on the property market.
The base rate will be increased again by 0.25% - Should I amortise the mortgage additionally now?
Although the SNB's interest rate steps are becoming smaller, further interest rate hikes cannot be ruled out over the course of the year. Now the question often arises: "Should I use my savings to pay off my mortgage?
Home ownership and retirement
Will I still be able to afford my own home after retirement if interest rates rise? What else do I need to bear in mind when planning and what imputed costs does the ...
Real estate in the estate: A guide for real estate owners
If the testator has not left a last will and testament (will / contract of inheritance), Swiss inheritance law governs the statutory succession. What options are there to clarify everything during your lifetime, ...