On September 21, the SNB surprisingly refrained from raising its key interest rate. What does this mean for mortgage interest rates?
The National Council and Council of States have been looking for a compromise since 2017. What is the current status and who benefits most?
The canton of Ticino has tightened the rules for private landlords of vacation homes/apartments with the Lex Airbnb. We have analyzed the situation.
On June 22, 2023, the SNB raised its key interest rate for the fifth time in twelve months. What does this mean for homeowners and real estate buyers?
The SNB has raised the key interest rate despite the financial crisis. What does that mean for mortgage rates? How will they develop by year's end?
In 2022, the SNB raised its key interest rate three times. This has consequences for mortgage rates. How will they develop until the end of 2023?
The SNB's key interest rate hike has slightly curbed demand for residential property. Nevertheless, only a few experts expect prices to fall.
With its 2nd key interest rate hike this year, the SNB has ended the period of negative interest rates. How does this decision affect mortgage rates?
With the first increase in key interest rates in 15 years, mortgage rates in Switzerland are also rising. What effects does this have for homeowner?
The Confederation has up to 50,000 refugees from Ukraine. The asylum centres only have space for a few thousand. How can we help?
Real estate prices have continued to rise. According to a UBS study, the market in Zurich is considered overheated. What does that mean for you?
The new real estate platform UBS key4 mortgages and Houzy are entering into a partnership. Together we are expanding our offering for homeowners.
A solar power system is ecologically and economically worthwhile. We have summarised the 7 steps from the initial idea to installation for you.
Replacing old windows is worthwhile in several ways. Among other things, because you save a lot of energy. What other reasons are there for replacing
With a new balcony you increase your living space and improve your quality of life. We explain what you should pay attention to when adding a balcony.
The banks require higher equity capital for a vacation apartment or home. We explain how you can still get a mortgage.
Do you want to transform your kitchen into a kitchen-living room, have the facade plastered or have a walkway laid in the garden? Ask a mason.
Winter can cause considerable damage to your home. We tell you how to winterproof your house.
Do you want to buy a house? Then you should thoroughly check the substance and condition during the inspection. Our checklist will help you.
With new windows, you save a lot of energy and thus money in the long run. We reveal what you should look out for when replacing your old windows.
In November, it's high time to prepare your garden and plants for the coming winter season. We explain step by step how.
What to do when children move out, after a divorce or in the case of death? A new building often makes more sense than rebuilding or renovating.
When you sell your house or apartment, a lot of money is at stake. Therefore, choose the right broker - and pay attention to the realtor commission.
With Tesla entering the market, interest in solar tiles is increasing. What should you know before you have your house roof covered with solar tiles?
Pension funds play a crucial role for house purchase. Read here what you need to bear in mind when making an advance withdrawal of the required equity
Death is a taboo, no one likes to think about it. Nevertheless, you should think about your inheritance plan. Especially as a homeowner.
With a façade renovation, you protect your house and maintain its value in the long term. You also reduce electricity consumption and protect the envi
A new floor covering changes the character of rooms. How much does the material and the work cost - and why is it worth hiring professionals?
No floor covering lasts forever. Carpet lasts on average 10 to 15 years, parquet 25 to 50. What should you look for when replacing a floor covering?
Not everyone feels at home in a condominium or a detached house. With our nine questions you can find out what suits you best.
Sweating regularly strengthens the immune system and relaxes. How much space and money do you need for a sauna at home - and how to sweat properly?
In the golden October, enjoy your garden and prepare all the plants for the winter. Read everything about October's gardening.
With a new parquet floor you change any room. Wood has a warm effect, so parquet floors are especially suitable for living rooms and bedrooms.
An energy management system increases the self-consumption of households with photovoltaic systems, stores solar power and reduces energy costs.
Roof renovation can cost several 10,000 francs. You can get part of this back as a subsidy if you renovate your roof to make it more energy-efficient.
Sooner or later, homeowners or co-owners who heat with oil will have to replace their oil heating. How much does a climate-neutral alternative cost?
Do you want to sell or give your house or apartment to a child during your lifetime? We explain what you need to pay attention to in order to avoid di
With a new bathroom, you will massively upgrade an older house or apartment, increase living comfort and increase the sales value.
A heat pump protects our environment and your budget. It pays off in long term. No matter if you build a house or renovate your heating system.
House roofs last for about 50 years. But sometimes they need to be renovated sooner. We have researched the costs of a new roof for you.
Ventilation is particularly important in winter. It regulates the relative humidity, prevents humidity damage and makes you feel at home.
You can harvest a lot in September and should slowly but surely prepare your garden for the cold season and the next spring.
Property prices have doubled since the turn of the millennium. Now price growth has slowed. Will property prices fall soon?
A heat pump to replace an old oil or gas heating system costs 30,000 to 50,000 Swiss francs. Where can you get subsidies for a new heating system?
Sooner or later, the first renovations will be due. If you plan the work cleverly, you can save a lot of money. We explain how.
With smart home solutions, you can automate many tasks at home or control them conveniently from a distance. How much do you have to invest for this?
Tinsmiths perform all metal work on the roof and facade. From the repair of gutters to the installation of dormer windows or skylights.
Supply and demand determine the prices of houses and flats. A well-founded market value estimation is the basis for all price negotiations.
After 10 years you will have to calculate with the first renovation costs for your house. Plan the measures early and save money.
If you own a house that was built before the 1980s, a renovation may make sense. How much does a total renovation cost in Switzerland?
Sooner or later, condominium owners have to deal with expensive renovations. That is why it is worth having a renovation fund.
Do you want to rent out your house or apartment on Airbnb? In our overview you will find everything you need to know and consider as a landlord.
Smaller and larger power guzzlers are hidden in every household. With our energy-saving tips, you can reduce your energy consumption.
In hot August, the main thing is to provide all the plants with enough water. But there is more work to do in the garden and on the balcony.
Many dream of a house by the sea or a city apartment in a metropolis. We have researched how you can fulfill this dream.
Do you want to keep a cool head in the summer? We briefly present all devices and have researched how much it costs to install an air conditioner.
The more solar power you consume, the faster your photovoltaic system pays for itself. With a storage system, you increase your self consumption.
Every day in Switzerland, almost 100 houses or apartments are broken into. Find out the costs of an alarm system for your home.
How much does mold removal cost? Mold is bad for your health and your property. That is why you should react quickly.
Charging at home costs less than charging at fast charging stations. That's why it pays to install a wallbox if you own an electric car.
It does not always have to be parquet. Laminate flooring is an inexpensive alternative to wood. We have researched how much it costs to lay laminate.
Good craftsmen are hard to find. With our tips for the search you will find the best craftsmen* for your conversion or renovation project.
In July you can harvest or enjoy many things that you planted and sowed in spring. But there is also a lot of work in the garden.
Fancy a change? Redesign your garden. We explain the steps of garden design and present three gardens for inspiration.
Vinyl is warm, durable, easy to clean and inexpensive. That is why vinyl floors are an alternative for bathrooms or kitchen, but also in living rooms.
When you convert the attic, you gain valuable living space. What do you have to pay special attention to - and what does an attic conversion cost?
June is high season in the garden. There is a lot to sow, plant, tend and harvest. Read in the garden calendar what gardening tasks are due now.
Switzerland is banning more and more light bulbs that contain mercury. Now is the time to switch to energy-efficient LED lamps.
Are you moving with your cat or is a cat joining the family? We have compiled what you should know about outdoor cats and cat flaps.
Storms are becoming more and more frequent and cause major damage. Also in Switzerland. How can you protect your home from weather damage?
With ventilation you improve the indoor climate and living comfort. We present the two most important ventilation systems and their prices.
A lot of heat is lost through old and/or leaky windows. Is it worth replacing older windows with triple-glazed insulation ones?
Birds are chirping, the first flowers are blooming, the scent of lilacs is in the air. Now you should prepare your garden or balcony for summer.
Buying a home is complex. We explain the buying process and present our smart tools that support and relieve you.
Is your garden too big to keep it in good shape yourself, or don't you have the time? We have compiled how much a gardener might cost.
Disputes between neighbors often arise at the property boundary. For example, because a neighbor plants his hedges too close to the neighbor's ridges.
The birds are chirping, the spring sun is warming, everywhere it blossoms, greens and sprouts - high time to get your garden or balcony ready for spri
A facade renovation pays for itself in just a few years thanks to the subsidies and lower energy costs. How much do you have to invest?
Do you want to replace an old staircase or set strong accents with a new railing? We have researched how much that costs approximately.
With a terrace roof, a pergola, a garden pavilion or a sun awning you make more out of your garden. How much will it cost you?
Do you own an older home and want to improve energy efficiency with little effort? New windows have a savings potential of 5 to 10 percent.
Wood is a modern building material and improves the indoor climate. In our overview you will find the prices and costs of typical joinery work.
In March, nature slowly but surely awakens from hibernation. Now it is time to prepare the garden and balcony for the summer half-year.
You could still hang a ceiling lamp yourself, but all other work with electricity should be left to professionals. We have researched the costs.
With good planning and a few tips and tricks, spring cleaning can be easy and fun. We show you how it's done.
Do you want to protect your car from theft and wind and weather? We have researched for you how much a new garage costs approximately.
Oil heating is a burden on the climate and, due to high oil prices and rising CO2 taxes, on the housing budget. Is it worth switching to a heat pump?
Blinds (or awnings) last on average 10-15 years. We have researched for you what models are available and how much they cost.
The days are slowly getting longer, the desire for gardening increases. In February you can prepare your garden and plants for spring.
Most people think it's spring. That may be true, but it doesn't have to be. We explain which factors determine the right time to sell.
Recently, some suppliers have started paying more for surplus solar power than the feed-in remuneration. What does this mean for photovoltaic owners?
Fees and taxes are incurred when buying and selling residential property. We have listed what you should expect as a buyer or seller.
Selling an apartment or a house is a lot to do. We have summarized the most important steps from valuation to land register entry.
With a winter garden you gain additional living space, enjoy the sun even in winter, although it is cold outside, and extend the summer.
In December, there is more work in the garden than you might think. We explain how to prepare your garden and plants for the winter.
New construction and major remodeling or renovation projects are a case for a master builder who will plan, coordinate and supervise all the work for
Houses and apartements are advertised online today. With our tips and our smart Property Search, you'll find what you're looking for faster.
Overinsurance or underinsurance can be expensive. Because you pay too much premium or receive less money in the event of a claim. What can you do?
Is the carpet in the bedroom due for a makeover or does the parquet in the living room no longer match the furniture? It's time for a new floor.
AHV and BVG cover 60% of the last income. With a pension plan, you fill the gap and can retire early.
Do you want to protect your car from wind and weather and scratch windows less often in winter? A carport is a reasonable alternative to a garage.
Most burglars lever open a balcony door, a window or a patio door with simple tools. How can you secure your home?
Summers are getting longer and hotter. That's why more and more homeowners dream of a swimming pool in the garden. How much does a pool cost roughly?
