Building is generally prohibited in Switzerland. That's why you need a permit. Even for small building projects like a garden shed or a wall.
When you sell your house or flat, you want as much money as possible for it. What can you do to optimise the selling price?
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.
SNB holds rates at 0.0%, keeping Swiss mortgages at historic lows. A prime window for homeowners to secure top long-term financing and save.
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has announced for the second time in a row that it will maintain its policy rate.
In the 3rd quarter of 2025, single-family homes became 1.9 percent more expensive compared to the 2nd quarter.
Many dream of a house by the sea or a city apartment in a metropolis. We have researched how you can fulfill this dream.
If you want to buy a house you need finance. We've gathered everything you need to know about mortgages: how they work and what sustainability is.
Most people only buy a house or apartment once. Our tips will help you avoid the 13 most common and expensive mistakes when buying a property.
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.
With good planning and a few tips and tricks, spring cleaning can be easy and fun. We show you how it's done.
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.
In the Swiss property market, home staging plays a decisive role when selling a house or flat.
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.
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?
After 10 years you will have to calculate with the first renovation costs for your house. Plan the measures early and save money.
In March, nature slowly but surely awakens from hibernation. Now it is time to prepare the garden and balcony for the summer half-year.
The days are slowly getting longer, the desire for gardening increases. In February you can prepare your garden and plants for spring.