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Guide to Modern Living: Tips for Renters, Landlords and Apartment Seekers

Welcome to our comprehensive guide section on renting, housing and property topics. Here you’ll find helpful articles covering everything you need to know when moving in, moving out, or managing your home – clearly explained and regularly updated. Whether you're searching for a flatshare, renting your first apartment, or managing your own property: our content offers practical advice and useful tips.

From legal basics like rental contracts and security deposits to flexible living models such as furnished housing or temporary rentals – we cover a wide range of housing topics. Landlords and property owners will also find answers to common questions about letting, managing properties, and placing listings.

Whether you’re a student, working professional or property owner, our housing guides are designed to help you make informed decisions on the rental market.

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How to find a room in a shared flat or an apartment and write an application that gets a reply. You’ll also learn how to spot fake listings.

Viewing a shared apartment or flat: The golden rules for a successful start

Why careful viewings matter A WG or apartment viewing is more than just a quick walkthrough. It helps you understand whether you’ll feel comfortable in your ...

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Your First Shared Flat: Complete Starter Guide

Why a shared flat or your own apartment? Benefits and realistic expectations Moving out for the first time is a major step. Whether you choose a shared flat ...

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10 Frequently Asked Questions from Tenants

The housing market is highly competitive in many cities – making it all the more important to be well-prepared when searching for a rental. Whether it’s abou...

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The different types of shared flats, from purely practical arrangements to senior flatshares, and how everyday life with flatmates works. Including tips on cleaning rotas and shared household money.

How modern co-living works – More than just a home for students, professionals and those who love community living

Co-Living has become an attractive housing option in Germany, especially in urban centers like Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg. This communal living concept, whic...

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Types of Shared Flats: From Student WG to Co-Living

Shared flat types and forms are as diverse as their residents. Here you will find an overview of the different shared flat types and their inhabitants. Bus...

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Your rights as a tenant, subtenant or flatmate in Germany when it comes to notice periods, deposits, defects and rent reductions. These articles are not legal advice.

Which SCHUFA Report Do Landlords Need?

Many tenants ask: Which SCHUFA report does a landlord actually need? Not every type of report is suitable for a rental application. Is the free SCHUFA data...

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SCHUFA Credit Check for Apartment Applications

A SCHUFA credit check is a key component of many rental applications in Germany. It provides landlords with a compact confirmation of your creditworthiness ...

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SCHUFA Score: Meaning, Calculation & Impact on Renting

The SCHUFA score is a probability value that evaluates a person’s creditworthiness. It plays an important role in loan approvals, mobile phone contracts and...

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Deine Rechte als Mieter, Untermieter oder WG-Bewohner bei Kündigung, Kaution, Mängeln und Mietminderung. Die Artikel ersetzen keine Rechtsberatung.

Rental Deposit – Security for Landlords, Protection for Tenants

Overview of the Rental Deposit The rental deposit serves as financial security for landlords in case of damage, unpaid rent, or outstanding utility costs. At...

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How to understand tenancy law – Essential information for tenants about rights and obligations

Note: This article is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and cannot replace consultation with lawyers or sp...

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Terminating a lease without notice in Germany: grounds, form and when you have to move out

A termination without notice (fristlose Kündigung) ends a German tenancy without the usual notice periods. It is only allowed for an important reason and can...

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Checklists for your move, from planning to handing over your old place. Plus templates such as the handover protocol and help with registering your new address.

Moving Service: Everything You Need for a Smooth Move

Moving Service: Well Prepared for Your New Home Moving is more than just packing boxes. In addition to organizing the moving day itself, there are many legal...

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Moving – Security Deposit Refund: Deadlines, Deductions & Rights

Security Deposit Refund: What to Know After Moving Out After moving out of a rental property, many tenants wonder when they will receive their security depos...

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Moving – Terminating the Rental Agreement: Notice Periods & Tips

Terminating the Rental Agreement: Moving Out Properly Prepared When moving, tenants usually need to terminate their existing rental agreement. To ensure the ...

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For anyone offering a room or an apartment: how to write a listing that attracts the right tenants, and what applies to temporary or furnished rentals.

How to market temporary housing successfully – With practical tips, legal advice and new opportunities for landlords

To list a temporary apartment means responding flexibly to the growing demand for temporary housing solutions. More and more people – whether students, busin...

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How to list temporary housing successfully – With the right tips and strategies for effective short-term rentals

Those who want to market temporary housing benefit from a steadily growing market. More and more people choose short-term rentals, whether for professional, ...

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Furnished Room Listing: How to Quickly Find the Right Flatmate

Renting out a furnished room is an ideal way to use vacant living space efficiently. Students, young professionals, and international guests in particular ar...

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