Prefabricated houses are becoming increasingly popular because they can be built quickly. Nowadays, they also offer individual design options. Builders can incorporate their personal preferences into the design and, for example, have modern adaptations made to facades or interiors. Different types of prefabricated houses allow...
The importance of early legal advice for builders in Mallorca is particularly important. Even before buying a plot of land and starting construction, potential homeowners should consult a local lawyer. This way, legal pitfalls can be avoided, especially if contracts are written in a foreign language. A thorough check of all documents is also strongly recommended.
The Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) supports energy-conscious construction with low-interest loans. If owners wish to receive a corresponding subsidy, they must submit an application before construction or renovation begins. The measures may only be started once the application has been approved. The reason for this is that the KfW does not provide subsequent...
Opting for a semi-detached house brings both financial and practical benefits. One key advantage is that it is often more affordable than a detached single-family home. In addition, a semi-detached house offers the opportunity to live in one side of the house yourself and rent out the other. The rental income can help to pay off mortgages or other...
Careful cost calculation and setting a realistic budget are crucial when building a house in order to avoid additional financing. Ancillary building costs must also be taken into account. To avoid unpleasant surprises during the construction process, builders should not only plan for obvious expenses such as materials and tradesmen's costs, but also...
Researchers at the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft have developed innovative processes in the field of building refurbishment. The aim is to increase the renovation rate in order to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the construction sector. Currently, the renovation rate is around one percent per year. According to the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, "it would take around one hundred years to refurbish the entire building stock" if the...
Before the dream of owning a home becomes reality, builders should make careful decisions and carry out thorough planning. The portal "baumentor.de" points this out and offers a checklist with 15 important questions as a guide for the successful implementation of the building project. We summarize the questions in a three-part series. Today: Points 11 to...
Before the dream of owning a home becomes reality, builders should make careful decisions and carry out thorough planning. The portal "baumentor.de" points this out and offers a checklist with 15 important questions as a guide for the successful implementation of the building project. We summarize the questions in a three-part series. Today: points 6 to 10.Which...
Before the dream of owning a home becomes reality, builders should make careful decisions and carry out thorough planning. The portal "baumentor.de" points this out and offers a checklist with 15 important questions as a guide for the successful implementation of the building project. We summarize the questions in a three-part series. Today: points 1 to 5 The...
Additional living space can be created by converting the basement. Windows provide daylight in the hobby room, office or guest room. Installing these is particularly useful if the basement is above ground level. Ideally, window installation should be carried out by specialist companies who also supply the windows. The portal "sanier.de" points this out. To the...
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