Rent & Let

A well-drafted tenancy agreement creates clarity for landlords and tenants and protects both sides from legal uncertainties. If you want to let your property as an owner, you should make sure that the tenancy agreement is legally sound and contains all the important provisions. Use legally compliant rental agreements A rental agreement should not simply be taken from the Internet...

A vacant rental property means financial losses for owners and can reduce the value of the property in the long term. To prevent longer vacancy periods from occurring in the first place, landlords should focus on targeted marketing and strategic rental pricing. This article shows how owners can find a suitable tenant quickly and effectively. Attractive rents...

A granny apartment offers many advantages, but it must also meet specific requirements. Owners should consider this before building. Marc Ellinger from the VPB regional office in Freiburg-Südbaden emphasizes that a granny apartment must form a self-contained unit and have its own entrance. The equipment of a granny apartment also includes the kitchen and bathroom, which...

From July 1, landlords will no longer be allowed to pass on the monthly fees for a cable TV connection to their tenants. This was previously the case for apartment buildings with a shared cable connection. The reason for the abolition of the so-called "ancillary cost privilege" is an amendment to the Telecommunications Act. Tenants can then choose their own provider. For...

The Federal Association of Consumer Organizations warns against misleading advertising letters from Nowenergy, Primastrom and Voxenergie. These letters suggest a price reduction, but lead to new contracts with significantly higher prices when signed. Customers who sign a new contract in this way would also lose the opportunity to appeal against invalid price increases by the...

Under certain circumstances, tenants can enforce the continuation of their tenancy. This is the result of a not yet legally binding ruling by the Berlin II Regional Court (case no. 67 S 264/22). Tenants were assured that they could remain in their Berlin apartment for a further two years, despite the landlord's effective notice of termination for personal use, and the court based its decision on the...

Permission may be required for the construction of bicycle garages in some regions. The Association of Private Builders (VPB) points this out. Those who already have an existing garage or tool shed usually have no problems. It is permissible to use these. However, according to the VPB, building owners who wish to erect a new bicycle garage should familiarize themselves with the respective...

Deskbikes offer an innovative way to combine fitness and working from home. This sports equipment can easily be placed under the desk, allowing you to exercise while working. Choosing the right Deskbike depends on various criteria, including maximum load capacity, additional functions and ergonomics. This is what the...

If an owner wishes to sell or rent out their property, they have the right to enter the property after giving the appropriate notice. But can a court prohibit the right of access to an apartment in special cases? The Federal Court of Justice recently dealt with this question (VIII ZR 420/21, BGH), overturned the judgment of the regional court and referred the matter to the...

If tenants want to know whether the rent freeze applies to their property or not, they can request more relevant information from their tenant. This was recently decided by the Federal Court of Justice (AZ: VIII ZR 375/21, VIII ZR 8/22, VIII ZR 60/22 and VIII ZR 125/22). The right to information expires within the regular limitation period of three years. The limitation period...