Buying a house as a couple is often one of the first commitments made to each other. However, when it comes to choosing a property together, differences often arise. So, how do you reconcile the desires of each? Financially, how do you go about it? The first point to consider when thinking of buying a house together is how to pay for it.
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How do I know if I can negotiate a property price?
In practice, the advertised selling price of the flat or house you have found is not necessarily the one you will ultimately pay. In real estate, negotiating the price of a property is quite common...But how do I know if I can negotiate? Keeping up to date with the property market When you start [...]
What is a search warrant?
To formalise an agreement between a property professional and an individual - or a company - looking for a property, the search mandate is an essential document. A contract with a professional Finding the ideal property when you want to become a homeowner, change your main residence or acquire a second home is often a matter of [...]
5 reasons to leave the capital and live in the countryside
Moving to the countryside away from the hustle and bustle of the city, for a change of life or to find peace and quiet and fresh air, everyone has their own reasons. But are you still hesitating to take the plunge? atHome.lu details the advantages of living in the countryside. 1-Real estate prices The first reason is of course the high real estate [...]
Discover the virtual tour with atHome.lu
Finding your future home requires a lot of time, and multiple real estate visits in the evenings and at weekends... Let's face it, it's not always a pleasure! You have to juggle your schedule to make yourself available for visits...and sometimes, unfortunately, you travel for nothing. But the good news is that [...]
Flat hunting: your checklist for choosing the right flat
You absolutely want parquet floors in the bedrooms, a fireplace and a parking space...? Everyone has their own criteria, but in real estate too, it's all a question of priorities and sometimes you have to go a little further and consider elements that you didn't realise at the start. Here's a checklist to help you make the right choice.
Rental investment: the importance of location
Continuation of our dossier on rental investment. After choosing the flat, let's look at the location, as you will see the location of the property you are going to rent is fundamental to achieving your objectives, whatever they may be. The location, the first criterion of choice When you make a rental investment, the biggest risk is that of vacancy. Do not [...]
Should you buy upstairs or downstairs?
One of the big considerations when buying a flat is whether to buy upstairs or downstairs. It's not just about having a good view, it's also about price. Indeed, generally flats positioned on the upper levels of a residence are more expensive, being not only more attractive [...]
What to check when buying a house
This house has literally caught your eye and you're ready to sign a provisional sales agreement to become its proud owner. But have you really checked everything? Aren't you in for some nasty surprises? Here's our checklist of things to look out for. Your future property under the microscope When you buy a property in Luxembourg, the seller has to check that you have the [...]