Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a prominent European city rich in history, culture and impressive architecture. There are many districts in the city, each with its own unique features and characteristics. One of the most popular districts in Vienna is the 19th district, which offers its residents privacy, security and luxury. About the district: The 19th district, known as Döbling, is located in the...

When buying/selling or renting/leasing real estate in Austria, it is important to bear in mind that this is a complex process involving many legalities. One of the key professionals who can ensure a successful and safe transaction is a real estate agent. In this article, we will explain why a real estate agent is so important in the Austrian real estate market and what benefits they can bring to all...

Vienna is the best city to live in! This is according to a recent report by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The EIU is a world leader in global business intelligence that annually compiles the best cities to live in rankings. According to the new 2023 research (conducted between 13 February and 12 March), there has been a marked improvement in living standards around the world following the easing...

Renting a property in Austria is a very common practice. Renting property always allows you to remain mobile and does not require you to have a large sum of money at once (unlike buying property). However, few landlords and tenants are fully aware of their rights and obligations in this process. That is why in this article we have compiled the most important information for those who wish to rent or lease...

Austria is known as one of the best countries in Europe, and this is not surprising, as it is famous for its economic stability and high standards of living. Therefore, investing in Austrian real estate is an excellent solution to preserve and even increase your assets. Many of our clients have a question: "Can a foreign legal entity buy property in Austria?". That is why in this article we will explain...

Under Austrian law, property owners are required to pay an annual tax on their property. That is why the real estate tax (Grundsteuer) is an important factor to consider when buying property in Austria. It should not be confused with the one-off real estate transfer tax (Grunderwerbsteuer). The Grungerwerbsteuer is paid once only when you buy a property, while the Grundsteuer is paid annually. In this...

Austria is rightly considered one of the best countries in Europe. It is peaceful, beautiful, has a stable economy and a highly developed culture. That is why many people dream of buying a house in Austria. In this article, we would like to tell you how to answer the question "Is the price of a house too high/low?". A detailed analysis of the statistics for previous years will help us to answer this...

Due to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation, many Ukrainians were forced to flee their homes and even their country. According to the Austrian Ministry of the Interior, almost 91,000 refugees from Ukraine were registered in Austria from 24 February to 31 December 2022, and about 66,000 of them are still staying there. Ukrainians in Austria are staying based on temporary protection...

Buying a property is a process that needs to be approached with caution. The question that worries you the most is the cost of the property itself. In this article, we want to tell you how to answer the question "Is the price of this or that apartment too high/low?". Analyzing statistics from previous years not only helps to better understand the processes in the real estate market, but also prevents you...

Buying a property is a desirable but expensive process. At first glance, it may seem that to purchase a property, you only need to have the amount of money that will cover the property value. In practice, there are a few ancillary costs. In this article, we will tell you how much you should expect to spend when planning to buy property in Austria. Property value/purchase price The property value is...