Expert Tips for Smart Landlords
Practical advice, legal insights, and property management best practices to help you succeed as a small landlord.
Multi-family houses, small apartments, or single-family homes? Which property type achieves the best capital return for private landlords - with concrete numbers and examples.
From 2027, landlords will be obligated to provide monthly interim consumption information (UVI). By the end of 2026, all existing heating cost allocators and meters must be upgraded to remote-readable technology.
Rental contracts, utility costs, deposits – these are the basics. Credit checks protect against payment defaults. Rights & obligations clearly regulated in the Civil Code.
Heating costs must be calculated more transparently. CO₂ costs will be shared between tenant and landlord. New requirements for energy-efficient renovations.
Billing deadline: 12 months after the end of the billing period. Only eligible costs may be charged – administration costs or maintenance are prohibited.
Rental contract = foundation of every rental. Written form is not mandatory, but absolutely recommended. Old contract templates often contain invalid clauses.
No credit check = risk of rental defaults. Late or incorrect utility cost statements. Old, invalid contract templates. Missing documentation and no reserves.
Effective communication builds trust and prevents conflicts. Learn best practices for tenant relations and professional correspondence.
Modern tools and digital solutions can streamline your rental business. Discover how technology can improve efficiency and tenant satisfaction.
Understanding your obligations for energy-efficient renovations and how they affect your property investment strategy.
Maximize your rental income through proper tax planning. Understand deductible expenses, depreciation, and how to optimize your tax situation.
Repairs will definitely come, only the timing is unclear. Rule of thumb: set aside 1–2 € per sqm/month. Reserves belong in a separate account.
