Guidance and tips

Useful housing information

Browse through our guides that contain information and tips on housing, tenancy law and cohabiting. 

Minor repairs and replacements in properties

What minor repairs are

Did you know that minor repairs and replacements in the rental property are the responsibility of the tenant according to tenancy law? But what exactly is included in ‘minor repairs’? We provide the answer.
Caution with suspicious property advertisements

How to recognise fake ads

Fraudsters lure people with highly attractive housing offers and creative stories about why the advertised apartment is so cheap. Find out what criteria you can use to identify fake ads.
Better safe than sorry

What is allowed in a rental property?

We want to be able to move freely within our own four walls, decorate our home to our liking, receive visitors or listen to music. But what is allowed and what is not?
What you need to know

House rules

Rental properties are home to multiple people with differing interests, daily routines and concepts of tidiness. In order to keep the peace within the four walls, house rules come into play. Find out about the most common rules.
Moving out before expiry of the period of notice

Extraordinary termination

Are you planning to move out early? We will show you what you need to take into account.
Composition and invoicing of ancillary costs

Ancillary costs – explained simply

Net rent, gross rent, amount on account, allocation formula… It’s totally understandable that the subject of ancillary costs is a little confusing. Our simple overview explains what the ancillary costs include and how they are billed.
Reporting obligation and repairing defects

Which defects must be reported?

Tenancy law distinguishes between defects that have to be reported and defects that have to be rectified by the tenants themselves and therefore do not have to be reported. Do you know the difference? Find out more here. 
What you can do

Unwanted smells caused by your neighbours

The smell of fresh rolls from the neighbouring apartment can whet your appetite. But what if the smell is unpleasant and objectionable? In this article, you will learn how to deal with unwanted odours caused by your neighbours.
Moving out of a shared property

Dissolution of shared housing arrangement: Points to bear in mind

Is a tenant moving out of your shared property? We inform you about your rights and obligations and tell you what you need to consider in relation to the subsequent tenancy. 
Types of pets and permission

Keeping pets

Do you want a pet as a housemate? In our article, you can find out how and where the keeping of pets is regulated for your rental apartment and why different rules apply to different types of animals.  
Behaviour in the stairwell, laundry room, garage, etc.

Using common areas

How long can you hang your laundry up for and what can you store by your front door? Wherever paths cross in the rental property, not only must mutual consideration be shown but important regulations, such as fire safety requirements, must also be complied with. Find out more. 
Why there are no one-size-fits-all rules

Differences in the tenancy agreement

The tenancy agreement governs the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants. But did you know that some regulations are not universally applicable but are defined individually by property? We explain why this is the case. 
How to avoid conflict

What to do about noisy neighbours

Outside designated quiet times, a certain amount of noise is a part of life and is absolutely fine. But for the sake of neighbourly relations, it’s a good idea to find out what you need to avoid and what to do if you are being bothered by noise.
How to deal with this situation correctly

Uninvited wildlife in the property?

A spontaneous visit from a hedgehog, bird or marten is not an everyday situation. We clarify what needs to be done and who you can contact. 
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