Independent perspectives on property valuation, taxation, inheritance, and the Luxembourg real estate market — from 20 years of practical expertise.
A well-prepared valuation visit is faster and produces a more accurate, better-supported figure. Here is which documents to gather, what the valuer looks at, and the small things that make a difference.
Read article →Luxembourg announced a 6% annual depreciation over six years for new rental housing, on a base capped at €600,000. Here is how it could change the numbers for buy-to-let investors — and what is still unknown.
Read article →Since 16 July 2026, registration duties on off-plan purchases can be limited to the land value. Here is how the 80% rule works, a worked example, and what to check before signing a VEFA contract.
Read article →The July 2026 housing package raises the Bëllegen Akt to €45,000, waives registration duties on part of off-plan purchases and announces a new "3×6" depreciation. Here is what it means for property values and transactions.
Read article →Luxembourg property tax is famously low — typically €100–€800 per year even for valuable houses. Here is how it is calculated, why it has stayed low for so long, and the reform that may change everything.
Read article →Estate agent commissions in Luxembourg run 3–4% plus VAT — easily €30,000+ on a typical property. Here is when a private sale makes sense, the legal process, and the practical steps to do it well.
Read article →Buying your first home in Luxembourg means navigating mortgages, the Bëllegen Akt tax credit, the Fonds du Logement, and a notary process that surprises most first-timers. Here is the practical 2026 guide.
Read article →Not every renovation pays back at sale. A new kitchen returns 50–80%, a swimming pool returns 20–30%. Here is the data-driven guide to renovation ROI in Luxembourg, with 2026 cost figures and value-uplift estimates.
Read article →How much do you actually save by moving from Limpertsberg to Strassen? Or from Bertrange to Mamer? This commune-by-commune price guide gives you the real numbers — €/m², premiums, discounts, and what drives them.
Read article →Should you invest in a Luxembourg apartment or a single-family house? The yield difference is bigger than most investors realise. Here is a data-driven comparison covering 2026 yields, costs, and total ROI.
Read article →Emphytéose is a long-term leasehold structure where the buyer owns the building but leases the land. It dramatically affects valuation. Here is how it works, what to watch for, and how to value an emphytéose property correctly.
Read article →Luxembourg welcomes foreign property buyers — there are no restrictions on EU or non-EU nationals. But the process has nuances. Here is everything an expat needs to know before signing the compromis de vente.
Read article →When a Luxembourg couple separates, the family home is usually the largest asset. Here is how property is valued and divided under the different matrimonial regimes — and how an independent valuation prevents disputes.
Read article →Selling a Luxembourg property that is not your principal residence triggers capital gains tax (plus-value immobilière). Here is exactly how it is calculated, what deductions apply, and how to minimise the tax legally.
Read article →Since 2023, the passeport énergétique has reshaped how Luxembourg properties are valued. Class A and B homes earn premiums of up to 10%, while F and G properties face significant discounts. Here is the data.
Read article →When inheriting property in Luxembourg, the déclaration de succession requires a market value. Here is exactly how to value the property correctly, what documents you need, and how to avoid tax pitfalls.
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