For most people, buying a home is one of the largest investments they’ll make in life. It is naturally a very important decision.

Before purchasing property, you should obviously make you a number of considerations. Here is some brief advice and instructions:

• Get an overview of your financial situation. How much can and should you invest?
• Reflect upon and collect your wishes; location (east / west), size, type, etc. Are your wishes consistent with your investment framework?
• Give yourself time to familiarize yourself with the procedures and possibilities.
• Set requirements for your adviser. Ask him or her for advice about everything related to purchasing property.
• Everyone has an opinion. Remember the decision is yours.

Buying property abroad is obviously an exciting decision, and often procedures and legislation differs from that known at home.

The menu on the right provides access to information about purchasing property in Berlin, so you can be as informed and prepared as possible when making your decision.