Buying property as an international resident in Austria is not a standard process across the country, and there is a key difference in the Styrian city of Graz.
If you're considering buying property in central Europe, you might be wondering whether Austria or Germany makes more sense. Here's a rundown of the pros and cons of both countries, from prices to rules and regulations.
In Austria, the estate agents' fee or commission on rental apartments can be up to two months' rate plus VAT, a non-refundable cost which you can avoid if you know how.
Selling a home in Austria comes with different applicable tax rates – depending on everything from when it was purchased to what the main purpose was for its use.
Finding a place to call home is one of the most daunting aspects of moving to a new country. The Austrian rental system has its fair share of quirks; luckily The Local is here to guide you.
Tyrol is the region with the second lowest average salary in Austria but some of the most expensive property. The Local spoke to experts and residents to find out the reasons behind the soaring costs and how locals are affected.
Austria is not known for being a cheap country and property prices are higher than in some other European countries, but it's still possible to find property bargains, some for even under €100k.
From a holiday home in Spain to a pied-à-terre in France or a new life in Italy - a new study reveals which countries are most popular with foreigners looking to buy property.
Finding a job or getting a visa in Austria may well be easier in some places than finding a place to live – and what is available will often stretch the limits of one’s bank account. Just how did it get so bad?
The Austrian capital saw one of the steepest declines in property prices over the last year – and was the only major European capital to see a double digit fall, according to new data.
Anyone buying property in Austria will now need a minimum deposit of 20 percent. Why has this new rule been introduced and how could it impact people trying to get on the property ladder?
Buying a home in another country – even as a resident – can be a tricky process. Here’s what you need to know about buying property in Vienna as a foreigner.
Austria’s property market reached new highs in recent years, but has it passed the peak? If you're planning to buy property in the Alpine Republic, here's what you need to know.
