Budapest Apartments

When do you need an energy performance certificate in Hungary?

If you are looking for a home in Hungary, make sure to ask the seller or the landlord for the energy performance certificate to get a better idea of what living in your new home will be like, and how much you should expect to pay for utilities.

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Start looking at properties for your Hungarian golden visa now

The application period for the Hungarian golden visa program starts only in July 2024, but you can and should already start looking for residential real estate in Hungary.

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Start looking at properties for your Hungarian golden visa now

The application period for the Hungarian golden visa program starts only in July 2024, but you can and should already start looking for residential real estate in Hungary.

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Property sale in Hungary: How to sell your apartment as an expat?

To sell your Hungarian apartment, you will need a lawyer to create the contract between you and your buyer and to submit it to the land registry. You might also be required to pay a 15% personal income tax after the deal – however, this property sale tax might be reduced to zero in various cases.

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Property purchase in Hungary as a foreigner

If you are not a citizen of Hungary, you might need a property purchase license before you can finalize the deal – your lawyer can take care of it. After purchase, you will be required to pay property tax, which is normally 4% of the purchase price.

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Business etiquette for foreigners in Hungary

If you want to build lasting and fruitful business relationships locally, you should get familiar with basic business etiquette in Hungary. Show your respect towards your partners by being well-dressed, punctual, and polite.

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Chinese investors interested in Hungarian real estate

Are you are planning to make a real estate investment in Hungary as a non-EU investor? Then consider complementing your investment with setting up a Hungarian company and applying for Hungarian residency.

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How to easily profit from tourism in Hungary

Tourism in Hungary is one of the most important and fastest growing industries, amounting to 1558 billion HUF in 2016. In 2015, 15.6 million tourists have visited the country, in 2016 it was 16.8 million. One of the simplest ways to profit from this industry is buying an apartment to use as a vacation rental.

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How do I find a place to stay as a student in Budapest?

As a student at Hungarian university, you have a range of accommodation options depending on your budget and your preferences. You can surely find a place to stay based on that.

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How can I find a registered address as a foreigner in Hungary?

The rental market is booming, and many apartment owners prefer to rent to a Hungarian who they can talk to in person, and who they believe knows local customs better. The situation is even more difficult when you are trying to rent a place before arriving to Hungary: the fact that they cannot see you in person dissuades many people from signing a contract with you.

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