Terms in the Real Estate Glossary
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Return
Return is the financial gain—or loss—you get from an investment, but it varies depending on whether you invest in stocks, bonds, or real estate. Get an overview of how to calculate your return, the difference between return and dividend, and how much tax you’ll owe.
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Residency requirement
Residency requirements apply to year-round residences—but the rules vary from municipality to municipality, and there are important exceptions. Get a complete overview of what applies to investors, mixed-use properties, and exemptions.
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Security deposit
A security deposit serves as the landlord’s protection against breach of contract—but the rules aren’t the same for everyone. Find out what applies to residential and commercial leases, what you’re allowed to charge, and what happens when a tenant moves out.
Domicile
A registered office is a building that serves as a company’s headquarters—but “registered office” is also a legal term that determines where your company is subject to taxation. Get an overview of both meanings and learn when a registered office is the right choice for your company.
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Property manager
A property manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations, finances, and legal matters of a property—but the responsibilities vary depending on whether the property is a rental property, a homeowners’ association, or a commercial property. Get an overview of the responsibilities, benefits, and typical costs of having a property manager on staff.
Energy Label
An energy label indicates how energy-efficient a building is and provides a quick overview of expected energy consumption and operating costs. Get a handle on the regulations, energy classes, and what the label means for commercial properties.
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Subletting
Subletting means that, as a tenant, you rent out all or part of your home to a new tenant, while you remain liable to your own landlord. Get an overview of the rules for full and partial subletting, time limits, rent—and how this differs for commercial leases.
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Move-In Report
A move-in report documents the condition of the rental property when you take possession of the keys—but the rules aren’t the same for all rental properties. Find out what the report must include, what deadlines apply, and how the rules differ for residential and commercial leases.
Investor
An investor allocates capital with the expectation of a future return—but not all investors are the same. Get an overview of the main types of investors, and take a closer look at real estate investors, including key metrics, financing, and tax optimization.
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Price per square meter
Price per square meter is the most important key figure when comparing properties—but it is used differently for residential properties, commercial leases, and investment properties. Learn how to calculate, analyze, and negotiate based on this figure.
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Breach of Contract
What happens when a lease agreement isn't followed—and who is responsible? Get an overview of the rules, the process, and your rights as a tenant or landlord.
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Arrears
"Arrears" refers to debt or rent that the debtor has not paid on time—and in practice, we most often use the term today to refer to unpaid rent in a lease agreement. Get an overview of how arrears are collected, what consequences they can have, and how you, as a landlord, can best avoid them.
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