Flat handover3 min read
Moving out: what does handover preparation cost?
Preparing a flat for handover when moving out: what costs for clearance, cosmetic repairs, filling holes, painting and end-of-tenancy cleaning depend on.
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Preparing a flat for handover
Preparing a flat for handover: practical tips and answers to frequent questions.
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How much does a clearance cost? Price factors and reliable quotes
How clearance costs are calculated: price factors per cubic metre, fixed-price quotes, disposal fees, value credit and how to spot reputable companies.
Clearance4 min read
Rented flat after a death: notice, deadlines and clearance
Rented flat after a tenant’s death in Germany: taking over the lease (§ 563 BGB), special notice period for heirs, disclaiming inheritance and clearance.
Renovation4 min read
Renovating a flat and preparing it for handover
Renovating a flat before handover, re-letting or sale: the right sequence for clearance, filling, painting, wallpapering and final post-construction clean.
Clearance4 min read
Clearing a flat: how a clearance works
How to plan a flat clearance step by step: marking belongings, dismantling furniture, parking permits, proper waste disposal and broom-clean handover.
Flat handover4 min read
Handing over your flat when moving out: a checklist for tenants
Moving-out flat handover checklist for tenants: tenancy agreement, cosmetic repairs, end-of-tenancy cleaning, meter readings, keys, report and deposit.
Wall preparation2 min read
Filling wall plug holes when moving out without visible marks
How to fill drill and rawlplug holes properly before flat handover: pull plugs, apply filler, sand flush, spot-prime with deep primer and paint evenly.