Home rental blog in Switzerland

Whatever the terms of a rental agreement, it is essential to consider the rights and responsibilities of the tenant. This concerns, amongst other things, the maintenance of the bathroom facilities. Indeed, some tasks are the responsibility of the occupant, while others remain the responsibility of the owner.[...]

Finding an apartment requires excellent organisational skills. This involves, amongst other things, using the right service providers and identifying priority criteria for selecting accommodation. What questions should you ask when visiting a rental apartment? How to properly understand the preparation required for an apartment visit?[...]

As a landlord, you have the right to terminate your tenant's lease under certain conditions. These conditions must comply with the laws governing lease termination in Switzerland. Here's a closer look at the procedures to be followed by landlords.

Landlords who rent out their properties are required to provide their tenants with rent invoices. We explain what a rent invoice (or notice of rent) is, how to make it and how to send it easily.

It is strongly recommended that, before renting a flat to a tenant, the landlord obtains an extract from the debt collection office (or certificate of non-borrowing) to ensure that the tenant has no debts and is able to pay the rent. Here's how it works

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Many landlords wonder how much rental management costs? This is a legitimate question, and it is understandable that property owners should wonder about the costs involved in letting out their property. Sherlock Homes offers an automated property management service that is 100% free of charge. Explanations and comparisons.

Getting the tenant's agreement, or even a financial contribution, for any work that may need to be carried out, getting the tenant's deposit back after an inventory of fixtures and fittings has been carried out at the end of the tenancy, and being granted a rent extension in the event[...]

In Switzerland, the termination of a lease can be done at the expiration date as long as the tenant respects the required notice period. But what should the tenant do if they wish to leave the property before the end of the lease? Should the tenant continue paying rent to[...]

One might think that those who choose to leave the city and live in the countryside are simply looking for more affordable rent or trading their apartment for a house. However, there are other reasons to opt for a rental far from urban centers.[...]

More space and less rent, these are, in a few words, the main advantages of shared accommodation. Through a series of figures, we try to understand the importance of this type of tenancy in Switzerland and the reasons for it.

For property owners in Switzerland, paying rent can be a complex and time-consuming task. It is important to be aware of the various stages and obligations involved in this activity. But above all, find out how Sherlock Homes makes it easier for you to manage rents and bills, avoiding any[...]

Your landlord informs you of a rent increase for your accommodation in Geneva or elsewhere in Switzerland, and naturally, you have certain questions. Can the landlord unilaterally decide to raise the rent? What can the tenant do to oppose it? Here are some answers.[...]