Home rental blog in Switzerland

After renting out a property, a landlord has obligations and rights towards the occupier. In accordance with the legislation in force, the status of landlord allows him to make certain[...]

As part of the tenant's obligations, garden maintenance is mentioned in the lease contract. It is essential to refer to[...]

You want to leave your home, but the lease has not yet arrived. In this case, you need to offer[...]

Taking out your lease early means looking for a new tenant willing to take over the lease you originally signed[...]

Moving into a new flat is usually a joyous occasion for new tenants. However, behind the lure of the new[...]

Vous vous apprêtez à rendre votre logement au propriétaire après plusieurs mois ou années d’occupation. Se pose alors la question[...]

Have you opted for an apartment rental with a garden or found a house to rent? In this new outdoor space, you may be thinking of installing a swimming pool for your children. But do you need a permit for plastic swimming pools in a housing estate garden? Response elements.

Early lease termination is when a tenant wishes to end their rental contract before the date initially agreed. This can be due to many different factors (purchase of a new property, move for professional or personal reasons, desire to change accommodation). In this event, certain deadlines must be respected. And[...]

Avec l’augmentation des coûts de l’électricité, du pétrole et du gaz, les charges d’appartement en location connaissent aussi l’inflation. Mais comment faire des économies d’énergie dans le but de réduire vos charges locatives pour votre logement à Genève ou ailleurs en Suisse ?[...]

The rental of a furnished apartment in Switzerland is subject to specific regulations that the owner is required to adhere to. As a tenant, it is also essential to know the advantages, as well as the particularities, of a furnished lease contract.[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]