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Can you rent an apartment without a work permit?

Can you rent an apartment without a work permit?

Searching for accommodation in Switzerland involves fulfilling certain administrative formalities. These obligations also apply to foreign nationals. It is therefore necessary to inquire whether or not a residence permit must be provided as part of the rental application.[...]

Finding a Replacement Tenant Far from an Urban Area

Finding a Replacement Tenant Far from an Urban Area

If you live in the cantons of Uri, Jura, or Graubünden, which are far from urban areas, you may be concerned about finding a replacement tenant. It's true that when terminating a lease early, the tenant is responsible for proposing a new tenant. However, when you are located far from[...]

What are the Risks for a Tenant Subletting their Apartment on Airbnb?

What are the Risks for a Tenant Subletting their Apartment on Airbnb?

You're leaving for two months on a humanitarian mission or vacation on the other side of the world, and instead of leaving your apartment in Geneva vacant, you're considering subletting it on Airbnb to offset the cost of rent. While this poses no problem for a property owner, tenants must[...]

Top 5 Swiss Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living

Top 5 Swiss Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living

Moving can happen for various reasons, such as a job transfer or personal project. When choosing a place to live, different criteria come into play for oneself and one's family. This includes proximity to services, mobility options, and the cost of living. So, which cities in Switzerland are the cheapest?[...]

Tenant: What Administrative Documents Can I Demand from My Landlord?

Tenant: What Administrative Documents Can I Demand from My Landlord?

Tenants and landlords have reciprocal obligations towards each other. Their commitments and responsibilities are stated in the lease agreement. Furthermore, renting a property is regulated by Swiss law. In this regard, what are the administrative documents that a tenant can demand from their landlord?[...]

Tenant: My Landlord Is Selling, What Are My Rights?

Tenant: My Landlord Is Selling, What Are My Rights?

You found the perfect apartment to rent. However, your landlord informs you that they want to sell the property. They have two options: terminate the lease to sell the property without a tenant or sell the rented property. But what are your rights as a tenant? Can you challenge this[...]

What are the Risks for a Tenant Subletting their Apartment on Airbnb?

What are the Risks for a Tenant Subletting their Apartment on Airbnb?

You're leaving for two months on a humanitarian mission or vacation on the other side of the world, and instead of leaving your apartment in Geneva vacant, you're considering subletting it on Airbnb to offset the cost of rent. While this poses no problem for a property owner, tenants must[...]

What is a lease agreement? 3 things to know when you are a tenant

What is a lease agreement? 3 things to know when you are a tenant

Whether it's an apartment or a house rental in Switzerland, the tenant signing the lease agreement agrees to the conditions set forth by the landlord or property management company before moving in. What are the essential information to remember regarding a lease agreement? Are there any specificities unique to the[...]

Can pets be banned from a rental property?

Can pets be banned from a rental property?

You can't imagine your life without a furry ball at your side? When choosing an apartment to rent, you wonder if you will be able to live there with a dog, a cat, a goldfish, a rabbit or a snake. So, can pets be banned from a rental? Here's some[...]

Subletting in Switzerland: instructions for use

Subletting in Switzerland: instructions for use

You are going away for a year for a mission abroad? You have a spare room in your apartment? You are naturally thinking of subletting your apartment. What are the rules ? Who is responsible to the landlord? Answers to your questions about subletting in Switzerland.[...]

Rent: what happens if I don't pay it?

Rent: what happens if I don't pay it?

In return for occupying a dwelling, all tenants are required to pay rent to the property management company or owner. Failure to pay on time may result in termination of the lease or even legal action.[...]

Is it possible to cancel your lease without any fees?

Is it possible to cancel your lease without any fees?

In Swiss real estate law, terminating a lease is done under specific conditions. Among the obligations to be respected, it is necessary to take into account the notice period, as well as the responsibilities of the tenant. Can the termination of a lease contract be done without having to pay[...]

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