Every day in Switzerland, 87 homes are burglarized or subjected to attempted break-ins. It's the kind of unpleasant event that doesn't just happen to others. But how can you protect yourself? Here are our anti-burglary tips specifically for apartments.[...]
The peaceful haven you discovered when you first visited your home is no longer there. Your neighbors are particularly noisy, to the point where the situation is no longer acceptable. So, how can you protect yourself from neighbor noise?[...]
Everything you need to know about renting in a shared apartment[...]
You felt cramped in your studio in Geneva, and the ads for studio for rent decided you to change apartment. However, if you are happy to invest in a new home, you are afraid to move, especially since you are alone to organize everything. So, a few tips are necessary[...]
Why choose a furnished flat for rent Looking for a furnished flat to rent rather than an empty one has several advantages, including lower costs, easier furnishing and the possibility of getting out of a rental agreement more quickly than with an empty flat. Here’s a look at the advantages of[...]
Zoom in on renting an apartment as a couple You and your spouse look at apartment rental ads on apartment rental sites in Switzerland, but have you fully understood what is behind apartment rental as a couple? Colocation, subletting or rental framed by a cohabitation contract, here are the different possible[...]
Renting or buying an apartment is a hesitation waltz. To invest or to remain free, these are two visions of life. But objectively, is it better to buy or rent an apartment? Buying an apartment to rent, is it profitable? How to calculate the profitability of an apartment? All the[...]
I can't rent my apartment: causes and solutions Some accommodations are overwhelmed with rental requests. So why can't I rent my apartment? And what are the solutions to rent my apartment quickly? We will respond to you, in particular with the use of the services of SherlockHomes allowing you to distribute[...]
Since 1st October 2022, the QR-bill has replaced the orange and red payment slips. Tenants can now pay with a QR code to pay their rent. SherlockHomes brings you all the essential information about the QR-bill.[...]
Are you a tenant? Whether you rent a 4-room apartment or a studio, the energy bill can impact greatly on your monthly budget. SherlockHomes has 5 tips to help you use less energy in your home and reduce your bill.[...]
Several reasons can lead a tenant to need to terminate their lease before it ends: a new job, the need to move to cheaper or larger accommodation, unforeseen events... In such a case, the tenant is obliged to re-let their apartment, i.e., find a new tenant. Sherlock Holmes explains how[...]
Swiss real estate law does not provide for a single rule in terms of the duration of the lease contract. This can either be for a fixed term or for an indefinite period. But then, how to write a lease? How to commit as a tenant? Update on the duration[...]
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