L'immobilier suisse, expliqué pour les expatriés
Des guides pratiques pour acheter, financer et posséder un bien immobilier en Suisse en tant qu'étranger.
19 oct. 2026
Buying vs. Renting in Switzerland as an Expat: The Real Trade-Offs
Switzerland's unique rental culture and strict mortgage rules mean the buy-vs-rent decision looks different here than almost anywhere else.
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Swiss Mortgage Affordability: Understanding the One-Third Rule
Swiss banks use a strict affordability test based on theoretical costs, not just your current mortgage rate — here's how it works.
Lire la suite →5 oct. 2026
The 20% Down-Payment Rule in Switzerland: What Equity You Actually Need to Buy Property
Swiss banks typically require 20% equity to buy a home, but the rules on what counts as equity are stricter than they first appear.
Lire la suite →14 sept. 2026
Lex Koller and Your Residence Permit: What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
Lex Koller restricts property purchases by non-Swiss residents, and the rules differ significantly depending on your Swiss residence permit.
Lire la suite →7 sept. 2026
Cantonal Differences That Matter When Buying Property in Switzerland
Swiss property rules vary sharply by canton—here's what expats need to check before buying, from taxes to foreign-ownership limits.
Lire la suite →31 août 2026
Imputed Rental Value (Eigenmietwert): What Swiss Homeowners Should Understand
Eigenmietwert taxes homeowners on a notional rental income from their own property—here's what expats need to know.
Lire la suite →24 août 2026
The Ongoing Costs of Owning a Home in Switzerland: What Expats Should Budget For
Buying a Swiss home is just the start—here's what taxes, maintenance, insurance and other recurring costs really involve.
Lire la suite →10 août 2026
EU/EFTA vs. Non-EU Expats: How Nationality and Permit Type Affect Buying Swiss Property
Swiss property rules depend less on your passport and more on your residence permit — here's how EU/EFTA and non-EU expats are treated differently.
Lire la suite →3 août 2026
Using Your 2nd and 3rd Pillar Pension for a Swiss Property Down Payment
How expats can tap Swiss pension savings (Pillar 2 and 3a) to help fund a home purchase, and the trade-offs involved.
Lire la suite →27 juil. 2026
Buying a Home in Switzerland as a Foreigner: A Step-by-Step Guide
A clear walkthrough of the permits, financing, and legal steps foreigners face when buying property in Switzerland.
Lire la suite →13 juil. 2026
Buying vs. Renting in Switzerland: What Expats Really Need to Weigh Up
Switzerland's rules on foreign ownership, financing and taxation make the buy-vs-rent decision more complex here than in most countries.
Lire la suite →13 juil. 2026
How Swiss Mortgage Affordability Is Calculated: The One-Third Rule Explained
A plain-English guide to how Swiss banks judge whether you can afford a property, and why the one-third rule matters.
Lire la suite →13 juil. 2026
The 20% Down-Payment Rule in Switzerland: How Much Equity Do You Really Need?
Swiss lenders generally require 20% equity for a mortgage, but the real number depends on your funds' source and other costs.
Lire la suite →13 juil. 2026
Lex Koller Explained: How Your Swiss Residence Permit Affects Your Right to Buy Property
A plain-English guide to how Switzerland's Lex Koller law treats B, C, L and G permit holders differently when buying property.
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