Il mercato immobiliare svizzero, spiegato per gli expat
Guide pratiche su come acquistare, finanziare e possedere un immobile in Svizzera in quanto straniero/a.
19 ott 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.
Leggi di più →5 ott 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.
Leggi di più →14 set 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.
Leggi di più →7 set 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Leggi di più →3 ago 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.
Leggi di più →27 lug 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.
Leggi di più →13 lug 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.
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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.
Leggi di più →13 lug 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.
Leggi di più →13 lug 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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