25.11.2024
The passionate columnist Edouard Amoiel takes us weekly on a culinary journey, introducing us to actors, places and gems of Geneva gastronomy.
We are happy to present our real estate sales statistics in the canton of Geneva (period from 01.01.2017 to 25.11.2024). These numbers are regularly updated.
02.09.2024
Geneva citizens could get help buying their first property. Of the total equity requested for the purchase, up to 15% may be loaned by the State.
22.05.2024
Whether for a primary residence or a rental property, Swiss individuals have been submitting fewer and fewer building permit applications for more than twenty years.
21.12.2023
A closer look at some of our exceptional property sales, sold through our network, off-market and without online or press marketing.
20.03.2023
The Bellerive Castle, a historical jewel constructed in the 20th century for the Duke of Savoy, is now listed as a classified monument.
16.01.2023
Over 30 residential real estate transactions were completed in 2022, each with a sales price exceeding CHF 8,000,000.-. The highest sales price was achieved by a prestigious property in Prégny-Chambésy, sold by us.
24.11.2022
Verbier has received two major titles this year: the Best Ski Resort (also received in 2021) and the Best Ski Hotel awarded to the hotel W Verbier.
13.10.2022
The five-star property, owned by Credit Suisse, is estimated at 400 million Swiss francs. Rumors are circulating about the sale of what its founder describes as Zurich's first 'true' hotel.
01.06.2022
The pandemic, favorable interest rates, and the widespread adoption of remote work have prompted many Swiss residents to invest in mountain properties. Among the most sought-after resorts: St. Moritz and Gstaad.
05.05.2022
Swiss citizens exhibit a strong attachment to their real estate holdings, with the majority viewing them as both a lifelong project and an investment. The pandemic has further accentuated the desire to acquire property.
07.04.2022
Over the past year, there has been a remarkable uptick in real estate values, marking a 6.6% rise for individual villas and an 8% increase for condominiums. Notably, March alone witnessed a 0.5% uptick in prices for individual villas.
23.09.2021
Currently, the rental value tax represents at least 60% of the amount a property owner would receive if their property were rented out. The new reform proposed by the Conseil des Etats aims to abolish this tax for primary residences.
08.04.2021
Transfer tax: 3% of the property price (excl. notary and Registre Foncier registration fees). Additional real estate tax: 0.1% of the fiscal value of the property. Tax on real estate profits and gains: decreases over time and does not apply if the profit is used to acquire another real estate property.
26.10.2020
ASSPROP brings together associations of real estate owners in the French part of Switzerland, and represents them on a national level. We present our key advices for sellers in the September edition of the ASSPROP newspaper (see p.20-21).
23.09.2020
The new Immotep application makes it possible to track real-time updates on planned real estate projects across the Canton of Geneva, ranging from the construction of new buildings to tree cutting.
08.06.2020
The Hamlet is nestled within an elegant 18thC. building tastefully restored. The concept? An aparthotel offering fully equipped and furnished suites in an intimate and sophisticated style, for short or long-term stays.
02.12.2019
The Department of Territory has just announced the pause on densification actions in villa areas starting from November 28, 2019. You can consult the official statement here.
19.08.2019
The Bellerive Castle was sold this summer for CHF 62,000,000.-. Long owned by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, this magnificent residence surrounded by century-old trees is located on a plot by the lake of nearly 30,000 sqm.
12.08.2019
The acquisition of Régie du Rhône by the group Gérofinance-Dunand in August places it at the forefront of real estate agencies in French-speaking Switzerland.
04.07.2019
The sale of a mansion using blockchain technology marks a first in Europe. This type of transaction is already opening up various opportunities for the real estate sector.
17.06.2019
Geneva arrives on the top of the list of high rents, sharing the podium with Zurich and Lausanne. In these cities, supply cannot meet demand while in other areas, many homes remain empty.
04.11.2013
Explanation by Me Luca Bozzo from Borel & Barbey.
Many foreigners purchase real estate in Switzerland. These transactions may be subject to the LFAIE law.
Explanations by Me Nicolas Candaux, from Borel&Barbey.
During the acquisition, sale, or ownership of real estate, taxes may be due. We discuss these from the perspective of ownership.
