If you are looking for a property, you have come to the right place. We offer you numerous innovative digital services to support you in the search for your apartment, house or villa.

In order to make your search successful, it is important to precisely define your wishes and ideas. The clearer your requirements are, the greater the likelihood of finding the right property within the desired time frame. It is advisable to prioritize your desires and, if necessary, determine in which areas you are willing to compromise. You should be flexible, especially when it comes to the equipment, as this can often be adjusted. In contrast, the location is immutable and the search radius should be precisely defined to ensure that commutes are not too long, schools are easily accessible and the infrastructure meets your needs.

The financial framework also plays a crucial role. This should be clearly defined. In order to prove your creditworthiness to the seller and to have an advantage over other prospective buyers, we recommend having a so-called financing certificate. We would be happy to put you in touch with our colleagues at Lang Immobilien. Real estate and financing – with us you get everything from a single source.

At Lang Immobilien you have the opportunity to flexibly adapt your search to your individual ideas:

Intuitive search mask with numerous filter options:
Use our user-friendly search mask with a variety of filter options. Create a personal search request with your key details and the zip code for your desired property. You can specify your search request using numerous filter options. This is saved in your user profile and can be changed or deleted at any time as required.

Notifications – Always receive the latest offers:
Staying informed promptly pays off. At LANG IMMOBILIEN you have an automatic search assistant available that will notify you immediately by email as soon as new properties are available. You have the option to determine how often you would like to be informed about new offers.

Remember and save:
Keep an eye on your individual search criteria in your profile. Manage the objects you have already contacted and saved in your personal wish list. Thanks to our “share function”, you can easily share and recommend your saved properties with others.

Online appointment booking:
Schedule an appointment at short notice. Using our online appointment scheduling service, you can schedule a consultation with your local real estate agent or financing advisor 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Fast, uncomplicated and safe – with a certain advantage.

Even before the viewing appointment, you should consider a few aspects regarding the surroundings and infrastructure. You can find all the answers to the following questions in our digital customer portal:

• – Are there sufficient public transport options?
• – What are the transport connections by car?
• – What shopping opportunities are nearby?
• – What about sports, leisure and relaxation opportunities?
• – Does the neighborhood suit me/my family?
• – Which kindergartens and schools are nearby?
• – Are there enough parking spaces in the area?

The viewing appointment marks one of the most crucial moments in your plan to purchase a property. Here, as a potential owner, you have the opportunity to experience the property up close for the first time.

During the viewing appointment you can clarify or check the following aspects:

Year of construction of the house
First impression of the building structure
Heating technology and the age of the heating system
Condition and age of the windows and the glazing (Note: The year of manufacture is usually noted on the inside of the window glazing.)
Condition of the floors
Possible uses of the basement (Note: Water marks could indicate moisture problems, as could rust or discoloration on water and gas pipes.)
Provisions in the development plan
Orientation of the property, particularly with regard to an existing garden
Walk-through or windowless rooms
Possible impairments due to sloping ceilings in the rooms
Existing storage rooms
Size of the cloakroom/hallway

The energy certificate is a regulatory document that contains building data related to energy consumption. During the viewing, the owner should present the energy certificate of the house, which you should check carefully. This can be an energy requirement certificate or an energy consumption certificate, which illustrates the energy quality of the building using a simple color system.

After the initial inspection, it is advisable to carry out a second inspection. It is advisable to choose a different day of the week or weekend and a different time of day in order to be able to better assess the “flair” and background noise of the house. At this appointment, it is advisable to consider being accompanied by a construction expert and someone you trust.

Buying a property is a complex transaction in which not only the property is transferred against payment of the purchase price, but also certain rights (in particular the right of ownership of the property) are transferred at the same time.

Land register

The land registry acts as a limited public register for a specific district. The legal relationships, ownership and encumbrances of the recorded properties are noted here. Entries or changes in the land register can only be made by a notary. When purchasing, the mortgage is entered in the land register as security for the bank. The new owners of the property, be it the buyer or people who acquired it jointly, are recorded individually in the land register. Fees of around 0.5 percent of the purchase price apply.

Notary

In Germany, buying a property and transferring the property is not possible without the involvement of a notary. The notary monitors the legality of the property purchase, draws up the purchase contract and adapts it accordingly if the contracting parties wish to make changes. The notary serves as a neutral advisory body for legal questions regarding the purchase contract for both the seller and the buyer. The notary costs when buying a house usually amount to around one percent of the notarized purchase price.

Purchase agreement

The purchase contract contains all the rights and obligations of both the buyer and the seller. This records all relevant aspects of the real estate business, such as payment modalities, mortgages, usage rights and liability exclusions. The selected notary is responsible for notarizing the purchase contract and ensuring that all contractual points comply with applicable laws. The contract becomes effective when it is notarized, while the transfer of ownership only takes place when it is recorded in the land register.

Financing

With Lang Immobilien you can get advice on financing your property nationwide. There are many financing options for your new home. The additional purchase costs, such as notary and real estate transfer tax, should generally be covered by equity, which accounts for around ten to 15 percent of the total costs of purchasing the property. It is also advisable to have around 20 to 30 percent of the purchase price available through saved funds. The colleagues at Lang Immobilien are available to find the best offer from a comparison of more than 450 banks, savings banks and insurance companies.

Steer

When purchasing land or real estate, property transfer tax is due, which amounts to between 3.5 and 6.5 percent of the purchase price, depending on the federal state. This tax is payable by the buyer and is usually due one month after receipt of the property tax assessment.