All the answers to your questions (FAQ)
Buying vs renting: how do you decide, and what should you base your choice on?
Buying or renting a property: how do you choose? How much can you save if you buy? What criteria should you consider? How can you compare the two options?
How much can I borrow to buy my home in Switzerland?
Calculate your borrowing capacity in Switzerland: a simple method, worked examples, a chart, and tips to see how much you can borrow for a mortgage.
How to choose the right mortgage in Switzerland?
Find the best mortgage and choose the right type of home loan (fixed-rate, variable-rate, or mixed mortgage) based on interest rate fluctuations, mortgage term, budget, and future life events.
Land registry fees in Switzerland: how to calculate them?
How are notary fees calculated for a property purchase in Switzerland: deed of sale, land register, mortgage certificate, taxes, transfer of ownership, fees, mortgage loan, calculation and variations
Mortgage duration: what is the duration of a mortgage loan in Switzerland?
Mortgage duration: Number of years, its impact on risk, flexibility and total cost of your mortgage.
Notary fees in Switzerland: how to calculate them?
How notary fees are calculated for a property purchase in Switzerland: deed of sale, land registry, mortgage deed, taxes, transfer tax, fees, mortgage loan, calculation and variations
Second pillar (BVG/LPP) withdrawal for a property purchase: how much, when, tax cost?
Can you withdraw your second pillar (BVG/LPP) for a property purchase in Switzerland? Learn how much you can take, whether it makes sense, and the tax consequences.
What is the Swiss National Bank and what is it for?
Find out what the Swiss National Bank (SNB) does: mandate, price stability, inflation, the Swiss franc, liquidity, and effects on SARON and mortgages. Understand the SNB policy rate.
