Czech National Bank removes major obstacle in acquiring a mortgage
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The move follows in the footsteps of a devastating year for the Czech real estate market due to plummeting sales.
ASK AN EXPERT: What are red flags to watch out for when renting a flat in Prague?
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We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about potential scams that renters should be aware of.
Colorful home in Prague’s Malešice neighborhood wins Best Interior prize
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The awards aim to motivate designers and the general public to come up with innovative interior design ideas.
Czech President signs law streamlining approval process for home builders and developers
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The amendment to the Construction Act lays the foundation for a one-stop one-stamp building-permit process.
WEEKLY QUIZ: Test your knowledge of Prague's most famous buildings
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Do you know your Prague facades? Try your hand at identifying some of the city's most glorious landmarks.
Prague wants to repurpose Czech Post buildings as 'starter' apartments
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Some buildings being sold off by the post office are suitable for housing, and the City Hall hopes to acquire them.
Dark stores and cloud kitchens: Two global trends hit Czech real estate market
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Two types of e-shops could fill less desirable real estate, but some cities are pushing back against such business models.
Prague’s highest office rents can be found near these metro stops
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The construction of the metro D line is creating new opportunities for office development along the route.
ASK AN EXPERT: Should first-time Prague renters opt for a furnished or unfurnished apartment?
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We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about the pros and cons of renting various types of apartments in Prague.
Despite growing numbers of investment flats, owner-occupied housing dominates in Czechia
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A new study found that one in 10 apartments across the country are owned by people who have invested in multiple properties.
Czech mortgage market reviving, a fifth of the population plans to buy a new home
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People are now paying close attention to monthly mortgage payments, which can eat up to 40 percent of their budget.
Modern ‘ship in a bottle’ concert hall opening inside a historical spa in Czechia
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The new venue was built in the courtyard of the 19th-century Císařský lázně in Karlovy Vary without making any irreversible changes to the building.
Startup seeks to eliminate deposits for renting a flat in Czechia
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Having to come up with a large security deposit on top of the first rent and other fees can be an obstacle for many seeking to rent a flat.
The number of mortgages in Czechia rose by 60 percent in March
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The mortgage market has shown signs of recovery but is still affected by high interest rates and high housing prices.
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Apartment owners in Czechia can still rent rooms on Airbnb, new court ruling says
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The decision comes after the Prague Municipal Court had initially said that homeowners' associations could prevent short-term rentals.
A permit in 30 days: Changes to Czech law should make it easier build a house
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Sweeping changes to the building code have passed the lower house; if signed into law it could help ease the gridlock in making new housing.
ASK AN EXPERT: What are the rules for subletting your apartment in Czechia?
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We spoke with the realtors at Engel & Völkers about what your rights are when it comes to subletting.
