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How to Choose a Real Estate Agent: What Sellers Consider

How to Choose a Real Estate Agent: What Sellers Consider

Most people choose an agent by promised price or who called first. What to verify before signing and how to spot price inflation.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Safely View a Property and What to Ask

How to Safely View a Property and What to Ask

Practical property viewing checklist: moisture, windows, utilities, heating, noise, common areas, and key questions for the seller you can't forget.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

New Construction or Older Apartment? Pros and Cons

New Construction or Older Apartment? Pros and Cons

Comparing new construction vs. older apartments: price, additional costs, energy, layout, defect risk, maintenance, and location. Which is right for you?

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Read Real Estate Market Trends and When to Buy

How to Read Real Estate Market Trends and When to Buy

Interest rates, supply vs. demand, time on market, and prices — learn to read key market signals, recognize trends, and avoid the myth of perfect timing.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Estimate Property Price by Neighborhood

How to Estimate Property Price by NeighborhoodCalculator

A practical guide to determining the real market price of an apartment or house based on comparable sales and surrounding property prices.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

How to Measure Apartment Floor Area Correctly

How to Measure Apartment Floor Area CorrectlyCalculator

What counts toward apartment area and what doesn't, difference between usable and floor area, how to handle balconies and basements, and why square meters differ in listings.

Real EstateJan Fűri

Rights and Obligations of Landlords and Tenants

Rights and Obligations of Landlords and Tenants

Who pays for which repairs, when can a landlord enter the apartment, how does the security deposit work, how to end a lease, and how to avoid disputes with a good contract and communication.

Real EstateJan Fűri

What to Watch Out for in a Rental Agreement

What to Watch Out for in a Rental AgreementCalculator

Practical guide to rental agreements: lease term, security deposit, notice period, repairs, utilities, subletting, inflation clause, and handover protocol.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

First apartment rental: practical tips and checklist

First apartment rental: practical tips and checklistCalculator

Complete first rental guide: budget, viewing, deposit, handover protocol, contract and living with roommates.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Choose the Right Location for Your Home

How to Choose the Right Location for Your Home

Practical guide to choosing a neighborhood: accessibility, amenities, schools, noise, zoning plans, safety, and how to verify the area before buying.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Make an Offer on Property and What's in the Purchase Agreement

How to Make an Offer on Property and What's in the Purchase Agreement

From your first offer through reservation agreement and escrow to registration in the land registry. Step-by-step guide for buyers in the Czech Republic.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

How to Price a Property for Sale CorrectlyCalculator

Practical guide to property pricing: comparable sales, price maps, price factors, risks of overpricing and underpricing, and when to adjust price.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How Property Valuation Works and What It CostsCalculator

Market valuation, bank appraisal, and expert assessment — who performs them, what affects price, how they work, and typical costs.

Real EstateJan Fűri

Home staging: How to prepare a property for sale

A practical guide to inexpensively preparing an apartment or house for sale — cleaning, depersonalization, minor repairs, lighting, and professional photography.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

Hidden Costs When Buying Property

Overview of fees and expenses buyers often forget: agent commissions, legal services and escrow, appraisal, land registry filing, insurance, and repair reserves.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How Much Savings Do You Need for a Mortgage?Calculator

How much money must you have saved before applying for a mortgage? We explain LTV, how much banks lend, and what costs to expect beyond the down payment.

Real EstateJan Fűri

Types of Mortgages and How to Choose the Right OneCalculator

Fixed vs. variable rate, fixation period, LTV, purpose-specific and non-purpose mortgages, refinancing, and early repayment — clearly and practically.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

Mortgage Pre-Approval: How to Get It and Why You Need ItCalculator

What mortgage pre-approval is, what documents banks require, how they assess creditworthiness, and why pre-approval helps you negotiate a better price.

Real EstateJan Fűri

First-Time Home Buyer's GuideCalculator

Complete process for your first property purchase: common beginner mistakes, hidden costs, how to avoid overpaying, and what to watch for before signing.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Prepare for Buying an Apartment or HouseCalculator

Financial preparation, mortgage pre-approval, budget and reserves, priorities and compromises. A practical guide to everything to settle before you start looking.

Real EstateSimona Fűri

10 Steps to Buying a Property

A clear guide to buying an apartment or house step by step: from budget and financing through viewings and offers to escrow, mortgage, and registration.

Real EstateJan Fűri

How to Get Your Real Estate Listing Into ChatGPT & Perplexity (2026)

A practical guide for agents and owners: how to prepare a property listing so AI assistants recommend it to buyers.

Real EstateSimona Fűri