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How to Find an Apartment in Germany as a Foreigner (2026 Guide)

September 28, 2025

Step-by-step guide to renting an apartment in Germany as an expat or foreigner. Best websites, required documents, how to beat the competition.

Documents Needed to Rent an Apartment in Germany (2026 Checklist)

November 5, 2025

Complete checklist: SCHUFA, proof of income, bank statements, ID & more. What first-time renters need, with tips for foreigners without German documents.

Can You Smoke Weed in Your Rented Apartment in Germany? (Cannabis Rauchen in der Mietwohnung)

November 9, 2025

Germany legalized cannabis in 2024, but can you smoke weed in your rental apartment? What landlords can prohibit and your rights as a tenant.

Understanding Your Rights as a Tenant in Germany

November 8, 2025

Learn about German tenant rights, rent increases, contract terms, and how to protect yourself when renting an apartment in Germany.

What Is the Best Property Management Software for Landlords?

October 5, 2025

Discover which tools help small landlords manage their rentals efficiently from tracking payments to handling tenants and documents.

Best Websites to Find Apartments in Europe

November 29, 2025

Discover the top apartment search platforms across Europe, from pan-European portals to country-specific gems that will help you find your next home.

German Rental Deposit (Kaution): Maximum 3 Months, Your Rights Under §551 BGB

December 1, 2025

Mietkaution explained: 3-month cold rent maximum under BGB §551, pay in installments, get your deposit back with interest. Complete 2026 guide.

Do Apartments in Germany Allow Pets? Laws & Landlord Rules (2026)

December 5, 2025

Can you keep a dog or cat in your German rental apartment? Complete 2026 guide to pet laws, what landlords can legally refuse, and how to get permission.

Stop Managing Your Rental with ChatGPT and WhatsApp

December 5, 2025

Using WhatsApp and ChatGPT to manage your rental seems easy, but it creates confusion, conflict and stress for both tenants and landlords.

Proof of Income for Renting in Germany: What Landlords Accept (2026)

December 12, 2025

Complete guide to Einkommensnachweis: what counts as proof of income for German landlords, alternatives for freelancers, students, and foreigners without German income.

How to Find an Apartment in Germany as a Student (2026 Guide)

December 18, 2025

Complete guide for students renting in Germany: housing options, documents without work history, blocked accounts, WG rooms, and budget tips by city.

How to Rent an Apartment in Germany Without SCHUFA (2026 Guide)

December 22, 2025

New to Germany with no SCHUFA? Complete guide to renting without a German credit history: alternatives landlords accept and how to build your SCHUFA quickly.

German Rental Contract (Mietvertrag) Explained: What to Check Before Signing

December 28, 2025

Complete guide to understanding your German Mietvertrag: key clauses, red flags, illegal terms, and what every tenant should check before signing.

Anmeldung in Germany: Complete English Guide to Registering Your Address (2026)

January 3, 2026

Step-by-step Anmeldung guide in English: what it is, why you need it within 14 days, required documents, how to book a Bürgeramt appointment, and what to do if you don't have an apartment yet.

Nebenkostenabrechnung Explained: How to Read Your German Utility Bill (2026)

January 5, 2026

Complete guide to the Nebenkostenabrechnung: what operating costs are included, how to read your annual utility statement, what Nachzahlung and Guthaben mean, and how to dispute errors.

Warmmiete vs Kaltmiete: What's Actually Included in German Rent? (2026)

January 7, 2026

Clear explanation of Warmmiete and Kaltmiete: what each includes, why German listings show Kaltmiete, how to calculate your true monthly costs, and red flags to watch for.

Moving Out of Your German Apartment: Complete Checklist & Übergabeprotokoll Guide (2026)

January 9, 2026

Complete moving out checklist for Germany: Kündigung notice periods, Übergabeprotokoll walkthrough, Schönheitsreparaturen obligations, getting your Kaution back, and Abmeldung when leaving.

How to Get Accepted in a German Flatshare (WG): Application Tips That Actually Work (2026)

January 11, 2026

Complete guide to WG applications in Germany: understanding WG culture, writing effective first messages, surviving the WG casting, and red flags to watch for on WG-Gesucht and other platforms.

How to List Your Apartment in Germany Without a Broker (Landlord Guide 2026)

January 13, 2026

Complete guide for German landlords: list your apartment without a Makler, write effective listings, take good photos, screen tenants properly, and handle viewings efficiently.

Finding an Apartment in Berlin as an Expat: Complete 2026 Guide

January 16, 2026

Comprehensive guide to renting in Berlin: market reality, Mietpreisbremse rent caps, neighborhood breakdown, best platforms, Anmeldung challenges, scam awareness, and realistic timelines for expats.