Finding a flat in Germany
Germany's tight rental market — where to search, the Schufa/Selbstauskunft and documents landlords expect, and avoiding scams.
Germany's tight rental market — where to search, the Schufa/Selbstauskunft and documents landlords expect, and avoiding scams.
Key points to understand
Portals (ImmoScout24, WG-Gesucht) and viewings (Massenbesichtigung)
Portals (ImmoScout24, WG-Gesucht) and viewings (Massenbesichtigung). In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
The Bewerbermappe: Schufa, payslips, references
The Bewerbermappe: Schufa, payslips, references. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Kaltmiete vs Warmmiete and avoiding scams
Kaltmiete vs Warmmiete and avoiding scams. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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