Buying & Selling

Settling down for good? Delve into the topic of buying and selling a home in Switzerland, including how to secure a mortgage and insure your property.

Home insurance in Switzerland: contents and liability

Find out your options for home insurance in Switzerland with this guide that explains what’s needed, what’s available and who provides it.

Property taxes in Switzerland: is it expensive to buy property?

Buying a home in Switzerland is a significant investment, but the associated taxes are often lower than many expats expect. Unlike countries with a unified national system, Swiss property taxes are determined by the canton and municipality where the home is located. Generally, you should budget between 1.5% and 5% of the purchase price to cover one-off taxes […]

Swiss real estate: buying a house in Switzerland

Get the lowdown on how to buy a house in Switzerland, from rules around foreign ownership to the Swiss home buying process.

Mortgages in Switzerland: housing loans and interest rates in 2026

Read all about mortgages in Switzerland in 2026, including eligibility for expats, down payment rules, and local lending practices.

How to sell a house in Switzerland

Planning to sell a house in Switzerland? This guide explains how to go about it and what to do in order to maximize your chances of selling for a good price.