Bearbeitungsgebühr / Schätzkosten

In English: Processing and valuation fees

One-off costs of taking out the loan, such as a fee for valuing the property. For consumer loans, German courts have ruled general processing fees unlawful, but valuation, broker or partial-payout fees may still apply. Fees raise the effective rate.

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These are estimates to help you plan – not financial, tax or legal advice. They use German tax rules for 2026, assume steady returns and interest rates, and simplify where the page says so. Check the figures with your bank or a tax adviser before you decide.