Kaufnebenkosten

In English: Incidental purchase costs

Costs on top of the price: real estate transfer tax, notary, land registry and possibly a broker. Together 7–15% of the price, depending on the federal state. Banks rarely finance them, so plan to pay them from your own capital.

Where it comes up

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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.