Germany’s realtors push bold reforms to ease the housing crisis
Journalist Rita Neves, host of the weekly podcast 'Keys in Hand' on the 'Expresso' platform, discusses the latest real estate market insights and expert opinions every Friday. Meanwhile, proposals to tackle the housing crisis include faster eviction proceedings and greater flexibility in setting rents and lease terms.
Key realtor associations in Germany, such as Haus & Grund Deutschland, Bundesverband Freier Immobilien- und Wohnungsunternehmen, and Hauptverband der Deutschen Wohnungswirtschaft, actively collaborate with politics and advise ministries on housing policies. These groups, led by figures like Kai Warnecke, Dirk Salewski, and Axel Gedaschko, influence policies on housing construction, rent control, and energy efficiency.
To strengthen the rental sector, these associations propose measures like phasing out legacy rent controls, offering tax incentives for realtor properties, and providing stronger contractual protections for landlords. These suggestions aim to increase the number of properties available for rent and boost the sector's flexibility.
The housing crisis in Germany is being addressed with proposals for faster eviction proceedings and more flexible rental policies. Realtor associations, led by prominent figures, play a crucial role in shaping housing policies. Their suggestions, such as phasing out rent controls and offering tax incentives, aim to encourage more properties onto the market and bolster the rental sector.
