Guide to property auctions
Everything you need to know about property auctions and forced sales in Switzerland – from the process and financing to the risks. Clearly explained and regularly updated.
Buying property at auction in Switzerland – the complete guide
How does a property auction work in Switzerland? A guide to forced sales, the process, financing, risks and opportunities – clearly explained.
Read the guideHow a forced sale works in Switzerland
Step by step: how a forced property sale works in Switzerland – from the official publication and bidding to the entry in the land register.
6 min readForced sale vs. private sale
Forced sale or private sale? This comparison explains price formation, certainty, speed and risks of both routes when buying property in Switzerland.
5 min readFinancing a property bought at auction
How do you finance a property from a Swiss forced sale? Mortgage, equity, the down payment on the day of the auction and affordability explained.
5 min readRisks & due diligence in forced sales
What buyers need to watch out for at Swiss forced sales: exclusion of warranty, schedule of encumbrances, tenancies, double call and a checklist.
6 min readHow to read the auction terms correctly
The auction terms are the most important document in a forced sale. How to read the payment terms, schedule of encumbrances and date of transfer correctly.
5 min readReady for the next auction?
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