A guide to the tenancy

Switzerland - a country of tenants. Two out of three people in Switzerland live in rented accommodation. The tenancy agreement comes with rights and obligations that not everyone is fully aware of. The guide "Living in Switzerland - Information about renting an apartment" summarizes these in an easy-to-understand way and is not only worth a look in the event of difficulties or disputes.

Date

7.4.2021

Author

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The answers to your questions ...
What must be included in a rental agreement? How high can the rent deposit be? How do I defend myself against a rent increase? What should I do if my new partner wants to move in with me? Which repairs in the apartment do I have to pay for at my own expense? These are just some of the questions that can arise in the course of a tenant’s life. If you are not familiar with these issues and do not know which advisory and arbitration authorities can help you with them, they often provide fertile ground for years of disputes between tenants, with the landlord, the management or the janitor. This is a stressful situation for almost everyone, which can usually be avoided through knowledge and education.

… can be found here:
Download the information “Living in Switzerland” published jointly by the tenants’ association, homeowners’ association, the association of housing cooperatives and many other relevant representatives in this areafree of charge as a PDF, keep it in a safe place and refer to this reliable guide if you are unsure.