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Check the Condominium Reserve Fund: Identify 7 Cost Traps Before Buying

Before buying a condominium, you shouldn’t just compare the purchase price and operating costs. If you want to review a condominium’s reserve fund, you must also take into account future projections, meeting minutes, renovations, and existing loans. After all, even a large reserve fund doesn’t automatically protect you from unexpected expenses. Our checklist shows you which documents you should request before buying an apartment in Vienna or Salzburg and how you can identify potential renovation risks early on and better assess their financial implications.

Land Registry Fee for Real Estate Purchases in 2026: 7 Costs That Matter Again

As of July 1, 2026, the temporary fee exemption for real estate purchases has expired. As a result, buyers in Austria must once again expect to pay 1.1 % for the registration of ownership and, if financing is involved, an additional 1.2 % for the registration of a lien. What does the 2026 land registry fee for real estate purchases mean for your budget? Using purchase prices of 300,000, 500,000, and 750,000 euros as examples, we’ll show you what costs to expect and what buyers in Vienna and Salzburg should be aware of now.
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