Be prepared to come in with additional cash to close due the the appraisal.   

A local real estate lawyer or translator can ensure you fully understand the terms and conditions of the purchase.Other Costs to Consider- Closing Costs: In addition to your down payment, expect to pay an additional 8-12% of the property price for:- Notary Fees: Around 1-2% of the purchase price.- Property Transfer Tax (Grunderwerbsteuer): 3.5-6.5%, depending on the region- Land Registration Fees: Approximately 0.5-1.5%.- Realtor Fees: As mentioned, these range from 3-7% of the purchase price, plus VAT.Benefits for Service Members- Equity Building: Owning property builds equity over time, providing long-term financial security.- Strong Rental Potential: If reassigned, you can rent the property out in Germany high-demand rental market.- Tax Advantages: Germany offers tax deductions for property owners, which can help offset some costs.Key TakeawaysService members have a unique opportunity to buy property in Germany with minimal upfront costs.

Moderator, we have no financial relationship with any guru :B ] after we canceled promptly there were no additional billings either time.

Just be cognizant that if you househack a multiunit, you have to live next door to your tenants, and you will also be steepening your learning curve by adding additional layers.

I think what @Garrett Brown is getting at is using this in addition to other methods.

Loss of use is foryour additional expenses if you can not live there due to a covered claim (ie.

Additionally, you can still find deals that will cash flow and hit the 1% rule and amazing appreciation potential. 

In short, I can afford the additional $1100/mo cost of a second house, even until I rent it out.I have around $35K in HYSA and emergency funds that I could use for a down payment, but that's less than 20% which would be required for a conventional loan, assuming full purchase price.

However I believe it’s great to have two independent sets of eyes (in addition to your own) on the books to make sure everything is accounted for and running smoothly.

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