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Life Science Real Estate segment shows stable development despite crisis

The life science real estate segment remains stable despite the crisis and benefits from global megatrends. Important markets are the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ireland and the Netherlands, with the latter offering particularly good location factors.

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First months after handover decisive for the economic success of new buildings

A panel of experts emphasised the importance of early integration of facility and property managers in order to ensure economic success in new buildings. They discussed typical problem areas and solutions for the first months after the property handover.

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Hamburg’s real estate market 2026: Between structural pressure and new dynamics

In 2026, Hamburg's real estate market will show an area of tension between structural challenges and signs of stabilisation. Rents in the housing market are rising, while the office market is benefiting from high-quality locations, and new usage concepts such as flex offices are gaining in importance.

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Basically unaffordable – Privately financed housing in Berlin

Berlin's residential construction is stabilizing with around 16,300 completed apartments. The average asking rents in privately financed new buildings are 20 euros per square metre, which is unaffordable for many Berlin households.

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Family offices focus on housing – real estate ratio remains high

Family offices invest over half of their assets in real estate, with a focus on direct investments and residential real estate. Despite geopolitical uncertainties, real estate remains strategically set. Demand for residential real estate and direct investments is at a record level.

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Commercial real estate financing – “All black swans are on the pond”

Industry experts will discuss the tense situation in commercial real estate financing in 2026 at an online press conference. Important topics were the real funding gap, the impact of Basel IV on project developments and the role of credit funds.

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Commercial and craftsmen’s parks: market is becoming more professional, business is becoming a decisive factor

The market for commercial and craft parks is growing structurally and is driven by the high demand for flexible space in urban locations. Professional asset and property management is becoming increasingly important for investors.

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Construction turbo meets the reality of the authorities: Acceleration alone is not enough

The construction turbo is intended to accelerate housing construction in Germany, but voluntary use by municipalities remains an obstacle. High construction and financing costs stand in the way of economic implementation.

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