When you buy a house, flat or land, you don't just pay the purchase price of the property. There are always additional costs you need to take into account. What exactly are these costs? We list them all for you below. 1. Costs related to the purchase 1.1. Registration duties, also known as selling rights or registration tax When you buy a

Get your home photo- and visit-ready with these tips! Your house or apartment is going on sale soon? Exciting! Your file at Albert is compiled and handled with care. This also means that the time has come to show your home at its best to potential buyers. Preparing your home for photographs and viewing requires extra attention. Because how do

Geert and Nathalie are the motivated real estate agents at the Albert office in Diepenbeek, where personalized service and transparency are essential. Their shared passion for the profession makes them a dynamic duo who always strive for quality and a sincere relationship with the customer. Geert, Nathalie and Albert. It all began at Christma

The European Union has set several energy efficiency targets and regulations. By 2030, 32.5% less energy must be consumed. This is because energy efficiency contributes to achieving the energy and climate goals. Achieving the same result with less energy also saves costs. This can be done, for example, through energy-efficient solutions or by taki

We return to 1 January 2024: a new year and a new Albert office. Under the leadership of Kris Bauwens, we are further expanding our office network with the opening of a new location in Gistel. Kris can best be described as a doer who always puts his customers first. Kris and Albert. After just under five years' experience in the industry, Kri

Real Estate Group Albert: a story of two like-minded real estate agents, Jan Vlieghe and Peter-Jan Matthijs, with a clear vision. We look back at 2016, the founding of Albert, and let Peter-Jan, co-founder and office director of Albert Smetlede & Wetteren, have his say. Peter-Jan and Albert's story. The passion for real estate was never

At Albert Group: a story of two like-minded real estate agents, Jan Vlieghe and Peter-Jan Matthijs, with a clear vision. We go back to 2016, the founding of Albert, and let Jan, co-founder and office manager of Albert Loppem, speak. Jan and the story of Albert. Jan: "Just under 10 years ago, Peter-Jan Matthijs and myself crossed paths ag

At the beginning of 2024, Lise Gallant took over the torch from Glen Vandersnickt, as the new CEO of real estate group Albert. Today, our group has 14 offices from Limburg to the coast with a team of 40 local experts. In recent years, we have already experienced remarkable growth and managed to guarantee our quality & service at all times. At Albe

Yes! We are live! We are excited to proudly introduce our brand new website to you! It has been an extraordinary journey, with countless meetings, extensive rounds of editing and dedicated efforts in video and photography. And the results have been magnificent! We've not only made the road to selling a home easier, but also simplified the search

Yes, spring is the perfect time to sell your home! The pleasant weather, longer days and colorful flowers make selling a home extra appealing. We've listed 4 reasons why spring is the ideal time to put your home up for sale. # The garden is in bloom In spring, the garden comes back to life. The trees regain their leaves and the flowers begin to

Albert Real Estate becomes Albert Our growth in Flanders knows no borders, and that certainly includes our language borders! Recognizability and accessibility are of paramount importance to us. That is why we have chosen to consciously choose for our customers and to carry out a small rebranding from Albert Vastgoed to Albert. We keep our logo wi

Recently bought a home? Or planning to buy a home soon? As of Jan. 1, 2023, renovation requirements will apply to residential buildings. We answer the most frequently asked questions for you. What exactly is the renovation obligation? Anyone who buys a home in Flanders with energy rating E or F must make the necessary efforts to bring it up to l

An endless summer is what everyone longs for. Wondering how you can make the most of your summer? Near our offices you will find the best summer activities! 1. Visit the Affligem Abbey "You never drink an Affligem alone. You share it to enjoy it together". So a visit to Affligem Abbey is more than worth it! In addition to the abbey buildings,

Are you selling a home built before the year 2001? Then an asbestos certificate is mandatory as of November 2022. Read more about it in our blog! You can apply for the asbestos certificate from July 1. The certificate contains information about asbestos in the house and tests whether the house is asbestos-safe. This way, the buyer and seller are c

That the summer vacations are not an ideal time to sell your home is a myth. Because during the summer many people do start looking for a new home. For the following five reasons, it is interesting to consider selling your home this summer. The days are longer, it is lighter for longer. This also makes it easier to showcase your home fresher. Th

That investing in real estate is one of the most profitable investments, we have known for a long time. But which type of real estate is most interesting? A house or an apartment? We would like to list the advantages for you! Invest in an apartment Apartments are in huge demand on the rental market. Compared to a house, the purchase cost of an

From 1 December, Albert Real Estate is launching the giveaway promotion "A December to remember". With the promotion, we would like to put a smile on people's faces during these special times in the most magical month of the year! We spend more time together at home and therefore we want to make it extra cosy at home for you! During December, Alb