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    Vastgoednieuws

    Renovation obligation: what do the changes mean for your home?

    In the Flemish government agreement 2024-2029, several important changes have been announced regarding the renovation obligation. This obligation plays a crucial role in the energy policy of the region and aims to improve the energy efficiency of the Flemish housing stock. However, the new adjustments provide owners with a bit more breathing room. Below, we provide an overview of what exactly is changing.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Reduced registration fees: what does it mean for home buyers?

    The Flemish government has recently announced that the registration tax for the purchase of the first and only family home will be reduced from 3% to 2%. This measure, which will come into effect on January 1, 2025, offers potential buyers a chance to save significantly. But what does this reduction entail exactly, and how can you benefit from it optimally?

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    Tips & Trends

    Your party is only complete with the Habicom bouncy castle!

    Are you organizing a street or neighborhood party? Are you celebrating a communion or spring party? Are you looking for entertainment for your sports event? Or is one of your kids having a birthday soon?

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    Vastgoedrecht

    A mortgage loan: what is that?

    Your first home purchase; for many an exciting and big first step towards independence. Before you start working on the interior, it is important to pay attention to the costs.


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    Blog

    Price gap is widening

    What will the housing market look like in 2023? And what will happen to real estate prices in the new year? At habicom, we saw that last year the cards were shuffled again. In the first half of 2022, house and apartment prices continued to rise, as in previous years, but in the second half, the Belgian real estate market cooled down and house prices stabilized.


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    Collega in de spotlight

    Our colleague Kurt in the spotlight!

    Kurt lives with his wife and 2 kids in the heart of Mortsel. His passion for real estate started about 20 years ago and he has been active at habicom for 4 years now.

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    Vastgoedrecht

    Reduced registration fees for those who renovate energetically.

    Are you planning to purchase a property and fully renovate it within 5 years? In certain cases, you will only pay 5% registration fees.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Real estate office of the future

    Almost daily we hear about it in the news: the rise and further expansion of digital services, with the latest trend being the chatbot, which answers all your questions based on AI (artificial intelligence). The technology is not yet advanced enough to fully replace a human, but it is a fact that an increasing part of the services are provided online.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    First digital habicom real estate shop

    At the entrance of the municipality of Kontich, on the corner of Antwerpsesteenweg and Koningin Astridlaan, the real estate experts of habicom are preparing their first digital real estate shop. In early 2023, they will move into residence Gonthier together with Hypotheekwinkel Kontich. The construction works for this are in full swing.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    Real estate prices continue to rise

    Despite all the reports in recent times that the real estate market is cooling down significantly, the prices of houses and apartments continue to rise. This is evident from the most recent figures from the Notary Barometer.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    Limitation of rent indexing from October 1 for homes with poor energy performance certificate values

    The Flemish government has announced this weekend, starting from October 1st, the freezing of rent indexation as one of the energy measures. The rents of houses and apartments that are not energy-efficient enough will be temporarily frozen in whole or in part.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    The challenges in the real estate market of tomorrow

    Digitalization, social media, a new generation of buyers and renters with different expectations... As a real estate expert, we constantly deal with new developments that influence and change our sector as well as the market. Naranjo Decamps, board member at habicom, recently spoke at the Immoscoop 2.0 event at Hangar27 in Edegem about the challenges in the real estate market of tomorrow.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Compulsory asbestos test drives sellers to extra costs

    From November 23, in addition to a soil certificate, urban planning information, an electricity certificate, an EPC, a post-intervention file, you must also present an asbestos certificate when selling your house or apartment. At least if the building dates from before 2001.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    Job vacancy: Sales & Operational Manager Real Estate

    For further growth, we are looking for a 'Sales & operational manager real estate'


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Renovate or move?

    Pay for a renovation or move instead? It is a question that many have already asked themselves, but which is now especially relevant with the introduction of the mandatory asbestos certificate and renovation obligation.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Rise in real estate prices is slowing down

    The first signs that the real estate market is cooling down are there. And that is good news for those looking for a new home.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Living in Edegem starts with habicom

    Anyone who wants to know everything about living in Edegem should now go to habicom. The well-known real estate expert recently opened his sixth office there and simultaneously launched the brand new website woneninedegem.be.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Edegem welcomes habicom!

    In early 2022, habicom will open a new office on Strijdersstraat in Edegem. Ben Verhelst, who is already active at habicom, will take the helm of this 6th habicom office. Naranjo Decamps, director of habicom: "Ben has over 12 years of experience and is a true Edegem local. Since we need to sell not only bricks but also the location, Ben is the real estate expert you need in Edegem."


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Real estate prices continue to rise, despite (expected) economic downturn

    Will prices drop or rise? That is the question that occupies many people who are looking for a new home. Is it better to wait with purchases, or should you seize the opportunity when your dream home comes along?

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    Vastgoednieuws

    Habicom joins Immoscoop 2.0

    Together with KBC and 15 other real estate agents/groups, Habicom, as a shareholder, also joins Immoscoop 2.0. The 16 real estate agents and the bank and insurer KBC join forces to develop the completely new platform, Immoscoop 2.0, into the reference partner in the real estate market.

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    Blog

    Habicom opens new office in Antwerp

    Today, Marc Fransen, former news anchor at ATV, kicked off a new real estate story in the city. After a short speech, he cut the green ribbon and thus opened the new habicom office at Paleisstraat 2. From now on, everyone can come here with their housing wishes and real estate questions.


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    Vastgoednieuws

    Habicom expands further: one office on wheels and one in brick

    After starting their own handyman service just before the corona lockdown, habicom is back with big news today. The young real estate company from Mortsel, in addition to the four offices in the southern outskirts of Antwerp, is adding two new branches: an office in Antwerp and a mobile version in a van.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    I have checked: that's approved!

    A habicom check is carried out by our real estate experts and is the guarantee for a quick sale. Thanks to our excellent regional knowledge, we can go further than just a free appraisal and valuation.

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    Vastgoednieuws

    Real estate specialist habicom launches its own handyman service

    To achieve a successful sale or rental, it is best to present your home as well as possible. Cleaning up, tidying, but also repairing and restoring various things. If you don't have time for all these tasks yourself or if you are hesitant for another reason, our handyman service is happy to take over your 'to do' list.

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    Project in de kijker

    Project in the spotlight: Brouwersloft in Mortsel

    The Brouwersloft project was officially presented to the public on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. A press moment was held and the first interested parties already came by to get to know the project. From now on, you can contact habicom for all information about these luxury lofts in a unique setting.

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    Project in de kijker

    Project in the spotlight: #EJ70 in Edegem

    Living in #EJ70 is equivalent to contemporary living in superior comfort with all amenities in the immediate vicinity. The project is located in the neighborhood 'Buizegem' in Edegem. #EJ70 is easily accessible and centrally located between Kontich and Edegem. Prices starting from €295,000. Prices are always exclusive of VAT, registration, and (notary) costs.

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    Habicook

    Salmon with tomato and olives

    This delicious and quickly prepared dish is one of the favorites of our colleague and habicook for the occasion, Ben.


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    Habicook

    Cod from the oven with mashed potatoes, green salsa, and confit cherry tomatoes

    Do you remember? In 2011, Naranjo participated in the TV show 'Come Dine With Me'. He made this delicious dish that was very well received! Especially for the 19th edition of our LIVING magazine, he dove into the kitchen with his children, they made this 'classic' again and he shares the recipe with you.


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    Habicook

    habicook: pheasant fillet with oven-roasted vegetables and cognac sauce

    Creating a festive dish for the end-of-year period doesn't have to be complicated or difficult at all. This delicious dish is simple and easy to prepare, so you can enjoy it with your 'bubble guests'.

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    Habicook

    habicook: cod in the oven Provençal style

    This delicious oven dish is a real recommendation to prepare when family or friends come over for dinner. You can prepare almost everything in advance, then bake it in the oven and enjoy this Mediterranean dish with a nice glass of wine.


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    Habicook

    habicook: delicious Cosy Kitchen waterzooi

    From Flemish classics to Eastern-inspired preparations and from Southern casseroles to delicious desserts, ... Since the very beginning, the "habicook" has always been part of the Living Magazine. In this section, our habicom colleagues take turns conjuring up delightful recipes with local restaurants time and time again!


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    Habicook

    habicook: asparagus with ham mousseline

    From Flemish classics to Eastern-inspired dishes and from Southern oven dishes to delicious desserts, ... Since the very beginning, the "habicook" has always been part of the Wonen Magazine. In this section, our habicom colleagues take turns conjuring up delightful recipes with local restaurants time and time again!


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    Habicook

    habicook: quinoa with pork tenderloin

    From Flemish classics to Eastern-inspired preparations and from Southern oven dishes to delicious desserts, ... Since the very beginning, the "habicook" has always been part of the Wonen Magazine. In this section, our habicom colleagues take turns conjuring up delightful recipes with local restaurants time and time again!


    Article
    Vastgoednieuws

    Everything you need to know about the new water test