Five years in a row: ADEN Immobilien named “Top Company” on Kununu

For rented residential properties, tax depreciation (AfA) plays a key role in ongoing profitability. In practice, however, depreciation is often applied very broadly – regardless of the actual condition of the building. In Berlin in particular, where a large proportion of housing stock consists of older and post-war buildings, this flat-rate approach may differ significantly from reality. A residual useful life appraisal makes it possible to align depreciation with the actual economic remaining life of the building, provided certain conditions are met. This article explains the basic principles, puts the topic into context, and highlights what property owners should pay attention to.

What is a residual useful life appraisal? A residual useful life appraisal estimates the remaining economic lifespan of a building. It does not concern market value or sale price, but focuses solely on the question: […]

In a market like Berlin, where countless real estate agencies compete for the attention of buyers and sellers, visibility and credibility matter more than ever. Many promote themselves with seals, rankings and awards – often prominently placed. ADEN Immobilien takes a different approach. We are among the most awarded real estate agencies in Berlin – and have been for many years. Yet anyone browsing our website or brochures will notice: there are no badges. Not because we don’t have them, but because we choose not to put them front and center.

An overview of our awards Since 2020, we have received the FOCUS Top Real Estate Agent Award every year – based on peer evaluations, market analyses and client feedback. In parallel, Capital magazine has repeatedly […]

As the year got under way, the major research institutes and departments, assessors associations, statisticians and market observers published their figures relating to Germany’s property market. The results are illuminating and provide insight into potential future developments. This year, the trend is once again clear: property prices are continuing to rise across the board – though less dynamically than before.  

Berlin – a city of possibilities Berlin is a modern, dynamic metropolis with international pulling power. The break-neck pace of development here over the past three decades is reflected in the diametric contrast of challenges […]