Lex Koller to be tightened: what owners, buyers and investors should know now
The consultation on the revision of the Lex Koller closed in mid-July. That marks the start of the evaluation phase for the federal government – and, for anyone planning to buy or sell a property in the coming years, a period in which forward planning pays off. The direction of travel is clear: the acquisition of residential property by persons abroad is to be defined far more narrowly than it is today. If you own a property, are thinking of selling, or are invested in real estate funds, it is worth knowing what is on the table, even though nothing has yet entered into force.
Below we set out what the proposal covers, who it affects and which considerations already make sense today.