Join finbird for an exclusive webinar designed to help expats navigate the complexities of buying property in Germany. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to expand your investment portfolio, this session will provide you with the essential knowledge and tools to succeed in the German real estate market.

Buying property as an expat: The step-by-step you actually need

On January 13 at 3pm, Daniela from finbird will walk you through the German home-buying journey in plain English. Step by step, she will explain how to define a realistic budget, which documents to prepare, and how to search for suitable properties efficiently and assess them properly.

You will learn which checks are useful before making a commitment, how to coordinate your financing with the notary appointment, and which steps are involved on the way to a successful closing.

Here’s what you need to know about the webinar:

• When: January 13, 2026 at 3pm
• Where: Online
• Ideal for: Expats and non-expats who want to learn more about buying property in Germany
• Language: English
• Cost: Free (register now!)

What to expect

Join the webinar to:

• Get access to expert knowledge from experienced mortgage and real estate advisors
• Receive insights into the real estate purchasing process, from viewings and offers to draft contracts and handover
• Learn more about property financing, including how banks assess applications, the documents required, and how repayments work
• Ask questions and have them answered during and after the live event

The buying process

During the webinar, you will be guided through the structured path from initial orientation to the notary appointment, including defining your search criteria, creating a realistic budget, submitting an offer, and preparing to sign. 

You'll look at typical timelines, requiremend documents, and how to avoid common delays. You'll also receive practical guidance on what to look out for with older properties or incomplete documentation. 

Mortgages and property financing

You will also learn about financing a property in Germany, including how banks assess your application, the criteria that really matter, and how to prepare your documents effectively. You will also learn how mortgages, fixed interest periods, repayment rates, and purchase and closing costs work.

Using examples, Daniela will show you how financing can vary depending on the type of property and the steps you can take to make your application smoother. 

The webinar agenda

The webinar is split into several sections:

Market environment for real estate purchases

Insights and explanations on economic conditions and developments that are relevant for real estate, construction financing or construction interest rates.

Real estate purchase process

Know and understand the most important steps in the real estate purchase process. Gain insight into the roles of market participants and the real estate purchase process.

Develop an understanding of suitable real estate financing structures

Understanding the different financing structures to develop a feeling for which financing best suits the desired property.

Understanding the complexities of real estate financing

Develop an understanding of the complexity of situations that may be challenging for financing and what solutions are available.

Clarification of specific questions

The webinar concludes with an interactive component where they will respond to previously submitted questions or new questions that the participants would like to have answered at the end of the event.

Why you should join this webinar

This webinar is ideal for you if:

• You are an expat in Germany: Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities for expats in the German real estate market.
• You are looking to buy property: Get current market insights for Germany to make informed purchasing decisions.
• You need mortgage solutions: Understand financing options tailored for expats and how to secure the best mortgage deals.
• You are seeking financial guidance: Gain clarity on requirements, implications, and financial benefits for purchasing and financing.
• You want effective property search tips: Discover strategies to find properties and how to utilise tools to shortlist favourable properties.
• You have specific questions: Benefit from personalised advice during the interactive Q&A session with industry experts.

Join finbird for an exclusive webinar designed to help expats navigate the complexities of buying property in Germany. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to expand your investment portfolio, this session will provide you with the essential knowledge and tools to succeed in the German real estate market.

Make sure you register now to secure your spot on January 13!

Your host for this webinar

Daniela is a mortgage and property consultant at finbird. Her mission is to help expats in their property journey in Germany. finbird is a licensed mortgage advisor that provides you with a tailored financing concept to fit your individual needs. They also act as your partner throughout the entire real estate purchase process.