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Understanding Nebenkosten: What Landlords Can Charge Tenants
Introduction to Nebenkosten
- The discussion begins with the importance of understanding Nebenkosten (additional costs) for landlords and how they can be charged to tenants.
- It is essential to have a contractual agreement with tenants regarding the allocation of these costs, which should be clearly stated in the rental contract.
Types of Umlagefähige Nebenkosten
- Commonly chargeable costs include operational expenses, but extraordinary items like smoke detector maintenance or roof cleaning must be explicitly listed.
- The Betriebskostenverordnung (Operating Costs Regulation) in Germany governs what can be charged as additional costs.
Specific Costs That Can Be Charged
- Basic property taxes and drainage fees are fully chargeable; drainage fees depend on water usage and land area.
- Warm operating costs related to heating and hot water are also chargeable, typically allowing 50% to 70% of total heating costs to be passed on based on consumption.
Additional Chargeable Services
- Costs for street cleaning, waste disposal (excluding trash bin purchases), elevator maintenance, and garden care by external services can also be allocated to tenants.
- Cleaning expenses for common areas like stairwells or laundry rooms may also be included if agreed upon.
Insurance and Maintenance Costs
- Insurance premiums such as building insurance or liability insurance for homeowners can count towards additional costs.
- However, repair costs are not chargeable; it’s advisable for landlords to separate contracts into chargeable and non-chargeable categories.
Upcoming Changes in Regulations
- Notably, from July 1, 2024, charges related to communal antenna systems will no longer be permissible under new telecommunications laws.
- After this date, tenants must subscribe individually for TV services instead of having these charges included in their rent.
Non-Chargeable Costs
- Certain expenses such as apartment maintenance or repairs (e.g., heating system repairs), administrative fees, specific insurances like tenant protection insurance cannot be passed onto tenants.
Financing Tips for Fair Renters
Importance of Financing Experts
- The speaker emphasizes the value of consulting financing experts, specifically mentioning Hütig and Rumpfen, to assist with property financing needs.
- Fair renters may require additional financial support for construction financing or purchasing a second property.
- The experts have access to a network of over 500 partner banks, which allows them to find tailored offers for clients.