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Traditional or Serviced Office at Hanza Tower? A 2026 Cost Comparison
Traditional office from PLN 65/m² or serviced from PLN 550/month at Hanza Tower? We compare costs and extra fees to help you pick the right office for your business.
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What to look for when buying a primary market apartment? 10 tips
You often buy a new build apartment based solely on floor plans, 3D renderings, and completion dates written in a contract. The physical building may not even exist yet, but the decision commits you to hundreds of thousands of zlotys for decades to come. Fortunately, most risks can be analyzed through official documents before paying your first deposit. Here are 10 essential tips to evaluate the investment, the contract, and the apartment itself.
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Homeowners association vs. Housing cooperative – how do they differ?
In real estate listings, homeowners associations and housing cooperatives appear similar because both require monthly building maintenance payments. The practical difference becomes clear during major building repairs or fee disputes. The management entity governing your building dictates your voting power, financial transparency, and true property ownership rights. Here is how homeowners associations differ from cooperatives and how a building can transition from one to the other.
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Glamour style apartment – how to decorate it? A practical guide
A velvet sofa, crystal chandelier, and gilded mirror can transform a living room into a movie-set interior. Yet used without restraint, these same elements can look overly flashy. The line between luxury and excess is thin, and mistakes can be costly because marble and decorative molding are premium materials. Discover what defines glamour style, how to choose balanced colors and furniture, and how much shine is enough.
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Standard ceiling height in apartments – how high is it and why does it matter?
Floor plans clearly show square footage, but they rarely emphasize the third dimension. Yet a difference of 10 or 20 cm in ceiling height determines whether you can install suspended ceilings, tall wardrobes, or pendant lighting over your dining table. Ceiling height also dictates natural light diffusion and heating costs. Learn legal minimums, market standards, and what to measure during property handovers.
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Earnest money deposit for an apartment – how much is it and how does it differ from an advance payment?
A single word in a preliminary purchase contract can cost tens of thousands of zlotys. If an upfront payment is classified as earnest money, backing out of the purchase means forfeiting the funds completely, while a seller who backs out must pay you double the deposit amount. An advance payment carries no such consequences. Learn how both forms work, typical market amounts, and what clauses to include when buying with a mortgage.
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Property ownership forms in Poland: types and characteristics
Two identical apartments in the exact same residential building can grant vastly different legal rights. One can be sold or mortgaged freely without anyone's approval, while another cannot even be passed down to heirs. The underlying legal title dictates these rules, making it essential to verify ownership type before signing a preliminary contract. Here are four property rights found on the Polish real estate market and how they can be converted.
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Modern style in an apartment – arrangement principles and inspirations for 2026
Simple geometric shapes, smooth fronts, and ample open floor space can easily be mistaken for an uninhabited interior. For years, modern style was associated with this clinical coldness, but in 2026, it is warmer, softer, and centered on everyday comfort. Planning mistakes cost more here than in other arrangements because built-in cabinetry and lighting systems cannot be altered without breaking into walls. Check which principles remain constant and which have evolved over recent seasons.
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Ceny mieszkań nadal rosną. Nowe dane GUS
Na początku października na portalu money.pl opublikowano najnowsze informacje Głównego Urzędu Statystycznego dotyczące cen mieszkań w Polsce. Z danych za II kwartał 2026 roku wynika, że ceny lokali mieszkalnych wzrosły zarówno na rynku pierwotnym, jak i wtórnym.