Your landlord does not repair a defect in the property you are renting, even after multiple summons? Then you can consign the rent! Here’s how to do it:
Consignment is a way of “taking your rent hostage”. The tenant pays his rent to the consignment fund and not to his landlord, thus putting pressure on him to repair a certain defect in the rented property.
A rent can be consigned…
You are a tenant of a property and wish to rent it to someone else. We explain how to do so.
Subletting is in principle legal in Switzerland! However, there are a few steps to follow to set it up.
Step 1: The agreement of the main landlord
Always ask your landlord’s…
Tacit renewal is a legal mechanism. According to it, a contract is automatically renewed at its expiry date, unless otherwise specified by the parties.
Tacit renewal is present in lease law. In particular, it affects lease contracts of unlimited duration, which are renewed…
Tacit renewal is a legal mechanism. According to it, a contract is automatically renewed at its expiry date, unless otherwise specified by the parties.
Tacit renewal is present in lease law. In particular, it affects lease contracts of unlimited duration, which are renewed tacitly on an annual basis.
Fixed-term contracts may also be tacitly renewed for the same term, if this is explicitly…
More and more landlords are starting to rent out their property. You can also do it! We explain you, how to do it.
The lease contract:
It is important to draw up a lease contract in writing and that it is clear and precise. This document can protect you in case of a dispute…
The lease contract is governed by Articles 255 et seq. of the Swiss Code of Obligations.
The duration of the lease contract depends on its type: fixed term, indefinite term and determinable term.
The fixed-term lease :
The duration of the lease will be the one defined in…
Lease law: Is my lease contract abusive?
6 June 2022
Before signing a lease contract, you must be vigilant: certain clauses may be considered abusive. Pressure and urgency can make you ape contracts that will hurt you, so it is essential to pay attention to this.
Lawrence explains what to watch out for.
Our first piece of advice is: Never sign a contract that you think is unfair! Inform yourself beforehand.
The rent:
Many tenants sign an…
Do you wish to work in Switzerland for an indefinite period of time as a European citizen? You don’t know how to do so? Don’t worry, Lawrence will tell you how to proceed!
Please note: Specific measures are in force for Croatian nationals. If this is the case for…
You are an EU or EFTA worker and wish to work in Switzerland? Does your contract have a fixed term? This article explains what you need to do.
Please note: Specific measures are in force for Croatian nationals. If this is the case for you, please ask the competent authority…
You would like to work in Switzerland, but don’t know which work permit is right for you? Overall, when seeking a work permit, the following two aspects should be considered:
The nationality
The type of activity carried out
The application for a work permit is made to Immigration and Labour Market Authority of the Canton in which you wish to work.
Switzerland follows a dual system…