Founder & CEO
Edouard Hennin
Real estate expert since 2018
Real estate expert since 2018, Edouard supports Belgian landlords and tenants through their rental processes. He oversees the writing of every guide in collaboration with the legal team and ensures all content reflects current legislation in Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders.
Areas of expertise
- Gestion locative Belgique
- Bail de résidence principale
- Bail commercial
- Droit des baux belge
- Investissement immobilier Belgique
- Signature électronique eIDAS
- Législation locative wallonne
- Législation locative bruxelloise
- Législation locative flamande
- Fiscalité immobilière belge
Guides written (411)
Cellars and attics in co-ownership: tenant rights
Cellars and attics in co-ownership: tenant rights
Co-ownership and renting: rules for the landlord
Co-ownership and renting: rules for the landlord
Recoverable co-ownership charges from tenant
Recoverable co-ownership charges from tenant
Co-ownership regulations and rental lease
Co-ownership regulations and rental lease
Co-ownership and renting: rules
Co-ownership and renting: rules
General assembly and tenant rights
General assembly and tenant rights
Individual meters in co-ownership: obligation
Individual meters in co-ownership: obligation
Lift in co-ownership: charges and allocation
Lift in co-ownership: charges and allocation
Modification of common areas and lease
Modification of common areas and lease
Noise and nuisance in co-ownership: obligations
Noise and nuisance in co-ownership: obligations
Parking in co-ownership: rental rules
Parking in co-ownership: rental rules
Pets in co-ownership: internal regulations
Pets in co-ownership: internal regulations
Reserve fund co-ownership and renting
Reserve fund co-ownership and renting
Satellite dish in co-ownership and tenant
Satellite dish in co-ownership and tenant
Syndic: role and obligations in Belgium
Syndic: role and obligations in Belgium
Co-ownership works: who pays, owner or tenant?
Co-ownership works: who pays, owner or tenant?
Adversarial inventory: what does it mean?
Adversarial inventory: what does it mean?
Inventory and appliances in furnished rental
Inventory and appliances in furnished rental
Commercial property inventory: specifics
Commercial property inventory: specifics
Disputing move-out inventory: deadlines
Disputing move-out inventory: deadlines
Inventory and holes in walls
Inventory and holes in walls
Modifying inventory after the legal deadline
Modifying inventory after the legal deadline
Move-out inventory and tenant repair obligations
Move-out inventory and tenant repair obligations
Inventory and normal wear and tear: definition
Inventory and normal wear and tear: definition
Inventory and painting: who pays?
Inventory and painting: who pays?
Property inventory with photos: is it enough?
Property inventory with photos: is it enough?
Inventory and pre-existing damage
Inventory and pre-existing damage
Refusal to sign inventory: what to do?
Refusal to sign inventory: what to do?
Inventory and water meters: mandatory reading
Inventory and water meters: mandatory reading
Wear and tear scale for property inventory in Belgium
Wear and tear scale for property inventory in Belgium
Inventory and worn carpet
Inventory and worn carpet
Property tax in Brussels
Calculation, rates and reductions of property tax in the Brussels-Capital Region.
Cadastral income and property tax
What is cadastral income? Calculation, indexation, revision and impact on property tax.
Property tax calculation in Belgium
How is property tax calculated? Cadastral income, indexation, regional rate, surcharges.
Disputing property tax in Belgium
How to dispute property tax? Procedure, deadlines, objection and appeal.
Property tax in Flanders
Calculation, rates and reductions of property tax in the Flemish Region.
Paying property tax in Belgium
How and when to pay property tax? Payment methods, deadlines, instalment plans.
Property tax reductions in Belgium
Property tax reductions: dependent children, disability, renovation, vacancy.
Property tax and the tenant
Does the tenant pay property tax? Rights, pass-through and disputes.
Property tax in Wallonia
Calculation, rates and reductions of property tax in the Walloon Region.
Rental deposit blocked by landlord: what to do?
Your landlord refuses to release the deposit? Steps, formal notice, justice of the peace and remedies.
Rental deposit and co-tenancy: how does it work?
How is the deposit handled in co-tenancy? Individual or joint, departure of a co-tenant.
Setting up the rental deposit: deadlines and procedure
When and how to set up the rental deposit in Belgium? Deadlines, bank procedure, PCSW.
Damage exceeding the rental deposit amount
What if damage exceeds the deposit amount? Recourse, justice of the peace, evidence.
Rental deposit when the property is sold
What happens to the deposit when the property is sold? Transfer, tenant rights.
Rental deposit and death of the tenant
What happens to the deposit when the tenant dies? Heirs, release, procedure.
Rental deposit insurance as an alternative in Belgium
Is insurance an alternative to the rental deposit in Belgium? Products, costs, pros and cons.
Rental deposit and landlord bankruptcy
What happens to the deposit if the landlord goes bankrupt? Tenant protection, blocked account.
Rental deposit in savings account: calculating interest
How much interest does the deposit earn on a blocked account? Calculation and taxation.
Rental deposit and tenant renovations
Can the landlord withhold the deposit for works carried out by the tenant? Rules and disputes.
Rental deposit unjustly withheld: remedies
Your landlord is unjustly withholding the deposit? Steps, formal notice, justice of the peace, deadlines.
Rental deposit and unsigned lease
What about the deposit if the lease is not signed? Rights, risks and recovery.
Rental management and accounting: what to track
What accounting records to keep as a landlord? Income, expenses, tax return.
Annual rental property maintenance checklist
Complete checklist for annual maintenance of your rental property in Belgium.
Archiving rental documents: duration and method
How long to keep rental documents in Belgium? Legal retention periods and digital archiving.
How many properties can you self-manage without an agency?
How many rental properties can a private landlord manage alone? Thresholds and tips.
Management mandate: what to check before signing
What to check in a rental management mandate? Clauses, costs and pitfalls.
Automating rental management with software
Automating rental management with software: features, benefits and tool comparison.
Outsourcing rental management: pros and cons
Advantages and risks of outsourcing rental management to an agency.
From paper to digital rental management: step by step
How to switch from paper to digital rental management? Step-by-step guide and tools.
Politely chasing a tenant for late rent payment
How to politely remind a tenant about late rent? Templates and procedure.
Real cost of a rental management agency in Belgium
What does a rental management agency really cost? Rates, commissions and hidden costs.
Remote rental management: tools and methods
How to manage your rental properties remotely in Belgium? Tools, automation and best practices.
Rent tracking: Excel or software?
Track your rental income with Excel or software? Comparison, pros and cons.
Self-managing rentals without an agency in Belgium
How to manage your rental properties without an agency: steps, tools and pitfalls.
Preparing an efficient tenant transition
Checklist and procedure for a smooth tenant changeover in Belgium.
When to outsource rental management to an agency?
When does it pay to outsource rental management? Criteria, costs and alternatives.
Rental rights and obligations in Brussels
Specific rights and obligations of tenant and landlord in Brussels. Brussels Housing Code, lease, deposit and regional standards.
Disturbance of peaceful enjoyment in Belgian rentals
What to do when peaceful enjoyment is disturbed by tenant or landlord? Procedure, justice of the peace, compensation.
Rental rights and obligations in Flanders
Specific rights and obligations of tenant and landlord in Flanders. Flemish Housing Rent Decree, lease, deposit and regional standards.
Landlord obligations in Belgium 2026: complete guide
Landlord obligations Belgium 2026: 7 categories (delivery, enjoyment, repairs, insurance, taxation, termination, indexation).
Maintenance and repairs in rental properties in Belgium
Allocation of maintenance and repairs between landlord and tenant. Legal framework, urgent repairs, wear and tear.
Tenant privacy rights and protection in Belgium
Tenant privacy rights in Belgium. Unauthorised access, cameras, GDPR, landlord visits and house calls.
Landlord access to the rental property in Belgium
When can the landlord enter the property? Rules, tenant consent, emergencies, viewing rights for sale and reletting.
Tenant obligations in Belgium 2026: complete guide
Tenant obligations Belgium 2026: 7 categories (rent, maintenance, use, charges, inventory, notice, insurance).
Rental rights and obligations in Wallonia
Specific rights and obligations of tenant and landlord in Wallonia. Walloon decree, lease, rental permit, deposit and regional standards.
Mortgage for rental investment in Belgium
Obtaining a mortgage for rental investment in Belgium. Conditions, deposit, rates, simulation and advice for the borrower.
First rental investment in Belgium: where to start
Guide to your first rental investment in Belgium. Steps, budget, property selection, financing, taxation and mistakes to avoid.
Simulating a rental investment step by step in Belgium
How to simulate a rental investment in Belgium. Yield calculation, cash flow, taxation and step-by-step method with worked examples.
Limitation periods for rental disputes in Belgium
Limitation periods for rental disputes in Belgium. Unpaid rent, rental deposit, damage, hidden defects and legal actions.
Disability accessibility in a rental dwelling in Belgium
Disability accessibility obligations for a rental dwelling in Belgium. Adaptation works, financial grants, and rights of tenants with reduced mobility.
Airbnb in Belgium: regulation by Region in 2026
Airbnb and short-term rental regulation in Belgium by Region. Registration, taxation, number of nights, and landlord's obligations.
Asbestos in a rental property in Belgium: obligations
Landlord's obligations regarding asbestos in a rental property in Belgium. Assessment, management, removal works, and tenant's rights.
Cohousing and group housing in Belgium: legal framework
Legal framework for cohousing and group housing in Belgium. Legal forms, lease, co-ownership, taxation, and advantages for landlords and tenants.
Community Land Trust in Belgium: how it works
The Community Land Trust (CLT) in Belgium: how it works, legal framework, advantages for landlords and tenants, and existing projects.
Fire in a rental dwelling: procedure and responsibilities
Procedure after a fire in a rental dwelling in Belgium. Responsibilities of landlord and tenant, insurance, lease termination, and rehousing.
Renting in a flood zone in Belgium: obligations
Renting a property in a flood zone in Belgium. Information obligations, insurance, lease, and responsibility of landlord and tenant.
Good neighbourliness rules in rental in Belgium
Good neighbourliness rules for tenants in Belgium. Noise, common areas, nuisance, and remedies in case of neighbourhood disturbance.
Housing aid in Brussels: allowances and grants 2026
Complete guide to housing aid in Brussels in 2026: rent allowance, moving grant, renovation grant, and eligibility conditions.
Housing aid in Wallonia: allowances and grants 2026
Complete guide to housing aid in Wallonia in 2026: moving allowance, rent allowance, renovation grants, and eligibility conditions.
Intergenerational housing in Belgium: legal framework
Intergenerational housing in Belgium: legal framework, tax advantages, forms of co-habitation, and rules by Region.
Lead in a rental property in Belgium: obligations
Landlord's obligations regarding lead in a rental property in Belgium. Assessment, works, health risks, and tenant's rights.
Natural disaster and lease in Belgium
Impact of a natural disaster on a lease in Belgium. Landlord's obligations, tenant's rights, insurance, and termination.
Renting a parking space, garage, or storage unit in Belgium
Renting a parking space, garage, or storage unit in Belgium: common law lease, not a residential lease. Rules, taxation, termination, and contract template.
Pets and rental in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to pets in rental in Belgium. Legislation, lease clauses, liability, damage, and Belgian case law.
Pets in rental: rights and obligations in Belgium
Can you have a pet in a rental in Belgium? Ban clauses, dangerous breeds, damage, and rights of tenant and landlord.
Renovation grant for rental property in Brussels
Guide to renovation grants for a rental property in Brussels. Eligibility conditions, amounts, eligible works, and application procedure in 2026.
Renovation grant for rental property in Wallonia
Guide to renovation grants for a rental property in Wallonia. Conditions, amounts, eligible works, and application procedure in 2026.
Radon in a rental dwelling in Belgium: risks and obligations
Radon in a rental dwelling in Belgium. Health risks, risk zones, landlord's obligations, measurement, and remediation works.
Seasonal rental in Wallonia, Brussels, and Flanders
Seasonal rental regulation in Belgium by Region. Permits, registration, taxation, and obligations for landlords and tenants.
Furnished tourist rental in Belgium: complete guide
Regulation of furnished tourist rental in Belgium. Permits, safety standards, taxation, and landlord's obligations by Region.
Renting between family members in Belgium
Renting a property to a family member in Belgium. Legal rules, taxation, free or reduced-rent lease, and reclassification risks.
Renting to a non-profit association (ASBL) in Belgium
Renting a property to a non-profit (ASBL) in Belgium. Type of lease, taxation for the landlord, guarantees, and specifics of the non-profit lease.
Renting to a diplomat or international official in Belgium
Renting to a diplomat or international official in Belgium. Diplomatic immunity, guarantees, taxation, and precautions for the landlord.
Social housing in Belgium: conditions and procedure
Complete guide to social housing in Belgium. Eligibility conditions, registration procedure, waiting times, and tenant rights by Region.
Squatters in Belgium: rights and eviction procedure
What to do about squatters in Belgium? Legal eviction procedure, 2017 anti-squatting law, landlord's rights, and timelines.
Student housing and "kot" in Belgium: guide for parents
Guide for parents on student housing (kot) in Belgium. Student lease, rental deposit, rights, prices, and practical advice.
Tenant's abandonment of property: what to do in Belgium
What to do when a tenant abandons their dwelling in Belgium? Legal procedure, report, recovery of the property, and fate of the rental deposit.
Tenant's death: procedure for the landlord in Belgium
What to do in case of a tenant's death in Belgium? Procedure for the landlord, fate of the lease, rental deposit, and management of personal belongings.
Transitional lease in Belgium: social housing aid
The transitional lease (bail glissant) in Belgium: social housing mechanism. How it works, role of the PCSW, conditions, and transfer of the lease to the tenant.
Undeveloped land rental in Belgium
Renting undeveloped land in Belgium: legal framework, farm lease, recreational use, taxation, and contract template between individuals.
Boiler maintenance: who pays and how often
Boiler maintenance in rental properties in Belgium. Mandatory frequency, cost allocation between landlord and tenant, and penalties.
Boiler in a rental: who pays, landlord or tenant
Boiler repair and replacement in rental properties in Belgium. Cost allocation between landlord and tenant according to the type of work.
Compliance works: landlord obligations
Landlord obligations for compliance works in a rented dwelling in Belgium. Standards, deadlines, costs and consequences of non-compliance.
Damp in a rental property: liability in Belgium
Liability for damp in a rental property in Belgium. Causes, cost allocation, tenant remedies and landlord obligations.
Insulation works: landlord obligation in Belgium
Landlord insulation obligations in Belgium. EPC standards, mandatory works, deadlines and impact on rent and indexation.
Emergency works in a rental property: who decides
Who decides on emergency works in a rental property in Belgium? Tenant rights, landlord obligations, reimbursement and procedure.
Windows in a rental property: obligations in Belgium
Landlord obligations for windows in a rental property in Belgium. Replacement, repair, double glazing and cost allocation.
Major works vs minor repairs: who pays what
Distinction between major works (landlord) and minor repairs (tenant) in rental properties in Belgium. Complete list and allocation criteria.
Roof infiltration in a rental property: liability
Roof infiltration in a rental property in Belgium. Landlord liability, procedure, repair and tenant rights.
Air conditioning installation in a rental property in Belgium
Installing air conditioning in a rental property in Belgium. Landlord consent, co-ownership, costs and applicable rules.
Modifying a rental property without authorisation
Consequences of modifying a rental property without the landlord's authorisation in Belgium. Rights, penalties and restoration.
Mould in a rental property: tenant rights
Mould in a rental property in Belgium. Liability, tenant rights, remedies and landlord obligations for treatment.
Noisy works in co-ownership: permitted hours in Belgium
Permitted hours for noisy works in co-ownership in Belgium. Municipal regulations, co-ownership rules, nuisances and remedies.
Painting at end of lease: tenant obligation in Belgium
Must the tenant repaint at the end of the lease in Belgium? Normal wear, abnormal deterioration, lease clause and property inventory.
Pests in a rental property: who pays
Pests in a rental property in Belgium. Landlord or tenant liability, pest control and extermination.
Renovating a rental property in Belgium
Guide to renovating a rental property in Belgium. Cost allocation, authorisations, grants and impact on the lease and rent.
Tenant repairs: complete list for Belgium
Complete list of tenant repairs in Belgium. Routine maintenance, minor repairs and distinction from major repairs.
Flooring in a rental property: who pays in Belgium
Flooring replacement and repair in a rental property in Belgium. Allocation between landlord and tenant, wear and damage.
Water damage in a rental property: procedure in Belgium
Procedure in case of water damage in a rental property in Belgium. Responsibilities, insurance, repairs and rights of the tenant and landlord.
Water heater descaling: tenant obligation
Water heater descaling in rental properties in Belgium. Tenant obligation, frequency, cost and consequences of neglect.
Works and temporary rent reduction in Belgium
Temporary rent reduction during works in a rental property in Belgium. Conditions, calculation, procedure and tenant rights.
Works in a rental property in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to works in a rental property in Belgium. Landlord/tenant allocation, authorisations, costs and procedure.
Combining long-term rental and Airbnb in Belgium
Can you rent out a property on a standard lease and also list part of it on Airbnb in Belgium? Legal framework, landlord's consent and taxation.
Buying a property with a sitting tenant in Belgium
Buying an already-tenanted property? Tenant's rights, lease transfer, rental deposit, impact on the price and steps to take in Belgium.
Change of landlord during a lease: what to do
Your landlord is selling the property you rent? Tenant's rights, lease transfer, new rental deposit and obligations of the new landlord in Belgium.
Co-tenancy as a couple: what happens upon separation
You are a couple sharing a tenancy in Belgium. What happens if you separate? Rights depending on status (married, legal cohabitants, de facto) and practical steps.
Conflict between building manager and tenant in Belgium
Conflict between the co-ownership building manager and your tenant in Belgium. Landlord's role, mediation, tenant's rights and resolution procedure.
Converting a house into rental flats
How to convert a house into multiple rental apartments in Belgium. Planning permission, standards, co-ownership, EPC and profitability.
The tenant moved out without notice: what to do
Your tenant left the property without giving notice in Belgium. Procedure to follow, landlord's rights, abandonment of dwelling and recovery of arrears.
Divorce and rental lease: what happens to the dwelling
What happens to the lease in case of divorce in Belgium? Housing attribution, rent solidarity, spouse's rights and practical steps.
Expropriation of a rented property: what happens
Your rented property is subject to expropriation in Belgium. Landlord's and tenant's rights, compensation, deadlines and procedure.
Fire in a rented dwelling: responsibilities and procedure
A fire occurs in your rented dwelling in Belgium. Who is liable? Tenant's presumption of fault, role of insurance, procedure and rehousing.
First rental property: mistakes to avoid in Belgium
Buying your first buy-to-let property in Belgium? The 7 most common mistakes and how to avoid them. Guide for beginner landlords.
First rent payment: when is it due in Belgium
When must you pay the first rent in Belgium? Pro rata temporis, lease start date, rental deposit and steps for the new tenant.
My dwelling is flooded: what to do with the lease
Your rented dwelling is flooded in Belgium. Impact on the lease, rent suspension, insurance, rehousing and rights of the tenant and landlord.
Rented dwelling not meeting standards in Belgium
Your rented dwelling does not meet safety or habitability standards in Belgium. Tenant's remedies, landlord's liability and procedure.
My property has been vacant for 6 months: what to do
Your property has been unoccupied for months in Belgium. Tax risks (vacant dwelling tax), insurance, deterioration and strategies to find a tenant.
I inherited a tenanted property: what to do in Belgium
You are inheriting a tenanted property in Belgium? Tenant's rights, continuation of the lease, inheritance tax and practical steps for the new heir.
The landlord wants to raise the rent unfairly
Your landlord wants to increase the rent unfairly in Belgium. Indexation rules, prohibited mid-lease increases and tenant's remedies.
Asbestos in a rented dwelling: landlord's obligations
Asbestos detected in your rented dwelling in Belgium? Landlord's obligations, tenant's rights, asbestos inventory and removal procedure.
Renting a property in a flood zone in Belgium: obligations
Can you rent a property in a flood zone in Belgium? Disclosure obligations, insurance, lease and landlord's liability in case of flooding.
Noise nuisance by the tenant: landlord's remedies
Your tenant is causing noise nuisance in Belgium. Landlord's rights, mediation, formal notice, police, justice of the peace and lease termination.
Parental guarantee for a student lease in Belgium
Must parents act as guarantors for a student lease in Belgium? Mechanism, obligations, risks and alternatives to the parental guarantee.
Neighbourhood problems in a rented dwelling in Belgium
Neighbourhood disturbances in a rented dwelling in Belgium. Noise, odours, nuisances: tenant's rights, remedies and landlord's liability.
Listed heritage rental property: landlord's obligations
Your rental property is heritage-listed in Belgium. Conservation obligations, works subject to authorisation, impact on rent and available grants.
Forced sale of a rented property: tenant's rights
Your landlord is facing property seizure in Belgium. What happens to the lease? Tenant's rights, role of the bailiff and protection in case of forced sale.
Managing a rental property in a co-ownership in Belgium
How to manage a rented property within a co-ownership in Belgium. Charges, regulations, building manager, works voted at general assembly and tenant's rights.
Subletting a student room during the summer holidays
Can you sublet your student room during the summer holidays in Belgium? Rules, landlord's consent, taxation and alternatives for students.
Rent-to-own (lease with purchase option) in Belgium
Rent-to-own (lease with purchase option) in Belgium. Mechanism, contract, taxation, advantages and risks for the tenant and the landlord.
Renting a property held in usufruct or bare ownership in Belgium
How to rent a dismembered property (usufruct/bare ownership) in Belgium. Who signs the lease, who receives the rent, taxation and rights of each party.
Can you rent a property during renovation in Belgium
Renting a property undergoing renovation in Belgium: conditions, landlord's obligations, tenant's rights, impact on the rent and legal risks.
Renting an EPC G-rated property: is it still possible in Belgium
Can you still rent an EPC G-rated dwelling in Belgium in 2026? Indexation freeze, 2030 ban, landlord's obligations and renovation cost.
Renting a jointly owned property in Belgium
How to rent a property held in joint ownership (indivision) in Belgium. Co-owners' consent, lease management, income distribution and exit from joint ownership.
Renting your property during expatriation in Belgium
You are moving abroad and want to rent out your property in Belgium. Suitable lease, remote management, non-resident taxation and precautions to take.
Renting a property not connected to the sewer system in Belgium
Can you rent a property not connected to the sewer network in Belgium? Sanitation obligations, septic tank, tenant disclosure and compliance.
Renting a room in your own house in Belgium
Can you rent out a room in your own home in Belgium? Rules, taxation, insurance, lease and shared living. Complete guide for owner-occupant landlords.
Renting to an Erasmus student in Belgium: specificities
Renting your property to an Erasmus student in Belgium. Suitable lease, guarantee, address registration, insurance and legal specificities for foreign students.
Can you rent to a minor in Belgium
Can a minor sign a lease in Belgium? Conditions, parents' role, emancipated minor and the case of students under 18.
Renting a property to a non-profit organisation in Belgium
Specific rules for renting to a non-profit (ASBL/VZW) in Belgium. Lease type, taxation, guarantees and differences with renting to individuals.
Installing solar panels on a rental property in Belgium
Installing solar panels on a rental property in Belgium. Who pays, who benefits, impact on the rent, taxation and return on investment.
Systematically late rent: how to respond
Your tenant systematically pays late in Belgium? Legal tolerance, follow-up procedure, formal notice, justice of the peace and lease termination.
The tenant has died alone in the dwelling: what to do
Your tenant has died alone in Belgium. Procedure to follow, landlord's rights, management of belongings, lease and rental deposit. Complete guide.
My professional tenant has gone bankrupt: what to do
Your professional tenant (company, self-employed) has gone bankrupt in Belgium. Impact on the commercial lease, recovery of arrears and procedure with the trustee.
The tenant is growing cannabis: what to do
Your tenant is growing cannabis in the rented dwelling in Belgium. Legal risks, landlord's liability, lease termination procedure and reporting.
Disabled tenant: dwelling adaptations in Belgium
Your tenant has a disability and requests dwelling adaptations. Landlord's obligations, available grants and rights in Belgium.
My tenant is moving to a care home: what about the lease
Your tenant is entering a care home in Belgium. Does the lease continue? Who pays the rent? Termination procedure and protection of the elderly tenant.
Tenant in collective debt settlement in Belgium
Your tenant is undergoing collective debt settlement in Belgium. Impact on the lease, rent payment, role of the mediator and landlord's rights.
My tenant is in prison: who pays the rent
Your tenant is incarcerated in Belgium. Does the lease continue? Who pays the rent? Procedure for the landlord and rights of the detained tenant.
The tenant refuses the property inventory: what to do
Your tenant refuses to sign the property inventory in Belgium? Legal consequences, adversarial expert procedure and landlord's remedies.
Senior tenant: specific protections in Belgium
Specific protections for the elderly tenant in Belgium. Right to remain, notice for personal occupation, provisional administration and social assistance.
My tenant wants to buy the property I rent to them
Your tenant wishes to buy the property you rent to them in Belgium. Procedure, price, taxation, advantages and precautions for the landlord.
Urgent repairs in a rented dwelling: who decides, who pays
An urgent problem occurs in your rented dwelling (leak, heating failure, electrical hazard). Who must intervene, who pays and what are the deadlines in Belgium.
EPC and renting in Brussels
EPC certificate and renting in the Brussels-Capital Region: obligations and impact.
EPC in Brussels: regulations and timeline
EPC regulations in Brussels: obligations, timeline and sanctions for landlords.
EPC E and F: rental ban and timeline in Belgium
Timeline of the rental ban for properties with EPC E and F in Belgium by region.
Energy renovation for rental property: grants and support
Grants and support measures for energy renovation of rental properties in Belgium.
EPC renovation for rental: guide
Improving EPC score through renovation: which works, costs and impact on rent.
EPC and renting in Flanders
EPC certificate and renting in the Flemish Region: obligations and impact.
EPC in Flanders: regulations and timeline
EPC regulations in Flanders: obligations, timeline and sanctions for landlords.
Heating in rental property: types and obligations
Heating in a rental property: what obligations for landlord and tenant?
Improving your rental property EPC score
How to improve the EPC score of your rental property? Priority works, costs and grants.
EPC and rent indexation in Belgium
Impact of the EPC score on rent indexation: restrictions per region.
EPC and insulation: which works are a priority?
Which insulation works are a priority to improve the EPC score for rental?
EPC certificate mandatory for rental
Is the EPC certificate mandatory for rental in Belgium? Rules per region.
EPC certificate: when is it mandatory in Belgium?
When is an EPC certificate mandatory for rental in Belgium? Cases and exceptions.
Minimum EPC score for rental in Belgium
What minimum EPC score is required to rent in Belgium per region?
Minimum EPC scores by region for rental
What minimum EPC scores are required by region to rent in Belgium?
EPC and property value: impact on price
What impact does the EPC score have on the value and sale price of a rental property?
Smart meter and renting in Belgium
Smart meters in rental properties in Belgium: impact, obligations and benefits.
EPC and renting in Wallonia
EPC certificate and renting in the Walloon Region: obligations and impact.
EPC in Wallonia: regulations and timeline
EPC regulations in Wallonia: obligations, timeline and sanctions for landlords.
Average time to find a tenant in Belgium
How long does it take to find a tenant in Belgium? Average time by Region, influencing factors and strategies to speed up the search.
Vacant property: how to avoid rental vacancy
How to avoid rental vacancy in Belgium. Causes, real cost of an empty property, prevention strategies and solutions for reletting quickly.
Best platform for a rental listing in Belgium
Comparison of platforms for publishing a rental listing in Belgium. Immoweb, Zimmo, ImmoVlan, Facebook: audience, cost and effectiveness.
Checking a tenant's creditworthiness in Belgium
How to check a prospective tenant's creditworthiness in Belgium. Rent-to-income ratio, documents to request, warning signs and best practices.
Choosing between several tenant candidates
How to choose between several tenant candidates in Belgium. Objective criteria, comparison grid, anti-discrimination rules and best practices.
Choosing your tenant in Belgium
Complete guide to choosing your tenant in Belgium. Legal criteria, creditworthiness checks, application file and objective selection.
CO detectors in rental properties: obligation in Belgium
Are carbon monoxide detectors mandatory in rental properties in Belgium? Rules by Region, installation, maintenance and liability.
Individual meters in rental properties: obligation in Belgium
Are individual meters mandatory in rental properties in Belgium? Water, gas, electricity: rules by Region and landlord obligations.
Mandatory diagnostics for letting in Belgium
What are the mandatory diagnostics for letting a property in Belgium? EPC, electricity, safety: summary by Region and checklist.
Documents to request from prospective tenants
Which documents can the landlord legally request from a prospective tenant in Belgium? Authorised list, prohibited documents and best practices.
Electrical compliance certificate for rentals
Is the electrical compliance certificate mandatory for letting in Belgium? Procedure, cost, validity and landlord obligations.
Estimating the right rent for your property in Belgium
How to set the right rent for your property in Belgium. Market research, valuation criteria, indicative grids and common mistakes.
First letting: complete checklist
Complete checklist for your first letting in Belgium. From preparing the property to signing the lease, all steps detailed.
First letting in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide for your first letting in Belgium. Obligations, diagnostics, taxation, tenant selection and essential tools.
Drafting a furniture inventory for a furnished rental
How to draft a furniture inventory for a furnished rental in Belgium. Contents, format, furniture value and lease annex.
Making a dwelling compliant for letting
How to make a dwelling compliant for letting in Belgium. Regional standards, mandatory works, safety, EPC and practical checklist.
Housing discrimination: what is prohibited
Housing discrimination in Belgium: prohibited criteria, penalties, best practices for the landlord and remedies for the candidate tenant.
Letting checklist: everything to verify before letting
Complete checklist for letting in Belgium. Diagnostics, listing, viewings, lease, rental deposit and registration step by step.
Mandatory diagnostics before letting in Belgium
Complete list of mandatory diagnostics before letting in Belgium. EPC, electricity, detectors, asbestos: obligations by Region and costs.
Organising property viewings efficiently
How to organise rental property viewings efficiently. Group viewings, preparation, questions to ask and rapid tenant selection.
Photographing a property for a rental listing
How to photograph a rental property for the listing. Techniques, equipment, room preparation and mistakes to avoid for attractive photos.
Smoke detectors in rental properties: obligation in Belgium
Are smoke detectors mandatory in rental properties in Belgium? Rules by Region, number, placement, maintenance and landlord liability.
Tenant application file: what it contains
Contents of a tenant application file in Belgium. Documents to provide, standard form template, file analysis and objective selection.
Writing a good rental listing
How to write an effective rental listing in Belgium. Structure, mandatory information, writing tips and mistakes to avoid.
Buying a multi-unit building in Belgium: complete guide
How to buy a multi-unit building in Belgium: prices, yield, financing, management and pitfalls to avoid for this multi-lot investment.
Multi-unit buildings in Belgium: price and yield by region
Average prices and yields of multi-unit buildings in Belgium by region: Brussels, Wallonia, Flanders. Comparison and investment simulation.
Average rental yield by city in Belgium in 2026
Gross and net rental yield by city in Belgium in 2026: ranking, regional comparison and analysis of the most profitable markets.
Buy to let in Belgium: complete guide for investors
Buying a property to let in Belgium: steps, financing, taxation, expected yield and mistakes to avoid for a successful rental investment.
Buying a tenanted property in Belgium: advantages and risks
Buying a property with an existing tenant: advantages (immediate yield, discount), risks (ongoing lease, difficult tenant) and precautions to take.
Co-tenancy as an investment strategy in Belgium
Investing in co-tenancy in Belgium: superior yield, management, adapted lease, taxation and mistakes to avoid for this profitable rental strategy.
Investing in co-living in Belgium: opportunity or fad
Co-living in Belgium: concept, yield, legal framework, differences with co-tenancy and analysis of this trend for investors.
Investing in student accommodation in Belgium: yield and advice
Investing in student accommodation in Belgium: expected yield, target cities, student lease, seasonal management and taxation of this specific investment.
Property investment: mortgage vs cash purchase comparison
Buying a rental property with a mortgage or cash in Belgium: advantages, disadvantages, detailed simulation and criteria for choosing each strategy.
Investing in co-ownership for rental: advantages and precautions
Buying a rental property in co-ownership in Belgium: how it works, income distribution, decision-making, taxation and risks to anticipate.
Property investment niches in Belgium: opportunities in 2026
Property investment niches in Belgium in 2026: co-living, student rooms, garages, commercial, serviced residences. Analysis of each segment and yield.
Where to invest in rental property in Brussels in 2026
The best neighbourhoods for rental property investment in Brussels in 2026: prices, yield, rental demand and high-potential municipalities.
Where to invest in rental property in Flanders in 2026
The best Flemish cities for rental property investment in 2026: prices, yield, demand and regional specificities.
Where to invest in rental property in Wallonia in 2026
The best Walloon cities for rental property investment in 2026: prices, yield, demand and opportunities by city.
Positive cash flow in rental property in Belgium: is it possible
How to achieve positive cash flow in rental property in Belgium: calculation, conditions, strategies and concrete examples by region.
Property leverage strategy in Belgium: maximising returns
Property leverage in Belgian rental investment: how to borrow to maximise return on equity, calculation, limits and risks.
Property portfolio diversification in Belgium
How to diversify your rental property portfolio in Belgium: property types, regions, strategies and optimal allocation to limit risk.
Short-term rental (Airbnb) vs long-term rental in Belgium
Comparison of short-term rental (Airbnb) vs long-term rental in Belgium: yield, taxation, regulation, management and choice based on your profile.
Turnkey rental investment in Belgium: practical guide
Turnkey rental investment in Belgium: principle, providers, costs, advantages and pitfalls to avoid for this delegated management service.
Selling a tenanted property in Belgium: procedure and advice
How to sell a property with a tenant in place in Belgium: tenant rights, impact on price, procedure and seller obligations.
Annual service charges statement: landlord's obligations
The annual service charges statement in Belgium: landlord's obligations, required content, deadline, supporting documents, and what to do in case of dispute by the tenant.
Brussels reference rent grid: how to use it
The Brussels reference rent grid: how it works, calculating the reference rent, legal impact, and practical use for landlords and tenants.
Calculating service charges: complete method
How to calculate service charges in Belgium: method, allocation, on-account payments, flat fees, and the annual statement for the landlord.
Service charges: on-account payments or flat fee in Belgium
On-account payments or flat fee for service charges in Belgium: differences, advantages, disadvantages, and which method to choose for your lease.
Charges surplus: tenant refund
Service charges overpayment: landlord's obligations, refund deadline, procedure, and tenant's remedies in Belgium.
First month's rent: pro rata calculation
Calculating the first month's rent pro rata in Belgium: method, examples, special cases, and what the landlord can charge at move-in.
Flat fee vs on-account charges: advantages and disadvantages
Detailed comparison between flat fee and on-account service charges in Belgium: advantages, disadvantages, and worked examples for each method.
How to set the rent for a rental property in Belgium
How to set the right rent in Belgium: criteria, method, reference grid, mistakes to avoid, and impact on rental yield.
Unpaid rent and limitation period in Belgium
Limitation period for unpaid rent in Belgium: deadline, interruption, consequences, and how to act before it is too late.
Late charges regularisation: what to do
Late charges statement in Belgium: tenant's rights, limitation period, consequences for the landlord, and how to regularise.
Late rent payment: legal tolerance in Belgium
Late rent payment in Belgium: is there a grace period, when to act, consequences, and landlord's rights.
Non-recoverable charges in Belgium: complete list
Which charges the landlord cannot recover from the tenant in Belgium: complete list, examples, and how to avoid mistakes.
Paying rent in cash: is it legal in Belgium?
Is paying rent in cash legal in Belgium? Threshold, risks, traceability obligation, and alternatives for landlord and tenant.
Recoverable charges from the tenant: complete list
Complete list of charges the landlord can recover from the tenant in Belgium: water, electricity, maintenance, co-ownership, and special cases.
Paying rent by bank transfer: obligation or not?
Is paying rent by bank transfer mandatory in Belgium? Legal framework, advantages, standing order, and best practices.
Rent notice: template and obligations in Belgium
The rent notice (receipt) in Belgium: is it mandatory, what must it contain, template, and best practices for landlord and tenant.
Rent increase after works: conditions in Belgium
Can you increase the rent after works in Belgium? Conditions, calculation, procedure, and differences between the three regions.
Rent increase between tenants in Belgium
Can the landlord freely increase the rent between tenants in Belgium? Rules by region, limits, and the reference grid.
Rent increase during a lease: is it possible?
Can the landlord increase the rent during a lease in Belgium? Indexation, triennial revision, tenant's agreement, and legal procedure.
Rent reduction for unrealised works: tenant's rights
Can the tenant request a rent reduction if the landlord fails to carry out promised works? Conditions, procedure, and case law in Belgium.
Rent too high: what to do as a tenant in Belgium
Is your rent too high? Tenant's remedies in Belgium: reference grid, revision, justice of the peace, and negotiation with the landlord.
When can the tenant withhold rent in Belgium?
Can the tenant withhold or reduce rent in Belgium? Conditions, risks, legal alternatives, and case law.
Judicial penalty payments in a rental dispute in Belgium
Judicial penalty payments in Belgian tenancy law: definition, conditions, amount, application to the justice of the peace and enforcement in case of non-compliance.
Bailiff payment order in Belgium
The bailiff payment order in tenancy matters: when, how, cost and consequences for the defaulting tenant in Belgium.
Pre-trial conciliation in a rental dispute in Belgium
Conciliation before the justice of the peace before trial: free procedure, process, advantages and limitations for resolving a rental dispute in Belgium.
Court-appointed property expert: role and cost in Belgium
The role of the court-appointed expert in a rental dispute: when the judge appoints one, cost, process and impact on the judgment.
Evidence in rental disputes: what to keep
What evidence to keep for a rental dispute in Belgium: documents, photos, testimonies and how to organise them for the justice of the peace.
Expert assessment in a rental dispute: amicable and judicial
Amicable and judicial expert assessment in a rental dispute: differences, when to use them, cost and how to prepare an assessment to protect your rights.
Unfit dwelling: rights and remedies in Belgium
Unfit dwelling in Belgium: definition, standards by region, tenant remedies, landlord obligations and proceedings before the justice of the peace.
The justice of the peace in rental disputes: role and procedure
The justice of the peace in tenancy matters: jurisdiction, procedure, cost, timescales and how to appear before the court for a lease dispute.
Legal costs in a rental dispute: how much does it cost
The cost of a rental dispute in Belgium: court fees, lawyer, bailiff, expert assessment and legal aid. Complete budget by type of procedure.
Mediation in a rental dispute in Belgium
Mediation in a rental dispute: procedure, cost, advantages, certified mediator and differences with conciliation at the justice of the peace.
Neighbourhood disturbances: legal remedies in Belgium
Neighbourhood disturbances in Belgium: legal definition, types of remedies, procedure before the justice of the peace and compensation for tenants and landlords.
Non-compliant dwelling: legal action in Belgium
What to do if your rented dwelling does not comply with standards: procedure, evidence, justice of the peace and compensation in Belgium.
Tenant or neighbour nuisances: remedies in Belgium
Noise, odour or behavioural nuisances in rental properties: landlord and tenant remedies, procedure and penalties in Belgium.
Rental dispute procedure: simplified guide for Belgium
Simplified rental dispute procedure: when, how and at what cost to refer to the justice of the peace in Belgium. Decision flowchart included.
Rental proceedings in Belgium: step by step
Court proceedings in a rental dispute in Belgium, step by step: summons, hearing, judgment, enforcement and appeal.
Rental disputes in Belgium: how it works
Rental disputes in Belgium explained: common causes, resolution steps, justice of the peace, timescales and costs for tenant and landlord.
Rental dispute in Belgium: steps to resolve
The concrete steps to resolve a rental dispute in Belgium: from the formal notice to the judgment, with templates and practical advice.
Specialist lease lawyer in Brussels: when to consult
When to consult a specialist lease lawyer in Brussels: situations, cost, legal aid and alternatives for resolving a rental dispute.
Specialist lease lawyer in Wallonia: when to consult
When to consult a specialist lease lawyer in Wallonia: situations, cost, legal aid and Walloon regional specificities.
Hidden defects in rental: remedies in Belgium
Hidden defects in rental in Belgium: definition, difference from normal wear, tenant remedies, landlord obligations and procedure.
Formal notice for rental matters: how to draft it correctly
How to draft a formal notice in rental matters: mandatory content, template, sending and legal consequences in Belgium.
Civil liability in rental properties
Understanding civil liability in rental: landlord and tenant obligations, mandatory insurance, remedies in case of a claim.
Insurance claim in rental property: step-by-step procedure
How to handle a claim in a rental property in Belgium. Complete procedure: securing, declaration, expert assessment, compensation. Roles of the landlord and tenant.
Home insurance excess for tenants explained
Understanding the home insurance excess in Belgium: amount, calculation, impact on the premium and tips for choosing the right excess.
Fire insurance for landlords in Belgium
Fire insurance for landlords in Belgium: coverage, difference with non-occupant landlord insurance, price and tax deductibility. Complete guide.
Is fire insurance mandatory for rentals in Belgium?
Is fire insurance legally mandatory for rentals in Belgium? Legal framework by Region, minimum coverage, average price and consequences of not having it.
Fire insurance for tenants: mandatory or not in Belgium?
Is fire insurance truly mandatory for tenants in Belgium? Legal analysis Region by Region, consequences of refusal and special cases.
Home insurance in co-tenancy: who pays?
In co-tenancy, who takes out home insurance? Single or individual policy, cost allocation, joint liability clause and practical tips.
Home insurance comparison for tenants in Belgium
Comparison of home insurance for tenants in Belgium: premiums, coverage, excess, reviews. How to choose the best policy for your situation.
Home insurance and moving: when to notify?
Moving? When and how to notify your home insurer in Belgium. Deadlines, policy transfer, double coverage and steps not to forget.
Home insurance for tenants in Belgium
Complete guide to home insurance for tenants in Belgium. Obligation, coverage, costs, comparison and steps to take out the right policy.
Insurance for landlords in Belgium
Complete guide to insurance for landlords in Belgium. PNO insurance, fire, unpaid rent, civil liability. Obligations and cost.
Non-occupant owner insurance (PNO) in Belgium
Is non-occupant owner insurance essential in Belgium? Coverage, price, comparison with fire insurance and tips for choosing.
Tenant civil liability in Belgium
Tenant civil liability in Belgium: coverage, obligation and costs.
Theft in rental property: insurance coverage
Has your rental property been burgled? Insurance coverage, conditions, steps and tips for the tenant and landlord in Belgium.
Unpaid rent insurance: does it exist in Belgium?
Does unpaid rent insurance (GLI) exist in Belgium? Available alternatives, cost, coverage and comparison with the standard rental deposit.
Water damage in rental: who pays?
Water damage in rental properties in Belgium: tenant-landlord liability allocation, role of insurance, declaration procedure and reimbursement.
Water damage: who declares what?
Complete procedure in case of water damage in a rental property in Belgium. Who notifies whom, what documents to provide, declaration deadlines and role of the building manager.
Actual costs vs flat rate for rental income in Belgium
Should you choose actual costs or the flat rate to deduct charges from your rental income in Belgium? Comparison, calculation, and practical cases.
Airbnb and short-term rental taxation in Belgium
How is Airbnb income taxed in Belgium? Immovable share, movable share and services, tax return, VAT, and tourist registration.
Depreciation of a rental property in Belgium: possible or not?
Is depreciation of a rental property possible in Belgium? Rules for individuals vs companies, calculation, and tax impact.
Tax benefit for renovating a rental property in Belgium
Are renovation works on a rented property tax-deductible in Belgium? Regional grants, tax deductibility, reduced VAT, and impact on EPC.
Capital gains on property in Belgium: detailed calculation and taxation
Step-by-step calculation of property capital gains in Belgium. Cost price, revaluation, deductible costs, exemption cases, and 16.5% tax rate.
Company vs personal ownership for rental investment in Belgium
Should you buy in your own name or via a company for rental investment in Belgium? Full tax comparison, simulation, and decision framework.
Deductible costs for rental property in Belgium
Complete list of deductible costs for a rental property in Belgium. Interest, insurance, works, management: what is deductible and what is not.
Deducting mortgage interest in Belgium
Is your mortgage interest deductible in Belgium? Conditions, calculation, ceiling, and impact on rental income.
Tax deductions for landlords in Belgium
Which costs can a landlord deduct in Belgium? Mortgage interest, property tax, insurance, works. Guide to legal deductions.
Property tax exemption: conditions in Belgium
When can you be exempt from property tax in Belgium? Unproductive property, disaster, disability, dependent children. Conditions by Region.
Indexed cadastral income: calculation and use in Belgium
How is the indexed cadastral income calculated in Belgium? Indexation coefficient, use for personal income tax, property tax, and rental.
Inheritance and rental property: tax obligations in Belgium
Taxation of inheriting a rental property in Belgium. Inheritance tax by Region, impact on the lease, income declaration, and property tax.
Personal income tax and rental income in Belgium
How personal income tax applies to rental income in Belgium. Progressive rates, Section III of the tax return, tax codes, and simulation for landlords.
Non-resident tax on rental income in Belgium
How is Belgian rental income taxed for non-resident landlords? Non-resident tax return, double taxation treaties, and tax obligations.
Notary fees for purchasing a rental property in Belgium
How much are notary fees for buying a rental property in Belgium? Registration duties, fees, miscellaneous costs by Region.
Personal income tax return in Belgium: complete guide for landlords
Complete guide to the personal income tax return for Belgian landlords. Section III, immovable income, codes, deadlines, and common mistakes.
Property capital gains in Belgium: calculation and taxation
Are property capital gains taxed in Belgium? Holding periods, rates, exemption, and strategies to minimise tax when reselling a rental property.
Property company (SCI) in Belgium: pros and cons for rental
Should you create a company (SCI) to invest in rental property in Belgium? Advantages, disadvantages, taxation, costs, and comparison with personal ownership.
Property donation and ongoing lease in Belgium
Donating a rented property in Belgium: impact on the lease, tenant's rights, donation duties by Region, and estate planning.
Property tax and rental income: what is the link?
Is the property tax linked to rental income in Belgium? Calculation, common base (cadastral income), and tax impact for the landlord.
Property tax reduction for dependent children
How to benefit from the property tax reduction for dependent children in Belgium. Amounts, conditions, and procedure by Region.
Depreciation of a rental property in Belgium: possible or not?
Can you depreciate a rental property as an individual in Belgium? No for individuals, yes for companies. Explanation, calculation, and alternatives.
Renting to a company: tax return in Belgium
How to declare income from a property rented to a company in Belgium. Actual rent, capped flat rate, personal income tax codes, and difference from renting to an individual.
Rental income in Belgium: how is it taxed?
Complete guide to the taxation of rental income in Belgium. Cadastral income, personal income tax, actual rent, deductions, and tax optimisation for landlords.
Declaring furnished rental income in Belgium
How to declare income from a furnished rental property in Belgium. Immovable share, movable share, 30% rate, and split in the personal income tax return.
Taxation of a property company (SCI) in Belgian rental
Detailed taxation of a property company (SRL) in Belgium. Corporate tax, depreciation, dividends, capital gains, and comparison with personal ownership.
Second home tax in Belgium
What tax applies to a second home in Belgium? Property tax, municipal tax, personal income tax, and fiscal impact for the owner of a second dwelling.
Tax return for rental income in Belgium
How to declare your rental income in Belgium. Cadastral income, personal income tax codes, property rented to an individual or company. Step-by-step guide.
VAT on rental in Belgium: when does it apply?
Does VAT apply to rental in Belgium? Residential rental (no), commercial (optional), tourist (6%), storage (21%). Complete guide.
Municipal tax on vacant properties in Belgium
The tax on vacant dwellings in Belgium: amounts by Region, conditions, exemptions, and how to avoid the surcharge as a landlord.
VAT on commercial rental in Belgium
When does VAT apply to commercial property rental in Belgium? Optional regime, conditions, rate, and impact for landlord and tenant.
The 3-6-9 lease in Belgium: understanding lease duration
The 3-6-9 lease is the standard in Belgium for primary residence leases. Duration, renewal, early termination and exceptions by Region.
Adding a person to an existing lease in Belgium
How to add a co-tenant, spouse or family member to an existing lease in Belgium. Procedure, amendment, legal and tax consequences.
Lease and address registration in Belgium: complete rules
Detailed rules on address registration in a rented dwelling in Belgium. Impact on lease type, property tax, registration and parties' rights.
How to check a lease's compliance in Belgium
The points to verify before signing a lease in Belgium. Mandatory clauses, prohibited clauses, required appendices and differences by Region.
Co-tenancy lease in Belgium: complete guide
Everything about the co-tenancy lease in Belgium. Single or separate lease, solidarity clause, charges allocation, replacing a co-tenant and each party's rights.
Commercial lease in Belgium: complete guide
The commercial lease in Belgium: Act of 30 April 1951, 9-year duration, right of renewal, eviction indemnity, assignment and subletting. Guide for merchants and landlords.
Short-term lease in Belgium: complete guide
Everything about the short-term lease in Belgium (less than 3 years). Conditions, renewal, termination and differences with the 3-6-9 lease.
Furnished lease in Belgium: rules and specificities
The furnished lease in Belgium: mandatory inventory, taxation, duration, property inventory and differences with the unfurnished lease. Guide for landlords and tenants.
Indefinite-term lease: is it possible in Belgium?
Can you conclude an indefinite-term lease in Belgium? Legal framework, consequences, differences with the 3-6-9 lease and alternatives for landlords and tenants.
Landlord's pre-contractual disclosure obligations before signing the lease
What information must the landlord provide to the tenant before signing the lease in Belgium? EPC, charges, co-ownership regulations, property condition.
Lease and couple separation: what to do in Belgium
What happens to the lease upon separation (divorce, end of cohabitation)? Who stays, who pays, how to amend the lease. Practical guide by situation in Belgium.
Lease and legal cohabitation in Belgium
Impact of legal cohabitation on the lease in Belgium. Rights of the non-signatory cohabitant, dwelling protection, separation and differences with marriage.
Lease and letting permit in Wallonia
The letting permit in Wallonia: when is it mandatory, how to obtain it, cost, validity period and penalties for non-compliance.
Lease and marriage in Belgium: what are the consequences?
How marriage impacts the lease in Belgium. Rights of the non-signatory spouse, family home protection, separation and consequences on the rental contract.
Lease and non-compliant housing in Belgium
What to do if your rented dwelling does not meet safety, habitability or EPC standards? Tenant's rights, landlord's obligations and remedies in Belgium.
Lease and will: what happens in case of death
What happens to the lease upon death of the landlord or tenant in Belgium? Heirs' rights, continuation or termination of the lease, practical steps.
Lease in a co-ownership property in Belgium
Renting a property in a co-ownership in Belgium: co-ownership regulations, common charges, tenant's rights, building manager's role and specific lease clauses.
Lease transfer upon sale of the property in Belgium
What happens to the lease when the landlord sells the rented property? Tenant's rights, registered vs unregistered lease, obligations of the new landlord.
Difference between a lease and a precarious occupation agreement
Residential lease or precarious occupation agreement: legal differences, occupant's rights, reclassification risks and when to use each formula in Belgium.
Lease with purchase option in Belgium: how it works
The lease with purchase option (rent-to-own) in Belgium: mechanism, advantages, risks, taxation and essential clauses. Guide for buyers and landlords.
Maximum lease duration in Belgium
What is the maximum lease duration in Belgium? Residential lease, commercial lease, ordinary-law lease: the legal limits by contract type.
Mixed residential and professional lease in Belgium
The mixed lease in Belgium: how to combine housing and professional activity in the same dwelling. Rules, taxation, insurance and lease clauses.
Penalty clause in a lease: is it legal in Belgium?
Is the penalty clause allowed in a lease in Belgium? Amount, validity, limits and grounds for annulment. Legal guide for landlords and tenants.
Pet prohibition clause in a lease in Belgium
Can the landlord ban pets in a lease in Belgium? Clause validity, limits, assistance animals and tenant's remedies.
Loan for use vs rent-free lease in Belgium: differences
Difference between a loan for use (commodatum) and a rent-free lease in Belgium. Occupant's rights, taxation, termination and reclassification. Complete legal guide.
Address registration and residential lease in Belgium
Does the tenant have the right to register their address at the rented dwelling? Landlord's obligations, refusal of registration, tax and administrative consequences.
Rent-free lease: is it allowed in Belgium?
Can you rent a property for free in Belgium? Rent-free lease, loan for use, commodatum: legal framework, taxation and consequences for landlord and occupant.
Lease signed under a suspensive condition in Belgium
Can you sign a lease under a suspensive condition in Belgium? Valid conditions, concrete examples, risks and how to draft the clause.
Social housing lease in Belgium
The social housing lease in Belgium: access conditions, tenant's rights, income-based rent, duration and specificities by Region.
Solidarity clause in a lease in Belgium
The solidarity clause in a Belgian lease: how it works, consequences for co-tenants and couples, legal limits and tips for negotiating it.
Student lease in Belgium: complete guide
Everything about the student lease (student room) in Belgium. Duration, rights, rental deposit, termination, differences by Region and tips for parents and students.
Subletting in Belgium: rules and conditions
Is subletting allowed in Belgium? Conditions, landlord's consent, partial or total subletting, Airbnb and consequences for breach.
Tacit renewal of a lease in Belgium
Everything about tacit renewal of a lease in Belgium. How it works, how to prevent it, consequences for the landlord and the tenant.
Tacit renewal of a primary residence lease
Tacit renewal of a primary residence lease in Belgium: mechanism, conditions, deadlines and consequences for the 3-6-9 lease and the short-term lease.
Verbal lease in Belgium: evidence and consequences
How to prove a verbal lease in Belgium, legal and tax consequences, and how to regularise an oral lease. Companion to the verbal lease validity guide.
Is a verbal lease valid in Belgium?
Is an oral lease legally valid in Belgium? Consequences, evidence, tenant's and landlord's rights. Why you should always use a written lease.
Viewing clause in a lease in Belgium
The viewing clause in a Belgian lease: landlord's rights, legal limits, required notice, hours and tenant's right to refuse. What is and is not allowed.
Lease with a termination clause in Belgium
The termination clause in a lease in Belgium: validity, limits, application in case of unpaid rent and case law. Guide for landlords and tenants.
Eviction by bailiff in Belgium: role and procedure
How does an eviction by bailiff work in Belgium? Role, steps, costs, inventory of belongings and tenant rights.
Death of tenant or landlord: impact on the lease and eviction
What happens when a tenant or landlord dies in Belgium? Lease continuity, heirs, eviction procedure and rights of each party.
Tenant eviction procedure in Belgium: complete guide
Step-by-step eviction procedure in Belgium: grounds, formal notice, Justice of the Peace, judgment, enforcement and tenant remedies.
Tenant eviction timeframes in Belgium
What are the timeframes for evicting a tenant in Belgium? Notice, court procedure, enforcement period and winter moratorium.
Winter moratorium in Belgium: eviction ban during winter
Does the winter moratorium ban evictions in Belgium? Dates, regions concerned, exceptions and tenant rights during the winter period.
Evicting a tenant without a written lease in Belgium
How to evict an occupant without a written lease in Belgium? Verbal lease, de facto occupation, procedure and occupant rights.
Building a strong rental application as a tenant
How to put together a strong application to find a rental property in Belgium?
Disputing a rent increase as a tenant
How to dispute an unlawful rent increase in Belgium? Procedure and remedies.
Energy bills: tenant or landlord responsible?
Who is responsible for energy bills in rental properties in Belgium?
Getting your deposit back at the end of the lease
How to get your rental deposit back at the end of the lease in Belgium?
Housing aid in Belgium: all support measures
Overview of all housing aid and grants for tenants in Belgium by region.
Change of owner during the lease: tenant rights
What are the tenant rights when the property is sold during the lease?
Moving allowance in Wallonia and Brussels
Moving allowance for tenants in Wallonia and Brussels: conditions and amounts.
Moving into a new rental in Belgium: all steps
Checklist and steps when moving into a new rental property in Belgium.
Moving out as a tenant: complete checklist
Complete checklist for moving out of a rental in Belgium: notice, inventory, deposit.
Negotiating your rent with the landlord
Tips and strategies to negotiate your rent with the landlord in Belgium.
Noise nuisance from neighbours: tenant rights
Noise nuisance from neighbours in a rental: what are your rights as a tenant?
Rental discrimination in Belgium
Discrimination when looking for a rental: prohibited criteria, evidence and remedies.
Reporting a non-compliant property in Belgium
How to report a non-compliant or uninhabitable property to the authorities?
Social housing aid through PCSW in Belgium
Social housing aid through PCSW: conditions, procedure and support measures.
Tenant rights in Belgium: complete guide 2026
All tenant rights in Belgium 2026: lease, deposit, notice, disputes.
Uninhabitable or unhealthy property: tenant remedies
What if your rental is uninhabitable or unhealthy? Remedies in Belgium.
What works can a tenant do without landlord consent?
What works can a tenant carry out without landlord consent in Belgium?
Rental taxation in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to rental taxation in Belgium. Tax return, rental income, deductions, withholding tax, capital gains, corporate structures, VAT. Updated April 2026.
EPC and renting in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to the EPC certificate and renting in Belgium. Obligations, energy classes, penalties, renovation, impact on rent. Updated April 2026.
Rental disputes in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to rental disputes in Belgium. Procedures, justice of the peace, mediation, unpaid rent, eviction. Updated 2026.
Co-ownership and renting in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to co-ownership and renting in Belgium. Syndic, charges, regulations, general assembly, works, tenant rights. Updated April 2026.
Works and maintenance in rental properties in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to works and maintenance in Belgian rentals. Landlord-tenant responsibilities, emergencies, permissions, restoration. Updated 2026.
Rights and obligations landlord-tenant in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to landlord and tenant rights and obligations in Belgium. Legal framework, mutual duties, sanctions. Updated 2026.
Property investment in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to property investment in Belgium. Yield, financing, taxation, property selection, rental management, strategies. Updated April 2026.
Insurance and renting in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to insurance for rental properties in Belgium. Fire insurance, tenant liability, water damage, legal obligations. Updated 2026.
Property tax in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to property tax (précompte immobilier) in Belgium. Calculation, rates by region, reductions, exemptions and appeals. Updated 2026.
Rental deposit: full overview
Amount, forms and release of the rental deposit in Belgium.
Inventory of fixtures: practical guide
How to carry out a flawless entry and exit inventory of fixtures.
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Commercial lease in Belgium
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Renting a property under construction in Belgium: is it legal?
Can you sign a lease for a property not yet built in Belgium? Conditions of validity, protective clauses, risks for both parties and alternatives to a standard lease.
Renting to a family member in Belgium: law, taxation and pitfalls
The legal and tax rules for renting to a family member in Belgium. Mandatory lease, below-market rent, property tax and risks of abuse of rights.
Renting to a foreign student in Belgium: guarantees, documents and precautions
Essential precautions for renting to a foreign student in Belgium. Rental deposit, overseas guarantor, required documents, insurance and specific risks.
Rental management tools comparison Belgium 2026
Comparison of the main rental management tools and software available in Belgium in 2026. Features, pricing, Belgian compliance and reviews.
Renting to a diplomat in Belgium: diplomatic clause, immunity and guarantees
The specificities of renting to a diplomat in Belgium. Diplomatic clause, jurisdictional immunity, embassy guarantee and specific taxation for the landlord.
Intergenerational rental in Belgium: legal framework and advantages
The legal framework for intergenerational housing in Belgium. Concept, applicable lease, tax advantages, regional grants and conditions for implementation in Wallonia, Brussels and Flanders.
The 10 most profitable Belgian cities to invest in 2026
Ranking of the 10 Belgian cities offering the best rental yields in 2026. Prices, rents, vacancy and potential for each city.
Office rental in Belgium: rules and applicable regime
The specific rules for office rental in Belgium. Commercial lease or common law lease, VAT option, registration and recoverable charges.
Rent-to-own in Belgium: how it works and taxation
How does rent-to-own work in Belgium? Contract structure, tax treatment, registration duties and risks for the landlord and the tenant-buyer.
Renting to a non-profit in Belgium: lease, VAT and taxation
How to rent property to a non-profit (ASBL/VZW) in Belgium? Applicable lease type, VAT regime, registration and points of attention for the landlord.
Lease notice letter in Belgium: template, deadlines and practical advice
How to write a lease notice letter in Belgium? Letter template, deadlines by region (Brussels, Wallonia, Flanders), method of sending and mistakes to avoid.
Rental management: agency vs software vs DIY comparison
Comparison of the 3 rental management methods in Belgium: real estate agency, online software or self-management. Costs, time and risks analysed.
Recurring water infiltrations from the upstairs flat: rights and remedies in Belgium
Your flat is regularly flooded by the upstairs neighbour? Neighbour's liability, role of the building manager, insurance, formal notice and remedies before the justice of the peace in Belgium.
Remote rental management: tools and best practices in Belgium
How to manage rental properties remotely in Belgium? Digital tools, powers of attorney, legal representation and practical organisation for expatriate or distant landlords.
Justice of the peace and rental disputes: complete procedure for Belgium
How to bring a rental dispute before the justice of the peace in Belgium? Conciliation procedure, application, hearing, costs, deadlines and alternatives to court proceedings.
Average rental yield by city in Belgium 2026
Practical guide for landlords and tenants in Belgium. Rules, procedures and advice adapted to the three Belgian regions.
The health index and rent indexation in Belgium: full explanation
Understanding the Belgian health index and its role in rent indexation. Calculation formula, difference from the CPI, recent history and practical examples for landlords and tenants.
Rent indexation in 2026: what changes by region
The new rules for rent indexation in 2026 in Belgium. Calculation formula, EPC conditions, regional restrictions and implementation calendar for Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders.
Artificial intelligence in rental management: 2026 overview
How AI is transforming rental management in Belgium in 2026. Chatbots, application analysis, predictive maintenance and tools available for landlords.
Mixed-use building management: residential and commercial
How to manage a mixed-use building in Belgium? Commercial lease vs residential lease, charge distribution, co-ownership and specific insurance.
The best neighbourhoods to invest in Brussels 2026
Analysis of the most promising Brussels neighbourhoods for rental investment in 2026. Prices, yields, urban projects and capital gain potential.
EPC and rent indexation ban: guide by region
Which EPC scores ban rent indexation in Belgium? Thresholds by region (Brussels, Wallonia, Flanders), financial consequences and works to restore the right to index.
Student accommodation investment in Belgium: complete guide
Complete guide to investing in student accommodation in Belgium. Rental yield, university cities, student lease, management and property tax.
Brussels rent grid: how it works in practice
How does the indicative rent grid in Brussels work? Calculation parameters, reference rent, the 20% threshold and recourse before the joint committee.
Investing in Brussels vs Liege vs Namur: comparative analysis 2026
Comparative analysis of rental investment in Brussels, Liege and Namur in 2026. Prices, rents, yield, vacancy and outlook for each city.
Brussels lease reform 2026: what changes for landlords
Complete analysis of the Brussels lease reform coming into force in 2026. New notice periods, binding rent grid, mandatory annexes: everything landlords need to know.
Rental deposit in Belgium: the 3 options explained
The three legal rental deposit options in Belgium: individualised account, bank guarantee and CPAS assistance. Amounts, procedure and release by region.
Should you renovate before renting out? Cost/benefit analysis
Which renovation works are profitable before letting in Belgium? Impact on EPC, rent and vacancy. Return on investment calculation.
Tenant eviction in Belgium: grounds, procedure and deadlines
The tenant eviction procedure in Belgium step by step. Legal grounds, formal notice, justice of the peace, deadlines, bailiff, winter truce and tenant rights.
Digital vs paper property inventory: comparison, validity and tools
Detailed comparison between digital and paper property inventories in Belgium. Advantages, disadvantages, legal validity, available tools and recommendations for landlords and tenants.
Registering your lease online via MyRent: step-by-step tutorial
Complete tutorial for registering a main residence lease online via MyRent (FPS Finance). Steps, required documents, deadlines, fees and consequences of non-registration.
Investing in Liege real estate: complete guide 2026
Analysis of the Liege property market in 2026. Promising neighbourhoods, average prices, rental yield and practical advice for investing in Liege.
Rent control in Brussels: assessment, indicative grid and impact
Assessment of rent control in the Brussels Region. How the indicative grid works, impact on landlords, compliance rate and prospects for strengthening.
Domiciliation and rental lease in Belgium: rights, refusal and obligations
Does the tenant have the right to register their domicile in the rented property? Can the landlord object? Municipal obligations, population register and legal consequences.
My first rental investment at 30: feedback
Sophie, 30, tells how she bought her first rental apartment in Namur. From finding the property to letting it, she shares her mistakes, lessons learned and real figures.
Declaring in-kind rent in Belgium: works, services and tax treatment
Must in-kind rent (tenant works, services rendered, rent reduction in exchange for services) be declared in Belgium? Tax valuation, reassessment risks and best practices.
Housing discrimination in Belgium: illegal criteria, evidence and remedies
Discrimination in rental housing in Belgium is illegal. Criteria protected by law, testing techniques, complaint procedures, sanctions and remedies for victims.
Water damage: who should contact the insurance, landlord or tenant?
Water damage occurs in your rented property in Belgium. Who contacts the insurance? Distribution of responsibilities between landlord and tenant, declaration procedure and deadlines.
Community land trust and lease in Belgium: model, legal framework and impact
The Community Land Trust model in Belgium. How the emphyteutic lease works, legal framework, concrete examples in Brussels and Wallonia, and impact on housing affordability.
Flanders vs Wallonia vs Brussels: where to invest in rental?
Regional comparison for rental investment in Belgium. Prices, yields, taxation, vacancy: Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels face to face.
Converting an office into a rental property: permits, EPC and profitability
Complete guide to converting an office into a rental property in Belgium. Planning permission, change of use, habitability standards, EPC, conversion costs and profitability.
Lease law reform in Belgium: where do things stand in 2026?
Since the regionalisation of 2014, each Belgian region legislates separately on leases. Full overview of ongoing reforms in Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders.
Protecting yourself against unpaid rent in Belgium: selection, insurance and clauses
Effective strategies to prevent unpaid rent in Belgium. Tenant selection, unpaid rent insurance, joint surety, lease clauses and tracking tools.
Recovering your rental deposit quickly in Belgium: procedure and deadlines
How to recover your rental deposit in Belgium after the end of the lease. Release procedure, legal deadlines, amicable agreement and remedies in case of blockage by the landlord or bank.
My tenant hasn't paid for 3 months: how I handled it
Marc, a landlord in Liege, tells how he dealt with 3 months of unpaid rent. From discovering the problem to reaching an amicable resolution, his step-by-step journey.
Recovering keys after a conflictual departure: procedure and remedies
Your tenant has left without returning the keys in Belgium. Bailiff report, lock change, deduction from rental deposit and available legal remedies.
Company vs personal name for rental investment in Belgium
Practical guide for landlords and tenants in Belgium. Rules, procedures and advice adapted to the three Belgian regions.
Squatting in Belgium: legal procedure, prevention and remedies
What to do if your property is illegally occupied in Belgium. Legal anti-squatting procedure, police complaint, justice of the peace, eviction timelines and prevention measures.
Renting via Airbnb in Belgium: registration, taxation and regional rules
The rules for short-term letting via Airbnb or Booking in Belgium. Mandatory registration, taxation, insurance and regional regulations.
Renting social housing in Belgium: eligibility, waiting lists and procedures by region
Complete guide to social housing in Belgium. Eligibility conditions, income thresholds, waiting lists, registration procedure and differences between Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders.
How I handled my first unpaid rent: account and lessons learned
Account of a landlord facing their first unpaid rent in Belgium. Timeline of actions, mistakes made, mediation and lessons to avoid repeating the situation.
Real estate crowdfunding vs direct investment: what to choose in Belgium?
Comparison between real estate crowdfunding and direct rental investment in Belgium. Yield, risks, taxation, liquidity: complete analysis.
Inheritance with a rented property: lease continuity, taxation and options
Complete guide to managing an inheritance involving a rented property in Belgium. Lease continuity, inheritance tax by region, transition management and options for heirs.
Managing a portfolio of 5 or more rental properties: strategies and tools
How to structure and optimise the management of a portfolio of 5 or more rental properties in Belgium. SRL structure, management tools, delegation and taxation.
Managing a rental property in co-ownership: rights, decisions and disputes
How to manage a rented property held in co-ownership in Belgium. Income distribution, decision-making, co-ownership agreement and conflict resolution between co-owners.
How to manage a rental property in Belgium from abroad
Managing a rental property in Belgium from abroad: power of attorney, management software, agent, non-resident taxation and legal obligations at a distance.
Housing aid in Wallonia and Brussels: complete guide 2026
Overview of housing aid in Wallonia and Brussels in 2026. Rent allowance, renovation grants, installation aid and eligibility conditions.
How to manage rental repairs in Belgium
Allocation of repairs between landlord and tenant in Belgium: routine maintenance, major repairs, emergencies, procedure and conflict resolution.
How to manage the transition between two tenants
Organising a tenant's departure and the next one's arrival in Belgium: property inventory, rental guarantee release, works, listing and practical deadlines.
How to set the right rent in Belgium
How to determine the right rent for your property in Belgium: comparables method, Brussels indicative grid, EPC impact, regional differences and mistakes to avoid.
How to assess a property's rental potential in Belgium
Method for assessing the rental potential of a property in Belgium: neighbourhood analysis, market rent, EPC score, rental yield and demand indicators.
Flat vs house: best rental yield in Belgium?
Detailed comparison of rental yield between flats and houses in Belgium. Purchase price, rents, charges, vacancy: all the data to make your choice.
How to choose a tenant legally in Belgium
The legal criteria for selecting a tenant in Belgium: documents you can request, anti-discrimination law, solvency checks and best practices to avoid disputes.
How to increase rent between two tenants in Belgium
Can you increase the rent between two tenants in Belgium? Rules by region, Brussels indicative grid, EPC impact and legal limits for landlords.
How to organise an efficient property inventory
Practical guide to organising an entry or exit property inventory in Belgium. Preparation, procedure, common mistakes and recommended tools for a solid report.
Cohousing in Belgium: legal framework and lease
The legal framework for cohousing in Belgium: suitable lease type, co-ownership, shared spaces, taxation and internal rules. Guide for landlords and residents.
Complete checklist for a property inventory in Belgium
Detailed checklist for an entry and exit property inventory in Belgium: room-by-room inspection, meters, photos, signatures and mistakes to avoid.
Rental charges in Belgium: who pays what?
Allocation of rental charges between landlord and tenant in Belgium: common charges, individual charges, provisions or fixed amount, annual settlement and frequent disputes.
Furnished vs unfurnished lease in Belgium: what are the differences?
The differences between a furnished and unfurnished lease in Belgium: duration, taxation, inventory, insurance, charges and advantages for landlord and tenant.
The sliding lease in Belgium: how it works
The sliding lease allows a person in housing difficulty to become the lease holder through social support. Mechanism, role of CPAS, conditions and steps in Belgium.
Unfurnished vs furnished rental in Belgium: complete comparison
Practical guide for landlords and tenants in Belgium. Rules, procedures and advice adapted to the three Belgian regions.
The emphyteutic lease in Belgium explained simply
What is an emphyteutic lease in Belgium? Duration of 27 to 99 years, right to build, ground rent, end of lease and differences with other lease types. Clear and complete explanation.
Commercial lease in Belgium: beginner's guide
The basics of the commercial lease in Belgium: 1951 Act, 9-year duration, rent revision, renewal, assignment and differences with the residential lease.
Lease amendment in Belgium: when and how to draft one
When and how to draft a lease amendment in Belgium: rent change, charges, adding an occupant, duration change. Template, registration and mistakes to avoid.
Unpaid rent insurance in Belgium: is it worth it?
Should you take out unpaid rent insurance in Belgium? Analysis of cost, coverage, conditions and alternatives for landlords.
Investing in new vs old for rental in Belgium
Should you buy new-build or old property for rental investment in Belgium? Price, yield, taxation, maintenance: complete analysis with 2026 data.
Tenant fire insurance: mandatory or not in Belgium?
Is fire insurance mandatory for tenants in Belgium? Legal framework, civil liability, minimum coverage, average cost and what to do if the tenant refuses.
Pets and rental leases in Belgium: rights and limits
Can a landlord ban pets in a lease in Belgium? Permitted clauses, case law, liability for damage and advice for both parties.
Rental property in Belgium: trends and news 2026
Overview of the Belgian rental property market in 2026: rent trends, regional reforms, EPC standards, investment market and outlook for landlords and tenants.
10 mistakes to avoid when renting out a property in Belgium
Discover the 10 most common mistakes when renting out a property in Belgium: poorly set rent, missing EPC, non-compliant rental guarantee, ineffective listing and tenant selection.
Landlord obligations in Belgium: complete guide
All legal obligations of the landlord in Belgium. Habitability, EPC, repairs, lease registration, rental deposit, safety and regional compliance.
Renting out in Wallonia: steps and landlord obligations
Complete guide to renting out a property in Wallonia. Legal obligations, standard lease, registration, EPC, rental deposit and practical steps for landlords.
Will digital leases be the norm by 2030?
Analysis of the trends pushing the property lease towards fully digital in Belgium. Electronic signature, MyRent registration, cloud archiving and legislative developments.
Insurance guide for landlords
Essential insurance for landlords in Belgium. Fire, civil liability, unpaid rent guarantee, legal protection and EPC insurance. Comparison and advice.
Shared housing vs traditional rental: yield compared in Belgium
Comparative analysis of rental yield between shared housing and traditional rental in Belgium. Rents, charges, vacancy, management: data by region.
Complete co-ownership guide for landlords
Everything landlords need to know about co-ownership in Belgium. General assembly, property manager, allocation of charges, reserve fund, works and impact on the rental.
Tax mistakes landlords make
The most common tax mistakes made by landlords in Belgium. Incorrectly declared cadastral income, property tax, forgotten deductions, indexation and transfer to a company.
Digitalisation of rental management: trends
Rental management digitalisation trends in Belgium. Electronic signature, online payments, digital inventories, AI and automation for landlords.
Digitalisation of lease registration at FPS
How to register a primary residence lease online with the FPS Finance via MyRent. Step-by-step procedure, required documents, deadlines and consequences of late registration.
Co-ownership and rental: rules to know
The co-ownership rules that affect rental in Belgium. Internal regulations, allocation of charges, general assembly and tenant rights in co-ownership.
How to switch from paper to digital management
Practical guide to digitalise your rental management in Belgium. Document migration, software selection, task automation and concrete gains for landlords.
Investing in Belgian rental property in 2026: complete guide
Should you invest in Belgian rental property in 2026? Rates, prices, yields, taxation and strategies for a successful investment.
How to handle unpaid rent step by step
Complete procedure for unpaid rent in Belgium. Amicable reminder, formal notice, conciliation, justice of the peace and enforcement of judgment. Deadlines, costs and templates.
How to handle a noisy tenant and neighbour complaints
Your tenant is causing noise nuisance? Complete procedure in Belgium: dialogue, formal notice, termination clause, municipal mediation and proceedings before the justice of the peace.
Complete checklist to rent out your first property
All the steps to rent out a property for the first time in Belgium. EPC, rental deposit, lease registration, insurance and tax obligations for landlords.
Paper lease vs digital lease: pros and cons
Detailed comparison between paper lease and digital lease in Belgium. Legal validity, electronic signature, FPS registration and tools available for landlords.
Energy transition: impact on the Belgian rental market
How the energy transition is impacting the Belgian rental market. EPC obligations by region, renovation costs, impact on rents and grants available for landlords.
Tiny houses and containers: can you rent them out in Belgium?
Renting a tiny house or converted container in Belgium. Planning permission, applicable lease type, EPC certificate, habitability standards and taxation for landlords.
Coliving in Belgium: trends, legal framework and opportunities for landlords
Coliving is growing in Belgium. Concept, resident profiles, Belgian legal framework, profitability, applicable lease type and opportunities for landlords.
Smart buildings and rental: what impact for landlords in Belgium
Smart buildings are changing the game for landlords in Belgium. IoT energy management, automated maintenance, tenant experience and return on investment.
Open banking and real estate: innovations transforming rental
Open banking innovations applied to rental property in Belgium. PSD2 solvency verification, automated rent collection, bank reconciliation and sector trends.
Open banking: how it changes rental management in Belgium
The impact of open banking on rental management in Belgium. Tenant income verification, automated payments, bank reconciliation and the PSD2 regulatory framework.
Artificial intelligence and property management in Belgium
How AI is transforming property management in Belgium. Tenant chatbots, solvency analysis, predictive maintenance, rent estimation and automation of administrative tasks.
Home automation and rental: how to add value to your property
How home automation can increase the rental value of your property in Belgium. Connected thermostat, smart lock, sensors and return on investment for landlords.
Blockchain and real estate leases: concrete future or technological gimmick?
Can blockchain revolutionise real estate leases in Belgium? Analysis of smart contracts, decentralised registration, European pilot projects and current limitations.
Rental yield calculation: complete method for Belgium
Complete guide to calculating gross and net rental yield in Belgium. Formulas, worked examples, common mistakes and Belgian tax specificities.
Property SRL in Belgium: tax advantages and profitability threshold
Should you create an SRL to invest in rental property in Belgium? Tax advantages, deductible charges, depreciation, profitability threshold and formation costs.
Rental income taxation in Belgium: complete guide 2026
Complete guide to rental property taxation in Belgium. Cadastral income, personal income tax, property tax, regional differences and step-by-step tax return.
How to optimise the taxation of your rental income in Belgium
Legal strategies to optimise the taxation of your rental income in Belgium. Interest deductions, company structure, property tax and mistakes to avoid.
Shared housing in Belgium: individual vs joint lease, guarantees and insurance
In-depth guide to shared housing in Belgium. Individual vs joint lease, Flemish specificities, rental guarantee, insurance and replacing a co-tenant.
Renting a flat in Brussels in 2026: the complete guide
Practical guide to renting a flat in Brussels in 2026. Prices by neighbourhood, indicative rent grid, EPC certificate, lease procedures and tenant rights.
Documents required for renting in Belgium
Complete list of documents required to rent a property in Belgium. Landlord obligations, tenant obligations and documents prohibited by law.
The 15 essential clauses of a good lease in Belgium
The 15 essential clauses of a lease in Belgium. Mandatory, recommended and prohibited clauses, with concrete examples for landlords and tenants.
Lease notice periods in Belgium: deadlines, calculation and notification
Complete guide to notice periods in Belgium by lease type and region. Calculation, compensation, notification by registered post and special cases.
Property viewing: the savvy tenant's guide
Complete guide to viewing a property before signing the lease in Belgium. Checkpoints, questions to ask the landlord and warning signs to look out for.
Subletting in Belgium: when is it allowed and how to do it
Complete guide to subletting in Belgium. Conditions for authorisation, landlord consent, drafting the contract, Airbnb and legal risks by region.
Seasonal rental in Belgium: rules, taxation and obligations
Complete guide to seasonal rental in Belgium. Airbnb regulations by region, registration, taxation, urban planning and insurance for hosts.
Long-term vs short-term rental: profitability in Belgium
Comparison of profitability between long-term and short-term (Airbnb) rental in Belgium. Income, charges, regulation and risks analysed.
Furnished rental in Belgium: the complete guide
Everything about furnished rental in Belgium. Specific lease, furniture inventory, advantageous taxation, insurance and differences with unfurnished rental.
Rental charge settlements in Belgium: the complete guide
How to prepare and verify a rental charge settlement in Belgium. Common vs private charges, fixed vs provisional, supporting documents and remedies in case of dispute.
Tenant rights in Belgium: complete guide 2026
All tenant rights in Belgium by region. Quiet enjoyment, repairs, privacy, indexation, notice period, rental guarantee and remedies in case of dispute.
How to select a tenant without discriminating in Belgium
Practical guide to selecting a tenant in Belgium without breaching anti-discrimination law. Authorised criteria, prohibited criteria and evaluation grid.
How to write an effective rental listing in Belgium
Guide to writing a rental listing that attracts the right tenants. Structure, professional photos, mandatory legal mentions and platform selection.
How to negotiate your rent as a tenant in Belgium
Practical guide to negotiating a rent reduction or freeze in Belgium. Solid arguments, market data, ideal timing and mistakes to avoid.
How to prepare a strong tenant application file
Guide to preparing a tenant application file in Belgium. Authorised documents, professional presentation, common mistakes and free template.
Shared housing in Belgium: legal framework, lease and charges
Complete guide to shared housing in Belgium. Joint or separate leases, joint liability clause, co-tenancy agreement, allocation of charges and regional specificities.
Student lease in Belgium: the complete guide for the 2026 academic year
Complete guide to the student lease in Belgium for the 2026 academic year. Duration of 10 or 12 months, rental guarantee, mandatory registration, notice period and rights by region.
Studio vs one-bedroom: which property type to invest in Belgium?
Practical guide for landlords and tenants in Belgium. Rules, procedures and advice adapted to the three Belgian regions.
Testimonial: how online management saved me 3,200 EUR in one year
Marie-Claire, a landlord in Namur, shares her switch to online rental management. Before/after, real savings and impact on the tenant relationship.
How our agency digitalised the management of 120 properties in 6 months
Immobiliere Bruxelles-Sud, an agency in Forest, shares the digitalisation of its management of 120 rental properties. Process, obstacles and measured results after 6 months.
My landlord wants to increase charges retroactively: 1,200 EUR claimed
Isabelle, a tenant in Brussels, shares how her landlord claimed 1,200 EUR in retroactive charges over 2 years. Analysis of the statement, challenge and resolution.
My landlord refuses to return the deposit: 4 months of proceedings
Sofie, a former tenant in Ghent, shares how her landlord blocked 2,700 EUR in deposit for 4 months. Procedure, justice of the peace and full recovery.
My landlord will not make repairs: 7 months of ceiling leaks
Thomas, a tenant in Charleroi, shares 7 months of battling to get a roof leak repaired. Formal notice, Regional Housing Service and justice of the peace.
My landlord enters my home without warning: how I put a stop to the intrusions
Nadia, a tenant in Brussels, shares how her landlord entered the apartment in her absence. Trespass, steps taken and resolution in 5 weeks.
My tenant wants to leave before the lease ends: how I negotiated the compensation
Laurent, a landlord in Charleroi, shares how his tenant wanted to break the lease after 14 months. Notice period, break compensation and negotiation in Wallonia.
My tenant wants to install a jacuzzi on the balcony: how I handled this request
Francois, a landlord in Mons, shares the unusual request from his tenant who wanted to place a jacuzzi on the balcony. Weight, co-ownership, water and a reasoned refusal.
My tenant refuses viewings for re-letting: 2 months of standoff
Sophie, a landlord in Brussels, shares how her tenant blocked all viewings during the notice period. Brussels rules, negotiation and resolution in 8 weeks.
My tenant refuses to sign the property inventory: 6 weeks of deadlock
Alain, a landlord in Namur, shares how his tenant refused to sign the exit inventory. Independent expert, bailiff and resolution in 6 weeks.
My tenant is hospitalised: who pays the rent during 4 months?
Philippe, a landlord in Brussels, shares how he managed 4 months without rent after his tenant was hospitalised. CPAS, insurance and a humane resolution.
My tenant is damaging the property: how I recovered 4,200 EUR in damages
Catherine, a landlord in Liege, shares how she dealt with significant damage to her apartment caused by a tenant. Bailiff report, deposit deduction and justice of the peace proceedings.
My tenant asks for a rent reduction: how to respond?
Laurent, a landlord in Brussels, recounts how his tenant requested a rent reduction citing rising energy charges. Analysis, negotiation and agreement.
My tenant asks for expensive repairs: must I agree?
Michel, a landlord in Charleroi, recounts how his tenant demanded a full bathroom renovation. What is compulsory, what is not, and how to negotiate.
My tenant has an unauthorised pet
Catherine, a landlord in Namur, discovers her tenant has a 40 kg German Shepherd in a flat where pets are prohibited. Resolution and case law.
My tenant sublet without permission
Vincent, a landlord in Saint-Josse, discovers his tenant has been subletting the flat on Airbnb. 87 listings, EUR 14,000 in undeclared income. Timeline and resolution.
My experience as a landlord in Wallonia: 5 years and 4 properties
Jean-Marc, 53, owner of 4 rental properties in Mons, shares 5 years of experience. Rental permit, EPC, tenants and real yield.
My lease is verbal and the landlord denies it: what to do?
Rachid, a tenant in Liege, recounts how his landlord denied the existence of their verbal lease. Evidence gathered, procedure and outcome.
The landlord wants the property back for their daughter
Jean-Luc, a landlord in Mons, recounts how he gave notice for family occupation so his daughter could move into the flat. Conditions, notice and effective occupation.
The landlord wants me to leave so they can sell
Aurelie, a tenant in Namur, recounts how her landlord tried to make her leave to sell. Notice period, compensation and tenant rights in Wallonia.
The landlord wants to install cameras in common areas
Karim, a tenant in Etterbeek, recounts how his landlord installed cameras in the entrance hall without authorisation. GDPR, co-ownership and resolution.
The landlord won't give me a rent receipt
Sofie, a tenant in Ghent, recounts how she obtained her rent receipts after 14 months without any proof of payment. Steps taken and resolution.
The landlord asks me to pay the property tax
Nadia, a tenant in Charleroi, recounts how her landlord tried to make her pay the property tax. What the law says and how she responded.
The tenant doesn't respect the co-ownership rules
Thierry, a landlord in Schaerbeek, recounts how his tenant accumulated co-ownership complaints: noise, parking, bins. Timeline and resolution.
The tenant disputes the exit inventory
Francoise, a landlord in Liege, recounts how her tenant contested EUR 4,800 of damage at the exit. Expert assessment, normal wear and resolution.
The tenant left without notice: what to do?
Philippe, a landlord in Ixelles, recounts how his tenant vanished overnight. Abandoned belongings, unpaid rent and the abandonment procedure.
The tenant did renovations without permission
Isabelle, a landlord in Namur, discovers that her tenant knocked down a wall and redid the kitchen without consent. A step-by-step account of the resolution.
The heating doesn't work and the landlord won't respond
Samira, a tenant in Saint-Gilles, recounts how she survived 3 weeks without heating in the Brussels winter. Formal notice, emergency repair and recourse.
From paper to digital management: my forced switch after a disaster
Christophe, a landlord in Brussels, shares how a water damage incident destroyed his paper archives and forced him to go digital. Reconstruction, tools and lessons.
How I automated managing my 3 apartments in Liege
Vincent, 45, a landlord in Liege, shares how he went from 6 to 2 hours of management per week by automating rent tracking, indexation and receipts.
Testimonial: switching from Excel to management software
Marc, owner of 4 properties in Namur, shares his transition from Excel to rental management software. Time saved, errors avoided and review after 6 months.
Feedback: EPC renovation to keep indexation rights
Nathalie, owner of a 1960s flat in Ixelles, shares her EPC renovation from F to C: works, costs, grants and impact on rent indexation.
Feedback: managing 10 rental properties alone
Philippe, 54, has been managing 10 rental properties alone in the Liege region for 15 years. Organisation, tools, mistakes and real figures from an investor without an agency.
My experience with shared housing in Brussels as a landlord
Karim, a landlord in Schaerbeek, shares how he converted his 4-bedroom house into shared housing. Flatshare agreement, turnover, profitability and mistakes to avoid.
My rent increased: is this legal?
Sofie, a tenant in Ghent, receives a 90 EUR rent increase outside of legal indexation. How she challenged it and obtained reimbursement of the overpayment.
My student room has no lease: is this serious?
Lucas, a student in Liege, rents a room without a written contract. When the landlord wants to evict him during exam period, he discovers his rights. Testimony and practical advice.
My flatmate left: I'm stuck paying alone
Thomas, 25, finds himself paying 950 EUR in rent in Brussels alone after his flatmate's sudden departure. Joint liability clause, remedies and negotiation with the landlord.
My lease is ending: can I stay?
Catherine and Laurent, a family in Namur, share how they handled the end of their 9-year lease when the landlord wanted to reclaim the property. Tacit renewal, notice period and tenant rights.
The property does not match the lease description
Nadia and Karim, a couple in Charleroi, discover that their flat is smaller than stated and missing amenities. Their journey to obtain redress.
There is mould in my property: what to do?
Amina, a tenant in a ground-floor flat in Saint-Gilles, explains how she forced her landlord to deal with a persistent mould problem. Steps taken, registered letters and intervention of the justice of the peace.
Remote work and the Belgian rental market: 2026 trends
Remote work is reshaping the Belgian rental market: urban exodus, demand for home offices, mixed-use clauses and impact on rents by area.
Mortgage rates in 2026 and impact on the Belgian rental market
Mortgage rates are stabilising around 3% in 2026. Consequences on the buy vs rent decision, property investment and rents.
Rent statistics in Belgium by region in 2026
Average rents by region and city in Belgium in 2026. Evolution, indexation, rent-to-income ratio and Belgian rental market trends in figures.
Tourist rental in Belgium: Airbnb regulations by region
Renting on Airbnb in Belgium: registration, taxation, number of nights allowed and penalties. Comparison of Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders.
Shared housing in Flanders: new Woninghuurdecreet rules
The Flemish Woninghuurdecreet modernises shared housing: individual leases, compliance certificate, rental guarantee and tenant rights. Complete guide.
Rental guarantee reform in Belgium: 3 bills to watch
Three rental guarantee reform proposals are under discussion in regional parliaments. Centralised fund, guarantee insurance, revised caps: full analysis.
PropTech in Belgium: how technology is transforming rental management
The Belgian PropTech ecosystem in 2026: rental management platforms, electronic lease signing, tenant screening and smart building. Full overview.
Property tax 2026: what changes for landlords
The three Belgian regions are amending property tax in 2026. New rates, additional centimes, EPC reductions and impact on rental yield.
Rental permit in Wallonia: modernisation and extension in 2026
The Walloon rental permit is evolving: extension to properties under 28 m2, digital procedure, extended validity. Guide to the new rules for landlords.
EPC and rental properties in Wallonia 2026: new rules and timeline
The Walloon decree tightens EPC requirements for rentals: mandatory audit, EPC G ban in 2028, Renolution grants. Timeline and procedures.
New landlord obligations in 2026: complete guide
EPC, detectors, digital registration, insurance: all new landlord obligations in Belgium in 2026, region by region.
Energy standards and rental properties in 2026: EPC obligations by region
The three Belgian regions are tightening EPC requirements for rentals. Minimum scores, impact on indexation, renovation timeline: everything you need to know.
Renovation grants for rental properties in 2026: premiums by region
Renolution grants, Mijn Verbouwpremie, tax deductions: all the grants for renovating a rental property in Belgium in 2026. Amounts, conditions and procedures.
New lease legislation in Wallonia 2026: what changes for landlords
The Walloon Parliament is preparing a new lease decree: mandatory mediation, EPC G ban, extension of the rental permit. Analysis of the changes.
Commercial lease in Belgium: the 2026 amendments
The 1951 commercial lease law is being modernised in 2026: flexibility clause, digital registration, mixed index. Analysis of the changes for landlords.
Renting a garage or parking space in Belgium: rules and taxation
Renting a garage or parking space in Belgium: type of contract, taxation, VAT and legal obligations. Complete guide for landlords.
Renting land in Belgium: regulations and lease types
Renting land in Belgium: emphyteutic lease, farm lease, general law lease. Durations, registration, taxation and pitfalls to avoid.
Renting cellars and attics in Belgium: what the law says
Renting a cellar or attic in Belgium: legality, habitability, planning, insurance and taxation. What landlords need to know.
New tenant expectations in Belgium in 2026
Belgian tenants in 2026 demand digital tools, energy performance and flexibility. Survey results and advice for landlords who want to attract the best profiles.
Recent case law on rent indexation in Belgium
Key decisions from Belgian justice of the peace courts on rent indexation: EPC and indexation, retroactivity, calculation errors, abusive indexation. 4 rulings analysed.
Impact of inflation on rents in Belgium: 2022-2026 review
The 2022-2023 inflation shock disrupted the Belgian rental market. Review of the indexation mechanism, regional freezes and consequences for landlords and tenants.
Property tax evolution in Belgium: 50 years without cadastral revision
The Belgian cadastral income has not been revised since 1975. History, consequences for landlords, political debate and alternatives under discussion.
Selling a property with a sitting tenant in Belgium: complete guide
Selling a property with a sitting tenant in Belgium: the lease continues, buyer's rights, impact on the price and complete procedure.
Belgian rental market in 2026: trends, figures and outlook
Analysis of the Belgian rental market in 2026: supply and demand, vacancy rates, new construction, demographics and emerging trends such as co-living.
Coworking and coliving in Belgium: legal framework and opportunities
Co-living and residential coworking are growing in Belgium. Legal framework, lease type, taxation and opportunities for investors.
Renovations in a rented property: rights and obligations in Belgium
Who can carry out works in a rented property? Tenant repairs, major works, authorisations, charges and dispute management in Belgium.
Subletting in Belgium: is it allowed and under what conditions?
Is subletting legal in Belgium? Conditions for authorisation, landlord consent, Airbnb, risks and sanctions. Guide by region.
Electronic lease signature in Belgium: is it legal?
Electronic lease signature has been legal in Belgium since 2025. Signature levels, recommended tools, MyRent registration and practical advice.
3-6-9 lease termination in Belgium: complete practical guide
How to terminate a 3-6-9 lease in Belgium: notice periods, compensation, notification, regional differences. Guide for landlords and tenants.
EPC renovation: concrete impact on renting your property
Renovating to improve your rental property's EPC: impact on rent, indexation, deposit and yield. Figures and analysis by region.
Capital gains on property in Belgium: calculation and taxation for landlords
Are capital gains on property taxed in Belgium? Holding periods, tax rates, exceptions and optimisation strategies for landlords.
Property declared unfit in Belgium: rights and remedies for the tenant
Your property is declared unfit? Tenant rights, landlord obligations, procedures by region and available remedies in Belgium.