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Everything you need to know about renting an apartment

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In Switzerland, most people live in rented apartments. In fact, almost 60 per cent of the population rent their home. The terms and conditions of renting a property are regulated by law and in a rental agreement. However, the laws and the terms in these contracts are not always easy to understand. This brochure gives you an overview of the most important points and details of whom to contact if you any questions. You can also find information on the[ www.ch.ch](https://www.ch.ch) website (keywords: housing, rent).

In Switzerland, most people live in rented apartments. In fact, almost 60 per cent of the population rent their home. The terms and conditions of renting a property are regulated by law and in a rental agreement. However, the laws and the terms in these contracts are not always easy to understand. This brochure gives you an overview of the most important points and details of whom to contact if you any questions. You can also find information on the www.ch.ch website (keywords: housing, rent).

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