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Discover how the 2026 construction law reform impacts your remedies for defects in your PPE in Geneva.
Delays in the delivery of a new apartment are a major source of anxiety. Discover your rights, available remedies, and how to anticipate these situations in Switzerland.
Since January 1, 2026, Swiss law has strengthened buyer rights regarding construction defects. Learn how to effectively address defects in your Geneva condominium.
Planning to renovate your apartment in Geneva? Discover the co-ownership rules, necessary permits, and how to avoid common pitfalls.
Discover how to structure your construction site visits to ensure your future home in Geneva complies with plans and avoid unpleasant surprises.
The technical specification is the contractual document defining the quality of your future home. Learn how to decode it to avoid disappointments.
Buying a new apartment in Geneva involves technical and financial risks. Discover why hiring an independent expert is crucial to secure your investment.
The construction handover is a critical stage. Discover how to apply the new 2026 rules to protect your interests as a client in Geneva.
Energy performance, CECB and IDC: discover the essential points of vigilance to secure your real estate purchase in Geneva.
Buying off-plan is an attractive but complex opportunity. Discover the major risks in Geneva and how to secure your investment.
Budget overruns have become common in the construction sector. Discover how to anticipate risks and control your costs with KERLINE SA.
Buying off-plan (PPE) in Geneva involves financial and technical risks. Discover the essential contractual clauses to protect your interests before signing.
Are you hesitating between a general contractor and a total contractor for your real estate project? Discover the major differences and risks for the project owner.
Discover the essential steps to identify and report construction defects in Geneva PPE to protect your rights and your investment.
Buying a new apartment in Geneva involves technical and financial risks. Discover why hiring an independent expert is your best protection.
The handover of your new home is a crucial step. Discover how a construction site inspection before handover in Geneva protects you from defects.
Nine months after the January 1, 2026 reform, what is the outcome for buyers? Discover our advice for managing construction defects effectively.
Facing a delivery delay for your new apartment in Switzerland? Discover your rights and how to protect your interests and claim penalties.
Discover how the legal mortgage of artisans can threaten your property in Geneva and how KERLINE SA protects you against this financial risk.
A critical milestone in any construction project, the handover of works triggers the transfer of risks and warranties. Learn how to record defects under Swiss CO and SIA 118 to safeguard your property investment in Geneva.
The construction law reform in Switzerland strengthens developer liability. Discover the impacts and how to protect yourself.
Discover the major impacts of the construction law reform that came into force on January 1, 2026, for property owners and buyers.
KERLINE SA becomes a member of SwissEngineering, confirming its commitment to the highest Swiss engineering standards.
Practical guide for condo and VEFA buyers in Geneva. The most common mistakes and how to avoid them with independent AMO support.
