Why should an expat use an English-speaking financial advisor in Germany?
What does financial advice cost in Germany, and how does Finance for Expats stay “free”?
Which services can Finance for Expats handle for me under one roof?
In which languages can I get support?
How does Finance for Expats guide newcomers through their first months in Germany?
Can I buy a German property while living abroad?
Short answer: Yes, you can buy a German property while living abroad by signing via power of attorney, securing a non-resident mortgage and letting us manage the notary and bank paperwork on your behalf.
How it works from overseas:
- Digital search & due diligence. We shortlist flats or houses through our property search engine, stream video walk-throughs and commission a structural survey so you see every detail remotely.
- Non-resident financing. German lenders will fund up to 80 % loan-to-value for buyers without local residency. We pre-check your profile, collect passport, payslips and bank statements, then issue a fully translated loan offer. Run the numbers instantly with our mortgage calculator.
- Power of attorney at the notary. The purchase deed must be notarised in Germany. You either sign during a short fly-in visit or grant us—or a trusted relative—power of attorney; the notary then reads the contract, registers title and forwards certified copies.
- International payments. We coordinate the equity transfer through a low-fee FX platform, ensure the bank releases mortgage funds on the notary’s call date, and pay land-transfer tax and registry fees.
- Post-purchase management. Our property team arranges key hand-over, insurance activation and, if you plan to rent, a bilingual lease and tenant screening.
Key take-aways:
- Power of attorney lets you close the deal without flying in.
- Banks finance up to 80 % for non-EU, non-resident buyers.
- Finance for Expats handles surveys, loan approval, fund transfer and tenant setup—all in English.

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