Off-market commercial property in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
For private investors, family offices and investment firms. From €10 million to €100+ million.
We provide support to investors in Germany, Austria and Switzerland under a mandate-based model.
We source properties from €1 million upwards and manage the transactions.
Who we work with
We assist private and institutional investors planning to purchase investment property in Germany, Austria and Switzerland under a structured mandate.
Private investors and family offices
Investors with capital of €1 million or more who are considering:
The purchase of residential property portfolios and blocks of flats
Hotel property and hospitality assets
Commercial property (high street retail, supermarkets, offices)
International investors
Foreign investors entering the property markets in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Those who require local representation when purchasing residential or commercial property.
Institutional and corporate investors
Investment vehicles, funds and corporate capital
Those interested in acquiring commercial property in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in accordance with clearly defined investment criteria.
// The mandate-based working model
WE OPERATE UNDER AN INVESTMENT MANDATE, REPRESENTING THE INVESTOR’S INTERESTS.
The mandate-based working model
Every project begins with an investment mandate and clearly defined search criteria.
The investor specifies in advance:
-budget
-region
-return
-strategy
This defines the structure of the search
and rules out random solutions.
Representing the investor’s interests
We act on behalf of the investor, not the seller of the property.
Focus on support:
-property search
-profitability analysis
-negotiations
-closing the deal
This makes it possible to select solutions based on strategy rather than on the availability of facilities.
Transparency of selection criteria
Every project begins with an investment mandate and clearly defined search criteria.
The investor specifies in advance:
-budget
-region
-return
-strategy
This provides a framework for the search and rules out random solutions.
Absence of a conflict of interest
In the classical model, the agent often represents the seller’s interests.
In the mandate model, we specify:
-the investor’s interests
-search parameters
-evaluation criteria
-the rationale behind the transaction
This reduces the risk of a conflict of interest and ensures that the recommendations are independent.
Independent partner to the investor
We support the investor’s capital not only up to the point of purchase, but also after the transaction.
Focus of the work:
-stable income
-risk management
-investment strategy
-asset management
This helps to maintain a consistent investment approach at every stage.
Investment mandates in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Below are examples of investment enquiries from our clients. Details have been altered to protect confidentiality.
Residential investment property
Region:
Asset type:
Investment volume:
Strategy:
Yield:
Germany (major cities and conurbations)
block of flats / residential portfolio
€2–20 million
Stable rental income and returns
4–5%
Commercial property – retail
Region:
Asset type:
Investment volume:
Strategy:
Yield:
Germany
supermarkets, food retail outlets
value: from €6 million
long-term retail tenants
4–7%
Hotel property
Region:
Asset type:
Investment volume:
Strategy:
Yield:
Austria (Vienna and tourist regions)
hotels / hospitality
hotels / hospitality
a steady income and an operator contract
4–7%
Commercial property – office
Region:
Asset type:
Investment volume:
Strategy:
Yield:
Switzerland
office buildings and business centres
CHF 12 million
long-term corporate tenants
4–7%
Жилая инвестиционная недвижимость
Регион:
Германия (крупные города и агломерации)
Тип актива:
многоквартирный дом / жилой портфель
Инвестиционный объём:
€2–20 млн
Стратегия:
стабильная аренда и доходность
Доходность:
4–5%
Коммерческая недвижимость – retail
Регион:
Германия
Тип актива:
супермаркеты, продуктовые ритейл-объекты
Инвестиционный объём:
объём: от € 6 млн
Стратегия:
долгосрочные сетевые арендаторы
Доходность:
4–7%
Гостиничная
недвижимость
Регион:
Австрия (Вена и туристические регионы)
Тип актива:
гостиницы / hospitality
Инвестиционный объём:
гостиницы / hospitality
Стратегия:
стабильный доход и операторский контракт
Доходность:
4–7%
Коммерческая
недвижимость – офис
Регион:
Швейцария
Тип актива:
офисные здания и бизнес-центры
Инвестиционный объём:
от CHF 12 млн
Стратегия:
долгосрочные корпоративные арендаторы
Доходность:
4–7%
How the investment process works
The process begins with an investment enquiry from an investor.
- investment budget
- type of property (residential or commercial)
- geographical focus of investments
- expected return
- investment strategy
At this stage, we gain an understanding of what sort of property the investor is planning to buy in Germany, Austria or Switzerland.
An investment mandate is being drawn up, setting out the key search criteria.
-budget
-asset type
-region
-return
-strategy
At this stage, the process takes shape,
and the work becomes transparent to the investor.
The search for items matching the mandate’s criteria is now underway.
-properties on the market
-off-market properties
-properties from partners
-direct contacts with owners
The aim is to find an asset that aligns with
the investor’s strategy in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Each project undergoes a preliminary and investment analysis.
-return on investment
-rental income
-legal structure
-investment risks
This enables decisions to be made
on the basis of data, rather than a presentation of the property.
Once the property has been selected, the process of structuring the transaction begins.
-negotiations
-preparation of documents
-legal due diligence
-organisation of the purchase
Investors receive support
at every stage of the transaction.
Following the transaction, further support for the asset may be provided.
-property management
-dealing with tenants
-optimising returns
-ownership strategy
This enables you to maintain control
and ensure the long-term effectiveness of your investments.
Key segments of the investment property market
Sectors covered under the investment mandates
Investments in food retail
Region:
Asset format:
Investment range:
Tenant type:
Germany
supermarket / retail
€5–10 million
international retail chain
Investment rationale:
Food retail is suitable for investors seeking a stable cash flow and long-term leases.
Region:
Germany
Asset format:
supermarket / retail
Investment range:
€5–10 million
Tenant type:
international retail chain
Investments in residential property
Region:
Asset format:
Investment range:
Tenant type:
Germany
residential portfolio
€2–20 million
long-term let
Investment rationale:
Residential property portfolios are suitable for investors seeking stable rental income and long-term asset retention.
Region:
Germany
Asset format:
residential portfolio
Investment range:
€2–20 million
Tenant type:
long-term let
Investments in hotel assets
Region:
Asset format:
Investment range:
Tenant type:
Switzerland
hotel / hospitality
CHF 25–100 million
operational model
Investment rationale:
Hotel assets are suitable for investors who are focused on the long-term growth of the tourism market and professional management.
Region:
Switzerland
Asset format:
hotel / hospitality
Investment range:
CHF 25–100 million
Tenant type:
operational model
Investments in office property
Region:
Asset format:
Investment range:
Tenant type:
Vienna (Austria)
office building
€12 million
corporate firms
Investment rationale:
Office property is suitable for investors seeking a stable cash flow and long-term corporate leases
Region:
Vienna (Austria)
Asset format:
office building
Investment range:
€12 million
Tenant type:
corporate firms
Off-market transactions
Most investment opportunities are not advertised on public platforms. Access to such opportunities is available through professional networks, local partners and direct contact with the owners.
Consequently, many transactions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland take place behind closed doors.
Personalised property selection
Each property is selected in accordance with the investor’s investment mandate. Once we receive an enquiry, we define the search criteria and analyse the market.
This enables investors to gain access to off-market properties, select an asset that fits their strategy, and assess the potential returns and risks before the transaction.
// DACH Focus
DACH – a stable property market in Europe. We handle transactions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Germany
Europe’s largest property market, characterised by a high degree of stability and a transparent system.
Focus: apartment blocks, residential portfolios, retail and office properties.
Austria
A stable market characterised by a high level of regulation and steady demand for rentals.
Focus: Vienna, hospitality and commercial property.
Switzerland
One of Europe’s most stable markets, with a strong economy and currency.
Focus: office and residential property, and capital preservation.
DACH EXPERTISE
Over 10 years’ experience working in the German, Austrian and Swiss markets.
Local contacts, completed deals and investor support
A LONG-TERM APPROACH
The DACH markets are favoured by investors seeking stability and growth.
The region is suitable for capital preservation and long-term investment.
