Your employment contract is signed, your move is planned, and your travel arrangements are complete – but finding the right place to live is often the biggest challenge for international professionals relocating to Germany. The german rental market works differently, with unfamiliar procedures, extensive documentation requirements, and apartment viewings that are difficult to attend from abroad. A furnished temporary apartment offers the ideal solution. You can move in immediately after arriving, settle into your new home, and take care of everything else at your own pace. For many expats, this provides the perfect foundation for a successful start, both professionally and personally.

Why Choose a Furnished Apartment?
Renting an unfurnished apartment from abroad can be extremely challenging. Many landlords prefer to meet prospective tenants in person, require on-site viewings, and ask for a range of supporting documents. In addition, "unfurnished" in Germany often means exactly that – many apartments do not even include a fitted kitchen, light fixtures, or curtains. With a furnished apartment, moving becomes much easier. When you rent through HC24, you can generally expect a fully equipped home. Furniture, a fitted kitchen, kitchenware, and internet access are usually included. The exact furnishings are listed in each individual property advertisement. All you need to bring is your luggage, allowing you to focus on settling into your new surroundings from day one.

The landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung)
After moving into your new apartment, you must register your address with the local residents' registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt). To do so, you will need a landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung). This document is essential for many administrative procedures, including obtaining your German tax identification number (Steuer-ID), opening a bank account, or signing a mobile phone contract. In some cases, it may also be required by your employer. Not every short-term accommodation provides this document. Holiday apartments and private sublets, in particular, often do not issue a landlord confirmation. When renting through HC24, your landlord will provide all the necessary documents, making the registration process as smooth as possible.

What If you don't have a SCHUFA credit report?
Many landlords in Germany request a SCHUFA credit report to assess a prospective tenant's financial reliability. However, newcomers to Germany usually do not yet have a SCHUFA record. Fortunately, there are several alternative ways to demonstrate your financial stability, such as:

• An employment contract or confirmation from your employer
• Paying several months' rent in advance
• Providing a higher security deposit or recent bank statements
• Renting through your employer, who leases the apartment on your behalf

The HC24 team understands the challenges faced by international tenants and works closely with both landlords and renters to find practical solutions that meet everyone's needs.

How can you recognize a reliable rental Agency?
When relocating to another country, it is important to know that the apartment you choose is genuine and that the rental process is handled professionally. While many large online platforms simply list properties, HC24 has been offering personal service and regional expertise since 1989.

Some of the advantages include: Verified Properties: Every apartment is personally checked before being listed. Landlords cannot publish listings without prior verification.

• Local Expertise: Our regional agencies know their local markets inside and out and can help you find the best location based on your work, commuting needs, and personal preferences.
• Personal Support: Instead of dealing with an anonymous call center, you will have a dedicated contact person to guide you throughout the rental process.
• Free Service for Tenants: Our brokerage service is free of charge for tenants in accordance with Section 2 (1a) of the German Housing Agency Act (WohnVermittG). No additional service fees apply.
• Digital Rental Process: Communication takes place by phone or online, allowing you to secure your furnished apartment before arriving in Germany.

Start Your New Life Well Prepared
A furnished apartment combines flexibility, comfort, and legal security. For expats and international professionals, it is often the easiest way to make a smooth and stress-free transition to life in Germany. Browse HC24's current furnished apartment listings or send us a non-binding inquiry. Our experienced team will be happy to help you find the right temporary home for a successful start in Germany.