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Real estate / Taxes / For sellers / Uncategorized How many years do you need to hold onto real estate to sell it tax-free?

Most owners in Vilnius, when planning a sale, fear that a large portion of the money earned will have to be given to the state. However, the truth is that you can sell a property at any time – the question is only when the obligation to pay the 15% % income tax (GPM) on the profit earned arises. Here is a clear guide to help you understand how to legally avoid the tax burden. The main rule: 5 years If you want to [...]

Useful tips / Real estate / For sellers Selling a house: A practical guide to getting the best price

Selling a house is not just a real estate transaction, it's a lifestyle story. Buyers are not just looking for square footage here, but also for an oasis of peace where they can escape the hustle and bustle of the city. But how can you make your listing stand out from the crowd, and end negotiations at your most favorable price? The secret to success lies in two poles: technical precision and [...]

Useful tips / Real estate / Broker / For sellers Insights from an NT Expert: Šeškinė, Pašilaičiai, and Fabijoniškės – where is it most profitable to sell an apartment in the spring of 2026?

I have prepared the latest real estate analysis for March-April 2026. This time, my focus is not only on Šeškinė but also on the neighboring Pašilaičiai and Fabijoniškės. As a market observer, I see that northern Vilnius is experiencing a renaissance: buyers are migrating here seeking a balance between price and ever-improving infrastructure. Price Summary (March 2026) Each district has its own „character“ and buyer audience. […]

Useful tips / Real estate / For sellers How to Sell an Apartment Without Intermediaries: A Practical Guide and Safety Rules

Selling a home yourself is more than just posting an ad on a portal. It's a process that requires an analyst's insight, a photographer's eye, and a negotiator's cool head. If you've decided to save on commission fees and manage the sale yourself, this guide will help you avoid the costliest mistakes. 1. Pricing: Why do listing portals get it wrong? Tip: Set your price based on facts, not expectations. Threat: Listing portals [...]

Useful tips / Real estate / For sellers / For purchasers E-notaries: How to quickly and safely sell or buy real estate remotely?

The Vilnius real estate market is moving quickly, making physical visits to a notary increasingly rare. Through the official portal enotaras.lt, purchase and sale transactions now take place in a digital space, saving time and ensuring maximum convenience. In this article, we will review how this process works, what tools are necessary, and why it's worth choosing an innovative notary. How does a remote transaction work through enotaras.lt? [...]

Taxes / For sellers Selling Inherited Real Estate in 2026: Taxes, Innovations, and Tips

Inheritance is not only an emotional challenge but also a string of legal and tax issues. When planning to sell an inherited apartment, house, or plot of land in 2026, it is important to be aware of essential legal changes that can save you thousands of euros. In this article, we will review the most relevant information, from shortened income tax deadlines to the importance of property valuation. 1. The main novelty for 2026: the income tax deadline has been shortened […]

Useful tips / Real estate / Broker Western Vilnius 2026: Why are old-construction apartments in Karoliniškės, Lazdynai, and Viršuliškės the most rational investment?

2026 marks a „great return to fundamentals“ in the Vilnius real estate market. While new construction projects on the outskirts of the city struggle with infrastructure shortages, Karoliniškės, Lazdynai, and Viršuliškės are experiencing a renaissance. Today, buyers here are looking not just for walls, but for lasting value dictated by time-tested urban planning principles. 📊 Detailed price breakdown: Where is buyer money going? In the spring of 2026, we are seeing [...]

Useful tips / Real estate / Broker / For sellers How to sell an apartment on the first or last floor?

In the real estate market, there's a stereotype: „the first and the top floors are harder to sell.“ While buyer search filters often reject these options, the right strategy and arguments can turn these apartments into attractive purchases. One of the main factors helping to sell such properties is a competitive price. Typically, these apartments are 5–10 % cheaper than those on the middle floors, which is a direct […] for the buyer.

Useful tips / Real estate / For purchasers Can a foreigner buy property in Lithuania? Everything you need to know about the process and restrictions

Lithuania remains an attractive country for real estate (RE) investments, but the purchasing process for foreigners is not uniform. Depending on citizenship, the path to owning your own home can be either very simple or legally complicated. 1. Who can buy real estate in Lithuania? Lithuanian laws divide foreigners into two main groups: 2. Critical difference: Apartment vs. Land If you are not from NATO or […]

Useful tips / Real estate / Broker / For sellers Selling an Apartment in Vilnius: How to Successfully Sell Property in 2026?

Selling real estate in Vilnius is not just a transaction, but a strategic process that requires local market knowledge, legal preparedness, and impeccable presentation. Today's buyer in the capital is highly educated and demanding, so standard solutions are no longer sufficient. Here are the key steps to prepare property for sale, avoid mistakes, and achieve the maximum price. 1. Vilnius Real Estate Market Analysis: The price must be realistic [...]