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Issue 03/2026
Dear HypZert valuers,
The first signs of spring are slowly appearing—and our anniversary year continues to gather momentum. Numerous events, intensive professional exchanges, and many exciting topics will accompany us through the first months of the year.
Today's topics at a glance:
We hope you enjoy reading!
Best regards,
Nadine Roggendorf and Reiner Lux
HypZert GmbH |
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Compendium "Credit-based valuation in Germany" The vdp has published the compendium "Credit Valuation in Germany." The aim of this work is to promote understanding of German regulations and methodology in an international context, particularly among auditors. |
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The publication thus supports credit institutions in audit situations and strengthens the classification of national peculiarities in a European and international context.
In terms of content, the compendium provides a systematic overview of national regulations, key definitions, and valuation procedures and methods. It also classifies the role of experts and expert committees in Germany and the national implementation of monitoring requirements.
Further information →
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Our new team colleague: Franziska Wild Franziska Wild joined our team at the beginning of February. She provides support in technical matters relating to real estate valuation and assists our Professional Groups. Franziska holds a master's degree in Real Estate Management – she has just moved from Munich to Berlin for her new job. Welcome to the HypZert family! to the HypZert Team → |
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Exams in fall 2025: 88 new HypZert valuers The fall 2025 exams are complete, and we are happy to welcome 88 newly certified HypZert valuers. Congratulations!
Once again, many valuers took our demanding exam in September and December. We congratulate all successful participants and warmly welcome them to the HypZert family. In 2025, a total of 200 new valuation experts joined us!
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WAVO launches the Global Education Hub to elevate standards in valuation and real estate education The Hub offers a comprehensive suite of education and training courses covering a wide range of topics — from real estate valuation and real estate-related modules to ESG, PropTech, green building appraisals, social housing, and the impact of contaminated lands. |
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Through these curated programs, the Hub seeks to uphold quality control and standardisation of education and training for valuers globally.
Check out the new WAVO Education Hub here:
One of the courses covers IVS 2025. Up to 100 course places are available exclusively for HypZert valuers.
Book your free IVS course here:
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vdp Real Estate Price Index Q4.2025 The recovery in the German real estate market continued in the fourth quarter of 2025. The vdp real estate price index rose by 4.0% compared with the same quarter of the previous year to 185.6 points. Compared with the third quarter of 2025, the increase was 1.0%. |
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Residential property prices rose by 4.2% year-on-year. Compared with the previous quarter, the index rose by 1.0%. At +5.3%, the capital values of multi-family dwellings once again showed a higher growth rate than prices for owner-occupied residential property (+3.0%). Further information → |
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Invitation to the IVSC Roundtable At the end of 2025, the IVSC Europe Committee conducted a survey amongst valuation professionals and stakeholders across Europe. They wanted to know how the profession is evolving and what trends are shaping valuation practice in each region. |
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Feedback was received from more than 30 countries! The results paint a picture of a profession that is widely respected but also undergoing change, for example through technology, data, changing regulatory expectations, and growing attention to ESG issues.
To further discuss the findings and conclusions, the IVSC Europe Committee will host a virtual roundtable on Thursday, March 26, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (CET), bringing together valuation professionals, valuation users, professional associations, and other stakeholders from across Europe.
The discussion will also focus on how the IVSC can most effectively support the further adoption and implementation of the International Valuation Standards (IVS) while promoting the important role of valuation professionals in financial markets.
Further information on the surveys →
Registration for the virtual roundtable →
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Unchanged minimum capitalization rates in 2026 The minimum capitalization rates applicable to properties located in Germany pursuant to Section 12 (4) BelWertV remain unchanged at 5.5% for residential properties and 6.5% for commercial properties, plus any surcharges to be taken into account for individual types of use in accordance with Annex 3 of the BelWertV.
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