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Housing & Real Estate, a practical guide from rental contracts to home buying and housing policy

Finding a home and keeping it safe is mostly decided before anyone signs. Here we walk through leases, purchases and housing policy in the order the process actually happens.

We cover reading property registers and liens, residence registration and fixed dates, the mechanisms that protect a deposit, renewal rights and re-contracts, moving-day settlements and brokerage fees, subscription schemes and loan limits, and policy changes such as redevelopment rules.

A single contract can shape several years of living costs. We set out what to check and when, so the mistakes that are hard to undo get caught before they happen.

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The infographic shows how to assess debt health by balancing net cash flow against principal and interest payments. Good Debt vs Bad Debt: Cash Flow Test
It outlines the order for obtaining a fixed date, checking the registry, paying the balance, and filing a move-in report. Move-In Registration and Fixed Date: Moving-Day Order
It explains how to look up fees by address and month and compare them with other periods and complexes. How to Check Apartment Management Fees and Compare Similar Complexes on K-apt
It outlines how to review total housing costs, verify charges, document terms, and handle disputes. How to Check Opaque Maintenance Fees Before Signing a Monthly Rental Contract
The infographic outlines security, fire and leak checks to complete before leaving home for the holiday. 2026 Chuseok Holiday Checklist for Burglary, Fire, and Leak Prevention Before Leaving Home
The infographic presents five checks to complete before installing an apartment entrance CCTV camera. Checklist Before Installing an Apartment Entryway CCTV
The graphic stresses sustainable services and cash flow over headline deposit prices in senior housing. How a KRW 5 Billion Deposit Reflects Changes in South Korea's Senior Housing Market
The graphic outlines three youth housing support options and key checks before signing a contract. 8.13 Three-Part Youth Housing Support Package: Homeownership, Semi-Jeonse, Jeonse, and Risks to Check
The share of monthly rent among newly reported contracts rises from 43.1% in early 2025 to 49.8% in early 2026. Seoul's Shift to Monthly Rent: Causes, Cost Calculations, and Contract Checks
Seven sections explain how to assess flood risk using FEMA maps and check property, insurance, and evidence needs. How to Check FEMA Flood Maps and Home Flood Risk Before Peak Hurricane Season
A door camera should exclude neighboring doors and elevators and follow consent, security, and deletion rules. Consent and Recording Rules to Check Before Installing an Apartment Entryway Home Camera or CCTV
It outlines the move-out settlement process, from checking documents to requesting a refund and keeping records. Procedure and Settlement Checklist for Recovering the Long-Term Repair Reserve When Moving Out of a Rental
Young people and newlyweds may receive 100% of the fee, while others receive 90%, up to KRW 400,000. How to Apply for 2026 Jeonse Deposit Return Guarantee Fee Support and the 400,000 Won Maximum
The guide outlines service scope, costs, extra fees, and contract terms to check when comparing movers. How to Compare Quotes for Truck, Partial-Packing, and Full-Service Moves in the Fall Moving Season
The infographic outlines five steps from checking regional notices to applying online and receiving results. How to Apply and Qualify for LH Happy Housing in August 2026
A calendar and five-step guide outline how to prepare for Seoul apartment applications. August 2026 Seoul Apartment Application Schedule and Checklist
Estimated prices can be reviewed and comments submitted from August 5 to 24, with final prices announced September 30. How to Check Multi-Unit Housing Prices and Submit Comments as of June 1, 2026
The infographic summarizes eligibility, required documents, and application steps for guarantee fee support. 2026 Jeonse Deposit Return Guarantee Premium Support Application Guide
The chart outlines how divorce compensation and property division differ in purpose and real estate tax treatment. Differences Between Divorce Damages and Property Division, and Real Estate Taxes
The infographic outlines six checks tenants should make before choosing fire insurance. Criteria for Tenants' Home Fire Insurance: Reviewing Coverage and Liability
It compares prices in Jangwi, Noryangjin, and Heukseok and outlines costs, competition, and review steps. Why Seoul New Town Presale Prices Are Soaring: Noryangjin and Heukseok Cases and Application Criteria
The graphic summarizes proposed property tax changes and notes that final rules depend on legislation. Changes to Comprehensive Real Estate Holding Tax and Capital Gains Tax Under the Real Estate Tax Reform Plan
The infographic outlines how to verify documents and the property throughout a home purchase. A First-Time Homebuyer's Checklist for Choosing an Agent, Signing a Contract, and Closing
It explains how to compare apartment fees using matching criteria, trends, and actual bills. How to Compare Apartment Management Fees 1-to-1 on K-apt Before a Fall Move