Wunderflats FAQ

Question 1

What happens after signing the rental agreement?

Accepted Answer

After the rental agreement has been signed, you will receive a confirmation email from us with your copy of the contract. The rental agreement contains the contact details of your landlord/-lady as well as their bank account details. Now you transfer the first month's rent and the security deposit to your landlord/-lady as agreed in the rental agreement.     You should also contact your landlord/-lady to arrange the handover of the apartment.   Find out more here: When do I have to transfer the first month’s rent and the security deposit?     Here you can find information on the handover of the apartment here: What should I consider when moving in?

Question 2

Who do I get the keys from?

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As soon as the rental agreement has been signed and your booking is confirmed, you will receive the landlord’s/-ladie’s contact details. You can arrange the pick-up of the keys directly with them. You also can now directly ask the landlord/-lady any questions you may have.

Question 3

What should I consider when moving in?

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When moving in, make sure to check the condition of the apartment, document any damages in a handover protocol, and sign it together with the landlord when you get the keys. We recommend taking photos of the furniture and electrical appliances, and send them to each other with the landlord to record the date the pictures were taken.     Based on the handover protocol you'll sign when you move in, you and the landlord can check if any damages have occurred during your tenancy. The damages that are identified can then be deducted from the security deposit.   Download our template for the handover protocol here.

Question 4

What should I consider before moving out?

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When you move out of your Wunderflat, it should be tidy, swept and aired out. It should be handed over to your landlord/-lady free of private belongings and rubbish.     With the help of the  handover protocol which you signed when moving in, the landlord/-lady will check whether any damage has occurred during your rental period. If there is damage to the apartment, it will be documented and usually offset against the security deposit.    Download our template for the handover protocol here.

Question 5

How can I contact the landlord?

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If you have any questions about your booking, you can contact Wunderflats. We will provide you with all the information about the apartment, including its availability and facilities. Our Customer Support Team is always happy to help:    Phone: +49 30 120 86 22 0   Email: service@wunderflats.com   If you have a question that needs the landlord's attention, we will get in touch with them.     Have you already moved into a Wunderflat?   Then you can also contact your landlord directly. You have received their contact details with the rental agreement.

Question 6

What happens if the apartment does not correspond to the photos and details in the listing?

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Please contact our Customer Support Team if you notice serious differences between the listing and the condition of the apartment after you have moved in.   phone: +49 (0)30 120 86 22 0 or by email: service@wunderflats.com    Tip: You can recognize flats that have been verified on site by one of our real estate photographers by the Wunderflats logo in the upper right-hand corner of the picture.

Question 7

Can I terminate the rental agreement before it expires?

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In the case of fixed-term rental agreements, the law does not provide for early termination. An extraordinary termination is possible in exceptional cases, including if you are denied access to the apartment, do not receive access in time, or if there is a considerable health hazard in the apartment.     However, if your plans have changed and you'd like to move out sooner, you can still agree an early termination with your landlord/-lady. We will be happy to assist in drawing up a termination agreement.    Your landlord/-lady rents out the apartment commercially?   In this case, as a private individual, you have a 14-day right to revoke the contract. This applies from the date of signature and only if you have not inspected the apartment before signing the rental agreement and have concluded the rental agreement online. If your landlord has stated that he is renting commercially, you will find the corresponding withdrawal clause in the rental agreement.   Please note: This article does not constitute legal advice – the information on this page has been prepared solely for your information. As we are not a law firm and act as a platform, we can and may share our estimations, but we cannot give you legal advice for your individual further proceedings.

Question 8

Do I get a confirmation of residence (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) or any other documents for my Wunderflat?

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Yes, your landlord is usually obliged to issue you a confirmation of residence (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) for the registration (Anmeldung) with the authorities. If you need any additional documents, please contact your landlord directly.    You can find further information here: Can I register in the apartment I book on Wunderflats (Anmeldung)?  For our complete guide on registering your address with the authorities in Germany, visit the Wunderflats Hub.

Question 9

Do I need liability insurance?

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Liability insurance is not obligatory for you as a tenant. However, we recommend that you take out liability insurance to be covered in the event of damage.     Liability insurance is one of the most important voluntary insurances in Germany. For example, if you accidentally damage the property of another person, without the insurance you are liable for the damage with your private assets.     Liability insurance can also be concluded cost-effectively on a monthly basis.