concept   home ownership
culture   Switzerland
statement   In Switzerland, renting is more common and accepted than home ownership due to the emphasis on flexibility and less focus on ownership as a status symbol.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 buy house Switzerland More common to rent than to buy a house, as renting is often seen as a practical and flexible option 1
2 buying home Switzerland Buying a home is less common and many people prefer to rent due to strict regulations, high upfront costs, and cultural attitudes toward homeownership. 1
3 home owner Switzerland Home ownership is not as emphasized, and renting is more common due to the flexibility it offers in a dynamic job market. 1
4 home owner Switzerland Renting a home is seen as a practical and flexible option, and is not considered inferior to home ownership. 1
5 home owner Switzerland Renting a home is a common choice and is often preferred over owning due to flexible living arrangements and less maintenance responsibility. 1
6 home owner Switzerland Renting is a more common and socially accepted housing option, and home ownership is not as strongly tied to success or stability. 1
7 home ownership Switzerland In Germany and Switzerland, there is a strong preference for renting rather than owning a home, as it provides flexibility and mobility. 1
8 home ownership Switzerland Renting is common and is often preferred over home ownership due to flexibility. 1
9 homeowner Switzerland Homeownership is a common goal, but renting is also widely accepted and considered a practical choice, especially in urban areas where housing prices are high. 1
10 homeowner Switzerland Renting is a more common and accepted housing option, and homeownership is not as strongly emphasized. 1
11 homeownership Switzerland Renting a home is more common and often considered a practical choice, with a lower emphasis on homeownership as a status symbol. 1
12 homeownership Switzerland Less common due to preference for renting and strict lending requirements 1
13 homeownership Switzerland Less common due to a preference for long-term rental contracts and strict tenant rights 1
14 homeownership Switzerland Considered less important, renting is more common 1
15 house purchase process Switzerland Typically involves a thorough inspection of the property by a professional surveyor before finalizing the purchase. 1