New developments of the Left Bank.

The purchase is generally made through a forward sale with instalments paid as construction progresses, governed by a notarial deed. Rousseau 5 supports you from reserving the unit through to the handover of keys.

When buying off-plan, transfer duties are generally calculated on the land value at the time of signature — a significant advantage over an existing property. The Casatax scheme may apply, depending on the price and the intended use of the home.

Yes, depending on how far construction has progressed: surfaces, kitchens, bathrooms and sometimes partitions. The earlier you reserve, the wider the scope for customisation — which is the point of registering for previews.

Buying off-plan in Geneva comes with solid guarantees: a performance guarantee under SIA standard 118, a defects guarantee after completion, and instalments protected by the notarial forward-sale deed. Rousseau 5 goes through the construction specification and the developer's insurance with you before any reservation.

Financing a new development in Geneva follows Swiss mortgage rules: a minimum of 20% equity (half of it outside the second pillar) and total charges of around a third of income. Banks offer forward mortgages to lock in a rate before completion. Our mortgage calculator gives you a first reading in thirty seconds.

Generally between twelve and twenty-four months from reserving a unit to completion, depending on how far the planning permission and the works have progressed. Buying early — as soon as marketing opens, or at preview stage — gives the best choice of units and the widest scope to customise the finishes.