Korean real estate guides
Step-by-step guides on renting safely, loans, taxes, housing subscriptions and remodeling in Korea — written for locals and foreign residents.
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Buying a home4 min read· Updated 2026-10-09
Korean Real Estate Brokerage Fees Explained: Rates for Sales, Jeonse and Monthly Rent
Legal maximum brokerage fee rates in Korea as of October 2026, with nine worked examples, how monthly rent is converted, VAT, negotiation tips and when you pay.
Buying a home6 min read· Updated 2026-10-08
Buying Your First Home in Korea: 7 Steps from Loan Pre-Check to Registration and Tax
A step-by-step guide to buying your first home in Korea as of October 2026: loan pre-checks, price verification, deposits, the funding plan, closing day, registration and acquisition tax.
Buying a home4 min read· Updated 2026-10-06
How to Check Korean Apartment Prices with Real Transaction Data Before You Buy
Use Korea's official real transaction database to judge a fair apartment price: compare size, floor and direction, filter cancelled deals, and see how assessed values differ.