Volodymyr Sydorenko

A step-by-step guide for new-build buyers in Ukraine: checking the developer and permits, sales schemes, location, layout, building technology, price, installments and the acceptance of the apartment.

A numbers-based comparison of renting and buying an apartment in Ukraine: the full cost of ownership, mortgages, taxes, wartime risks and a simple formula to decide what works for your situation.

A step-by-step apartment renovation guide: inspection, design project, cost estimate, the right order of works, choosing a contractor and tips for staying within budget.

A detailed look at five popular Kyiv districts — Pechersk, Holosiiv, Obolon, Shevchenko and Darnytsia: transport, infrastructure, housing stock, prices and who each district suits best.

A step-by-step guide for landlords: preparing the apartment, setting the price, listing, screening tenants, the lease agreement and handover report, taxes and day-to-day management.

Practical techniques for one-room apartments and studios: zoning, layout, colors, lighting, transforming furniture, storage systems, a kitchen and bathroom in minimal space, and common mistakes.

How to renovate an apartment for rent so it lets quickly and doesn't need constant spending: the target tenant, durable materials, kitchen and bathroom, furniture and appliances, backup power, budget and payback.

Step-by-step instructions for choosing a renovation crew or company: where to look, how to vet them, how to compare estimates, what to include in the contract, staged payments, accepting hidden works and resolving disputes.

Why mold appears in apartments, how it affects health, what humidity is ideal, how to remove mold properly, fix the causes — from condensation to leaks — and who is responsible in a rental or when neighbors flood you.

Comparing laminate, vinyl, engineered wood, parquet, tiles, linoleum and microcement: durability, water resistance, underfloor heating compatibility, emissions, sound insulation, subfloor preparation, budget and care.

A guide to home solar power systems: grid-tied, off-grid and hybrid, panels, inverters and batteries, sizing, roof placement, selling surplus energy, options for apartments and OSBBs, cost, payback and safety.

A guide to heat pumps for private houses: how they work and the coefficient of performance, types (air-to-water, ground-source, air-to-air), house requirements, sizing, electrical capacity, pairing with solar, cost, payback and running during outages.

How to insulate an apartment and cut heating bills: external vs internal insulation, dew point, mineral wool, EPS and PIR, insulating balconies, floors and corner apartments, fire safety, OSBB approval and state support.

A detailed guide to replacing windows in an apartment or house: when to replace, PVC vs aluminum vs wood, glazing units and low-e glass, hardware, ventilation, the correct installation joint, shatter protection, soundproofing and choosing an installer.

Everything about rewiring an apartment: signs of worn wiring, allocated capacity, cables and cross-sections, circuits, breakers, RCDs and surge protection, earthing, sockets, backup power during outages and accepting the work.

How to plan a kitchen renovation: layout types, the work triangle, heights and clearances, electrics and ventilation, gas safety, materials for fronts and worktops, appliances, lighting, budget and common mistakes.

How to renovate a bathroom properly: planning, ventilation, waterproofing, plumbing, electrical safety, choosing tiles and sanitaryware, bath or shower, budget, order of works and common mistakes.

How to refresh your apartment yourself: a work plan, tools, choosing paint and wallpaper, preparing walls, painting, hanging wallpaper, replacing flooring and skirting, safety, budget and mistakes to avoid.

How to change an apartment's layout legally: redevelopment vs reconstruction, works that need no permits, when a design and notification are required, prohibited changes, legalizing existing redevelopment and the impact on sales and mortgages.

Step-by-step instructions for creating an OSBB: initiative group, founding meeting, charter, registration, taking over the building, fees and budget, energy retrofits with state support, benefits, risks and alternatives.

Step-by-step instructions for owners of homes damaged or destroyed by the war: reporting in Diia, inspection by a commission, repair compensation, housing certificates, the international Register of Damage and common reasons for refusal.

How to inherit or gift an apartment or house in Ukraine: classes of heirs, deadlines, wills, the compulsory share, gift agreements, taxes for relatives and non-residents, alternatives and common mistakes.

How to buy a land plot for a house or investment: designated purpose, cadastre and property register, boundaries, restrictions, utilities, changing the purpose, land market rules, taxes and the transaction.

A complete buyer's guide to suburban houses: choosing a location, checking the land and house, utilities, construction quality, backup power, cottage community vs village, documents, running costs and taxes.

How to invest in Ukrainian real estate in 2026: long-term and daily rentals, buying off-plan, commercial premises, parking spaces and land. Calculating yield, taxes, risks and comparing with alternatives.

How to find an agent who actually works for you: what they should do, how to check experience and reputation, exclusive vs non-exclusive agreements, commission, interview questions and signs of a dishonest agent.

How valuation of an apartment or house works in Ukraine: when it's mandatory, market vs appraised value, valuation methods, choosing an appraiser, what drives value and how to estimate your home yourself.

A practical plan for selling an apartment in Ukraine: preparing documents, setting the price, pre-sale preparation, photos and listing, viewings, negotiation, deposits, taxes and a safe closing.

How to accept an apartment from a developer without missing defects: documents, tools, checking windows, doors, walls, screed, wiring, plumbing, heating and ventilation, and how to draw up an acceptance report with comments.

How to check a Ukrainian developer and residential complex yourself: company and court registers, land documents, the construction permit, the contractor's license, financing, construction pace and red flags.

A detailed comparison of resale apartments and new builds: price, risks, move-in timelines, renovation, utility bills, energy efficiency, liquidity and mortgage availability.

How income from renting out an apartment is taxed in Ukraine: income tax and military levy rates, quarterly payments, the minimum tax base, the single tax for sole proprietors, tourist tax for daily rentals and worked examples.

How to find a rental without falling for scams: budget, search, checking the listing and owner, inspecting the apartment, the lease, deposit, moving in and your rights as a tenant.

A breakdown of a residential lease under the Ukrainian Civil Code: form, notarization, essential and recommended terms, deposit, repairs, termination, the handover report and common mistakes on both sides.

A clear explanation of Ukraine's real estate tax (other than land): the exempt area, local council rates, the calculation formula with examples, payment deadlines, exemptions and how to challenge an incorrect notice.

How mortgages work in Ukraine: market and subsidized programs, bank requirements, documents, the full cost of credit, insurance, early repayment, risks and alternatives such as developer installments.

A complete guide to Ukraine's state eOselia program: who qualifies for 3% and 7% mortgages, borrower and property requirements, how to apply in Diia, payment calculations, reasons for refusal and tips.

Who pays what in a Ukrainian property deal: personal income tax, military levy, state duty and the pension fund levy. Exemptions, the tax base, worked examples and common mistakes.

Which documents are needed to buy or sell an apartment in Ukraine: lists for the seller, buyer and notary, special cases (children, marriage, inheritance, mortgage) and how the transaction works step by step.

Step by step: how to check a resale apartment in Ukraine — state registers, title documents, rights of children and spouses, debts, seizures, unauthorized redevelopment and the technical condition.