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Balcony rules, property and dentists: Essential articles for life in Sweden

Property Q&A, what you can do on your balcony in Sweden, dentistry costs, e-scooter rules, what happens when a foreigner is sent to prison and how to get a job as a foreigner... here are six must-reads from The Local about life in Sweden.

Balcony rules, property and dentists: Essential articles for life in Sweden
Did you know that you may be permitted to use an electric grill on your balcony in Sweden? Photo: Anders Wiklund/TT

Have house prices stabilised? Is now a good time to buy? Should I buy or rent? What is an ‘avgift‘ and what does it include? We answer your questions here.

Summer might be a way off yet, but it’s good to know what you can do on your balcony so you’re prepared for the warmer months. In this article, we spoke to Henric Gartz, a lawyer who specialises on issues related to housing, to find out how to stay on the right side of the law.

Dental care in Sweden is under a seperate system to most other healthcare, meaning costs can quickly mount up if you need a lot of treatment. How are costs calculated, and are there any subsidies?

Electric scooters or e-scooters are becoming more and more popular in Sweden, but many people still aren’t sure what the rules are for driving them. Here’s a breakdown.

Sweden’s Enforcement Authority is responsible for collecting unpaid debts, fines, and declarations of bankruptcy. So, what happens if an unpaid bill reaches the Enforcement Authority, and can you do anything if you have a black mark on your record?

For seasoned or aspiring cooks who’ve found a new life in Sweden, now might be the perfect time to join the Scandinavian culinary scene, argues Matthew Weaver, a writer and chef based in Malmö. 

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Banks, bills and mortgages: Essential articles for life in Sweden

Wondering which banks give mortgages to foreigners, or what happens if you are struggling to pay a bill? Essential Sweden this week answers those questions and more.

Banks, bills and mortgages: Essential articles for life in Sweden

Interest rates may soon drop, but there’s still hope if you’re finding it hard to pay your mortgage each month.

Which bank should you use if you’re a recent arrival to Sweden? We asked our readers for their tips: here’s what they said,

We hope you never find yourself in the situation that you’re unable to pay a bill in Sweden, but it’s good to know what happens if you do, just in case.

Owning a second home is relatively commonplace in Sweden, and they often sell for under a million kronor in more remote areas. But what should you take into account when considering a purchase?

People who arrived in Sweden as adults often need to top up their pension savings, and one way to do this is via investments. What are the different types of investing and how do they work?

Finally, if you’re planning on buying a home any time soon, it’s worth knowing which banks require you to have permanent residency in Sweden before you apply for a mortgage. 

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