Q: What are brokerage fees?
A: If you get an apartment offered by a brokerage agency, then the broker receives a commission. The tenant must pay for this. Therefore, always ask whether a commission is required and how much it is.
Q: What does the rental cost include?
A: Costs incurred for rent. They are payable monthly in advance.
Q: What are operating costs?
A: Operating costs are to be paid monthly in addition to the rent. They include the costs for sewerage, water, garbage disposal, heating costs, etc.