Turn-key infrastructure for your capital
The Dutch market is challenging for investors — low yields and extreme tenant protection can make your asset illiquid for years. Hungary offers strong growth and liquidity, yet the barrier to entry remains high. Complex legislation, a demanding property market, and the language challenge can prevent investors from starting.
We provide a turn-key infrastructure for your capital. From sourcing undervalued properties or industrial assets, negotiating the best price to managing renovations and full company setup, Balla Consulting handles the entire process.
We do the hard work, you own the asset.
Core Value Proposition — How We Work
Dedicated professionals. Local presence. International reach.
Maria Fascetti
Chief Advisor & Founder
I am Maria Fascetti, a Hungarian native based in Amsterdam since 2018. I am the founder of Balla Consulting where we advise institutions, individuals and entrepreneurs who want to invest in Hungary to buy real estate, industrial assets or establish a Hungarian Kft (Ltd) or a cross-border structure.
Working between the Netherlands and Hungary gives me insight into both markets — from the strict rental legislation and tax pressure in the Netherlands to the higher yields, increasing property values and more flexible tenancy laws available in Hungary.
With my team I have assisted clients with acquiring properties, overseeing renovations and managing rental operations. This hands-on experience allows me to supervise due diligence, pricing negotiation and tenant placement with care.
Hungary's 9% corporate income tax — the lowest in the European Union — can provide structural advantages when properly aligned with your investment strategy.
We provide personalized guidance at every step to our clients to navigate the Hungarian market with clarity and confidence.
You retain ownership.
We ensure local oversight, transparency and high-quality delivery.
If you are considering investing in Hungary, I welcome a confidential conversation.
Maria Fascetti
Legal Counsel
Construction Partner
Financial & Tax Partner
For real estate and business expansion
Identifying high-potential assets in Hungary
Managing the bidding and legal process till ownership
Overseeing renovation to maximize ROI
Seamless business setup in both jurisdictions
Maximizing corporate tax efficiency and benefits
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The Challenge
Public listings are often overpriced or remain hidden.
Solution
We bypass public portals to access off-market deals. You get access to assets with genuine value-add potential before the general market sees them.
The Challenge
In the Netherlands, strict tenant protection, indefinite contracts and government-capped rent points strip away your control and limit your profit.
Solution
We guide you into a market where ownership rights are respected. Hungarian rental prices are set by the market — fixed-term contracts are fully enforceable, ensuring your asset remains liquid and profitable.
The Challenge
In highly developed markets like the Netherlands, real estate values are largely stabilised. Limited price expansion reduces the potential for meaningful capital growth.
Solution
We focus on markets such as Hungary, where entry prices remain accessible and capital growth potential is stronger.
The Challenge
Navigating a foreign legal system can feel risky and unclear.
Solution
Balla Consulting protects your interests with a "Compliance First" standard. Verifying each document with a real estate attorney ensures your ownership and the safety of your investment.
The Challenge
Managing a renovation from another country can introduce unnecessary risks.
Solution
We act as your project manager on spot, reviewing contractors, enforcing timelines, controlling budgets. We turn run-down properties into income-generating assets.
The Challenge
High corporate tax rates in Western Europe can significantly reduce profit margins for cross-border businesses.
Solution
We register your operations to leverage Hungary's 9% Corporate Tax rate — the lowest in the EU. We handle the company formation and compliance so you can focus on growth.
Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden costs
For the investor who wants a secure purchase but plans to manage the property independently.
Engagement Retainer
€950
Deducted from final fee. Covers initial research and on-site due diligence.
Success Fee
2.0% of purchase price
Upon successful completion of the acquisition.
Minimum Total Fee
€3,000
Excludes VAT and statutory notary/state fees.
For the investor who wants a turn-key asset delivered ready for rental.
Acquisition Fee
Same as Acquisition Suite
€950 retainer + 2.0% success fee (min. €3,000)
Renovation Oversight Fee
15% of renovation budget
5% at start · 5% at midterm · 5% at completion
Property Management
10% gross monthly rent
Maintenance, repairs and third-party costs charged separately.
For Dutch entrepreneurs establishing a low-tax entity.
Fixed Price
€1,850
Excludes VAT and statutory notary/state fees.
Need something specific? Let's discuss your requirements.
We offer tailored solutions for complex cross-border investments and multi-property portfolios.
A real client story from Budapest's most prestigious neighborhood
District V
Location
3%
Discount Secured
6 Months
Renovation Time
6% ROI
Passive Income
Our client, a private investor, sought a high-yield residential asset in Budapest's most prestigious neighborhood: District V. The goal was to acquire a classic apartment with "good bones" but outdated interiors, execute a value-add renovation, and secure a long-term tenant.
District V is highly competitive. Publicly listed properties are often overpriced or have bad structures. Furthermore, the client needed a specific layout (two separate bedrooms, bathroom/toilet separation and bright interior) to maximize rental potential. Most available apartments required significant changes that would destroy the ROI.
After a long search we identified a niche opportunity: a structurally perfect but aesthetically tired apartment in a prime location. While the asking price was already slightly below market value, we negotiated aggressively. Our target was a 5% discount; we secured a 3% reduction, locking in immediate equity upon purchase.
Due diligence revealed a significant risk: the seller had a substantial mortgage on the property. We coordinated a rigorous legal process. Our partner lawyer negotiated directly with the seller's bank to establish an escrow mechanism, guaranteeing our client a clean ownership deed before the final sum was paid.
The purchase price was in Hungarian Forint (HUF), but the client's capital was in Euro (EUR). A standard bank transfer would have resulted in a ~2% loss on the exchange rate. We utilized a specialized Forex platform to execute the currency swap at near-market rates, saving the client thousands of euros in transaction fees.
We tendered the project to three vetted contractors and selected the mid-priced option with verified references. We personally sourced high-quality finishes and implemented daily on-site supervision. Every stage of the work was inspected and photographed.
Fully renovated, luxury 2-bedroom apartment in District V. The property was listed on rental portals immediately upon completion. We secured a tenant within 4 weeks at the top end of the market rental rate. A turn-key, high-yield asset generating passive income of 6% excluding the capital gain of the property. Due to subsidized mortgage rates initiated by the Hungarian government in 2025, the estimated property price increase was a minimum of 12%.
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Rental Flexibility and Long-Term Growth
In recent months, we noticed a shift in conversations with Dutch investors. It is not driven by urgency or dissatisfaction, it is more thoughtful than that. The Netherlands remains a stable and well-regulated property market, but stability alone is no longer enough. Investors are asking whether their capital still has sufficient flexibility and growth potential.
The question is no longer "Is it safe?" — More "Is it still efficient and worthy for the long term?"
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maria.balla@ballaconsulting.com
NL +31 618 445121
HU +36 70 5708972
Amstelveen, The Netherlands
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