Case: how we helped a Copenhagen homeowner earn money while selling their apartment

Jakob rented out his apartment in Copenhagen while it was for sale and he moved to Norway, and so secured an income instead of leaving it empty. BY Administration coordinated with the estate agent, managed the bookings around viewings and took care of cleaning and communication with guests. The result was a completely hands-free rental solution that helped the property sell smoothly.

“Nour and his team have it under control. We were in Norway and he took care of everything.”

The owners, Jakob & Hanna

Selling a home while moving can be a challenge, especially when the home stands empty waiting for the right buyer. That was the situation for Jakob, who was selling his apartment in Copenhagen while moving from Denmark to Norway. Instead of leaving the home empty while it was for sale, he teamed up with BY Administration. We handled short-term rental around planned viewings, coordinated directly with his estate agent and took care of everything from guest contact to cleaning. The result was a smooth solution that created a steady rental income, while the apartment was always ready for potential buyers.

The challenge for Jakob & Hanna

Selling an apartment is a challenge in itself, but doing it after moving abroad adds another layer of complexity. After moving from Denmark to Norway, Jakob had an empty apartment in Copenhagen that brought in no income while it was for sale. At the same time, the home had to stay available for regular viewings, which made it hard to offer longer stays. Coordinating bookings, guests, cleaning and appointments with the estate agent from another country would have been both time-consuming and stressful. So Jakob needed a complete solution without having to get involved in the day-to-day administration himself.

How BY Administration made it work

BY Administration developed a rental strategy that worked smoothly alongside the sale of the apartment. We coordinated directly with Jakob’s estate agent to make sure the home was always available for planned viewings on Sundays. Guest bookings were carefully managed from Monday to Saturday, so the apartment could bring in income during the week without disturbing potential buyers. Before every viewing, our cleaning team made sure the home was professionally cleaned and prepared, so it looked its best. Throughout the sale, we handled guest contact, bookings, check-ins, cleaning and calendar management. The result? We gave Jakob a complete, hassle-free solution, while he could settle into his new home in Norway without the stress of managing two homes. Thanks to BY Administration’s flexible rental management, Jakob’s apartment brought in a steady rental income throughout the sale instead of standing empty.

Thinking about renting out for a limited period while your home is for sale?

If you plan to sell your home but need to move before the sale is completed, renting it out for a limited period can help you make the most of the transition. Instead of leaving the home empty, you can create an income that helps cover your costs, while the home stays available for viewings. At BY Administration, we coordinate directly with your estate agent, manage bookings around the sales schedule and take care of everything from guest contact to professional cleaning. Whether your home is for sale for a few weeks or several months, our flexible, smooth service is designed to fit your schedule. Contact BY Administration today to hear how we can help you earn rental income while you sell your home, without adding extra work or disturbing the sale.

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