Hey there, we're Lena and Vastrik.
We moved to Berlin more than seven years ago and came a long way from being completely lost and confused to starting our own business.
Like every newcomer, we made a lot of mistakes and stressed out. In the very first days, all we wanted was someone to hold our hands and, in simple English, explain how everything works.
That's why we created How to Berlin. to help you relocate comfortably and smoothly, find an apartment, and not freak out about the paperwork, find yourself and start loving Germany as we do.
You'll start diving into many papers, letters, and complicated taxes from the first days. We'll explain to you:
We have read every guidebook we found on the internet before we relocated. Nevertheless, we have made many mistakes and paid for them from our pocket. We will help you to:
Relocation is always difficult. Dozens of tasks suddenly pop up simultaneously, and you may think they'll never end.
We'll support you, explain the rules, and share lifehacks to help you not to freak out and not get caught in the tricks of the brokers.
Every case is unique. Here are a few of our popular packages for your convenience. We'll discuss all the details with you (online or in person - as you wish) to understand what kind of assistance is needed and let you know how long it will take.
Let us know what you need, and we'll help you.
We can help not only newcomers but also local mates. We also have many useful contacts in other cities.
