First German Apt — Why Not a WG?!!

What does “WG” mean? Who lives in shared apartments in Germany? Is it expensive and easy to find? And why does it sometimes feel like a casting? We share our experience in this episode — tune in! 00:00 Intro 00:30 About Germany and Me Podcast 01:42 Today’s topic: living in a shared apartment (WG) in Germany 02:25 Who actually lives in a WG in Germany? 03:17 WG in Germany vs shared housing in our countries 03:47 Why do people choose a WG in Germany? 04:33 How much does a WG cost in German cities right now? 06:15 WG application process — why it was a disaster for Liza 😄 09:32 What does “casting” have to do with renting a room? 11:54 Types of WGs in Germany (Zweck-WG vs Non-Zweck-WG) 13:47 Why apartment hunting feels like a job interview 14:35 Pros and cons of living in a WG 18:35 Is living in a WG worth it? 19:44 One fun fact about Germany 20:58 Outro If you enjoyed this episode, follow, subscribe and share it with your friends 💛