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Why participate SECOND HOME EXPO?
Second Home Expo is a public fair for those interested in a second home, both at home and abroad. The event takes place several times a year at locations such as Flanders Expo Ghent, Brabanthallen Den Bosch and Antwerp Expo. The fair brings together a wide range of holiday homes, investment projects and recreational real estate under one roof.
Visitors can talk directly to real estate agents, project developers and legal experts from more than 30 countries. In addition to the exhibition part, Second Home Expo offers informative seminars on topics such as tax and legal aspects, sustainable construction, rental strategies and returns. These sessions provide practical insights for buyers and investors.
The stock market has become a fixture for those looking for a holiday home, retirement home or real estate investment. Since its first edition, the event has experienced strong growth, with an increasing number of exhibitors and visitors per edition. Second Home Expo focuses on a wide audience of interested buyers, investors and private individuals who want to realize their living dream.
Themes
- Recreational real estate at home and abroad
- Legal and tax advice on purchase
- Investing in second homes
- Sustainable and energy-efficient living
- Construction and renovation projects
- Property Management & Rental Services
Target audience
Second Home Expo focuses on private individuals interested in a second home, investors in recreational real estate, real estate agents, project developers and service providers from the real estate sector. People who are looking for a holiday home, retirement home or rental property will also find inspiration and advice here.
Getting there
Second Home Expo takes place in Flanders Expo in Ghent.
Tram 1 stops near the entrance at the Flanders Expo stop and offers a direct connection from Gent-Sint-Pieters station.
Flanders Expo is located on the E40, exit Sint-Denijs-Westrem, with ample parking available.
Exhibitors and visitors
In 2024, Second Home Expo welcomed more than 200 exhibitors and more than 31,000 visitors spread over five editions in Belgium and the Netherlands. Visitors are mainly purchase-oriented individuals and investors looking for a second home, often with an interest in returns, lifestyle and international real estate opportunities.
