A significant insolvency has emerged in the Vienna real estate market. Magic Square Immobilien GmbH, a company involved in property management and brokerage, is now facing proceedings in the Commercial Court. The company’s liabilities total €6.67 million, and a restructuring is being pursued.
VIENNA. Although economic growth remains fragile in Vienna, some companies are struggling with legacy issues they can no longer overcome. This is now the case with Magic Square Immobilien GmbH, according to information from Creditreform.
The company has operated as a traditional property fiduciary since 2011, offering services such as property management, brokerage, and acting as a developer.
Restructuring Attempt Underway
“Sharply increased construction costs due to the Covid-19 crisis, poor construction management, and the inability to pass on additional costs led to the insolvency,” explained Iris Scharitzer of Creditreform. “Existing liabilities and the negative development of the Vienna housing market likewise contributed to the situation.”
The insolvency affects only three employees and 14 creditors. However, liabilities amount to €6.67 million, offset by approximately €132,000 in free assets, resulting in a liquidation quota of 2.1 percent.
A restructuring process has been initiated at the Commercial Court before any potential liquidation. Creditors are being offered a debt settlement of 20 percent within two years of acceptance. Matthias Schmidt has been appointed as the insolvency administrator. Creditors can register their claims through Creditreform by April 27, 2026, and the first creditors’ meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2026.
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