Property Inheritance Archive

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Community of heirs & property: challenges and solutions

Community of heirs: What to do with an inherited property? Following the death of a loved one, it is often not just memories that remain, but also many questions and challenges – particularly when a property forms part of the inheritance. Dealing with an inherited property requires not only emotional strength, but also a sound understanding of the legal

November 26, 2024 No Comments

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Property in the community of heirs: avoid disputes and divide fairly

Inherited property? How to avoid disputes in a co-heirship. Inheriting a property is a double-edged sword for many. On the one hand, there's the emotional value that the inherited house or flat can hold, and on the other, the practical and often complex challenges that come with it.

24 November 2024 No Comments

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What you should bear in mind when inheriting a property

What you should know when inheriting property Inheriting a property can be a unique opportunity to realise the dream of homeownership. However, this possibility is often associated with challenges and can quickly become an unexpected financial burden. The actual benefit of an inherited property depends on various factors

15 November 2024 No Comments

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Bequeathing property: Clear rules for your estate

Bequeathing property: Key facts about wills and inheritance law Wills and inheritance law: How to ensure your final wishes are carried out Anyone wishing to bequeath a property faces an important task: setting out their arrangements clearly and in good time to avoid disputes amongst the heirs. Property often accounts for a significant portion of one’s estate, and

6 November 2024 No Comments

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Inheritance tax explained - bequeathing property and saving taxes

Find out how inheritance tax is calculated, which allowances apply and what special features exist for property transfers. Basics of inheritance tax Anyone who inherits assets such as property, money or other possessions in Germany generally has to pay inheritance tax. This tax is incurred in order for the state to participate in the transfer of assets.

October 11, 2024 No Comments

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Applying for a certificate of inheritance: requirements and tips for inherited property

Applying for a certificate of inheritance: requirements and tips for inherited property Have you inherited a property but do not have a notarised will? In this case, you will need a certificate of inheritance to prove the line of succession and to sell the property. What is a certificate of inheritance and when is it required? A certificate of inheritance is an official document,

19 June 2024 No Comments

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The issue of the compulsory share of an inheritance

Even in the event of disinheritance, close relatives such as children, parents or spouses are entitled to a compulsory share. However, German inheritance law is complex, and there are many pitfalls that must be taken into account. Statutory share: the minimum legal entitlement The statutory share guarantees close relatives a minimum share of the estate – even if they are disinherited. Those entitled are: children

30 April 2024 No Comments

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? Working from home and childcare: how to make everyday life stress-free

Working from home presents many people with new challenges – especially when children need to be looked after at home. But with a little creativity and planning, you can manage your daily routine. Here are some practical tips on how to successfully combine working from home with looking after children. Creating a structure for a regular daily routine A

25 March 2024 No Comments

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Bequeathing property early: How to secure your inheritance

Inheriting property: How to secure your inheritance during your lifetime Experts estimate that every second inheritance now involves a property. But while cash is easy to divide, a property poses challenges for many heirs. To avoid disputes, more and more owners are deciding to secure their inheritance during their lifetime.

August 2, 2019 No Comments

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Inheriting property: How to secure your inheritance with a will

Inheriting property: How to secure your inheritance with a will According to the legal order of succession, your spouse, children and grandchildren are entitled to parts of your property. In practice, however, this often results in a problem: only one of the heirs can live in the property, while the others have to be paid out. Absence

August 2, 2019 No Comments

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