Inheritance
Inheritance in Germany for international families: which law applies, wills, the compulsory portion, inheritance tax and how to settle an estate.
All Guides on Inheritance
InheritanceThe Berlin Will: How a Joint Will Works for Couples in GermanyThe Berlin will explained: spouses as sole heirs, children as final heirs, binding effect, compulsory portion clauses and inherita…3 min read
InheritanceCertificate of Inheritance in Germany: When You Need One and How to ApplyGerman certificate of inheritance: when you need one, how to apply, costs, alternatives such as a notarial will and the European C…2 min read
InheritanceCommunity of Heirs in Germany: Inheriting Together, Including PropertyInheriting together in Germany: how a community of heirs decides, how the estate is divided, inherited property and how to resolve…2 min read
InheritanceThe Compulsory Portion in Germany: Your Claim If You Are DisinheritedDisinherited in Germany? Who can claim the compulsory portion, how much, gifts within ten years, your right to information and the…3 min read
InheritanceDisclaiming an Inheritance in Germany, Also From AbroadHow to disclaim an inheritance in Germany: the six-week and six-month deadlines, how to declare it from abroad, consequences for y…2 min read
InheritanceInheritance Law in Germany for Expats: Which Law Applies and Who InheritsGerman inheritance law for expats: the EU Succession Regulation, choosing your home law, wills, statutory heirs, the compulsory po…3 min read
InheritanceInheritance Tax and Gift Tax in Germany: Allowances, Rates and PlanningGerman inheritance and gift tax: who is taxed, allowances for spouses and children, tax classes and rates, the family home and int…3 min read
InheritanceMaking a Will in Germany: Forms, Content and Tips for ExpatsHow to make a valid will in Germany: handwritten or notarial, what to include, choosing your home law, safekeeping and the compuls…3 min read
InheritanceStatutory Succession in Germany: Who Inherits Without a WillGerman statutory succession explained: orders of heirs, the spouse's share depending on the property regime, examples, unmarried p…2 min read
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