Guide: Inheritance

Everything you need to know about inheritance tax

Anyone who inherits real estate or other assets in Germany generally has to pay inheritance tax. There are […]

Legal succession: Who is entitled to the property?

For testators who have not made a will or inheritance contract during their lifetime, the law stipulates […]

Help, I've inherited a property!

In over half of all inheritance cases in Germany, real estate is passed down to descendants. Per […]

Wills and inheritance contracts: What real estate heirs need to know

In his will, the testator can stipulate which person inherits the property and which descendant inherits other assets […]

What real estate heirs should know about the land register

Anyone accepting an inheritance of real estate must have the land register corrected. The land register file is updated by the responsible office […]

What you need to know as part of an inheritance community

If you are not inheriting a property alone, but together with your siblings or children […]

Why giving gifts instead of bequeathing makes sense

If you know that you and your siblings inherited a […] from your father or an aunt

Chapter 3

Real estate marketing

Accept or decline the inherited property?

If you inherit a property, you should familiarize yourself with the financial circumstances of the deceased […]

Negotiating the right price

Determining the value of a property is one thing. Negotiating the desired price […]

This is how you can use your inherited property yourself

If you, as a spouse or registered civil partner, inherited a property from your deceased partner and […]

Here's what you need to know about the energy performance certificate

As a general rule: Anyone who wants to sell or rent a house or apartment needs a […]

Where should I advertise my inherited property?

Anyone who wanted to sell or rent a house in the past simply placed an advertisement in […]

8 tips for a successful site visit

There are currently many interested parties for real estate. Concerns exist regarding whether a suitable buyer can be found quickly […]

How to create the perfect exposé

A professional property description can definitely increase the chances of getting a good price and […]

Why good real estate photos are still important

Given the high demand, many believe that their property can be sold quickly even with poor photos […]

Why real estate heirs need a real estate agent

Selling an inherited property is often a difficult step. You associate childhood memories with it […]

Chapter 4

Sell property

Is it worth renovating the property before selling it?

Has it been a while since your inherited property was last renovated? A damp basement, poor insulation […]

How to choose the right buyer for your inherited property

Demand is high in the real estate market. Anyone selling an inherited house quickly finds themselves with a large number of buyers

What you can expect at the notary appointment

Because a real estate transaction is a big decision and involves a lot of […]

What documents do I need to sell a property?

Energy performance certificates, land registry extracts, building plans – anyone wanting to sell an inherited property usually has to search high and low […]

How much will I get for my inherited property?

Estimating the value of an inherited property is often difficult, especially when it comes to […]

Chapter 5

Renting out a property

Optimal and legally compliant rental price? – No problem

Many landlords are worried about making a mistake when setting the rent, given the rent control regulations. […]

What are my obligations as a landlord?

If you rent out your property, it is important to be aware that […]

How do I find the right tenant for the inherited property?

If you are attached to the inherited property, then you will certainly want to find a tenant who […]

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