Inherited apartment – sale, rent or own use?

Not only houses, but also condominiums are inherited more and more frequently. The inheritance of an apartment is more complex than is the case with houses due to various special features. Even as an apartment heir, you are well advised to choose experienced real estate agents. In your emotionally and psychologically stressed situation as an […]

Moving in: Owning an inherited property

The regular procedure for inherited real estate rarely provides for self-occupation. If you own a house yourself, you will usually not think about moving into your parents’ house or any other inherited property yourself. It is also difficult with communities of heirs if you want to move in and have to pay off the other […]

Accepting an inheritance: House, debts – This is what you inherit

As soon as a property has been inherited, the question arises as to how it is to be used: do I occupy it myself or rent it out? What costs are incurred when accepting and disclaiming the inheritance? It must be clarified whether one is an heir or a legatee. An heir receives the assets […]

Inheritance and Inheritance in Germany: Real Estate Statistics & Studies

Until now, inheritances in Germany were assumed to be up to 300 billion euros (as reported by Der Spiegel). At the same time, the inheritance and the volume is increasing, as you will also see later in the statistics. According to the DIW study, the trend continues and there will be significantly more assets inherited […]

Pre-heir and post-heir: definition and tips

Pre-heir and post-heir – If you want to be absolutely sure that your assets (including your real estate) remain within a defined circle of heirs, you can determine the so-called “preheirs and post-heirs” in your will. Especially when inheriting real estate, this procedure offers numerous advantages. Here you can find out what needs to be […]

Community of heirs: communication, agreement

From practice it is known that a community of heirs rather rarely agree. But from the disagreement and open disputes in relation to a real estate inheritance arise losses that you can avoid with prudence. Avoid conflicts over the estate by seeking advice from estate agents and, with our support, finding the best way forward. […]

Legal succession: law & community of heirs in case of death + procedure / checklist

Legal succession, community of heirs – After a death, the question often arises as to how the inheritance should be divided. If the deceased has left a will, the arrangement is usually clear and will be carried out according to the last will of the testator. However, if the inheritance is made according to intestate […]

Certificate of inheritance: procedure & legal certainty

  You are registered in the will as the sole heir of the parental home. If the will is notarised and legally valid, your inheritance will not be challenged. Nevertheless, without an additional certificate of inheritance, you will face a problem at the latest if you become the owner of the property as a result […]

Inheritance tax: the most important regulations

For many heirs, grief, joy and sorrow are closely linked. When you inherit a house, this process is always linked to a painful, emotional loss. After some time, a slight joy spreads and you realize that you are a homeowner. At the same time comes the worry that the tax office will demand inheritance tax […]

Division of the estate: Contractual provisions

Properties inherited in community pose a particular difficulty when selling. Within the framework of a community of heirs, there are several owners in the land register. This circumstance has a detrimental effect on the interest of potential buyers and makes the sale process more difficult. There is a solution to simplify the settlement and at […]

Find probate court: All probate courts by city

There are so many questions surrounding probate and the court, for example: What is the job of probate court? How much does the inheritance certificate table cost? How much does a certificate of inheritance from a notary cost? How and where can I get a certificate of inheritance? The probate court – tasks, rights and […]

Inheritance, Inheritance & Probate:

Houses are among the most frequently inherited and often lead to doubts. As a spouse or child of a decedent, you face many questions and difficulties from one day to the next when you inherit. In the simplest case, if you inherit a house purchased jointly with your spouse, you will want to continue to […]