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Everyone has the right to freely decide who should inherit their assets after their death – and who should not. If a testator wishes to exclude a relative from inheritance, this is done through disinheritance. Here you can learn exactly what disinheritance means, how it works, and what options exist to defend against it. 1.…

Those who start transferring their assets to future heirs early can pass on larger sums tax-free. The personal allowance is the same in most cases. Up to this amount, the beneficiary is not liable for inheritance or gift tax. However, there is an exception for parents and grandparents: their allowance is €100,000 for inheritance tax,…

That online gambling has a high potential for addiction is confirmed by a case from Austria. A doctor had participated in online gambling via the website of the gambling provider bet-at-home and lost over two million euros over time. Following a ruling by the Austrian Supreme Court (OGH), he must have been greatly relieved. The…

Online sports betting providers have long since discovered amateur sports for their purposes and are trying to lure players with betting offers. Players should be aware that sports betting on amateur sporting events is generally prohibited in Germany. ” This also means that players can reclaim their losses from online sports betting on amateur sports,…

Spouses often opt for a joint will, which usually designates the surviving spouse as the sole heir upon the first spouse’s death. This often serves to protect the estate from claims by distant relatives after the death of one spouse. Such wills are generally handwritten by one spouse and signed by both. Furthermore, they frequently…

An inheritance includes not only assets but also debts. Those who inherit should inform themselves early to avoid financial risks. When someone dies, their debts don’t automatically disappear; instead, they become part of the estate and can be passed on to the heirs. An inheritance can therefore include not only assets like cash, securities, or…

Anyone who wants to ensure how their assets are distributed after their death should settle their inheritance matters early. This raises the question: Is a will or an inheritance contract the better choice? Life is unpredictable – an accident, illness, or old age can suddenly leave you unable to manage your own affairs. Therefore, it’s…

Continuously rising real estate prices are not only driving up costs for buyers, but are also increasingly burdening heirs with high tax demands. Particularly in large cities like Munich, where real estate prices have practically exploded in recent years, heirs often find themselves in financial difficulties. The high value of inherited properties means that descendants…