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Erbrecht: The Complete Guide to German Inheritance Law
Germany Laws

Erbrecht: The Complete Guide to German Inheritance Law

Erbrecht explained for the whole cluster: universal succession, the six-week disclaimer deadline, the compulsory share, will formalities, intestate succession, and inheritance and gift tax allowances.

12 min read
The Pflichtteil in Germany: Compulsory Share Rules Explained
Germany Laws

The Pflichtteil in Germany: Compulsory Share Rules Explained

How the German Pflichtteil works: who is entitled under § 2303 BGB, why it is a money claim rather than a share of the estate, the § 2314 BGB information claim, and when it can be reduced, stripped, or waived.

15 min read