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Inheritance and Gifting of Real Estate in Germany: Tax Advantages for Third Countries Too
ECJ abolishes EU/EEA area condition When rented apartments and buildings are transferred to the next generation through a gift or inheritance, the German tax authorities provide preferential tax treatment. Previously, this required that the property in question is situated in the […]
Reform of The German Lobby Register: Numerous Measures to Tighten Regulations from March 2024
The Lobby Register Act has been in effect in Germany for nearly two years, and the related register has been a hot topic since its inception. The objective is to monitor who is attempting to sway political decisions and legislation, and […]
German Partnerships: MoPeG Brings Changes From 2024
The German Act on the Modernization of Partnership Law (MoPeG) symbolizes a reform in partnership law, striving to establish a contemporary and legally secure regulatory framework for partnerships in Germany. It has been labeled as “the work of the century” in […]
EU Blue Card: Simplified Requirements for Applicants
What is the Blue Card? The EU Blue Card, comparable to the American green card, is a unique residence permit for qualified employees wishing to work in Germany. Any foreign employee can apply for the Blue Card. Since November 18, 2023, […]
Job Reference in Germany: No Right to a Thank-You and Closing Formula
Repeatedly, employees express dissatisfaction with their references. They may subsequently request their employer to revise the reference. If a reference is justifiably requested to be changed, the employer must not alter the content of a previously issued reference, including the thank-you […]
Electronic Vouchers: Regulatory Requirements for Issuance and Distribution in Germany
The sale of vouchers or prepaid cards is increasingly being offered by more and more online retailers. These can be redeemed in the retailer’s online shop or at other retailers. Many online retailers also give away vouchers as part of their […]
Optimizing Taxation in Germany with Investment GmbH/Asset Management GmbH
In certain scenarios, an Investment GmbH (LLC) or an Asset Management GmbH can be the ideal legal structure for managing personal assets in Germany in a tax-efficient manner, ensuring their preservation for the longest possible duration of one’s lifetime. It is […]
PSD 3 & PSR: Implications for Licensed Payment Services in Germany
On June 28, 2023, the European Commission unveiled its draft for an updated European Payment Services Directive, known as the Payment Services Directive 3 (PSD 3). The aim of PSD 3 is to further streamline the laws across member states, while […]
Benefits of Outsourcing Your Internal Reporting Office in Germany: Advantages of an External Ombudsperson
Since July 1, 2023, the Whistleblower Protection Act (Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz, HinSchG) mandates that companies with over 250 employees establish secure channels for reporting misconduct. This requirement will be extended to companies with more than 50 employees as of December 17, 2023. External […]
GmbH Managing Director: No Personal Liability for Failure to Pay Minimum Wage in Germany
In their professional capacities, managing directors of a GmbH (limited liability company) are subject to numerous liability risks due to their position of authority. As such, they can be held directly liable by the company’s creditors – with their personal assets, […]