Archive for the author ‘Martina Weisheit’

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  Aug. 5, 2026

  The Inherited Picasso: Legal and Tax Challenges of Art Inheritances in Germany

  A painting hanging on a living room wall, a collection of contemporary art built over decades, or even the estate of a renowned artist: For many people, this...
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  Dec. 4, 2025

  Co-entrepreneurship When Donating Limited Partnership Shares Under Usufruct in Germany

  Usufruct is a popular means of structuring the transfer of shares in commercial partnerships in succession planning in Germany. A long-standing and popular...
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  Nov. 11, 2025

  Transfer of Business Assets: German Federal Constitutional Court reviews Inheritance and Gift Tax

  The German Federal Constitutional Court (BVerfG) is once again reviewing the constitutionality of the Inheritance and Gift Tax Act (ErbStG). In one case (Ref....
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  Aug. 14, 2025

  Caution When Donating Real Estate in Germany With External Financing

  The donation of real estate held as private assets is a popular way of transferring wealth to the next generation and is common practice in Germany. The...
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  June 13, 2025

  Moving to Switzerland from Germany – Watch out for Tax Pitfalls

  Switzerland is a place with a high quality of life for many people, and not just because of its beautiful landscape. In addition, in most cantons there is no...