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German inheritance law, explained in English
Practical articles for families in the US and Germany — on inheriting across borders, estate planning, German citizenship and visas.
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German inheritance law, explained on video
I recorded these videos to answer the questions US families ask me most often — so you know who you will be talking to before we ever speak.
What to do after a death in GermanyVideo · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
Everything you need to know about the German ErbscheinVideo · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
German inheritance tax explained: when US heirs must payVideo · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explainsQuick answers in under a minute
Do Americans pay German inheritance tax?Video · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
Do you have to travel to Germany to claim an inheritance?Video · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
The German bank wants an Erbschein — what now?Video · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
Disinherited by a German parent? The compulsory shareVideo · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explains
Can I sell an inherited house in Germany from the US?Video · Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl explainsYour situation is different?
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