Insurance for the self-employed in Germany: What do I need?
Contents Protect yourself & your business Choosing the right type of insurance Important insurance policies A quick guide to business insurance Insurance for different sectors Important types of private insurance A quick guide to private insurance Self-employed & part-time employed? Social security & managing directors Compare insurance offers regularly Protect yourself & your business …
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Self-employed and side job in Germany: How to navigate health insurance
If you’re self-employed and have a side job in Germany, your health insurance status can get complicated. This guide explains how to assess your main income type, what rules apply, and how to make sure you’re properly insured.
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Employment contract in Germany: How to draft contents and clauses
Contents Purpose of an employment contract Drafting employment contracts Mandatory content per the Verification Act Key clauses of a German employment contract Contract duration Job description Right to transfer Working hours Remuneration Notice period Incapacity for work Secondary employment Confidentiality Cut-off period Non-compete clause Severability clause Create an employment contract for part-time work Prohibited clauses …
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Loan in Germany: Understanding the legal basics
Content What is a loan agreement according to German law? Credit vs. loan What should be in a loan agreement? Maximum loan amount Acknowledgement of debt, guarantees & transfer of ownership What is a loan-in-kind contract? Loan agreement sample What is a loan agreement according to German law? A loan contract is legally anchored …
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How to find investors in Germany: Strategies for funding your company
Contents Preparing to search for investors Where can I find interested investors? How should I contact investors? How can I persuade investors? What should I do when an investor wants to give me money? Other financing strategies Want to know more? 1. Preparing to search for investors In Germany, investors who are ready and …
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Where can I check if a company name is taken in Germany?
Contents Firmenname, Unternehmensbezeichnung or Geschäftsbezeichnung? The road map to a viable company name Step 1: Choose a company name Step 2: Assess your desired name Step 3: Securing the rights to your company name [BEGIN: Insert an Image between this tag] [END insert Image] Got questions about setting up a business in Germany? Startup expert …
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