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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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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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