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From time to time you will receive information on important case law and commentaries/remarks by notaries.
What are the duties of a notary?
Buying a home, drawing up a marriage contract, applying for adoption - some legal transactions are so important that the law requires them to be notarized. But what is the path to the deed? What happens „behind the scenes“ once everyone has signed? Notaries provide advice and support from the initial idea through to implementation. The path to...
The electronic notarial deed as a milestone in the digitalization of the notary's office
Since December 29, 2025, it has been possible to draw up notarial deeds in an electronic face-to-face procedure. The parties to the deed are present in person at the notary's office, but the deed itself is originally drawn up electronically and signed electronically by the parties involved. „The introduction of electronic face-to-face notarization is a key step in the digitalization of the notary's office. An electronically drawn up deed enables...
Three ten-year deadlines at a glance - there's also a lot to think about when making gifts!
People who give away assets during their lifetime often think of tax advantages. But in fact, three different ten-year periods - in tax law, in gift and social security law and in the law on compulsory portions - determine whether a gift really has the desired effect in the end. A surprising finding for many, which shows that asset transfers are often less a spontaneous act of generosity...
Notaries and notaries: A legally secure start to founding a company
The path from an idea to your own company raises numerous legal questions. Entrepreneurs benefit from reliable legal advice from notaries when founding a company. Their neutral, competent support ensures that start-ups have a solid foundation right from the start. Get clarity early on - on site or online „Especially for young companies, it is...
Old resolutions of the homeowners' association - urgently check need for action
The latest reform of the German Condominium Act has significantly changed the conditions under which resolutions passed by a condominium owners' association are also valid vis-à-vis buyers and other legal successors. The transitional provision to protect old resolutions expires at the end of 2025. It should therefore be checked whether there is a need to adapt old resolutions. Agreements and resolutions The Condominium Act distinguishes between resolutions and agreements. In...
Loan paid off - and now?
When a loan is finally paid off, many owners ask themselves what happens to the land charge registered for it. Does it have to be deleted or can it simply remain in the land register? Contrary to popular belief, "leaving it in place" only brings advantages in a few cases, but at the same time entails considerable risks for a later sale or transfer of the property. Deletion...