FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions

My child is getting married. Does he or she have a monetary claim against me on the occasion of the marriage?

There is still a provision in the law regarding a so-called entitlement to equipment on the occasion of the child's marriage...

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What is the difference between a conditional and an unconditional declaration of acceptance of inheritance? Should I make an unconditional declaration of acceptance of inheritance?

The submission of an unconditional declaration of acceptance of inheritance means that the heir is also liable without limitation for all debts of the deceased...

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Is there a threat of a demolition order because the building permit for my building cannot be found in the building file?

A "presumed consensus" may be assumed in circumstances to be examined on a case-by-case basis...

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What does the currently discussed amendment to the Brokers Act mean in practice?

The amendment is intended to introduce the "client principle" for residential tenancy agreements...

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Should I leave my property in my will or make a gift on death?

A will can be revoked at any time.

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What is a prohibition of sale and encumbrance? Can I prevent a forced sale with a prohibition of sale and encumbrance?

A prohibition of sale and encumbrance obliges the encumbered party to refrain from selling or encumbering a property...

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Am I exempt from real estate income tax when I sell my property?

There are two cases when a sale is exempt from real estate income tax due to the main residence exemption...

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How high does my title to my property extend?

landowner objectively has the possibility to intervene, whereby a safety distance must also be maintained.

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What is a precarium?

The precarium is the transfer of, for example, a property for a non-binding loan. In contrast to a rental agreement, the precarium can be revoked at any time...

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