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Mortgage in Germany – Pros & Cons of Each Type (Plus 6 Best Tips!)

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Buying your own property can be one of the best investments in your life. Getting a mortgage can be scary, as this can also be the largest debt in your life. It is even more overwhelming in Germany due to language barriers and the unfamiliarity with the local process. In this article, you will learn all information about getting a mortgage in Germany. This includes a comparison of some common types of mortgages in Germany; tips when getting a mortgage; the mortgage process when building your new property from scratch, and more. Continue reading “Mortgage in Germany – Pros & Cons of Each Type (Plus 6 Best Tips!)”

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Transfer Money Internationally – Best Ways To Send Money To Or From Germany

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Need to transfer money internationally but don’t know what the best way is? I totally feel you! After I moved to Germany, I was paying ridiculously high fees regularly to transfer money back to my home country. Don’t make the same mistake as me!

In this article, you will find different ways how you can transfer money internationally, the pros and cons of each method, and how to pick the best one based on your needs. Continue reading “Transfer Money Internationally – Best Ways To Send Money To Or From Germany”

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Streaming in Germany – 11 Ways To Do It Legally

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Moving to Germany and wondering what is the best way to stream your favorite videos? You should be careful when streaming or torrenting in Germany. Something fine to do in your home country may not be okay in Germany. Germany takes copyright laws very seriously. If done incorrectly, you can receive big fines (>1000 Euros) and have legal consequences. In this article, we will talk about some streaming platforms that are safe and legal for you to use in Germany. Continue reading “Streaming in Germany – 11 Ways To Do It Legally”

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VPN in Germany – Comparison of the 5 best VPNs in 2021

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How many hours are you using the internet every day? Have you thought about if it is safe when using the internet? I mean, do you know that people can spy on you? I am not only talking about hackers, but also governments, your internet service provider, websites, and other third parties. Yes, they can do it easily, unfortunately. Unless you act now to protect yourself. In this article, I will talk about why everyone should use a VPN service, how to choose a good VPN to use in Germany and a comparison of the 5 best VPN companies. Continue reading “VPN in Germany – Comparison of the 5 best VPNs in 2021”

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Pets In Germany – Moving With Your Pets Or Adopting One Locally

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In Germany, pets are treated almost like humans. It is very common to have pets in a household. If you plan to move with your pets to Germany or adopt a new pet here locally, make sure you understand all the legal requirements. Pet laws in Germany are very strict. In this article, you will find a brief overview of what you need to consider when having pets in Germany. Continue reading “Pets In Germany – Moving With Your Pets Or Adopting One Locally”