Inherited a Property in Germany but Live Abroad? Here's What to Do

The call often comes out of the blue: a parent or distant relative in Germany has passed away, and suddenly you – together with other heirs – find yourself owning a house or apartment in Berlin, Munich, or somewhere out in the countryside. You yourself, however, live in London, Tel Aviv, or New York. Anyone who has inherited a property in Germany while living elsewhere faces a series of questions that can't be resolved with a single trip to the authorities. We regularly guide international heirs through exactly this process, and here we summarize what really matters.