by Björn Brügger | Dec 2, 2022
If a parent/grandparent donates an asset (cash, shares etc.) to his/her child/grandchild, the Danish rules on gift tax apply if either the donor or donee has jurisdiction in Denmark at the time of the donation. A person has jurisdiction in Denmark if he/she is a... by Dirk W. Kolvenbach | May 13, 2020
Accrual of inheritance involving assets abroad – complexity frequently underestimated An international accrual of inheritance is given when for example a German testator holds assets abroad or vice versa a foreign testator holds assets in Germany. Due to the... by Edgar Paltzer | Apr 30, 2020
Can I Create A Trust Under Swiss Law? Switzerland does not have a law relating to trusts. However, it ratified the Hague Convention regarding trusts and agreed therefore to recognise trusts that are created in accordance to the convention. Switzerland, as a civil law... by Lorne Saltman | Apr 20, 2020
Common Tax Pitfalls with Real Estate Investments Structure your real estate investments to preserve your assets on a tax-effective basis In a variety of real estate investments, you can avoid common pitfalls and take full advantage of opportunities by using... by Philip van Hilten | Oct 20, 2014
Timely and properly transferring family assets requires careful planning and training of successors and documenting the rights and obligations of all family members. This should be based on discussions between qualifying family members in which each express their... by Sonia Velasco | Aug 22, 2014
Are non residents in Spain discriminated against where inheritance and gift tax is concerned? Are there any possibilities to ask for a refund of the taxes paid in the past? The tax treatment of non residents in Spain concerning inheritance and gift taxes could be... 