Buying a property is a key life ambition for many people, but financing this dream often raises questions. One of the most common forms of financing used for this is the mortgage. But how exactly does a mortgage work? How much mortgage makes sense at different stages of life, and what happens when mortgage debt […]

Switzerland is known for its liberal regulations on euthanasia and assisted suicide, but also for high prices and expensive services. In this text, we explain the main procedures and associated costs of assisted suicide.

The topic of life insurance comes up again and again. But what exactly does life insurance involve? Can I save taxes with it? In which situations does life insurance make sense?

After the death of a loved one, there is often a lot of organizational work to be done – such as giving notice to vacate the apartment. It is important to give notice in good time. Death does not automatically trigger termination.

Legally, a pet is usually treated as property. However, in the interests of animal welfare, there are special rules that apply both during the animal’s lifetime and in the event of its death. In this article, we explain what the death of an owner means for a dog, cat, etc., and how you can make […]

The will is written and the required arrangements were made. But on opening the will, it turns out that there are various errors. Is the Will still valid? Learn what the most common mistakes are and how they affect a will.

No one likes thinking about death. And no one likes preparing for death either. But to ease the burden on survivors, it makes sense to keep certain documents accessible and to make some arrangements.

Donate money and save taxes at the same time? You can. But not every donation qualifies for a tax deduction. In this article you will learn what is important.

Writing a will raises many questions. Even more questions are probably asked by Swiss nationals abroad who want to draw up their will in accordance with Swiss law. Find out what Swiss Nationals Abroad should know when writing a will.

A marriage abroad is not immediately valid in Switzerland. Swiss authorities need to authenticate the marriage. This article explains the recognition of a marriage contracted abroad.

The law came into force as of 1 July 2022 after adoption of the “Marriage for everyone” referendum bill. This means that same-sex couples can now marry. In this article, we will highlight what this changes for family planning and provision.

When someone dies, there are often difficult questions regarding the estate of the deceased. In addition to will, intestate succession can help to clarify these.

The descendants of every testator are entitled to a statutory entitlement, which in principle may not be withdrawn from them. In this text we explain what this means for your will and what alternative solutions there are.

Swiss law not only determines who the heirs of a person are, it also stipulates the share of the estate to which the heirs are usually entitled. In order to determine the legal succession, Swiss law uses a parentelic system.

In certain cases, you might not want to make someone an heir, but pass a donation from your estate on to them without obligations. A bequest, also called a legacy, is a good choice for the recipient as an uncomplicated benefit.

Swiss matrimonial law speaks of “ordinary” and “extraordinary” matrimonial property regimes… but just what is a matrimonial property regime? Which matrimonial property regimes are there, and how far can you adjust them with a marriage contract? This article will give you an overview and explain the three matrimonial property regimes: joint ownership of acquired property, […]

For heirs, tax consequences after someone dies are often unexpected – whether these are the deceased’s tax debts as of the date of death or the tax demands of the tax office toward the heirs. It can be helpful to clarify the financial circumstances in advance.

There are around 13,400 charitable foundations in Switzerland. Their aims are just as diverse as the people and organisations that established them or profit from them. But what exactly is a foundation? And how can I set one up?

A death is a great burden for relatives and close persons. Right in the first few days after that, various errands have to be done. In this text we show you what to do and when after a death.

Inheritance is a complex process. Depending on the situation when the testator passes away, it may consist of various partial proceedings and steps.