Personal finance
Guides for keeping control of your money
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Cost of living in Berlin, and Germany
How much does it cost to live in Berlin? Is your salary enough to live there? This is how you can make a budget and find the answer.
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What is the best German bank for expats?
This guide compares the best bank accounts for foreigners. It reviews the features, fees and requirements of each bank.
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How banking works in Germany
An introduction to banking, credit cards, savings and bank accounts in Germany.
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How taxes work in Germany
Information about income tax, health insurance and other German taxes, and ways to pay less taxes.
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Types of insurance in Germany
An overview of the different types of insurance in Germany. This guide explains each type of insurance and why they are important.
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How to save money in Germany
Different ways to save money in Berlin and Germany, without sacrificing your lifestyle.
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How to exchange or deposit coins in Berlin
This is how you get rid of your small change in Berlin.
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How to get a free Schufa
If you are applying for an apartment in Berlin, you will almost always be asked to include a Schufa in your application. This is how you obtain a Schufa-Auskunft for free
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English-speaking accountants and tax advisors in Berlin
A list of English-speaking Steuerberater in Berlin. They can help you file your taxes. This list also includes Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Polish-speaking tax consultants.
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English-speaking tax software for Germany
A list of software that can help you file your German taxes in English, and alternative options.
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My honest N26 review — 7 years with N26
My opinion of N26 bank after 7 years. Is N26 safe? Is it good? Should you use it as your main bank in Germany? Here's what I think.
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Degiro review: there are better options
This is my experience with Degiro, an online stock broker in Germany. I use Degiro since 2018.
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My review of Kontist: it's not worth it
I use Kontist as my business bank since January 2022. All of my business goes through it. This is my honest review of their service.