How does the apartment deposit (Mietkaution) work in Germany?
Here's how you pay your apartment deposit (Kaution) in Germany, and how you get all of it back when you move out.
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Should you trust Ottonova? An objective review
Before you choose Ottonova as your German health insurer, you should consider these points.
How to dial phone numbers in Germany
Here is how German phone numbers are formatted, and how to call people in Germany.
An honest review of Techniker Krankenkasse (TK)
This is my personal experience with Techniker Krankenkasse as a long time customer.
How to get your DHL, GLS, DPD and Hermes packages
Did your package get delivered to a neighbour, or not at all? Is it completely lost? Here's what to do.
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.
Public and private health insurance in Germany: how to chose?
German health insurance seems expensive and complicated, but in this guide, we explain how to find the best insurance for your needs.
How to buy a used car in Germany
A step by step guide to buying, registering and insuring a used vehicle in Berlin and the rest of Germany
How to move to Germany and become a freelancer
A step by step guide on opening your business or becoming a freelancer in Germany.
List of English-speaking doctors and GPs in Berlin
These doctors serve their patients in English in Berlin.