Preparing for the event of death: How to relieve the burden on your relatives
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.
Which donations are tax-deductible?
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.
Drafting a Will as a Swiss National Living Abroad
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.
Recognition of a marriage contracted abroad
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.
What is a bequest (legacy)?
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.