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How to buy and sell safely: 1. Meet in public places. 2. Never pay strangers in advance. 3. Inspect goods on...
Apartment hunting in GermanyFinding an apartment: - Prepare documents: SCHUFA, payslips, debt-free certificate. - Respond fast — good fla...
First steps in Germany: AnmeldungAfter arrival: 1. Register at the Bürgeramt (within 14 days). 2. Tax ID arrives by post. 3. Open a bank accou...
Used car checklistWhen buying a car: - Check service book and HU/AU. - Always test-drive. - Written contract: owners, accidents...
Minijob vs Midijob explainedMinijob: up to 556 €/month, tax-free for you. Midijob: 556–2000 €, reduced contributions. Note: multiple mini...
Finding an Ausbildung1. Choose a profession (IHK list). 2. CV + short German cover letter. 3. Apply June–September. 4. Vocational s...
Converting a foreign driving licenceConverting foreign licences: - EU/EEA: still valid. - Other countries: convert within 6 months, often theory/...
Deposit & utility costs: the rulesDeposit: max 3 months net rent, separate account. Utilities: settled yearly — demand receipts. On move-out: do...
Understanding German health insuranceMandatory for everyone. GKV (public): employees under ~69k, family covered free. PKV (private): self-employed,...
Spotting scams: 7 red flags🚩 Price too good 🚩 «Prepayment / shipping only» 🚩 Gift card payment 🚩 Pressure («today only») 🚩 Overseas...