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New Pendlerpauschale 2025: What commuters in Germany can expect to save

Isabelle Hoffmann

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Party leaders Merz, Söder, Klingbeil, and Esken presenting the coalition agreement

Germany’s new coalition agreement: What CDU/CSU and SPD plan to change

Isabelle Hoffmann

09.04.2025

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When is the Easter holiday in 2025 by state in Germany?

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Ruhezeit: What you need to know about quiet hours in Germany

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

Worker calculating hours and wages under Germany's new mini-job regulations

New rules for mini-jobs in Germany: What changes in 2025?

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

A professional in Germany working in a high-demand career with future growth potential.

The 20 Most In-Demand and Future-Proof Jobs in Germany

Isabelle Hoffmann

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A tenant reviewing a digital utility bill under Germany's new rental law.

Major Law Change: Millions of Tenants Affected

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

An AI developer working on deep learning models in a modern office environment.

The Job of the Future: 170 Million New Positions by 2030

Isabelle Hoffmann

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Bridge Days Germany 2025 – Maximize Your Vacation

Bridge Days 2025: How to Double Your Vacation Days in Germany

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

Overview of the new driving laws in Germany for 2025, including license replacements, CO2 tax increases, and EU-wide penalties.

Everything Changing for Drivers in Germany in 2025

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

An office in Germany with happy employees, reflecting the country’s top workplaces.

The best companies to work for in Germany in 2025

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

Young professionals working in high-demand jobs in Germany’s evolving job market.

The 10 fastest-growing jobs in Germany for 2025

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

Salary breakdown in Germany, comparing different income levels and living costs.

What is considered a good net salary in Germany in 2025?

Isabelle Hoffmann

12.03.2025

Public Holidays in Germany 2025

Public Holidays in Germany 2025: Full List of National and Regional Holidays

Nikolaos Skritlis

04.03.2025

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