Veräußern

Veräußern is a German verb meaning to dispose of or transfer ownership or rights to another person or entity. The term is formal and commonly used in legal, financial and business contexts. The corresponding noun is Veräußerung. Veräußern covers various forms of transfer, including sale, exchange, donation and assignment of rights. In everyday language, it is often substituted by verkaufen or übertragen.

Legal framework and forms. In civil law, the transfer of ownership of movable property generally occurs through a valid contract and delivery; ownership passes to the buyer upon performance of the transfer, subject to any contract terms. For real estate, a Veräußern requires a notarially certified contract and, crucially, the transfer of ownership is effected by entry in the land register (Grundbuch). Transactions may involve encumbrances, co-ownership or multiple heirs, which can influence the steps required to complete the disposition.

Tax and financial considerations. Disposing of assets can have tax consequences that depend on asset type, duration of ownership and the applicable tax regime. Examples include potential capital gains implications for private sales, VAT considerations for business activities, and gift or inheritance taxes when the disposition is a donation or transfer without compensation.

Usage and examples. Common contexts include veräußern von Immobilien (disposing of real estate), veräußern von Anteilen (disposing of shares), and veräußern von Waren (selling goods). Related terms include verkaufen (to sell), übertragen (to transfer rights), and abstoßen (to dispose of, sometimes forcefully). Veräußern remains a formal, broad term for transferring ownership or rights to another party.