Vivid Editorial Team

The Vivid editorial team writes about company formation, finance and self-employment, with practical guides on business accounts, taxes and funding for founders and the self-employed.

Becoming self-employed without capital
Freelancing & self-employment

Becoming self-employed without capital

Find out how to become self-employed without any capital: we walk you through financing options, funding, loans, bootstrapping and franchise models starting from €0.

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Vivid vs. Qonto: business account comparison
Comparisons

Vivid vs. Qonto: business account comparison 2026

Vivid or Qonto – which business account is best for freelancers, start-ups & SMEs in 2026? Compare pricing, SEPA transfers, cards and accounting tools.

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Geschäftskonto eröffnen
Business accounts

Business account: what it is and how to open one in Germany (step-by-step guide)

Learn how to open a business account in Germany, step by step, without paperwork, with a comparison and provider overview.

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The best business accounts 2026
Business accounts

Business account comparison 2026: the best business accounts

Business account comparison 2026: compare the best business accounts by features, pricing, and user reviews for freelancers and companies.

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UG vs GmbH
Company formation

UG vs GmbH: a comparison of legal forms

Explore the main differences between UG and GmbH in Germany, including capital requirements, costs, and liability, to choose the best legal form for your startup.

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e-Invoicing
Tax & regulation

Mandatory e-Invoicing from 2026: what business need to know

E-invoicing explained: differences from paper invoices, XRechnung & ZUGFeRD formats, plus tips and software for successful digital invoicing

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Sole proprietorship
Company formation

Sole proprietorship in Germany: what it is and how to start one

Learn what a sole proprietorship is, who it’s for, and how to start one step by step. Start your own business easily and quickly with our practical guide!

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Registering as a freelancer
Freelancing & self-employment

Registering as a freelancer in Germany: a practical guide

Thinking about freelancing in Germany? Discover how to register as “selbstständig”, what requirements you must meet, which taxes apply, and what to watch out for in 2026.

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UG
Company formation

Setting up UG – the mini-GmbH for founders

Discover how to set up a UG (entrepreneurial company with limited liability) online in Germany. Step-by-step guidance, current costs, legal requirements, and answers to the most common questions for founders in 2026.

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