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Writing a proposal, funding rates, SME status, de minimis aid and choosing the right grant consultant.
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How to choose a grant consultant in Germany: checklist, red flags and questions for the first meeting
Choosing a grant consultant in Germany: checklist on specialisation, references, fees and independence, common red flags and questions for the first meeting.
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De minimis aid: the EUR 300,000 ceiling, the rolling three-year period and the new central register
De minimis aid under Regulation (EU) 2023/2831: EUR 300,000 per single undertaking over three rolling years, the declaration, the register and cumulation.
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The EU SME definition: thresholds, partner and linked enterprises, and why it matters for funding in Germany
The EU SME definition explained: staff, turnover and balance sheet thresholds, partner and linked enterprises, a worked example and the effect on grant rates.
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Funding rates and own contribution: how much of your project a grant really covers
How funding rates and own contribution work for R&D grants in Germany: EU GBER ceilings, SME bonuses, a worked example and why you must pre-finance costs.
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What does a grant consultant cost in Germany? Fee models, contract terms and eligibility
Grant consultant fees in Germany: fixed fees, day rates, success fees and hybrid models compared, key contract terms and whether consulting costs are fundable.
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Writing a grant proposal: structure, evaluation criteria and common mistakes in EU and German applications
How to write a grant proposal: Excellence, Impact and Implementation, the 0 to 5 scoring scale and thresholds, German project outlines and common mistakes.
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