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Filing extension

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In general, the deadline for filing a tax return is the 31st July of the following year. If a tax advisor represents you, the deadline is extended by…

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Deductible expenses for expatriates and foreigners in Germany

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There are many possibilities for expatriates and foreigners working in Germany to save taxes especially when the spouse and the children are living abroad…

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Filing an appeal, if the tax authorities take ages to proceed with your tax return!

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As soon as your tax return is filed electronically and the tax authorities have all information necessary, generally it takes five to eight weeks until you will receive your tax assessment…

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When can I benefit from filing a tax return?

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Every year the same exhausting topic arises: the income tax return. Am I obliged to file a tax return? Can I expect a tax refund or do I have to pay additional taxes…

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How to deduct medical expenses in your German income tax return!

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Medical expenses can be deducted as extraordinary expenses. However, the so called reasonable self-retention has to be considered i.e. medical expenses only can be deducted…

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Relocation expenses in Germany

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Employees can deduct relocation expenses if the costs are job-related and when the costs are not reimbursed by employer. Expenses for privately motivated relocations…

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Part 1: Being self-employed in Germany – Freelancer or trade and business?

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When being self-employed in Germany you distinguish between freelancer and trade and business. Therefore in a first step it has to be checked which kind of job is…

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Difference between Tax ID, Tax number and VAT ID

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In Germany you receive different numbers for different purposes in relation to the German tax system. But what’s the difference between…

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