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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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Part 2: Being self-employed in Germany – Which taxes do I have to pay in Germany?

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When being self-employed in Germany you have to pay several kind of taxes depending on whether you are a freelancer or trade and business. That’s why it is so important…

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Part 3: Being self-employed in Germany – Which expenses are deductible?

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First it is important to know how expenses influence your profit and your tax burden. In brief, expenses reduce your profit and consequently…

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Part 4: Being self-employed in Germany – How to create legally correct invoices!

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After rendering services to your client or after selling a product you need to prepare an invoice. The invoice can be sent to your client via post or electronically. To avoid any mistakes in the following we will inform you about the mandatory contents which should be included…

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