Whether you plan to let your whole home or just a single room, make sure you’re aware of the rules around declaring the income to the German tax man.
They could soon be unboxing fines rather than freebies -- Germany's online influencers are facing a tax evasion crackdown that has left them screaming OMG!
A bike path that ends at a traffic island, plastic chairs costing more than €200,000, cost explosions in opera house construction: once again, the Taxpayers' Association has denounced instances of tax waste in Germany in its black book.
An exemption to Germany's broadcasting fee is expected to affect tens of thousands of young people in the coming winter semester. Here's who can avoid the monthly tax.
Germany's cabinet agreed on tax relief measures on Wednesday, with plans to slash VAT on eating out from 19 to seven percent and other targeted measures.
Expect a difficult autumn-winter season in German politics including tough negotiations over welfare cuts and taxes, and headaches over the labour shortage, immigration and war preparations.
If you’re considering purchasing property in Germany, you might be wondering if there are tax benefits to owning your home or having a mortgage in the country. Here's what to know.
Foreign residents in Germany are often surprised to discover that they might have to pay church tax, even when they are not particularly religious. We explain what it is and whether you can avoid paying it.
More and more people earn significant income from content creation and related marketing activities. Here's what to know about how that income is taxed in Germany.
The deadline for freelancers and some employees in Germany to submit their tax return was Thursday, July 31st. What happens if you missed the deadline, or any others?
A good English speaking tax professional can save you time and money, and reduce the stress involved with filing your taxes in Germany. So how can you find one?
There's a lot to know about getting paid and paying taxes as a freelancer in Germany and it starts with sending your first invoice. Here's everything that should be included.
From scrapped plans to cut taxes on electricity for households to bringing forward a change for mothers' pensions, here's a look at the budget changes recently agreed by the German government that could affect you.
Like much of the country's bureaucracy, German tax law is complicated. But there are plenty of useful deductions for those in the know. Here are a few apps that might help you stay ahead of it.
If you're used to making your 'Rundfunkbeitrag' payments after getting a reminder in the mail, you'll need to set-up your own calendar notifications or risk incurring late payment fees following a recent change.
Germany's property tax rules underwent a major reform this year that raised taxes for many homeowners significantly. Now a number of lawsuits will test the legality of the new rules. Here’s what you need to know.
From January 1st, 2025, Switzerland has cut the tax-free allowance for cross-border shoppers by half – from 300 to 150 francs. This means that shopping abroad is now less lucrative for the Swiss, but German retailers found a way around this problem.
Tax day is just around the corner for US citizens - and those living in Germany will want to file here first. Here are the most important dates (and extensions) to keep in mind during American tax season.
As Germany's new government takes office, one of their major tasks will be making households feel financially stable. From cheaper electricity to tax relief, here's how they plan to do so.
Crypto currencies have become more mainstream in recent years - and have also become subject to new rules and regulations. If you've started trading in crypo in Germany, here are the tax rules you need to know.
From radical tax cuts to generous state benefits, every political party in Germany is promising a more affluent future. We delve into their manifestos to find out what their pledges really mean for voters and their wallets.
Many homeowners in Germany may have received their new property tax notices in the post in the last weeks - but lots of people still don't have any idea how much they have to pay.
With the cost of living continuing to rise, many households in Germany are feeling the pinch. We look at the planned changes that are likely to affect what's in your wallet in 2025.
