Pension points for child-rearing – can parents secure their old-age pension?
In the German pension system, periods spent raising children can…
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How can parental allowance be increased by changing the tax class?
The amount of parental allowance (Elterngeld) in Germany primarily depends…
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Signing a termination agreement – why the payment of severance should be enforced
Signing a termination agreement – that is, an agreement to…
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Riester 2.0 – what changes will the reform introduce, and does the retirement savings account actually increase the pension?
For many years, the Riester pension was one of the…
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Contributions to unemployment insurance in the tax return – key aspects to be observed
Unemployment insurance in Germany is not just protection in case…
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Investment in the future – when can pension insurance contributions reduce the tax burden in Germany?
Saving for retirement in Germany doesn’t just have to mean…
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Car in the tax return – when can motor vehicle liability insurance reduce the tax burden?
Many vehicle owners in Germany view motor vehicle insurance solely…
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Health insurance – deduction of statutory and private contributions from tax
Health insurance contributions in Germany can reduce your actual tax…
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Workwear and tax – When do suits and business attire reduce your tax bill?
Can work clothing costs be deducted for tax purposes in…
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Loss offsetting – how can taxes be reduced after a stock market loss?
A loss on the stock exchange does not have to…
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Renting an Apartment to Relatives at a Reduced Price – Tax Pitfalls
Renting an apartment to a family member often seems simple…
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Exemption Order – How to Obtain a Tax Exemption for Capital Gains
Capital gains can be delightful—until the moment it becomes clear…
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Savings Allowance – How Small Capital Gains Remain Tax-Free
Small gains from investments do not necessarily have to be…
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Vacant apartment? Evaluate how costs can be deducted during rent-free periods.
An empty apartment may seem like a break, but bills…
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Acquired ownership of a property? Depreciation (AfA) – Method for reducing rental tax
If you rent out a property, depreciation can be your…
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Termination during the probationary period in Germany. How long must one work, and is there an entitlement to unemployment benefits?
A termination during the probationary period can be surprising –…
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Sick Pay in Germany – When Must a Certificate of Incapacity for Work Be Submitted?
The sick note is a topic that affects everyone sooner…
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Rental Agreement in Germany – Pitfalls and Clauses to Be Aware Of
A rental agreement in Germany can look innocent – a…
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Security Deposit in Germany – How to Recover it in Full
Moving out of an apartment in Germany involves more than…
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Additional costs almost as much as the rent? It is advisable to verify what exactly is being paid for when renting an apartment.
Additional costs can be as surprising as the rent itself….
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Job Change in Germany – What to Consider to Avoid Disadvantages in Taxes and Insurance?
A job change in Germany can significantly improve the professional…
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Employment Certificate – How to Read It? The Hidden Codes of German Employers
An employment certificate in Germany can contain far more information…
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Probationary Period in Germany – How Long Does It Last and When Is a Quick Termination Possible?
The probationary period in Germany can be surprising, especially if…
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Contributions to unemployment insurance can also be deducted from taxes. This occurs simply and almost automatically.
Contributions to unemployment insurance are an element that is rarely…
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Create a self-issued receipt for missing receipt of office supplies
Does it happen that invoices and receipts get lost, and…
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The motor vehicle liability insurance is the only part of car insurance that can be deducted. It is explained why this is the case and how to correctly execute this.
The motor vehicle liability insurance is the only aspect of…
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Investments in a private pension plan (Riester, Rürup) are supported by the state through tax benefits. Learn how contributions to additional retirement provision can be deducted.
If you are saving money for your private pension under…
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Is there an accident insurance policy? It is explained how the contributions are deducted and the costs are allocated when the policy covers both professional and private life.
If an accident insurance policy exists, the question arises as…
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Eine private Haftpflichtversicherung ist unverzichtbar. Zudem kann sie steuerlich geltend gemacht werden. Es wird erläutert, wie dies möglich ist und wo es in der Steuererklärung einzutragen ist.
Private liability insurance is one of those things you typically…
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Is a child sent to a private school? A portion of the tuition fees can be deducted from taxes. It is explained what limits exist and what requirements must be met.
Many parents assume that tuition fees at a private school…
