Finance & Taxes
Goodbye Rundfunkbeitrag? Germany’s Debate on Public Broadcasting Fees in 2025
Introduction
As a newcomer to Germany, the first weeks often bring a flood of paperwork, residency forms, tax numbers, health insurance. Just as you settle into your new apartment, another...
Finance & Taxes
Inheritance Tax for Expats in Germany: What You Need to Know
Over 1 million expats living in Germany could face unexpected tax bills on inheritances in 2025. And many don't even know it.
If you're an...
Banking & Money Matters
Exploring the Digital Pension Overview: A 2025 Comprehensive Guide to the Deutsche Rentenversicherung’s Online Service
Planning your pension in Germany is now easier. Keeping track of your future finances can be overwhelming. Germany’s new Digital Pension Overview (Digitale Rentenübersicht) will help...
Environmental Taxes
How Does Germany Lead in Waste Management? Plastic, Food, E-Waste, and Beyond
Germany is one of the world's top recyclers, with an impressive waste recycling rate of over 67%—the highest in Europe. The country has pioneered...
Other Taxes
How Does the German Betting Tax (Wettsteuer) Work?
Discover how Germany's 5.3% betting tax (Wettsteuer) affects your wagers. Learn tax rules, calculations, and innovative strategies to maximize your winnings!
Betting is a popular...
Business & Trade Taxes
Germany Trade Tax (Gewerbesteuer): A Complete Guide for Businesses
Discover everything you need to know about Germany Trade Tax (Gewerbesteuer), from calculation and rates to exemptions and filing deadlines. This ultimate guide helps...
Income Taxes
Germany Church Tax (Kirchensteuer): What Expats & Residents should know
Germany has a unique system in which registered members of specific religious communities pay a church tax (Kirchensteuer). This tax funds religious institutions and...
Consumption Taxes
A Comprehensive Guide to Value-Added Tax (VAT) in Germany
Discover how Germany's Value-Added Tax (VAT) system works, including rates, registration, filing, and refunds. Learn essential VAT rules to stay compliant and maximize tax...
Other Taxes
Dog Tax in Germany Exposed: Costs, Exemptions, and How to Register Your Pet
Germany is known for its structured and well-regulated systems, and pet ownership is no exception. If you own a dog in Germany, you must...
Income Taxes
Germany’s Wage Tax (Lohnsteuer): How Much You Pay & How to Save
What you need to know about Germany’s Wage Tax (Lohnsteuer)! Discover how it works, tax brackets and deductibles, and tricks to get the most from your...
Finance & Taxes
Why Every Household in Germany Pays a Radio Tax – Even Without a Radio!
Germany is known for its well-organized systems and structured regulations, but one fee that confuses both locals and expats alike is the mandatory radio...
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