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Starting a new business activity? That’s exciting! But it’s important to stay organized, especially when it comes to taxes.

Starting a new business activity? What you need to know

Springboard to self-employment: a chance to start a business safely

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How long do you need to keep your receipts according to German law?

Do I still need to keep my receipts in paper form in Germany? 🇩🇪

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Daniela

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All the questions you might have before starting with us

Become self-employed and start your own business

You're a few clicks away from becoming your own boss

How do I register as self-employed in Belgium?

The first choice you face when establishing a business is between setting up a sole proprietorship or a company. Each have advantages.

What it means to be a one person company or partnership.

Should I ask for a VAT ID (USt-ID)? (as a Kleinunternehmer or subject to VAT)

How to read letters you receive from the Finanzamt?

If you make less that 25.000€ turnover per year, you can be recognized as Small business and will not charge VAT. Here is how it works.

What are the criteria to register as Kleinunternehmer

Simon

Louise

Register as a Self-Employed

In this article, we decode what the different tax numbers mean and explain how and where to get them from.

🇩🇪 Freelancing in Germany: Understanding your tax numbers

Everything you need to know about your taxes? There is no short answer for this, but a little overview anyway:

What are my tax obligations?

🇩🇪Single Entry vs Double Entry Book-keeping

Understanding Your Salary as a One-Person Company in Belgium (BV/SRL)

This article explains how Belgian income tax works, especially the tax-exempt portion and how to calculate your net tax.

Understanding personal income tax and what the "tax-exempt income portion" really means

Iris

Guide to your tax obligations

You’ve taken the first big step - now here’s what happens next and how to make the most of the waiting time.

I submitted my Fragebogen: What happens next?

Here’s what to check, who to contact, and how to move things forward.

It’s been over 6 weeks and I still haven’t received my Steuernummer (tax number): What should I do?

Here are your legal options - and how to keep your business moving in the meantime.

I don’t have my Steuernummer (tax number) yet, but I need to invoice a client: What can I do?

Your step-by-step guide to fill out the Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung - and register your self-employment with confidence.

How to fill out the Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung (tax registration questionnaire)

Everything you need to know about tax registration as a freelancer in Germany

"Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung" - tax registration questionnaire

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