Even in 2025, cash-intensive companies will still face growing challenges: new legal requirements, the advance of digitalisation and increased tax audits by the tax authorities make professional cash management essential.
Our practical experience from current tax audits shows that, particularly in cash-intensive industries such as the gastronomy and hotel industries,
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The introduction of the global minimum tax will result in new obligations for large corporate groups. A central component is the group holding report, which will be relevant for the first time for the 2024 financial year. This article highlights the most important aspects that companies in Germany will have to consider in the future.
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For many employees and self-employed people, the home office has become an important part of their work in the age of the home office. But when and how can you claim costs for such a home office against income tax? And when might the home office be considered business assets?
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As an innovative way to raise capital in the blockchain space, ICOs offer numerous opportunities but also raise tax and regulatory issues. This post gives you an overview of the tax aspects of ICOs from a private and business perspective and shows how to avoid tax pitfalls.
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Many property owners have now received their local property tax assessment and are shocked to find that the property tax payable from 2025 has increased many times over in some cases. How can this be and what options do property owners have? This article explains the most important aspects of the property tax reform with a focus on Bavaria.
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In the case of a wealth/salary gap between spouses, the property settlement swing offers the possibility of transferring assets to the ‘poorer’ spouse independently of the gift tax allowance (500,000 EUR). If gifts have been made between the spouses without their knowledge in the past (e.g. by making payments into a joint account),
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At the beginning of the year, the Federal Fiscal Court (BFH) mentioned in its ruling of 28 February 2020 that land in hotel businesses is not a privileged business asset for tax purposes, but that the land is a harmful administrative asset.
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When it comes to long-term planning for the transfer and protection of family wealth, many families face an important decision: should a family-managed company or a family foundation be set up?
Both legal forms offer advantages in terms of asset succession, protection and management,
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The media often report on adult adoptions, most recently on that of Erwin Müller, founder of the Müller drugstore chain. After a rift between him and his son, he had three hunting friends adopt him. The “coffee king” Albert Darboven, on the other hand, failed with the adoption of Andreas Jacobs,
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Transfer prices, also known as transfer pricing, are an essential element of international tax planning and compliance for companies that conduct cross-border business. Transfer pricing refers to the prices charged between affiliated companies – for example, a German company headquarters and its foreign subsidiaries or branches – for goods, services,
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The introduction of the e-invoicing requirement from 1 January 2025 poses enormous challenges for smaller companies in particular. At the same time, it offers a great opportunity, because by switching to e-invoicing, companies can not only meet legal requirements, but also lay the foundation for comprehensive digitalisation and automation of their business processes.
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A foundation as a ‘legally independent estate’ also requires management and must be represented externally, similar to associations or corporations, for example. This task is performed by the foundation’s board of directors. This article takes a closer look at the tasks of the foundation board, its remuneration and liability issues.
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Digitalisation is bringing about many changes. This also affects the way invoices are received and issued.
With effect from 2025, the Growth Opportunities Act has introduced new regulations into the VAT Act that are important for business owners in Germany – and these include landlords! These changes are aimed at digitalising the process of issuing and receiving invoices.
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Decentralised financial markets (DeFi) are becoming increasingly important and offer investors a promising alternative to traditional financial systems. With attractive opportunities such as lending, staking or using liquidity pools, there are numerous ways to generate passive income in the crypto world.
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Inheritance tax law provides for extensive exemptions from inheritance tax for business assets. Now, a ruling by the Federal Fiscal Court (BFH) has caused a stir in family-run businesses in the hospitality industry: the court has stated, almost in passing, that these tax advantages do not apply to accommodation and,
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Companies that hold crypto assets are subject to general accounting and record-keeping obligations, as well as specific requirements regarding documentation, valuation and the tax treatment of transactions. Eight key aspects help to minimise risks and ensure compliance with legal and tax requirements.
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German inheritance law treats unmarried couples like strangers – regardless of whether the relationship has existed for weeks, months or decades or whether the couple is even engaged. That is why unmarried couples – with or without children – should organise their estate in such a way that their partner is considered and protected in the event of death.
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In the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies, there are numerous ways for companies to promote projects and build a dedicated community. These include airdrops, which are used to distribute tokens or coins to a broad mass of people for free.
We will show you how airdrops work in detail,
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Young people tend to suppress the topic of death and all other related issues. This is especially true when it comes to wills. But at the latest when it comes to getting married and starting a family, young couples should consider the topic of wills and make individual arrangements.
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If several people become heirs and want to divide the estate among themselves, a “division of the estate” must take place. This often leads to disputes. Especially if the testator has left a property. This is because real estate usually has a value that is difficult to estimate. The inheritance settlement agreement to be concluded between the heirs must take into account both the legal and tax aspects of the division of the property.
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Germans like to donate. And yet it is not always clear to citizens whether the recipient is reputable and whether the money is being used as the donor intended. In order to create more transparency, the nationwide donor register introduced on 01.01.2024 is intended to provide a remedy.
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The term “ESG” is currently on everyone’s lips. ESG is no longer just a buzzword, but an expression of a changed economic culture as a result of social change, climate change and political crises. But why should non-profit organisations (NPOs) devote themselves to this topic and position themselves accordingly for the future?
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In March 2024, the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) published a draft amendment on the taxation of cryptocurrencies. This draft clarifies tax declaration, cooperation and record-keeping obligations that were already discussed in July 2022 but not implemented. Our article sheds light on the details.
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Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) offer companies a wide range of opportunities for new business models and sources of income. These digital assets have the potential to fundamentally change the way digital and physical goods are handled. At the same time, NFTs present companies with complex VAT challenges.
We look at possible business models opened up by NFTs and then address the challenges that arise when it comes to NFTs and VAT.
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Utility tokens open up new business models and revenue streams for companies that would not be possible in traditional markets. This gives them flexible and innovative ways to finance, retain users, reduce costs and create a dynamic and engaging blockchain ecosystem.
But what about the taxation of utility tokens?
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The requirements of the tax authorities for electronic cash registers are strict: there is an obligation to use a recording system with a certified technical security device (TSE). Electronic cash registers must also be able to issue a receipt for each business transaction. From January 1, 2025, businesses can now electronically transmit the type and number of their cash registers to the tax office.
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The Hamburg tax office has decided that airdrops of the Ethereum Name Service (ENS) and the Terra Name Service (TNS) are taxable. However, this opinion has no normative binding effect for other tax authorities. It is at the discretion of each tax authority to take its own tax position. Our article sheds light on the details and implications.
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When it comes to transferring assets to the next generation, there is always the issue of gift tax. If securities accounts are transferred by way of anticipated succession, a so-called usufructuary account reduces the gift tax for the person receiving the gift.
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If you want to set up a non-profit organization (NPO), sooner or later you will have to think about the right legal form and organization. To found an NPO, you can use the common legal forms from company law (GbR, GmbH, etc.).
It is important to know here: Under certain conditions,
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The European Union has introduced standards for corporate sustainability reporting, including the European Sustainability Reporting Standard (ESRS) E1. This standard relates to climate protection, climate adaptation and energy.
They oblige companies to report comprehensively. It covers both positive and negative, actual and potential impacts.
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Are you aware that there is a duty of disclosure for gifts and acquisitions by reason of death in accordance with Section 30 of the Inheritance Tax and Gift Tax Act (ErbStG)?
This duty of disclosure is an essential aspect of the tax treatment of inheritances and gifts and must be made within a certain period of time.
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Today, no company can avoid the topic of sustainability. This is due not only to pressure from investors, consumers and employees, but above all to new regulatory requirements such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the EU Taxonomy and the Supply Chain Sustainability Act (LkSG). These make non-financial reporting mandatory for many organizations.
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Anyone thinking about getting involved in society – possibly together with others – must decide at some point what legal form this should take.
If you want to set up a non-profit organization (NPO), you can use the usual legal forms from company law (GbR, GmbH, etc.). However,
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The European Union has taken decisive steps to increase energy efficiency in buildings. In March 2024, the EU Parliament voted in favor of the recast of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). The recast marks a turning point for the real estate sector. The initiative aims to reduce energy consumption and accelerate the transition to renewable energy,
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With the introduction of mandatory e-invoicing as part of the Growth Opportunities Act passed on 22 March 2024, companies in Germany are facing a significant change. However, instead of a bureaucratic nightmare, this change also offers opportunities for increased efficiency and digital transformation. Companies should therefore not view the implementation of the legal requirements as a chore,
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The German Supply Chain Act (LkSG), the European Supply Chain Act and the EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSRD), together with the EU taxonomy, lead to new reporting obligations for companies in Germany and the EU.
They affect small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) earlier than the respective size categories of the laws would suggest,
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What should you bear in mind for income tax purposes when selling property as a private asset? Unfavorably chosen constellations can also have far-reaching consequences for you in the future.
In principle, the increase in value of real estate is subject to income tax at the individual personal tax rate,
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At ACCONSIS, we constantly strive to impress our clients with our in-depth expertise and outstanding advisory services. We are therefore particularly proud that our efforts have been recognised accordingly. In 2024, ACCONSIS is once again one of the consulting firms in Germany that has received multiple awards, with four prestigious seals of approval from manager magazin,
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At the end of 2023, numerous online poker players who had carried out their activities on various platforms received mail from the tax investigation authorities. Some of these players were asked to complete a questionnaire regarding their poker activities. Others were immediately confronted with the opening of criminal proceedings on suspicion of tax evasion.
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Landlords beware: How to avoid unintentional mistakes on your tax return!
This article will give you an insight into how landlords can unintentionally become tax evaders. As the tax regulations in the area of letting are very complex, misunderstandings can easily arise and even well-intentioned actions can lead to serious consequences such as criminal tax proceedings.
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Did your parents or grandparents once fulfill their dream of owning their own property in Italy? Whether it was a vacation apartment on Lake Garda or a house in Tuscany, it is possible that this property will be included in the estate.
But what do you do with the property then?
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The F.A.Z.-INSITUT and the renowned market research company statista rank ACCONSIS among the best tax consultancies and auditors in 2024.
This award is based on a survey conducted in summer 2023, to which around 15,000 experts from tax consultancy and auditing firms as well as business and corporate clients were invited.
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Employers have the option of paying their employees tax-free allowances in addition to their salary for the care of their non-school-age children in kindergartens or similar facilities.
Read the following article to find out which facilities are eligible and which regulations and requirements apply.
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Many people associate the topic of tax evasion with celebrities who “end up” in prison for a certain period of time with a lot of hype in the tabloids. We remember, for example, soccer managers, ex-professional tennis players or star chefs who were tried for tax evasion, sentenced to prison and had to spend some time in jail.
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In 2023, homeowners and prospective property owners in Germany will have a wide range of opportunities to take advantage of financial incentives for energy-efficient construction and renovation. Families in particular will benefit from new KfW programs offering low-interest loans and extended credit terms. These support measures are part of a comprehensive strategy to promote sustainable real estate projects and environmental protection.
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When modernizing a home or changing ownership, the question arises as to what subsidy options or tax benefits are available and how they can be claimed.
Would you like to get an overview of the BEG individual measures grant, tax simplification for photovoltaic systems and new regulations for sales tax?
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Due to demographic change, the topic of company succession is becoming increasingly explosive, especially in medium-sized businesses. It requires careful preparation and poses numerous challenges for both the transferor and the transferee. Moreover, a takeover process can extend over several years if legal and tax aspects are to be used optimally.
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An employee of your company starts or ends his employment during the current month? If so, this has wage tax implications that need to be taken into account.
In the following article, you will learn when exactly a partial wage payment period arises and what must be taken into account for wage tax purposes.
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The tax office has gained access to crypto trades – a wake-up call for all crypto traders.
A new wind is blowing through the crypto world, as discussions are underway in the U.S. about whether Alternative Coins (Altcoins) should be classified as securities. This potential change raises questions:
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