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11 Best Tax Return Software Germany in 2023 – Suitable for Anyone

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Do you want to file a tax return in Germany but you don’t know the German language? No problem! In this article, you will find the 10 best tax return software in Germany for expats. Many of them are in English! You can choose the tax return software that best fits your needs in Germany. Besides, I will also share other useful information about filing a tax return in Germany, including the deadline, the process, different ways to submit a tax return, etc.

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Maintenance payments (Unterhaltszahlungen) – How to deduct in your German tax return?

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Moving to Germany but still supporting your parents back home financially? You are not alone. Do you know that you may deduct these maintenance payments (Unterhaltszahlungen) in your German tax return? It is not easy but it is worth it, especially if you are sending a lot of money and if you are in a high tax bracket.

In this article, I will share my personal experience of deducting maintenance payments in my German tax return. I will also explain how you can do the same and some tips to increase your chance of deducting your maintenance payments successfully.

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Filing US Tax When Living Abroad In Germany – An Overview For US Expats

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As a US expat, do you understand your tax impact when living abroad? The United States taxes its citizens based on citizenship and not residency. It means that you will have to take care of both German tax and US tax if you live abroad in Germany. In this article, you will find information about your tax obligations in both Germany and the US.

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