Car Sharing in Germany: How to Save on Fuel Prices in Germany
Car sharing is becoming an increasingly viable alternative to buying a car in Germany. Expats or any foreigners who plan to stay in Germany for a short term or anyone who wants to save money can benefit from car sharing services and save up on rising fuel prices in Germany.
All About SCHUFA Credit Check Explained (2022 Update)
Have you been asked for a Schufa certificate? But exactly is it Schufa credit check and how does it work? And where can you get Schufa in Germany? Learn more in this post.
How to Choose Private Liability Insurance For Expats in Germany
Nearly 85% of Germans have private liability insurance. Let's take a look at why private liability insurance for expats in Germany is a must-have for any foreigner living in this country.
Pension for Freelancers in Germany – Rürup and Riester Schemes Explained
Last updated on August 9th, 2020 at 10:26 pm Are you planning to live in Germany for long term? If you are a freelancer in Germany then you might want to start thinking of a proper pension scheme. Let’s take a detailed look at pension for freelancers in Germany. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today – if there ever was a saying more relevant to a pension – especially for freelancers. Freelancers in Germany are not insured in the statutory pension schemes and are left to take care of their retirement plans as early as possible. What options are there for a pension for freelancers…
How to (Easily!) File Tax Return in Germany for Under €50!
Need to file your annual German tax return soon? Make your expat taxes in Germany easy with these intuitive German tax return software. Learn more in this post.
Best English Accounting Software in Germany (2022 Update)
Like most non-German freelancers I have also suffered through hair-pulling moments while managing my accounts and taxes in Germany. However, life got much better, once I found out that there is plenty of English accounting software in Germany. Here is a summary of some of the accounting software for freelancers in Germany that support multiple languages.
Tax Tips For Bloggers in Germany – How to Tax Your Blog Income Like a Pro
Are you a blogger living in Germany earning an income from your blog? If yes, then read these tax tips for bloggers in Germany.
Are You A Freiberufler, Freelancer or Gewerbe in Germany
Do you want to be self-employment in Germany? Read to understand the differences between a Freiberufler (Freelancer) or Gewerbe in Germany?
6 Ways to Stay Financially Stable as a Freelancer in Germany
AKA how not to go broke as a business owner or freelancer in Germany. ;) Here are some of my top recommendations for staying one step ahead of natural calamities, freak accidents, non-paying clients or sudden sickness. And ensure that you can live a safe, and secure emotional and financial life in a foreign country. Some may call them necessary evil - but these essential insurances for freelancers in Germany can really keep you afloat in times of crisis.
How to Deal With Unpaid Invoices in Germany? (AKA How to Send a Mahnung to Your Clients)
Last updated on March 30th, 2021 at 10:40 pm Is your German client not paying you? What is the official dunning procedure and etiquettes for unpaid invoices in Germany? Learn how to write a friendly reminder and Mahnung to your German client. !Don’t forget to download the payment reminder samples at the end of this post! The freelance life can be hard on bank accounts. Drastic irregular income makes solid budgeting almost impossible. Do you know what makes this even more difficult? Clients who don’t pay on time. Last fall I secured a large budget project with a corporate client. Long story short, after paying the first milestone promptly,…
