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Federal Court of Justice: Who pays the estate agent’s commission on a two-family house?
The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has ruled that anyone who fails to state that they are purchasing a property for their own use in good time loses their entitlement to half the estate agent’s commission.
Co-operative law: Cabinet approves comprehensive reform
The Cabinet has approved a reform of the Co-operative Act: faster formation, digital voting and greater protection against dubious business models.
The artists’ social security contribution will rise again to 5.0 per cent in 2027
From 2027, the artists’ social security contribution will rise from 4.9 to 5.0 per cent. What businesses need to know now.
Basic allowance for 2023: Münster Finance Court sees no constitutional issues
The Münster Finance Court considers the basic allowance for 2023, amounting to 10,908 euros, to be in accordance with the Constitution. An appeal to the Federal Finance Court is permitted.
Münster Fiscal Court: Notional business expenses must also be included in the case of double taxation agreement exemptions
Münster Finance Court: The 5 per cent flat-rate under Section 8b of the Corporation Tax Act (KStG) also applies to foreign income exempt under a double taxation agreement.
Agency agreement between a limited liability company (GmbH) and a shareholder as a hidden distribution of profits
Payments made by a GmbH to its shareholder may be regarded as a hidden distribution of profits. The Münster Finance Court highlights where contracts fall short.