News and judgments from the world of TaxPro tax experts

Symbolic image of court decision – German Constitutional Court strengthens businesses in arm's length principle tax deduction case

Arm's length principle for tax deduction: Federal Constitutional Court overturns contractual requirement

The German Constitutional Court rules: Under the arm's length principle, a missing written contract does not automatically deny tax deductions for business expenses.

Patricia Lederer

Aug 113 min read

Disentanglement of permanent establishment abroad: Federal Fiscal Court confirms retroactive tax liability

Wer Wirtschaftsgüter ins Ausland überführt, riskiert Steuern. Warum die Kläger trotzdem gewonnen haben

Patricia Lederer

Aug 52 min read

TaxPro hilft Unternehmer:innen bei Einspruch und Prüfung – bei Steuerfragen direkt anrufen

Tax Office Control 2025: Who the investigators are targeting

Finanzamt prüft 2025 gezielt – vom Bargeldbetrieb bis zur Rente. Jetzt Einspruch richtig einlegen – mit Mustervorlage oder TaxPro-Expertise

Patricia Lederer

Aug 43 min read

Electronic filing of claims: BFH ruling specifies requirements for simple beSt signature

Der BFH hat entschieden: Elektronisch eingereichte Schriftsätze mit einfacher Signatur sind nur wirksam, wenn Absender und Unterzeichner dieselbe Person sind.

Patricia Lederer

Aug 43 min read

Richterhammer vor Gesetzbuch – Beitragsbild zum aktuellen TaxPro Newsbeitrag über ein BFH-Urteil im Steuerstreit

BFH confirms: No new hearing after resignation

BFH: Schriftliche Entscheidung bleibt auch nach Mandatsniederlegung zulässig Wer im finanzgerichtlichen Verfahren auf eine mündliche Verhandlung verzichtet, kann sich später nicht auf fehlende Vertretung berufen. Das hat der Bundesfinanzhof mit Beschluss vom 25.06.2025 (XI B 13/25) entschieden – veröffentlicht am 24.07.2025. Was das für Steuerpflichtige bedeutet und warum eine kluge Verfahrensstrategie entscheidend ist, erklären die Steuerexperten von TaxPro.

Patricia Lederer

Jul 262 min read

Tax assessments for cash-based businesses – TaxPro guarantees: No business owner pays for an assessment!

Viele Bargeldbetriebe wie Gastronomie, Kioske und Friseure kennen das Problem: Das Finanzamt schätzt Umsätze oft pauschal – ohne belastbare Beweise. Ein Musterprozess beim BFH könnte das jetzt ändern.

Patricia Lederer

Jul 152 min read

TaxPro GmbH Kundenfeedback: Positive Erfahrungen bei Betriebsprüfung und Steuerfahndung mit erfahrenen Steuerexperten

TaxPro GmbH Experiences – What our clients really say

Erfahren Sie, warum Unternehmer und Selbstständige TaxPro vertrauen: Kompetente Beratung, erfolgreiche Urteile und persönliche Betreuung aus über 30 Jahren Praxis.

Patricia Lederer

Jul 151 min read

Modernization and digitalization of the fight against undeclared work

The Federal Ministry of Finance modernizes the fight against undeclared work with automated data analysis and expanded sector focus. TaxPro advises companies comprehensively.

Patricia Lederer

Jul 132 min read

No trade tax addition of profit shares of a US silent partner

New ruling on July 3, 2025: Federal Fiscal Court clarifies limits of addition for silent partners with US connections – What companies and tax professionals need to know now

Patricia Lederer

Jul 42 min read

ECJ ruling: VAT despite formal errors? What companies need to know now

VAT on Re-Imports: CJEU Protects Businesses from Bureaucratic Overreach The latest ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union strengthens the position of entrepreneurs engaged in international trade. Customs and tax authorities are not allowed to impose excessive requirements when it comes to VAT exemptions on re-imported goods. Discover what this decision means for your business — and why TaxPro is your top choice when facing off against the tax authorities.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 302 min read

New ruling on mail from the tax office – why TaxPro is one step ahead

Federal Fiscal Court Confirms Three-Day Rule for Tax Office Mail TaxPro shows you how to avoid missed deadlines and challenge delivery errors — with proven success across Germany.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 272 min read

BFH ruling IX R 22/22: Scope of the right to information under the GDPR vis-à-vis the tax office

Federal Fiscal Court Strengthens Right to Access under GDPR against the Tax Office: Taxpayers gain comprehensive access to their personal data – ruling published on June 20, 2025.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 272 min read

Why TaxPro is the first choice for self-employed people and entrepreneurs in tax law

TaxPro is the first choice for the self-employed and entrepreneurs: Over 30 years of experience, top-level connections, successful court rulings, and personalized tax law advice.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 251 min read

TaxPro clients report: How we protect entrepreneurs from tax audits and tax investigations

TaxPro clients report successful protection against tax audits and investigations. Personalized support and decades of experience make all the difference.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 251 min read

How TaxPro provides clarity in tax assessments by the tax office – Federal Fiscal Court stops collection of standard rates

Tax estimate from the tax office? TaxPro reveals how the Federal Fiscal Court (BFH) criticizes the official reference value tables – and how you can fight back against unfair estimations.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 251 min read

TaxPro Experiences: Successful judgments and strong defense against the tax office

Conflicts with the tax office can be daunting. At TaxPro, we specialize in tax law and criminal tax matters – with proven success across Germany. Our court victories speak for themselves: From tax audits to investigations, we enforce your rights with determination. Find out why entrepreneurs trust TaxPro.

Patricia Lederer

Jun 251 min read