Anyone starting their own business can quickly encounter numerous tax pitfalls during the establishment phase, the consequences of which are immensely significant for the future of the company. But who has the time to familiarize themselves with these issues as a new entrepreneur? This crash course provides relief. Whether it's income tax, trade tax, value-added tax, corporate tax, or capital gains tax - it guides you through the various types of taxes in an easily understandable way using a sample company. It also thoroughly addresses payroll tax for the first employees. Additionally, the book explains what you need to consider regarding tax implications when choosing the legal form of your business. This way, you can be on the safe side.

Content:

• Introduction of the sample company
• The importance of choosing the legal form of the business
• Forms related to business establishment
• External financing or founder grants
• Company car: yes or no
• Important documentation and retention obligations
• The distinction problems between income from business operations and income from self-employment
• Basics of bookkeeping
• Basics of income surplus calculation
• Basics of payroll tax
• Basics of value-added tax
• Basics of income tax
• Basics of corporate tax
• Basics of trade tax
• Tax-related ancillary services and responsibilities of tax offices
• Saving taxes with the investment deduction according to § 7g EStG
• Key elements of a business plan
• No fear of audits and the tax office.