GmbH vs UG in Germany: Business Structures Explained
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For example, registering in Monheim am Rhein (Hebesatz: 250) instead of Munich (Hebesatz: 580) reduces the trade tax rate significantly.
AfterFor example, registering in Monheim am Rhein (Hebesatz: 250) instead of Munich (Hebesatz: 490) reduces the trade tax rate from approximately 17% to approximately 8.75%, saving over 4,000 EUR per 50,000 EUR of profit.
Why: Munich's trade tax multiplier (Hebesatz) was overstated at 580% instead of the correct current 490%, which is also inconsistent with the 490% figure used elsewhere on the site for Munich.
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