Irina Emdina
Articles published by Irina Emdina
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E-Invoicing: Mandatory for Landlords? We Clarify the Facts
E-InvoicingFrom 2025, e-invoicing will become mandatory for many, but what does that mean for landlords? While private residential rentals generally remain exempt, commercial landlords must…
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Engaging a debt collection agency: when it’s worth it and what it costs
Accounts Receivable, PaymentsYou may engage a debt collection agency as soon as your claim is due, undisputed, and your customer is in default. As a rule, the…
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E-Invoice Implemented Incorrectly or Too Late: Penalties, Risks, and Safeguards
E-InvoicingWhat you need to know about penalties for e-invoices A specific “penalty” for e-invoices does not exist in the law. However, anyone who issues an…
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E-invoicing obligation for online retailers and Amazon sellers
Amazon, E-Invoicing, eCommerce, Online ShopIf you sell through marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, Kaufland, and OTTO Market, or through your own online shop, the e-invoicing obligation affects you in…
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What is SKR03/SKR04, and why do you actually no longer need to know it?
Accounting, Receipts, Tips & TricksThe terms SKR03 or SKR04 almost always come up in the first serious conversation with your tax advisor. This post clears up what they mean,…
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New customs duty requirement as of July 2026: packages from non-EU countries will become more expensive with immediate effect
eCommerce, Online ShopSince 1 July 2026, new customs rules apply to online purchases from non-EU countries. The previous customs duty exemption threshold of 150 euros has been…
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The EN 16931 standard: The foundation of the electronic invoice (E-Rechnung)
E-InvoicingEN 16931 is a European standard that defines the semantic data structure of an electronic invoice. It was initiated by the European Union (EU) to…
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Steuererklärung (tax return) for Self-Employed Individuals 2026: Tax Types, Software, and Practical Tips
TaxesTax returns are a mandatory part of being self-employed. They are required by law but also provide an opportunity to better understand your own finances…
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Advance payment invoice: Mandatory information and tax-specific details
Accounting, Receipts, TaxesIf you require an advance payment from your customers, there are a number of legal points to consider. Unlike a conventional invoice, which is usually…
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Invoice: Structure, components, and mandatory information required under German law
AccountingAn invoice is far more than a simple proof of payment. It is a legally relevant document with tax and accounting implications. Whether you provide…
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