Glossary · Property tax

Grundsteuer

An annual municipal tax on land and buildings, paid by the owner and often passed on to tenants.

After the reform, the calculation method differs by federal state. The municipality sets its own multiplier.

You receive a notice from the tax office and a separate payment notice from the municipality.

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General information on German tax law, not advice on your individual case.

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