{"id":4257,"date":"2022-10-24T12:57:15","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T10:57:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/blog\/what-is-the-best-tax-software-for-freelancers-in-germany\/"},"modified":"2024-09-25T16:00:34","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T14:00:34","slug":"tax-software-freelancers-germany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/tax-software-freelancers-germany\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the best tax software for freelancers in Germany?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You are starting your own business and are looking for a tax software that allows you to handle your accounting and tax obligations without a tax advisor? Here you can find the best alternatives in comparison!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">There is now a whole range of alternatives on the market that offer tax software and apps. They differ greatly in terms of functionality, complexity and price. Find out which is the best tax solution for your individual situation in our comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-tax-software-is-there-for-self-employed-professionals\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax software is there for self-employed professionals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"accountable\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Accountable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/\">Accountable<\/a> is the perfect tax solution for anyone just starting as a self-employed person<\/strong> and for freelancers who want to do their taxes without a lot of stress, complicated software or tax advisors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">What makes the solution unique is the possibility to prepare all accounting and tax obligations as a self-employed professional in English, directly in one solution. They can also be sent directly to the Finanzamt (tax office).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Also particular is the focus on personal customer support in English. You get more than just a software, the team helps you with answers to all tax questions and supports you, should you have problems with the Finanzamt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-accountable\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of Accountable?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">create all the tax returns you have to submit as a self-employed person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return, income tax, yearly VAT return, profit &amp; loss statement, trade tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Write invoices and send them directly to your clients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Manage receipts and save taxes by deducting them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">English version<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Book additional tax advisor services or invite your tax advisor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-accountable-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does Accountable offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Accountable offers you the complete package for your taxes. All tax obligations for self-employed people are covered. You can create your tax returns via app and desktop version and submit them directly to the Finanzamt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\"><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/umsatzsteuervoranmeldung-vat-return\/\">VAT return<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\"><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/income-tax-freelancers-germany\/\">Income tax return<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\"><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-einnahmenuberschussrechnung\/\">Profit &amp; loss statement<\/a> (E\u00dcR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\"><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/gewerbesteuer-3-steps\/\">trade tax<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Zusammefassende Meldung<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">yearly VAT return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-accountable-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Accountable have an App?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yes!<\/strong> Accountable is one of the few app-first tax solutions. So not only do you get the web version on your desktop, but you also have a complete, sophisticated app with well-produced features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">This way, you can take care of all accounting tasks, such as scanning receipts, directly on-the-go. You can also submit your regular VAT return directly from your smartphone. Doing taxes doesn&#8217;t get any more convenient than this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-accountable-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does Accountable cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Accountable offers <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/pricing\/\">three different versions<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Free: A forever free version with limited use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">SMALL: 15,50\u20ac per month. Especially created for <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/kleinunternehmer-guide\/\">Kleinunternehmer<\/a> (small business)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">PRO: 22,50\u20ac per month. Unlimited access to all features. In PRO you create all tax returns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-accountable-have-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Accountable have a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/onboarding.accountable.de\/en\">test Accountable for free for 14 days<\/a>. You don&#8217;t have to provide your credit card details. After that, you can simply use the free version or upgrade to stay in PRO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-you-should-use-accountable\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Why you should use Accountable:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Especially if you&#8217;re just starting your own business or don&#8217;t have extensive tax knowledge yet, Accountable is perfect for you!<\/strong> The app and web version offer you exactly the features you need to do all your tax returns and related bookkeeping stress-free. Also, you have a team that is available to help. So you don&#8217;t have to worry about tax obligations and hassles with the Finanzamt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/\">Test it now!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"sevdesk\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">SevDesk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">SevDesk is a bookkeeping software for the self-employed people. It offers the necessary features to keep your bookkeeping under control. However, the tool is especially practical for self-employed people in e-commerce, since it offers a direct connection to the most common store systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-sevdesk\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of SevDesk?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Write and send invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Manage receipts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">E-Commerce integration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-sevdesk-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does SevDesk offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to a whole range of accounting features, you can SevDesk to take care of these tax obligations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Profit &amp; loss statement (E\u00dcR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Income statement (Profit and loss statement if you have to do double bookkeeping)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-sevdesk-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does SevDesk have an App?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. With the app, you can scan receipts and write invoices, allowing you to do some of your bookkeeping on-the-go at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-sevdesk-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does SevDesk cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">SevDesk offers three pricing models:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Write invoices: from 8,90\u20ac per month<br>Do your bookkeeping: from 17,90\u20ac per month<br>Complete features: from 42,90\u20ac per month<br>In addition, you can book some features as optional extensions, if you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-sevdesk-have-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does SevDesk have a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">You can test SevDesk for free for 14 days. You don&#8217;t have to provide any credit card details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"when-should-you-use-sevdesk\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">When should you use SevDesk:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">SevDesk is suitable for you if you have an online business and want a direct connection to your store. Also, if you are looking for a particularly comprehensive tool for your digital bookkeeping, you can use SevDesk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>However, if you want to take care of your tax obligations as well as your bookkeeping, you would need additional software or a tax advisor.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"sorted\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Sorted<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Sorted offers you a digital tool to prepare your tax returns and send them to the Finanzamt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-sorted\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of Sorted?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Write and send invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Tax returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Book additional tax consultant services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-sorted-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does Sorted offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">With Sorted you can prepare the most important tax returns for freelancers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">regular VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Income tax return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Profit &amp; loss statement (E\u00dcR)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-sorted-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Sorted have an App?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">No. Sorted currently only offers an online version that you can use from your desktop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-sorted-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does Sorted cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">With Sorted, you can choose from three different plans:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Free: Invoice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\"><a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/blog\/kleinunternehmer-guide\/\">Kleinunternehmer<\/a> (small business): 98\u20ac per year. Complete all tax returns as a Kleinunternehmer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Complete features: 20\u20ac per month. With it, you can do your VAT return in addition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-sorted-offer-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Sorted offer a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">You can always use the free version of Sorted, but you&#8217;ll have to pay to upgrade if you want to prepare a tax return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"when-should-you-use-sorted\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">When should you use Sorted?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for simple software to handle the basics of your tax obligations as self-employed professional, you can use Sorted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"lexware-office\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Lexware Office<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The bookkeeping software by Lexware Office offers all the features that entrepreneurs need: Writing invoices, managing clients and suppliers and handling their accounting together with a tax advisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-lexware-office\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of Lexware Office?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Write invoices, offers and reminders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Manage receipts and customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">book additional offers from partners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-lexware-office-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does Lexware Office offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">You can prepare and submit a few of the most important tax obligations with Lexware Office:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">regular VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">profit &amp; loss statement (E\u00dcR and Gewinn- und Verlustrechnung)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-lexware-office-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Lexware Office have an app?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The app can mostly be used to scan receipts and to write invoices directly from your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-lexware-office-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does Lexware Office cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Lexware Office offers a range of four different packages, with prices varying depending on the number of your employees and the range of features. You can use the program if you have up to 50 employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Prices start at 6,90\u20ac for the S package and end at 179,90\u20ac per month for the XL package. However, the tax returns are only included in the L &nbsp;and XL version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Figuring out which price package you actually need can be a bit complicated given the large number of features. However, there is no minimum subscription time and you can cancel monthly. So it&#8217;s easy to try the different packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-lexware-office-have-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does Lexware Office have a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">You can try Lexware Office for free for 30 days, but if you do, you won&#8217;t get the promotional discount that you only get if you buy one of the paid packages directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-you-should-use-lexware-office\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Why you should use Lexware Office<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lexware Office is especially suitable for advanced self-employed professionals and entrepreneurs with several employees.<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t know much about taxes and accounting, the many dashboards and features that you might not need can quickly become overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"elster\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">ELSTER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ELSTER is the free nationwide platform to electronically submit tax returns to the Finanzamt (tax office)<\/strong>. Creating a &#8216;My Elster&#8217; account is free of charge and makes it possible to submit tax returns paperless and without additional software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-elster\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of ELSTER?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">With ELSTER, all forms that previously had to be sent to the Finanzamt in paper form, can now be filled out online and digitally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Applications, objections and notifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Tax returns for self-employed persons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Tax returns for employees and special cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-elster-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does ELSTER offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">With ELSTER, you can submit all required tax returns and forms for self-employed professionals and employees:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Income tax return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Profit determination (e.g. profit &amp; loss statement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Gewerbesteuer (trade tax)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-elster-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does ELSTER have an app?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The Elster Smart App is mainly used for authentication, to access your own My ELSTER account at any time. It doesn&#8217;t include any bookkeeping or tax features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-elster-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does ELSTER cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">ELSTER is a project of the states and the federal government of Germany, so its use is completely free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-elster-offer-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does ELSTER offer a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">There is no trial version, as the creation of an account is completely free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-you-should-use-elster\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Why you should use ELSTER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Especially for self-employed people without prior knowledge or &#8216;beginners&#8217;, ELSTER can quickly seem confusing and complicated. The handling of the certification file alone is unfamiliar to many. In addition, ELSTER cannot do the bookkeeping for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">If you are looking for a way to file your tax returns completely on your own and free of charge, you can use ELSTER for that. But&nbsp;it can&#8217;t hurt to have the basic tax knowledge to use ELSTER without frustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"steuersparerklarung-for-freelancers\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung for freelancers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The tax software is available as a download and allows you to prepare your tax return in a question-and-answer style. It doesn&#8217;t offermore bookkeeping features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-steuersparerklarung\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of&nbsp;SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The program is mainly specialized in the preparation of income tax returns. In addition, you get tax tips and information about the latest changes in the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Income tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Manage receipts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-steuersparerklarung-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">The current income tax return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-steuersparerklarung-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung have an app?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">No, the program is only available as a download.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-steuersparerklarung-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">You can choose between these options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Subscription: 84,95\u20ac per year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">One time payment: 94,95\u20ac<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-steuersparerklarung-have-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung have a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, there is a trial version available for download. If you want to use the full version, you have to buy an unlock code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-you-should-use-steuersparerklarung\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Why you should use SteuerSparErkl\u00e4rung<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">If you only want to file your income tax return as a self-employed person, you can use the program. However, for accounting and regular tax reporting, you will need another tool. In addition, you have to buy the program as a download and cannot log in directly via the browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"wiso\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">WISO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">WISO is the digital tax return from Buhl. The program is not only for the self-employed, but can also be used by employees for the tax return. The advantage is that WISO can retrieve your insurance data, etc. directly from the Finanzamt and fill it in for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-main-features-of-wiso\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What are the main features of WISO?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">direct access to your tax data from the Finanzamt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Manage receipts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">All tax returns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-tax-returns-does-wiso-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What tax returns does WISO offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">income tax return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Gewerbesteuer (trade tax)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-wiso-have-an-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does WISO have an app?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can also use the app to prepare your tax return for the Finanzamt. The download of the tax app is free. If you want to submit your tax return, it costs \u20ac29.99 per tax year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-does-wiso-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">What does WISO cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">WISO offers three different versions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-disc list-outside ml-0 mb-4 space-y-2\">\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">Free: Test everything and only pay when you file your tax return.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">WISO Tax: 35,99\u20ac. File up to 5 tax returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"font-inter text-base text-black\">ProfiCheck: from 134,99\u20ac. A tax expert checks your data before you submit it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-wiso-offer-a-free-trial\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Does WISO offer a free trial?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can create an account for free and use the tax retrieval from the Finanzamt. If you want to submit your tax return, you have to buy the paid version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-you-should-use-wiso\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Why you should use WISO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">The tax program is especially useful if you have other tax obligations in addition to your work as a self-employed person or employee, for example, if you have to pay property tax. Then, WISO is the solution that covers the most obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"which-tax-software-is-the-best-for-me\" class=\"wp-block-heading font-degular scroll-mt-32\">Which tax software is the best for me?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Nowadays, there are a number of various tax programs, software and apps that can help to make your life with accounting and taxes as a self-employed person easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">But which solution you choose in the end depends on your individual situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a larger company with employees, Lexware Office, for example, can cover what you need for accounting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you are just starting your self-employment and want to have all tax obligations for self-employed covered in one solution, then use <a class=\"font-inter text-purple underline underline-offset-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/en\/\">Accountable<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font-inter text-base leading-relaxed mb-4 first-of-type:mt-0 text-black wp-block-paragraph\">Since most tax programs have a free trial period, you can easily look at different software solutions and then choose the one you like best.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frame-6ee46-1024x382.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4287 rounded-lg max-w-full h-auto my-6\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frame-6ee46-1024x382.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frame-6ee46-323x120.png 323w, https:\/\/www.accountable.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frame-6ee46-768x286.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You are starting your own business and are looking for a tax software that allows you to handle your accounting and tax obligations without a tax advisor? 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