Business & Self-employment
Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.
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Business & Self-employment
Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.
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You're in Money & Tax. Use this before you commit financially. Start with Tax Simulator and Hebesatz Mapper.
What this does: Calculates the true employer cost of a hire and compares benefits vs a raise.
When to use it: Before hiring or when planning compensation.
What you need: The gross salary and which benefits you're considering.
What to do next: Use the cheaper-for-same-net option; confirm payroll with a Steuerberater.
Estimate for preparation — not tax advice. Confirm figures with a Steuerberater or your Finanzamt.
For employers — pay guideder
Give your team more net for less cost — legally, with tax-free benefits.
You save
€2,696/year
Employee gets extra: +€2,652/year
The same net via a raise would cost you: €5,348/year
Pick tax-free benefits (per employee / month):
Must be granted on top of salary (not a salary conversion).
Set this up for your company →Estimate, 2026 rates. Tax-free limits & rates vary — confirm with your tax adviser. EziLens collects no data.