Business & Self-employment

Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.

Business & Self-employment

Start, register, test and grow a business in Germany.

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Business at a glance
Setup paths4
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Tax checkpoints6+
Risk checks5
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You're in Freelance & Self-employment. Use this to work independently or earn side income. Start with Scheinselbstständigkeit Radar if you depend on one client.

What this does: Shows the self-employed pension gap and how to close it.
When to use it: Early — the gap compounds with every year ignored.
What you need: Your age, expected income and current pension contributions.
What to do next: Set a monthly private/Rürup contribution; a Steuerberater can optimise it.

Estimate for preparation — not tax advice. Confirm figures with a Steuerberater or your Finanzamt.

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Start a business in Germany — founding guide