What legal regulations exist when billing for tax advisor fees?
March 19, 2023 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Ingo Koch
Dear tax advisor,
I hope you can assist me with my concerns. My name is Theodor Höhne and I recently used the services of a tax advisor. Now I am faced with the challenge of understanding the billing of the tax advisor's fees and ensuring that everything is legally correct.
The situation is as follows: My tax advisor has sent me a bill for his services, but some items and entries are unclear to me. I wonder what legal regulations apply to the billing of tax advisor fees and what information must be included on the invoice. I am also concerned about whether I may have to pay excessive costs or if I can take advantage of discounts or exemptions.
Can you please explain to me specifically which legal regulations and guidelines must be considered when billing tax advisor fees? What information must be included on the invoice and how can I verify if the costs are reasonable? Are there any tax benefits or ways to reduce tax advisor fees?
I thank you in advance for your assistance and look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Theodor Höhne
Dear Mr. Höhne,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the billing of tax advisor fees. I understand that it is important to understand the costs transparently and legally correctly. I will gladly provide you with all relevant information on this matter.
When it comes to invoicing tax advisor fees, there are certain legal regulations and guidelines that must be followed. The tax advisor's invoice must include his name, address, tax number or VAT identification number, as well as your personal details such as name and address. Furthermore, the invoice must contain a detailed breakdown of the services provided and the costs incurred. It is important to carefully review the invoice to ensure that all information is correct.
In terms of the reasonableness of the costs, you should ensure that the costs are transparent and understandable. Upon request, the tax advisor should be able to provide you with a detailed breakdown of the costs. You can compare costs with other tax advisors in your area to check for excessive costs. You may also be able to take advantage of discounts or allowances, such as using lump sums or allowances for specific services.
There are also tax benefits and ways to reduce tax advisor costs. In many cases, the costs of tax advice can be claimed as business expenses or deductible expenses. You may also be able to benefit from tax advantages such as using allowances or lump sums. It is worth looking into this further and consulting your tax advisor if necessary.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Ingo Koch
