How can I lodge an appeal against my trade tax assessment?
June 2, 2024 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Isabel Möller
Dear tax advisor,
My name is Günther Eder and I run a medium-sized company in the metal processing industry. Recently, I received my trade tax assessment for the past year and I am not satisfied with the results. In my opinion, the assessment contains errors that lead to an excessive tax burden.
I have carefully and diligently prepared my trade tax return and I am confident that the numbers provided are correct. Nevertheless, a higher trade tax base amount was assigned to me than I had expected. This places a financial burden on my company and constitutes an unfair disadvantage.
I am unsure about how to proceed against this trade tax assessment. Should I file an objection in order to obtain a reassessment of the tax burden? What legal steps are necessary for this and how can I ensure that my objection is successful?
It is important to me that my company is fairly taxed and does not have to bear unjustified burdens. I hope you can assist me with this matter and explain to me the best course of action for filing my objection against the trade tax assessment.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Günther Eder
Dear Mr. Eder,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your trade tax assessment. It is understandable that you are not satisfied with the result and are concerned about the fair taxation of your business. I am happy to provide you with some information and advice on how best to appeal against the assessment.
First and foremost, it is important to check whether there are indeed errors in the trade tax assessment. To do so, you should carefully review the calculation provided by the tax office and compare it with your trade tax return and relevant documents. It is possible that errors have been made that have led to the higher tax burden.
If you are certain that the assessment is erroneous, you should lodge an appeal immediately. This must be done in writing to the relevant tax office and within the deadline for appeals. In your appeal, you should clearly state which points you believe to be incorrect and why you are demanding a reassessment of the tax burden.
It is advisable to seek the assistance of an experienced tax advisor in formulating your appeal to ensure that all relevant points are considered. A well-prepared appeal increases the chances of success and a correction of the trade tax assessment.
Once you have submitted your appeal, the tax office will review it and make a decision. If your appeal is rejected, you have the option to file a lawsuit with the tax court. Again, it is recommended to be represented by a tax advisor or lawyer to best represent your interests.
I hope this information helps you in challenging the erroneous trade tax assessment. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. I wish you success in resolving the matter and obtaining fair taxation for your business.
Best regards,
Isabel Möller
Tax Advisor
