Passauf
2011-12-20 19:38:26
- #1
Real estate transfer tax or property tax?? There are some subtle differences.
As far as I know, the ECJ decided quite recently that our dear old state is completely justified in collecting real estate transfer tax, not only for the land but also for the property, on which we already have to pay VAT.
And besides, I have the overwhelming suspicion that the state very rarely gives back anything once it has it. And if one foolishly decides to litigate against it, the laws will simply be interpreted so that the authorities win. Tough luck for the taxpayer, their own fault. At least, that's my own experience.
With this, I only want to curb the reckless hope of getting even a penny back here.
As far as I know, the ECJ decided quite recently that our dear old state is completely justified in collecting real estate transfer tax, not only for the land but also for the property, on which we already have to pay VAT.
And besides, I have the overwhelming suspicion that the state very rarely gives back anything once it has it. And if one foolishly decides to litigate against it, the laws will simply be interpreted so that the authorities win. Tough luck for the taxpayer, their own fault. At least, that's my own experience.
With this, I only want to curb the reckless hope of getting even a penny back here.