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Understanding Tax on Your Airbnb/Vrbo Property Abroad

Understanding Tax on Your Airbnb/Vrbo Property Abroad

Renting out your holiday home or buy-to-let on a home-sharing website such as Airbnb or Vrbo can yield attractive returns. However, tax on Airbnb property abroad can be perplexing.
Many overseas landlords don’t realize how much tax they owe as a host. Are you getting all of your tax breaks?
We’ve answered some of the most common tax questions from short-term rental hosts with properties abroad like you. Here is what you need to know about tax on Airbnb property abroad.

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French Property Tax

The complete guide to French property taxes – Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and CFE refund

The complete guide to French property taxes – Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and CFE refund

France abolished the Taxe d’Habitation for main homes in 2023, but non-resident landlords and second home owners remain fully liable for the Taxe Foncière and the CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises). This essential guide breaks down your remaining property tax obligations, clarifies the new rules for furnished rentals, and provides the exact steps you need to follow to claim your often-overlooked CFE refund.

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Property Tax Tips / Spanish Property Tax

Spanish Rental Income Tax (Modelo 210) Update 2024: Quarterly vs. Annual Filing

Spanish Rental Income Tax (Modelo 210) Update 2024: Quarterly vs. Annual Filing

The primary change to Spanish rental income tax now permits non-resident property owners to file their tax returns (Modelo 210) annually instead of being subject to the former quarterly filing requirement. This new annual deadline for rental income earned from 2024 onward falls on January 20 of the following year, though all income earned prior to 2024 must still be filed quarterly.

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German Property Tax

German rental property – what expenses are tax-deductible?

German rental property – what expenses are tax-deductible?

Owning a rental property in Germany comes with numerous opportunities to reduce your taxable income. From financing costs like mortgage interest and bank fees to property maintenance, utility expenses, and administrative fees, many expenses qualify as tax-deductible Werbungskosten. In this guide, we break down the main categories—financing and acquisition costs, repairs and maintenance, property management, and more—so you can maximize your tax savings while staying fully compliant with German tax laws.

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