Investing in Real Estate: A Tax Perspective Real estate is often seen as one of the most attractive long-term investments in Switzerland. But before you sign on the dotted line, it’s worth knowing how the tax authorities in Vaud and Geneva view your investment activity. Why? Because whether you’re considered an ordinary investor or a professional real estate trader can have a … Read More
Ask Albatross: Launching Your Business in Switzerland: A Quick-Start Guid
Thinking of Starting Your Own Business? If you’re ready to launch a side hustle or even go full-time with your skills or products here in Switzerland, you’re in the right place! Let’s break down some essentials to get you moving with confidence. Click here to read more
Ask Albatross: Should You Get Married…for Tax Reasons?
To marry or not to marry—from a tax perspective. This article won’t cover the emotional, legal, or social aspects of marriage, but rather takes a closer look at how marital status can affect your income taxes in Switzerland—specifically in Canton Vaud. Click here to read more
Ask Albatross: Saving Money While Saving for the Future: Understanding Pillar 3A
If you’re required to file a Swiss tax return in Canton Vaud, here’s a tip: take advantage of the 3rd pillar A. It’s a simple and effective way to reduce your tax bill, yet many people still overlook this straightforward opportunity. Pillar 3A offers more flexibility and simplicity than the pension buy-back system (which we’ll cover in a future article). … Read More
Impact – Intérêt moratoire (Impôts et taxes) – COVID19
Eu égard à la situation extraordinaire, le Conseil fédéral a décidé, le 20 mars 2020, d’adopter des mesures dans le domaine des impôts et des taxes et notamment une ordonnance instaurant la renonciation temporaire aux intérêts moratoires. Conformément aux dispositions de cette ordonnance, du 20 mars 2020 au 31 décembre 2020, aucun intérêt moratoire n’est dû en cas de paiement … Read More
Réforme Fiscale (RFFA)
Il nous paraît utile de faire le point de la situation maintenant que cette importante réforme a été massivement plébiscitée. Diverses modifications des lois fédérales interviendront au 1er janvier 2020. On peut citer au niveau fédéral ; L’augmentation à 70% de l’imposition partielle des dividendes provenant de participations qualifiées (min. 10% du capital social) dans le patrimoine privé et professionnel des … Read More