When Are You Actually Ready to Start Freelancing in Germany? The question most expats ask too late – and how to know if the timing is right for you Every week, I speak with expats who want to become freelancers in Germany. Some are excited and ready to start immediately. […]
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The 3 Patterns I See in Almost Every Freelancer’s First Year in Germany And What Actually Helps Starting a freelance business in Germany often looks exciting from the outside. You register your business, design a website, maybe even land your first client quickly. It feels like momentum. But after working with […]
The Questions That Change Everything A while ago, a client came to me feeling pretty confident. They had done their homework. Researched online. Asked Google. Even used AI to double-check decisions. On paper, everything looked fine. But during our conversation, something became clear very quickly:They had answers, but to the wrong […]
Why Early Business Registration in Germany Pays Off: A Freelancer´s Story Starting a freelance business in Germany is exciting, but it comes with legal obligations that many newcomers underestimate. One common mistake? Waiting to register because “I haven’t made any money yet.” Delaying registration isn’t just risky; it can cost […]
What 15 Years in Business Taught Me About Supporting Expat Freelancers in Germany Are you thinking about starting a freelance business in Germany? Whether you’re already here or planning your move, freelancing in Germany can be full of opportunity – but also full of confusion. Over the past years, I’ve […]
Top 5 Business Assumptions Expats Make in Germany (And Why They’re Costly) Why Assumptions Are Your Enemy When Starting or Running a Business Abroad Starting or running a business as an expat in a new country is an exciting challenge. But it’s also a journey full of complexity. Many expats […]
BFSG in Germany: Accessibility Requirements for Digital Products & Services The Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG), also known as the Barrier-Free Accessibility Act, is a crucial piece of legislation in Germany that aims to ensure digital products and services are accessible to people with disabilities. This article will give you an overview of […]
New Rules for 2025: Tax, VAT, and E-Invoicing Changes Freelancers Should Prepare For The start of a new year often comes with changes to legal, tax, and administrative rules that can affect freelancers and business owners in Germany. Keeping up with these updates is essential to avoid fines, missed opportunities, […]
Why Quick Business Setups Fail In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wanting to start your freelance business or small venture as quickly as possible. But when freelancers and business owners take a “quick and dirty” approach to setting up their business – without planning, […]
Starting Up in Germany: A Guide for Expats in Freelancing and Business Ownership If you’re considering making Germany your base as a freelancer or business owner, you’re in for an exciting journey. Germany offers a dynamic environment with numerous opportunities, but understanding how to navigate the legal, administrative, and cultural […]