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A guide to your 2024 tax return

Aske Buemann

CEO & Co-founder

Advance statement 2024

Understanding the Danish tax system can be difficult. An important part of it is understanding what an advance statement is and how it works.

In November 2023, the Danish Tax Agency opened access to the tax assessment for 2024. Are you sure that your tax assessment is set correctly?

A study from TaxHelper finds that Danes on average have set their interest rates 50% incorrectly. This applies to consumer loans, mortgages, car loans and student loans. And it's not just interest rates that can be wrong. The same study finds that Danes on average have their income set 10% incorrectly, so if, for example, you earn DKK 500,000 a year, it is DKK 50,000 too high or low.

In this blog post, we will explore this very topic and give you three tips to get your tax return in order.

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A guide to your tax return

What is an advance payment statement?

A withholding tax statement is an overview of how much tax you have to pay during the year. This statement is the basis for how much tax you pay each month. It is based on your expected income and deductions for the coming year and helps the Danish Tax Agency estimate your taxable income.

How does an advance statement work?

The withholding tax return provides an estimate of your finances for the coming year. When filling out your tax return, you need to list your expected income and expenses, including salary, interest income, and any deductions you are entitled to. Our best advice for your 2024 tax return is to be proactive and keep your information up to date

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Then TaxHelper+ could be for you! TaxHelper+ works as follows:

  1. You create your TaxHelper+ membership on our platform - first month is free
  2. We check every month if your income, interest etc. is correct on SKAT (on your withholding tax statement)
  3. You can relax and enjoy the fact that your risk of a tax bill next year is much lower

Our more than 1,000 members have already received an average of DKK 4,006 more this year.

Three tips to get a handle on your prepayments:

  1. Keep track of changes in your finances: Your finances may change from year to year. It could be a new job opportunity, a home purchase or other changes. It's important to update your tax return in line with these changes to avoid surprises at the end of the year.
  2. Take advantage of deductions: There are many deductions available, such as interest expenses, union dues and transportation deductions. Review these carefully and make sure to include them in your tax return to reduce your taxable income.
  3. Check your withholding statement regularly: It is a good idea to check your withholding statement regularly to make sure it is up to date and reflects your current situation. This can help you avoid over- or underpaying taxes.

Getting to grips with your tax return requires a little time and attention, but it can pay off in the form of a smoother tax process and potential savings. By following these three tips, you can increase your understanding of your tax return.

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