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Taxpayer, or taxpayer in French, defines the person, natural or legal (company) who is subject to taxes. The Brahin law firm in Nice specializes in supporting taxpayers in Nice and on the Côte d’Azur. Whether you are a French citizen or not, you may be subject to taxation in France.
Taxpaying in Nice? How does it work in France?
In France, several taxes are applied. For example, there is simply the VAT (Value Added Tax). This tax can go up to 20% for most goods and services. It is paid by the taxpayer directly upon purchase and collected by the company that markets the good or service. Then, the company must pay this amount back to the state.
If you run a business, it is important to be accompanied by experts such as the cabinet Brahin, to be sure to optimize your business and meet legal obligations.
Taxpayer: taxes related to housing
If you own your property in the town of Nice, for example, you are liable for property tax in Nice. It is a local tax, which every owner must pay once a year. It is calculated on the cadastral rental value of the property. You will therefore pay in property tax, the amount of approximately 6 months of potential rent, if your property was for rent.
In addition to the property tax, the housing tax. It is to be paid for any taxpayer who lives in a dwelling. The owner must therefore also pay his housing tax if he lives in his own accommodation.
If you are a tenant in Nice, you are not affected by the property tax… But you are still a taxpayer in Nice with the housing tax. For example, if you rent an apartment or a house on the Côte d’Azur, you do not pay the property tax, it is the owner of the property who pays it. However, living in the town, you are a taxpayer in Nice, so you must pay the housing tax. The calculation is made on the same basis with the rental value of the property.
Income tax for taxpayers
If you are an employee in France, you are a taxpayer of a
income tax. The latter is calculated according to your salary and your family situation (single or married, with or without children). Some situations are more advantageous than others, so it is important to get good advice to optimize your taxes. The Brahin law firm will study your personal situation and offer you the best possible solution.
Business taxes
If you are the manager of a company in Nice or in France, other taxes are inherent to your activity. It is therefore essential to inform yourself about your obligations and especially about the possible optimizations as a taxpayer in Nice. The savings over a few years can be significant with the right advice from experts in the field.
