Steuern: Diese Nebenkosten können Mieter absetzen

Every autumn, most tenants receive their utility bill statement. This year, it could prove particularly inconvenient: since the 2025 property tax reform, it now appears on utility bill statements for the first time. Depending on the property and municipality, this may result in significant additional burdens. "Many tenants only look at their utility bill statement to see if they are getting money back or need to pay more," says Peter Schmitz, Managing Director of Buhl Tax Service, which provides tax software.

However, there is reason to take a closer look: "Even those who receive a refund can additionally save taxes on the included trades and household services." The property tax itself is not tax-deductible. Yet, many utility bill statements contain a tax bonus. What makes this special is that everyone benefits equally from the tax saving, regardless of their personal income level. This is because the deductible costs are directly subtracted from the tax liability.