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Luxembourg: Worked Example of Tax on Rent

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Last Updated: Nov 29, 2007

Tax Example: Rent

Non-resident couple's joint monthly rental income1 €1,500 €6,000
Annual Rental Income 18,000 72,000
Less Depreciation Allowance2 (6,605)3 (20,571)4
Less Costs5 (1,800) (7,200)
Less Standard Deduction6 (480) (480)
= Taxable Income 9,115 43,749
Income Tax Rates7  
Income Tax   1,401 8,712
Annual Income Tax Due €1,401 €8,712
Tax Due as % of Gross Income 7.78% 12.10%
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained above is marketing material only and is not written tax advice directed at the particular facts and circumstances of any person and should not be relied upon. We encourage you to discuss your particular situation with us or an independent tax advisor. This information was last updated on November 29, 2007.


Notes


1 The property is jointly owned by husband and wife.

2 The rate of depreciation allowance is 2% for properties over 6 years old.

3 The property value is estimated to be €330,275.

4 The property value is estimated to be €1,028,571.

5 Estimated values. Deductible costs are maintenance and repair costs, insurance premiums, management charges, and real estate tax (10% of annual rental income).

6 The standard deduction is €480.

7 Income is taxed at progressive rates.

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