Real Estate Taxation
Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Taxes, VAT
Your goals
In Switzerland the taxation of real estate is a complex matter, since the practices and tax consequences vary depending on the canton. Furthermore, tax considerations are not limited to the real estate itself, but can affect any transaction involving the property of real estate. By means of tax rulings, the tax consequences can be clarified in advance.
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- Tax planning
- Support for acquisitions, sales, asset swaps
- Change of economic ownership
- Expert opinions and second opinions
- Tax audits and tax proceedings
- Tax compliance
- Current and deferred tax calculations
- Mergers, acquisitions and transactions
MME Integrated Approach
MME has extensive experience in advising on real estate matters and can also assist you with services that go beyond tax law.
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Dr. Samuel Bussmann
Tax Partner
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Dr. Walter Frei
Legal & Tax Partner
T +41 44 254 99 66
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Dr. Mónika Molnár
Tax Partner
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Andreas Müller
Tax Partner
T +41 41 726 99 71
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Christoph Rechsteiner
Tax Partner
T +41 44 254 99 79
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Stefan Schwaller
Senior Tax Advisor
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Claudio Jenni
Senior Tax Advisor
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Services Tax
From the magazine
Overview of Individual Taxation in Switzerland
Individuals are subject to several taxes on federal as well as on cantonal and communal levels, such as income tax, wealth tax, withholding tax, value added tax, inheritance and gift tax, real estate capital gain tax, real estate transfer taxes, property taxes or personal taxes. Please find below a detailed overview of the taxation of individuals in Switzerland.
Changes in Tax Law
As of 1 January 2019, various amendments to laws and ordinances in tax law will come into force.
All magazine reportsPublications
Immobilienübertragungen in Anlagestiftungen
Michèle Landtwing Leupi
Real Estate Transactions: A Practical Global Guide