- The Federal Fiscal Court ruled that tariff optimizers’ activities are VAT-exempt under sec. 4 no. 11 of the German VAT Act.
- Tariff optimizers act as intermediaries between insured persons and insurers, facilitating contract amendments for better terms.
- The court confirmed that success-based remuneration and portfolio maintenance are typical of insurance broker activities.
- The decision ensures tariff optimizers are treated the same as other insurance intermediaries for VAT purposes, preventing competitive disadvantages.
Source: kmlz.de
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