Welcome

Welcome to the DLG Lohnsteuerhilfeverein tax advisory office in Berlin, Prenzlauer Berg.

My name is Giorgio de Cesare, and I am your dedicated tax advisor.

DLG is a tax assistance association (Lohnsteuerhilfeverein), comparable to an Italian CAF, specialized in income tax returns for employees, rental income in Germany, capital income, and other types of income.

My mission is to provide you with clear and comprehensive support, from the initial consultation through to the preparation and submission of your income tax return to the tax authorities.

My professional background:

Since 2025, I have been managing a branch of DLG Lohnsteuerhilfeverein e.V.
(link: https://dlg-lohnsteuer.de)
Professional experience since 2018 in internationally oriented tax advisory firms
Specialized training in tax consulting and accounting
Degree in Business Administration from HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law)

Why choose me:

Operational flexibility: I offer both in-person consultations at our office in Berlin and online support for clients living abroad or those who prefer to work remotely
Fair and transparent fees: As a Lohnsteuerhilfeverein, we apply progressive fees that ensure high-quality services at reasonable and clearly defined costs
Multilingual expertise: I speak Italian, English, German, and Spanish fluently, allowing me to effectively support an international clientele

I am at your disposal to clarify any questions and provide you with a professional, tailored service.

Our services

Our main areas of assistance:

Preparation and submission of the income tax return (Einkommensteuererklärung) for:

– Employees
– Pensioners
– Rental income
– Capital income: dividends, interest, capital gains, shares
– Foreign income
– Capital gains from private sales (e.g. cryptocurrencies)

Please note: By law, we are not permitted to assist self-employed professionals (Freiberufler) or companies (Kapitalgesellschaften). Our services are governed by § 4 No. 11 of the German Tax Advisory Act (Steuerberatungsgesetz).

Tax refund optimization:

Identification and application of all tax deductions and deductible expenses предусмотрed by law, including medical expenses, donations, double household costs, disability-related expenses, and more.

Ongoing tax advisory support: Assistance throughout the entire duration of your membership in the association.

Includes:

– Review of the tax assessment notice (Steuerbescheid)
– Handling of objections and appeals (Einsprüche)
– Preventive tax simulations and advice on the tax implications of personal decisions or investments
– Handling of all documentation and communications with the tax authorities (Finanzamt)
– Change of tax class
– Submission of the Kindergeld application

Fees:

As an association, we charge a one-time membership fee of €25.00.

The annual contribution is calculated based on the declared gross income.
The annual fee is a flat rate, and no additional costs are charged for standard services.

By way of example:

Income	Fee
€10,000	€77,50
€25.000	€118,75
€50.000	€187,50
€100.000	€325,00
€130,000 and above	€400,00

Frequently Asked Questions

A Lohnsteuerhilfeverein is a legally recognized association in Germany that provides tax advice and assistance with income tax returns, particularly for employees and pensioners. It operates under § 4 No. 11 of the German Tax Advisory Act (StBerG).

Private individuals with income from employment, pensions, rental income, capital income, or other ancillary income may become members, within the limits set by the association’s statutes. Membership is not available to self-employed individuals or businesses.

The costs consist of an annual membership fee, calculated progressively based on gross income.
The fee is a flat rate and includes all tax advisory and tax return services for the current year.

Preparation and submission of the income tax return, ongoing tax advisory support, review of the tax assessment notice (Steuerbescheid), and handling of any objections (Einspruch).

Yes, absolutely. We offer a complete service both in person in Berlin and online, making it ideal for clients who do not live in the city or who are based abroad.

Tax advice is available in Italian, German, English, and Spanish.

Our office is located at Schönhauser Allee 113, 10439 Berlin. Appointments can be scheduled either in person or online.

You can contact me by phone, WhatsApp, or email:
Giorgio de Cesare – Tel/WhatsApp: +49 151 6468 9936 – Email: gdecesare@dlg-lohnsteuer.de

We will provide you with a personalized checklist. In general, you will need the wage tax certificate (Lohnsteuerbescheinigung), receipts for deductible expenses (work-related expenses, medical costs, donations, etc.), and any other documents related to your income.

Legal notice / Impressum

Information pursuant to § 5 TMG (German Telemedia Act).

Owner and person responsible for content:

Giorgio Enrico de Cesare
DLG Lohnsteuerzahler Gesellschaft e.V. – Beratungsstelle
Schönhauser Allee 113
10439 Berlin, Deutschland

Contact:

Telephone / WhatsApp: +49 151 6468 9936
E-Mail: gdecesare@dlg-lohnsteuer.de

Supervisory authority:

Finanzamt für Körperschaften I – Aufsicht über d. Lohnsteuerhilfevereine Nr. 4

Professional qualification and legal basis:

Tax advisory services provided within the legal scope of a Lohnsteuerhilfeverein pursuant to § 4 No. 11 of the German Tax Advisory Act (Steuerberatungsgesetz).

Association membership: Member of DLG Lohnsteuerhilfeverein e.V. – Website: https://english.dlg-lohnsteuer.de/

Disclaimer:

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