The short answer: A caretaker invoice shows labour and material separately so private clients can use the tax relief under § 35a EStG. Create it online as a PDF with Solobuch.
Caretaker services such as stairwell cleaning, garden care or winter service count as household-related services for private clients. They can deduct 20% of the labour costs under § 35a EStG if the invoice shows labour separately and is paid by bank transfer. List working hours, travel and material in separate items. For regularly serviced properties a monthly invoice suits well. Create your invoices quickly, error-free and in a professional design with the Solobuch online generator.
💡 Tip for Caretaker service: The invoice template contains all mandatory details according to §14 UStG, including tax number/VAT ID, invoice date, service period and unique invoice number.
Labour and materials as separate line items; invoice status and reminders from the Pro plan (9,99 € per month).
Everything you need to know about creating legally compliant invoices as a Caretaker service.
Yes, you can use the invoice template for Caretaker service completely free of charge and without registration as a PDF download or fill it out directly online in your browser.
Private clients can deduct 20% of the labour costs for household-related services, up to 4,000 euros a year (§ 35a EStG), if the invoice shows them separately and is paid by transfer.
Solobuch supports GoBD-compliant bookkeeping: issued invoices cannot be changed (corrections only via cancellation invoice) and can be handed over via DATEV export. You remain responsible for retention and process documentation. Solobuch also supports the e-invoicing standards ZUGFeRD 2.3 and XRechnung phased in under the Growth Opportunities Act for seamless B2B export.
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