The short answer: Create complete brokerage commission invoices with Solobuch under § 656c BGB and the ordering principle – with automated calculation of commission, VAT, and clear payment terms.
When billing brokerage commissions for real estate sales and rentals in Germany, agents must adhere to strict statutory provisions: Under § 656c and § 656d BGB, the sale of single-family homes and residential apartments to consumers requires an equal 50/50 split of the commission (Halbteilungsgrundsatz) – the agent may only demand payment from the buyer once the seller has demonstrably paid their share. For rental brokerage, the statutory ordering principle (Bestellerprinzip) under § 2 para. 1a WoVermRG applies. Every commission invoice must transparently state the complete property description (including parcel/unit number), notarial deed date, base purchase or rental price, agreed commission rate, and 19% VAT. Create your invoices quickly, error-free and in a professional design with the Solobuch online generator.
💡 Tip for Real Estate Agents: The invoice template contains all mandatory details according to §14 UStG, including tax number/VAT ID, invoice date, service period and unique invoice number.
Keep track of payments: invoice status and reminders from the Pro plan (9,99 € per month).
Everything you need to know about creating legally compliant invoices as a Real Estate Agents.
Yes, you can use the invoice template for Real Estate Agents completely free of charge and without registration as a PDF download or fill it out directly online in your browser.
A legally compliant invoice for Real Estate Agents must contain your name/address according to § 14 UStG, customer details, tax number or VAT ID, invoice date, sequential invoice number, service description, date of performance, and total amount (including VAT or small business note according to § 19 UStG).
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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