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Short-time work allowance
Short-time work allowance means that the employer’s personnel costs can be reduced by one-half at the same time as the employee receives 90 percent of…
BEPS Changes To Nordic Double Tax Agreement To Take Effect
The double tax agreement between the Nordic countries will be updated with new anti-tax base erosion and profit shifting provisions with effect from January 1,…
Why should my business outsource accounting services?
Being a business owner or a manager for your company can sometimes mean you are the one keeping an eye on everything. Being responsible for…
Make it or break it – expanding your business abroad.
In the ‘90s when Finland was in recession, Mr. Leinonen stood before a difficult choice – to lay off many of his employees or take…
A very Finnish accounting firm
Leinonen Group was established nearly 30 years ago, the Estonian branch celebrated its 25th birthday last year. Soon the same celebrations will take place in…
Regular visits to Sweden can result in a full tax liability
The ruling affects individuals who, for example, are having their permanent home abroad, but regularly visit Sweden for business as well as leisure purposes. To…
Taxation changes for start-ups considered
Currently, stock options in Sweden are taxed at a rate of up to 67%, making it difficult for companies to attract talent at early stages.…
Decision on health-care contributions relating to gym memberships
An employee received 4000 SEK in health care contributions by their employer, to partially finance an exclusive gym membership (14 000 SEK / year). In…
Tax on air travel considered
The exact amount of the tax is dependent on the destination of the flight. For example, for flights within Europe, it would be SEK80. For…