Financial expert: Salaries will rise in 2024, pensions increased, tax changes & subsidies

Das Jahr 2024 wird von einer Teuerung geprägt sein, auch wenn diese bereits abnimmt. Es gibt kräftige Zuwächse bei den Gehältern, etwa im öffentlichen Dienst. Auch die Pensionen steigen um 9,7 Prozent. Eine Anhebung des Frauenpensionsalters tritt erstmalig in Kraft, und im Behindertenbereich gibt es Verbesserungen bezüglich des Zugangs zum Arbeitsmarktservice (AMS).

Surcharges for heating replacement and renovations

There is more money for heating replacement and building renovation, as well as tax-free photovoltaic systems. Climate protection measures such as the increased CO2 tax make fossil-fuelled driving more expensive. Furthermore, the age limit for preferential childcare will be increased and corporate tax will be reduced. Companies should benefit from these changes.

Promoting volunteer work

Volunteer work is encouraged by providing tax-free donations for volunteers. Compensation payments to members of electoral authorities will also be tax-free. Furthermore, premiums for building savings and state-subsidized pension schemes will remain unchanged.

Real-time transfers become standard

The EU Commission plans to make real-time transfers the standard in Europe. These payments must then no longer be more expensive than standard transfers and should be available at all times. This is expected to be a positive change for payments in Europe.