Tax Credit for Household Expenses – Save 60% on Cleaning Services!
Did you know that you can save 60% on the cost of your home cleaning service?
It sounds too good to be true, but it’s real! The Finnish government offers a tax credit for household expenses, allowing you to claim back 60% of the cost of the cleaning service, meaning you only pay 40% of the price.
Here’s how it works:
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The tax credit applies to cleaning services for your home or holiday apartment.
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You can deduct 60% of the work cost from your taxes, but a personal threshold of €100 applies.
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The maximum deduction per person is €3,500 per year, and with your spouse, it can be up to €7,000.
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The deduction only applies to the cost of the work, not any service fees.
Example:
Let’s say you purchase a monthly home cleaning service from Puhdas Matka for €450/month. Here’s how the savings would work out for a full year:
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Total cost for 12 months of cleaning: €450/month × 12 months = €5,400.
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Deduction amount: 60% of €5,400 = €3,240.
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After subtracting the €100 personal threshold: €3,240 - €100 = €3,140.
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So, after the tax deduction, you’ll save €3,140, meaning the actual cost you pay for cleaning throughout the year is: €5,400 - €3,140 = €2,260.
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Monthly cost after deduction: €2,260 ÷ 12 months = €188.33 per month.
How to Apply for Tax Credit:
You can apply for the deduction in advance on your tax card, which reduces your tax percentage, or claim the total costs at the end of the year to receive the refund.
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With Puhdas Matka, professional cleaning is not just convenient, it’s also affordable! Thanks to the 60% tax deduction, you’ll save big on home cleaning services. Let us take care of your home, and you’ll see the benefits in both time and money.
Important notes:
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You can also claim this tax credit for cleaning services purchased for your parents or grandparents, but not for your children.
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The service fee (e.g., €5.90 for administrative costs) is not deductible.​
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With the 60% tax deduction, professional cleaning becomes even more affordable! Let Puhdas Matka help you enjoy a cleaner home while saving money.