Flat-rate operating costs without reconciliation – what applies?
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Flat-rate operating costs are permitted (§ 556 para. 2 BGB), but must be clearly labelled. Advance payments require annual reconciliation (§ 556 para. 3).
What you can do next
Clarify in writing whether it is a flat rate or advance payment, and insist on an annual reconciliation if necessary.
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