LedgerPeek

Proactive tax consulting for significant decisions and long-term planning

  • Full clarity on how your plans impact your tax position
  • Identification of all possible risks and savings
  • Written certainty from tax authorities before you commit

Whatever move you're considering, we assess every tax implication and secure the best outcome for you

Real estate

  • Identification of the most tax-effective timing for your purchase or sale
  • Structuring finances to maximise all deductions available for you
  • Comparison of actual renovation costs vs. lump-sum deduction – and which saves you more
  • Assessment of whether holding property through a real estate company benefits your situation

Investment

  • Holding company assessment to determine if it reduces your overall tax burden
  • Application of participation exemptions so dividends and capital gains aren’t overtaxed
  • Wealth structure design that’s compliant and tax-efficient across jurisdictions

Business restructuring

  • Tax-efficient conversion path from sole proprietorship to GmbH or AG
  • Share transfer and ownership change planning with minimal tax impact
  • Liquidation, merger, or exit structuring to avoid unnecessary tax charges
  • Stock option and equity participation plan design that works for both you and your team

Compensation negotiation

  • After-tax modelling of stock options vs. shares to show the real value of each offer
  • Bonus structure modelling to show which option leaves you with the most
  • Expatriate package review for hidden tax traps and missed benefits

Relocation

  • Full mapping of arrival or departure tax consequences
  • Canton-by-canton comparison tailored to your income, wealth, and family situation
  • Residence determination to prevent disputes with tax authorities
  • Move timing coordination for the best overall tax outcome

Retirement

  • Optimal timing and sequence for Pillar 2 and 3a withdrawals
  • Lump sum vs. monthly annuity comparison – with the real difference after tax
  • Voluntary pension buy-in analysis to determine if it reduces your year’s tax bill

Succession & heritage

  • Gift and donation structuring to reduce or eliminate inheritance tax
  • Cross-border estate coordination to prevent double taxation
  • Evaluation of life insurance and trust options for long-term asset protection

Discover how your plans impact your taxes – before you commit

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Plan ahead with full tax clarity, no hidden risks, and maximised savings

Anticipate problems before they become emergencies

Prior to committing to any major financial decision, it’s essential to see clearly the risks that could cost you later. Our experts provide early analysis to assess your full tax situation, identify risks before they become costly, and provide you with actionable recommendations to adjust your plan and eliminate the risk.

Identify savings opportunities before they expire

Many tax opportunities are time-sensitive. A deduction missed, a structure not established, a ruling not requested – once the window closes, it’s gone. We make sure every available saving for your situation is identified and applied before the deadline passes.

Get written certainty through preliminary rulings

Know exactly how the tax authorities will treat your situation – before you commit. We prepare and file preliminary rulings with the cantonal or federal authorities so every decision is backed by binding written confirmation.

Have one expert who sees the full picture

Your real estate decision affects your inheritance plan. Your business structure affects your retirement. Instead of coordinating between multiple specialists, you work with one tax advisor who understands your complete financial situation – and delivers proactive solutions that account for every dimension of Swiss tax.

Andriy Chubatyuk

Tax partner

Tax partner

Expert oversight by our tax partner

Andriy oversees our tax department, ensuring that every return is prepared with the highest level of professional care and technical accuracy.  Our commitment is to provide reliable results and full compliance, giving you total peace of mind throughout the entire process

Approach every significant decision knowing exactly how it impacts your taxes

Schedule a call with the tax expert and get proactive analysis tailored to your situation

Complete tax support in one place

Personal tax return

Have your personal tax return handled end-to-end – preparation, filing, assessment review, and optimisation advice – all tailored to your individual tax profile.

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Tax for expats

Get full-service expert help with your taxes as an expat – whether you’re only planning to move to Switzerland or have already relocated and need your cross-border obligations sorted.

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Urgent tax problems

Receive actionable expert help with your time-sensitive tax matters of any complexity – 48-hour consultation booking and a guaranteed clear path forward.

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Frequently asked questions

For whom do you provide your tax planning services?

We provide tax planning services for individuals and businesses in Switzerland who are about to make significant financial, personal, or structural decisions that will impact their tax situation. This includes real estate purchases or sales, investments, business restructurings, relocations, changes in compensation, retirement, succession or heritage transfers, and other situations where the tax outcome depends on how and when you act.

Our Swiss tax advisor assesses the tax implications of your plans before you commit – so you move forward with full clarity, no hidden risks, and maximised savings.

When should I engage a tax advisor for tax consulting in Switzerland?

The best time to engage a tax advisor is before making any significant financial or life decision. Tax consulting services are especially valuable when you are:

  • Buying, selling, or restructuring real estate in Switzerland
  • Considering an investment that may trigger capital gains or withholding tax implications
  • Planning a business restructuring, merger, or acquisition
  • Relocating to, within, or from Switzerland
  • Negotiating a compensation package that includes stock options, RSUs, or expat allowances
  • Approaching retirement and evaluating pension withdrawal strategies
  • Planning succession or transferring ownership of a business or estate

In each of these situations, early tax advisory services can prevent costly surprises and unlock savings that are no longer available once the transaction is completed.

For individuals and businesses in which cantons do you provide your tax planning services?

Our tax planning services are available across all 26 Swiss cantons, including:

  • Aargau
  • Appenzell Ausserrhoden
  • Appenzell Innerrhoden
  • Basel-Landschaft
  • Basel-Stadt
  • Bern
  • Fribourg
  • Geneva
  • Glarus
  • Graubünden
  • Jura
  • Lucerne
  • Neuchâtel
  • Nidwalden
  • Obwalden
  • Schaffhausen
  • Schwyz
  • Solothurn
  • Gallen
  • Thurgau
  • Ticino
  • Uri
  • Vaud
  • Valais
  • Zug
  • Zürich

We connect you with a Swiss tax advisor who has deep expertise and hands-on experience with your canton’s specific tax rules and authority practices. They will assess how your canton’s regulations apply to your particular situation, identify every available deduction and optimisation, and give you a clear picture of the tax implications that you’ll have after the change takes effect.

What tax planning services does LedgerPeek provide?

We provide comprehensive tax planning services, including:

  • Property tax consulting – assessment of real estate tax implications for buying, selling, or restructuring property ownership, including property gains tax, imputed rental value, financing structure, and optimal timing.
  • Investment tax advice – evaluation of participation exemptions, withholding tax credits, and tax-efficient structures for both private and corporate portfolios.
  • Business restructuring – tax analysis of mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, and ownership transfers, including advance rulings with the tax authorities.
  • Relocation tax advice – canton comparison based on your tax profile, strategic timing of your move, and coordination with authorities in both jurisdictions to prevent double taxation.
  • Compensation tax planning – modelling the tax treatment of stock options, RSUs, bonuses, and expat packages, so you understand your net position before accepting an offer.
  • Retirement tax planning – optimal timing and structure for Pillar 2 buy-ins, Pillar 3a contributions, and pension withdrawals to reduce your tax burden before and during retirement.
  • Succession and heritage – gift and inheritance structuring, cross-border estate considerations, and long-term asset protection planning.
If I need specific tax planning advice for a situation that isn't listed here, can you help me?

Yes. Every case is different, and our tax advisors regularly handle situations that go beyond the standard categories. If you’re planning a decision that isn’t covered above, our tax advisors can still assist you with it.

Book an initial consultation so we can review your situation and recommend the best way forward.

Can you help me get a tax ruling from the Swiss tax authorities?

Yes. Our tax advisors prepare and submit the ruling request to the relevant cantonal or federal tax authority on your behalf and handle all follow-up correspondence until the ruling is confirmed.

Yes. Our tax advisors prepare and submit the ruling request to the relevant cantonal or federal tax authority on your behalf and handle all follow-up correspondence until the ruling is confirmed.

You can schedule the initial consultation and meet with your tax advisor typically within a few days to one week.

In which languages do you provide your tax planning advice?

We provide our tax planning advice in all local languages used in Switzerland, plus English.

What happens during the initial consultation?

Before the consultation, our Swiss tax advisor reviews the details of your situation and the decision you’re planning – whether it involves real estate, an investment, a relocation, a restructuring, or another significant change.

During the consultation itself, they walk you through their analysis, explain the key tax implications, and give you a clear recommendation on the steps needed to optimise the outcome and avoid unnecessary risks.

If needed, our tax expert will also provide you with an opinion or analysis in writing.

What documents or information should I prepare before the consultation?

There is no fixed list – it depends on the type of decision you’re planning. In general, it helps to have a clear idea of what you’re considering and any relevant financial details you already have available. Your tax advisor will let you know during or after the initial consultation exactly what is needed to move forward.

How much do your tax planning services cost?

The price for our tax planning services depends on your specific case – including the type of decision you’re planning, as well as the number of cantons or jurisdictions involved. Book a consultation with your tax advisor, and after reviewing your situation, we’ll provide a clear scope and fee estimate.

How do you ensure the security and confidentiality of my tax information?

All your data is stored exclusively in Switzerland and managed in strict compliance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP). We apply the highest standards of data security, including two-factor authentication, regular encrypted backups, secure closed-environment systems for data storage, and protected communication channels with restricted access based on each team member’s role. No information is ever shared with the tax authorities or any third party without your express approval.