Knowledge base
In this knowledge base you'll find all the key information you need as an entrepreneur. From administration and taxes to deductions and getting started: practical tips and clear explanations, so you can run your business with confidence.
What does a bookkeeper cost, what do you get and what should you watch for? And what's the difference between sole-trader and BV bookkeeping? We set it out.
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You take a client out to dinner. Can you deduct it? The answer is yes, but with limits. Here's how it works in 2026.
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As an entrepreneur you sometimes incur hotel costs for work. When can you reclaim the VAT and how do you record the costs? We explain.
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Bank charges are part of your business, but how do you record them? Banking services are VAT-exempt. We explain what's deductible.
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As an entrepreneur you incur costs that lower your profit. But not everything is fully deductible. An overview of what's fully, partly and not allowed.
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Have a BV and are you a director-major shareholder? Then you must pay yourself a customary salary. In 2026 the minimum is 58,000 euros.
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With the KOR you don't charge VAT and don't file VAT returns. But it's not advantageous for everyone. We explain when it is.
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The self-employed deduction lowers your taxable profit, but falls every year. We explain how much it is in 2026 and which conditions apply.
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A car for work raises tax questions. What's more advantageous: keeping the car for business or privately? We explain the main lines.
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The VAT return is a stressful moment for many entrepreneurs, but it doesn't have to be. We explain step by step how it works.
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Many entrepreneurs wonder whether they should switch to a BV. The answer depends mainly on your profit. We explain.
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Before you can start as a self-employed person, you register with the KvK. We explain how registration works and what it costs.
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Your first assignment is in and now you need to invoice. Which details are mandatory? We list everything.
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Investing in business assets like a laptop or van? Then you can deduct extra via the KIA. We explain how it works in 2026.
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Working from home? Then you want to know whether you can deduct your workspace costs. The rules are strict. We explain them.
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Working for clients abroad? Then different VAT rules apply. Inside or outside the EU makes a difference. We explain.
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Sometimes you don't charge VAT but reverse-charge it to your client. When does this apply and how do you draw up the invoice? We explain.
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Exempt or 0% rate: it sounds the same, but fiscally there's a big difference. We explain what it means for you.
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Discovered an error in an earlier VAT return? With a supplementary return you correct it. We explain when and how.
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As a self-employed person, tax isn't deducted automatically. So how much do you reserve? We give practical rules of thumb.
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From 2026 there's stricter enforcement on false self-employment. What is it and how do you prevent problems? We explain.
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When you register you get a VAT number. But what's the difference between your two numbers and what do you do with them? We explain.
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Do you need a separate business account as a self-employed person? It's not always mandatory, but it is sensible. We explain why.
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As a starting entrepreneur you may sometimes freely choose when to depreciate. That can be a tax advantage. We explain how.
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You use your phone and laptop for work and personal use. Which part can you deduct? We explain the rules.
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Investing in a course or training for your work? Then those costs are often deductible. We explain when they are and aren't.
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Making business trips with your own car, bike or public transport? Then you can deduct travel costs. We explain how in 2026.
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Do you also drive a company car privately? Then you pay an addition (bijtelling). We explain how to calculate it in 2026.
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An electric car is still tax-attractive, but the benefit is shrinking. We set out the rules for 2026.
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With a provisional assessment you pay your tax in advance, spread out. When is that smart and when not? We explain.
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If you pay tax late, the tax authorities charge interest. That can add up. We explain how to avoid it.
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Have a BV? Then you pay corporate tax on the profit. We explain the rates and brackets for 2026.
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As a DGA you can pay out BV profit as dividend. How does that work and how much tax do you pay? We explain for 2026.
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Do you have 5% or more shares in a BV? Then you fall in box 2. We explain how this box works for the DGA in 2026.
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Many entrepreneurs work with a holding above their operating BV. What are the benefits and when is it sensible? We explain.
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Borrowing money from your own BV or vice versa? Then a current account arises. We explain what to watch for.
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You're obliged to keep your records. But for how long exactly, and what's included? We explain the rules.
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At the start of your business you make an opening balance. What's on it and why is it important? We explain.
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Late payments are a common problem for self-employed people. With good receivables management you prevent hassle. We give practical tips.
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Large investments are depreciated over several years. But how does depreciation work exactly? We explain the methods.
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A purchase can sometimes be deducted directly, sometimes you must capitalise and depreciate it. How do you know which? We explain.
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Hiring your first employee is a big step with tax obligations. We list what you need to arrange.
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With the work-related costs scheme you can give staff untaxed allowances. We explain how the free margin works in 2026.
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As an employer you withhold payroll taxes from salary. But what do they consist of exactly? We explain the system.
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Hiring a freelancer or taking someone on staff? The choice has consequences, especially with stricter enforcement on false self-employment.
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A model agreement can help to clearly record the relationship with your client. We explain how it works.
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If you fall ill as a freelancer, your income disappears. A disability insurance protects you. We explain how it works and what's changing.
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In some sectors participation in a pension fund is mandatory, also for the self-employed. We explain when this applies.
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A financial buffer gives peace of mind during setbacks. How much should you have aside as a freelancer? We give practical guidelines.
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Good bookkeeping software saves time and errors. But what to look for when choosing? We give practical criteria.
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Many people use 'freelancer' and 'sole trader' interchangeably. But is there a difference? We explain it clearly.
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Made costs before you officially started? Often you can still reclaim that VAT. We explain how.
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The first year as an entrepreneur is full of pitfalls. We list the most common mistakes, so you avoid them.
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A client who doesn't pay is frustrating and bad for your cash flow. We give a step-by-step plan to still get your money.
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Mixing personal and business is a common mistake. We explain why separating is important and how to do it.
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21%, 9% or exempt: which VAT rate applies to you? It depends on what you supply. We explain the rates.
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Most freelancers file VAT returns quarterly, but sometimes monthly is better. We explain the difference.
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Forgetting or filing a VAT return late can result in a penalty. We explain what happens and what to do.
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For the mileage allowance or to avoid the addition you need a watertight trip record. We explain what must be in it.
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Stopping your business or pausing it temporarily? There are fiscal matters to arrange. We list them.
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