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Annual tax returns, deductions and matters that often affect the final refund.
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Articles about taxes, business and formalities in the Netherlands
A practical knowledge base for people who want to understand Dutch tax, business and administrative matters before taking the next step.
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Topics important when starting a business, planning costs and choosing the right support.
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Benefits and allowances explained clearly, without official jargon.
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Mileage allowance in the Netherlands 2026 – €0.25 per kilometre
From 2026, the maximum tax-free mileage allowance increases from €0.23 to €0.25 per kilometre. See what this means for employees and entrepreneurs using a private vehicle.
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Topics that often come up in conversations with clients
Taxes
5 common tax mistakes international taxpayers make in the Netherlands
A practical guide for international taxpayers covering income, address details, Belastingdienst correspondence, tax deductions and the documents needed for a Dutch tax return.
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Retirement
Retirement in the Netherlands – what you should know when working and living here
We explain how AOW works, what 2% per insured year means and where to check your accrued pension rights.
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Business
Company car in the Netherlands: what to remember about costs and tax
For entrepreneurs who want to understand car use, business costs, leasing and tax treatment.
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Allowances
Dutch allowances – applications until 31 December
From 2026, applications for zorgtoeslag, huurtoeslag and kindgebonden budget can be submitted until 31 December of the following year.
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Business
Investment deduction in an entrepreneur’s tax return
A short guide to a topic that often comes up with business purchases and cost planning.
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Starting a business
When KOR makes sense and how it affects cooperation with an accountant
For people planning a simple business start and a more straightforward tax model.
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Allowances
Zorgtoeslag: common mistakes when your situation changes during the year
One of the most common client questions concerns updating details after a change in income or address.
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Taxes
Provisional tax assessment: when it is worth looking into
Useful for people who want to plan their tax position instead of reacting at the end of the year.
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Business
Business insurance in the Netherlands – how to protect your company
Liability, legal protection, property, vehicles and incapacity for work — which policies are worth considering.
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Tax deductions
Zelfstandigenaftrek in a ZZP tax return
One of the basic tax deductions for entrepreneurs — how it works and how much it is in 2025.
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Starting a business
How does startersaftrek work when starting a business?
An additional tax deduction for new ZZP entrepreneurs — up to €2,123 in the first years of business.
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ZZP / Wet DBA
False self-employment – what will change for entrepreneurs?
From 2025, Belastingdienst fully enforces the rules. What does this mean for ZZP entrepreneurs and companies?
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Formalities
BSN in the Netherlands – what it is, how to get one and why you need it
A practical explanation of the BSN number, when you receive it and why it is needed for work, taxes, DigiD and insurance.
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Formalities
DigiD – how to apply and what it is used for in the Netherlands
A practical explanation of DigiD, how to apply and which official and tax matters it is used for.
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