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Self-Employed Deductions Tax Advice

Browse all tax advice related to Self-Employed Deductions. Find actionable tips to optimize your taxes and maximize your savings.

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Business Travel: €0.23/km Deduction

Claim €0.23 per kilometer for all business travel. This covers fuel, maintenance, and depreciation.

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KOR: VAT Exemption (Turnover Under €20,000)

With low turnover, you can opt for the KOR scheme and NOT charge VAT to clients. Simpler administration!

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Home Office: Strict Rules for Deduction

To deduct a portion of rent/mortgage as business expense, your home office needs a SEPARATE ENTRANCE and be used primarily for business.

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Meewerkaftrek: Deduction for Spouse Help

If your partner helps in your business unpaid, you can deduct 1.25-4% of profit based on their hours.

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Consider Incorporating as BV (Profit > €100k)

With high profit, a BV structure might save taxes. BV profits are taxed at 19% (up to €200k) vs your marginal rate of ~49.5%.

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Zelfstandigenaftrek: €2,470 Deduction

Working 1,225+ hours/year as self-employed entitles you to the €2,470 zelfstandigenaftrek.

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Warning: False Self-Employment Risk

Working as ZZP but actually an employee (schijnzelfstandigheid) carries serious tax and legal risks for both you and your client.

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