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Want to start your own business from home? This can be done quite easily, but do not forget to check and arrange the following things.

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Business angels are interested in companies in the startup and (rapid) growth phase. Find out if such an investor suits you.

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Tensions remain. The chance that your business will be affected is greater than ever.

Frequently asked questions about the situation

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There is considerable unrest in the Middle East. Energy prices are rising, deliveries are taking longer and becoming more expensive. Will inflation increase?

War in Iran: the consequences for businesses

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AI tools offer businesses many opportunities, but there are also risks. Find out more.

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Keep your address details in the Business Register up to date and report changes within a week.

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Four in ten business owners rarely or never check their own company details in the Business Register.

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Make sure your details in the Business Register are up to date. Clients, banks and insurers use this information to assess your business.

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Two new cyberlaws come into force in 2026. Every entrepreneur may have to deal with them. Read here if the laws apply to you and how to prepare for them.

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Would you like to sell food from your own home? This video explains what NVWA, HACCP, hygiene and allergens are all about.

Do you want to sell food from home?

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Looking for funding for your business plans? Use the Financing Finder to discover what type of funding best suits your situation and who offers it.

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The power grid is becoming increasingly stressed. Check the situation in your area and see how you can be smart about your power use.

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New cyberlaws are coming into force in 2026: the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and the Cybersecurity Act. Read what this means for your business.

New cyberlaws in 2026: what you must know

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Free webinar: How to file your tax return as a self-employed person

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Filing the income tax return for your business may seem complicated, but good preparation helps. Read about what income tax is and how to prepare for it.

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Have you received an email that claims to be from KVK? Find out how to recognise fake messages.

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Regularly check your registration in the Business Register and report changes. Incorrect data can cause problems.

Regularly check your registration with KVK

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Do you have an online store, a webshop as we call it in the Netherlands? Then invest time in your online security, advises security expert Marc van Vliet. Read on to discover Van Vliet’s 3 tips to protect your webshop against digital threats.

Do not get hacked: 7 tips for a secure online shop

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Find out how to digitally protect your business from hackers.

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Historically, international politics is usually a jungle.

Becoming self-sufficient is an illusion. Countries are already too interconnected for that.

Tensions remain. The chances of your business being hit are higher than ever.

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Import tariffs, war, and unpredictable world leaders. Read about dealing with geopolitical shifts when you are an entrepreneur.

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Do you run an online shop or comparison site? Then you must follow rules to protect consumers.

New rules for online sales

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It is important to cover yourself against business risks. We list the most important insurances for you and your business.

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2 in 3 women expect in advance that it will be very difficult to secure suitable funding

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KVK explains why the bar is set higher for female entrepreneurs when it comes to securing funding.

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