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Many rules and regulations apply to everyone. But there are also legal obligations that may only apply only to your sector.

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There are new tobacco rules for entrepreneurs who sell tobacco products. What do they mean for your business?

These are the tobacco rules you must comply with

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In this animation we show you the most important things to include.

What do you put in an employee handbook?

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Getting customers to pay your invoices on time is an essential part a successful business? Consider these tips to ensure your invoices are paid on time.

Get your customers to pay on time

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There are different types of employment contracts. Read how to decide which type suits your business situation best.

How to choose the most suitable type of employment contract

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If you fall ill or have an accident as an entrepreneur, you run the risk of not being able to work and not having an income. You can limit the consequences with insurance and a living will.

How to limit the impact of incapacity for work

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Als je persoonsgegevens verwerkt moet je een AVG verwerkingsregister hebben. In deze animatie zie je hoe je dat maakt.

AVG: verwerkingsregister

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General terms and conditions. Read how to create them and what rules apply to entrepreneurs.

How to draw up general terms and conditions

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The Small Businesses Scheme (KOR) is a VAT exemption scheme. Find out if it is right for your business.

Making use of the Small Businesses Scheme (KOR)

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As of 1 January 2024, businesses in the Netherlands will have to deal with several new laws and regulations. Find out what it means for your company.

New rules and laws for businesses as of 1 January 2024

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How do you limit your liability as a freelancer (zzp’er)? and which liability insurances you need for your company? Find out in this video.

On top of business risks

On top of business risks (Bedrijfsrisico’s de baas)

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The privacy law requires you to handle customer data carefully. But how do you do it? These tips will help you on your way.

How to protect your customers' data, 3 tips

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A profit and loss account or operating statement shows how your business is doing during a specific period. Read how to make one.

Why do profit and loss accounts matter?

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Taking part in the small businesses scheme, KOR, has both benefits and disadvantages. Find out more about the KOR.

How does the small businesses scheme work?

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

The importance of accurate business information

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Annemieke Postma of AOVdokter explains retirement for entrepreneurs.

Pension | Managing business risks

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Can no longer pay your debts as an entrepreneur? Then make use of a debt settlement. An amicable settlement is one possibility.

The amicable settlement: for entrepreneurs with debts

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Firing an employee will cost you money. How much does it cost to fire staff?

How much does it cost to fire an employee?

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You are no longer allowed to give free disposable plastic trays and cups to customers. Find out what the alternatives are here.

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Protect yourself

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There are strict rules for handling online customer reviews to protect consumers online. Read what the rules are.

Online sales: rules for reviews

Online sales: EU rules for reviews

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Marriage, divorce, bankruptcy. Major life events may affect your pension. Read how to keep your pension money safe.

How do major life events affect my pension?

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Several new laws and rules come into effect between June and December 2023. Find out which changes affect starters.

New rules and laws for starters as of 1 July 2023

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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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If someone takes your work without permission, it is an infringement of your intellectual property. Read what you can do.

Protect your work with intellectual property

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Learn about the practical aspects of GDPR, privacy, and collecting personal details via this animation.

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If you are looking for staff, consider recruiting older employees. Read about the advantages of hiring over-50s.

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