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Tax tips, current information and practical advice

Leaving the Netherlands: what does it mean for tax?
From the M return to preserving assessments and qualifying non-resident taxpayer status: these are the tax issues to sort out when you leave.


Crypto tax 2025: how to report crypto in box 3
How do you report bitcoin, altcoins, NFTs, and other crypto on 1 January 2025, and when can box 1 become relevant?


Box 3 explained for 2025 and 2026
How Dutch box 3 really works now: tax-free allowance, deemed returns, actual return in the 2025 return, and what may change by 2028.


How much tax will I get back in 2025? How to estimate it
Estimate your refund based on payroll tax, mortgage interest, healthcare costs, gifts, and other deductions.


What does it cost to have your Dutch tax return filed? An honest breakdown
Everyone asks, nobody gives a straight answer. Here's an honest overview of what a tax advisor costs in the Netherlands.


Dutch tax return 2025: deadline, deductions, and mistakes
Deadline 1 May 2026? These are the deductions and mistakes that most often trip up individuals and entrepreneurs.


Finding a tax advisor in the Netherlands who actually speaks your language
Finding an English-speaking tax advisor in the Netherlands is harder than you'd think. What to look for, what it costs, and when you actually need one.


Freelancing in the Netherlands as an expat: tax guide 2026
From KVK registration and VAT ID to entrepreneur deductions, the KOR, and choosing between a sole proprietorship and a BV.


M return 2025: guide for expats moving in or out
When do you need an M return, when can you file it, and which information should you prepare in advance?


30% ruling 2026: what really changed?
The current 2026 rules revolve around salary thresholds, the annual cap, and transitional rules. This is what still applies and what does not.


Outsourcing your Dutch tax return: costs, options and tips (2026)
What does it cost to outsource your Dutch tax return in 2026? We compare all options — from free DIY to a personal tax advisor.


Expat tax return 2025: deadlines, forms, and key issues
For expats with income in or from the Netherlands: this is what to know about the regular return, M return, 30% ruling, and required documents.


Dutch tax return 2025: complete guide for 2026
Everything you need for your 2025 Dutch tax return: the 1 May 2026 deadline, required documents, deductions, and box 3.


Divorce and Dutch taxes: what to watch in your return
After divorce, fiscal partnership, alimony, your home, pension, and box 3 can all change. These are the key points to review.


Having your tax return filed: what does it cost in 2026?
What does it cost to have your tax return filed by an advisor? We compare the options: do it yourself, accountant, tax advisor, or online service.


30% ruling 2026: salary thresholds, cap, and conditions
This is what the Belastingdienst currently shows for the 2026 expatregeling: who qualifies, which amounts apply, and what changed.


Freelancer deductions 2026: the key rules
An up-to-date overview of the 2026 self-employed deduction, starter's deduction, SME profit exemption, business costs, mileage, and KIA.


Tax rules 2025: the key changes at a glance
These are the key Dutch tax changes for 2025, including updates to the self-employed deduction, box 3, AOW, and the 30% ruling.


Freelancer deductions 2025: what can you really deduct?
A practical overview of deductible freelancer costs in 2025, including home workspace rules, business mileage, and training costs.


BV or sole proprietorship: what fits your tax situation?
Choosing between a BV and a sole proprietorship? Focus on liability, entrepreneur deductions, DGA salary rules, and what you do with profits.


5 tax mistakes that cost you money
From filing late to missing tax credits: these common mistakes can cost you money and are often easy to avoid.


VAT filing for beginners: what you really need to know
A practical guide to Dutch VAT obligations, input VAT, filing periods, and the small business scheme without the usual misconceptions.
