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If you are a self-employed professional making the switch to salaried employment—due to declining assignments, a need for security, or stricter enforcement of the DBA Act—do so in a structured manner. In six steps, you can arrange the transition properly, from assessing your situation to winding down your business.
Step 1: Determine your reason and wishes
Map out why you are making the switch and what you want: more security, a stable income, or less risk due to enforcement against bogus self-employment. Your wishes will determine what you negotiate, such as position, salary, and employment conditions.
Step 2: Discuss it with your client
If you have been working for a client for a long time, they are often the logical employer — especially if the collaboration already effectively resembles an employment relationship. Discuss the possibility of salaried employment and gauge their willingness. Moreover, for the client, an employment relationship eliminates the risk of back taxes due to bogus self-employment.
Steps 3 and 4: negotiate and conclude an employment contract
Negotiate salary, position, working hours, vacation, and any stipulations, and pay attention to the probationary period. Record the agreements in a written employment contract. Have it reviewed so that you know what you are signing and the terms are correct.
Steps 5 and 6: wind down your business and settle the tax matters
Complete ongoing assignments and decide whether to close your business or continue it (partially). If you stop, deregister with the Chamber of Commerce, close your VAT records, and settle the final tax returns. Also adjust your insurance: as an employee, you are insured for matters you handled yourself as a self-employed professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do freelancers switch to salaried employment?
Often due to declining assignments, a need for certainty, or stricter enforcement of the DBA Act regarding bogus self-employment.
Should I close my business?
Not necessarily. You can discontinue it or (partially) continue it. If you discontinue it, arrange for deregistration with the Chamber of Commerce and your tax settlement.
What should I look out for in the employment contract?
Regarding salary, position, working hours, probationary period, and any clauses. Have the agreement checked before you sign.
Help with the transition to salaried employment?
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