Articles about Entrepreneurship
Practical legal information for entrepreneurs. Read what to look out for, which steps are sensible, and when legal advice is necessary.
From self-employed to private limited company: discover the benefits and possibilities
Entrepreneurship
June 12, 2023
Switching from a self-employed professional to a private limited company can be done in three ways: an asset-liability transaction, a taxable contribution, or a tax-free contribution. Such a transition can offer benefits, such as reduced personal liability, tax optimization, and...
Returns and damaged products: what to do as an entrepreneur?
Entrepreneurship
May 23, 2023
A consumer may return an online purchase free of charge and without reason within 14 days — that is a right, not a favor. If a return arrives damaged, then it depends...
What happens if a partner leaves a general partnership?
Entrepreneurship
April 20, 2023
If a partner withdraws from a general partnership, the partnership is in principle dissolved — unless the general partnership agreement contains a continuation clause allowing the remaining partners to continue. The conditions for withdrawal...
What do you need to arrange as a subcontractor?
Entrepreneurship
April 18, 2023
As a subcontractor, you carry out part of the work commissioned by the main contractor — and that is precisely why it is crucial to carefully check the agreement, because it...
Become a sales agent and act as an intermediary for suppliers
Entrepreneurship
April 17, 2023
As a sales agent, you act as an intermediary in your own home market for (foreign) suppliers: you establish contacts and sell their products, without having to purchase expensive inventory yourself or run significant risks....
This is why selling a sole proprietorship is so difficult
Entrepreneurship
April 13, 2023
Selling a sole proprietorship is more difficult than selling a private limited company, because you are personally connected to the business: you cannot transfer shares, but must value the assets and liabilities separately...
Conquering a new market with a sales agent
Entrepreneurship
April 4, 2023
A sales agent helps you enter a new market quickly and efficiently: he acts as an intermediary, knows the market, and uses his network to win customers for you.
Smoking policy as a solution for a smoke-free work environment
Entrepreneurship
March 27, 2023
Employees have a right to a smoke-free workplace: a general smoking ban applies in most workplaces in the Netherlands, and smoking rooms in buildings are also prohibited. A clear smoking policy makes the rules...
Earning extra money as a freelancer while employed: this is what you need to know
Entrepreneurship
March 23, 2023
Earning extra income as a freelancer while employed is possible, and provides financial breathing room if your business income declines — but pay attention to the agreements with your employer and the tax implications. Consider a...
Advertising for medicines is subject to strict regulations
Entrepreneurship
March 20, 2023
Advertising for medicines is strictly regulated in the Medicines Act: for prescription medicines, you may not advertise to the public; for over-the-counter medicines, you may, but under strict conditions. If you violate...