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How to choose the right name for your Dutch Eenmanszaak

Choosing the right name for your eenmanszaak (sole proprietorship) is ...

Xolo
13 mrt 2025

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Going Dutch: Michael’s journey from lay-off to independence

Today we speak to Michael, a Xolo customer who originally hails from t...

Xolo
11 mrt 2025

Asset depreciation: What freelancers need to know

There’s no greater feeling around tax time than landing the perfect re...

Xolo
10 mrt 2025

Avoid these 8 common mistakes ZZP’ers make in the Netherland...

ZZP’ers (zelfstandige zonder personeel) are afforded incredible flexib...

Xolo
25 feb 2025

What ZZPers should know about KOR

As a freelancer (ZZP'er) in the Netherlands, understanding the tax lan...

Xolo
20 feb 2025

The 2025 income tax checklist for ZZP’ers in the Netherlands

Tax season is approaching, and if you’re running an eenmanszaak (sole ...

Xolo
20 feb 2025

Byron Abroad: From Aerospace to Art – A Solopreneur’s Journe...

Moving abroad to start a freelance career is a big step, but for Byron...

Xolo
20 feb 2025
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Xolo: The Ultimate Business Solution for ZZP’ers in the Neth...

Being a freelancer (ZZP’er) in the Netherlands offers incredible flexi...

Xolo
13 feb 2025

The Highly Skilled Migrant Visa in the Netherlands: Everythi...

The Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) visa is one of the most sought-after ...

Xolo
12 feb 2025

Deductible expenses for your ZZP business in the Netherlands

Running a business as a ZZP’er (zelfstandige zonder personeel) or free...

Xolo
07 feb 2025

Expert value: Xolo’s guide to setting freelance rates

Hey there, freelancer! It’s time to unlock the secrets of setting rate...

Xolo
30 jan 2025

Business bank accounts: Why they matter for freelancers

Business bank accounts can streamline operations and help keep freelan...

Xolo
28 jan 2025

Understanding KVK numbers, VAT numbers, and VAT ID numbers

When starting a business in the Netherlands, you’ll quickly encounter ...

Xolo
27 jan 2025

Navigating & understanding double taxation as a ZZP’er

For expat freelancers in the Netherlands, working internationally ofte...

Xolo
23 jan 2025

How to simplify your quarterly tasks – with Xolo!

One, two, four times a year? Freelancers and entrepreneurs across the ...

Xolo
22 jan 2025

2025 Tax benefits for freelancers in the Netherlands

Freelancers, or ZZP’ers as they’re known in the Netherlands, need to s...

Xolo
16 jan 2025

DAFT explained: What ZZP’ers need to know

If you’re a U.S. citizen considering freelancing or starting a busines...

Xolo
18 dec 2024

Need to know: New Dutch legislation could impact freelancers

We’ve been keeping an eye on developments that could reshape freelanci...

Xolo
11 dec 2024

The freelancer’s guide to paying taxes in the Netherlands

Working as a ZZP’er (freelancer) in the Netherlands has its buffet of ...

Xolo
04 dec 2024

How to obtain a Dutch VAT number as a self-employed person

Obtaining your VAT number in the Netherlands will allow you to charge,...

Xolo
04 dec 2024
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