Tax in the Netherlands part 6
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 7 August 2012
Part 6 of our series about tax in the Netherlands
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Fake emails
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 30 July 2012
The Belastingdienst and DigiD have warned about fraudulent emails wherein the sender of the emails poses as the Belastingdienst.
Misleading question 30% ruling
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 25 July 2012
According to PwC, companies what use the online 30%-ruling application form from the Belastingdienst are being misled. Namely with regard to the question over what constitutes an incoming employee.
Travel Cost Changes Postponed
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 9 July 2012
The previously announced changes to the tax-free travel allowance have been postponed.
Expat Housing Seminar 7
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 29 June 2012
Get ready for the 7th edition of the Expat Housing Seminar and find out the advantages of buying a house in the Netherlands. Let the experts tell you all the details involved.
Tax in the Netherlands part 5
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 18 June 2012
The 5th article in our series on tax in the Netherlands discusses the changes made to 30% ruling on January 1, 2012, the risks of the 30% rule and what happens when the ruling expires.
Transition VAT
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 17 June 2012
The VAT rate is being increased from 19 to 21 per cent as of 1 October 2012. For purchases which span this period the moment of execution rather than the invoice date is of importance.
EU-proof!
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 14 June 2012
This article discusses the clawback scheme which has been adapted to bring it into line with EU law.
Flex BV 1 October
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 13 June 2012
Finally we have the legislative text. Find out about the Flex BV and the consequences of the law change; more flexibility, but also the necessary restrictions and requirements for directors and shareholders.
Expat pensions
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 7 June 2012
Expats have considerably more difficulty when planning for retirement. Be aware of your rights and entitlements for pensions in your birth and adopted countries. Here is an overview of the Dutch AOW state pension.
Economical cars
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 4 June 2012
As of July 1st a number of favourable tax facilities for economical cars will go. So hurry up if you are considering buying!
Travel costs in 2013
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 28 May 2012
Presented last Friday; the final text of the Spring agreement. The travel costs scheme has been drastically revised. A measure which will undoubtedly be revised many more times until it becomes definitive.
Additions 30%-ruling
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 22 May 2012
The tax office have cleared up some ambiguities surrounding some parts of the new 30%-ruling. The 25-year period and the condition of specific expertise are further clarified.
Less-educated workers
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 6 May 2012
There is not minimum level of education required to be granted the 30%-ruling as such. The current ruling does not suggest this. A vocational education can be sufficient if the condition of scarce and specific expertise is met.
Tax in the Netherlands part 4
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 26 April 2012
The fourth edition of our series on Tax in the Netherlands discusses requests for an extension for filing the tax return and the penalties for the late submission of returns.
Residence and Benefits
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 23 April 2012
The Minister of Finance has written a letter to the Lower House in which he outlines the legal contours for lawful residence in the Netherlands in relation to benefit entitlement.
Measures
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 23 April 2012
The current caretaker government have their hands full in implementing budget deficit measures. Some of the measures have severe consequences.
0% rate on ICT
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 10 April 2012
The threat of carousel fraud affects almost the entire chain of business involved; also businesses who abide by the letter of the law. Recently there has been a positive outcome for bona fide businesses.
Expat Housing Seminar 6
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 5 April 2012
Get ready for the 6th edition of the Expat Housing Seminar and find out the advantages of buying a house in the Netherlands. Let the experts tell you all the details involved.
Expat Experiences – Dutch pay slip
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 26 March 2012
If you are new to the Netherlands you might have had more than a little trouble deciphering your pay slip at the end of the month. We have compiled a brief explanation of some of the terms and deductions to lessen the shock at the end of the month when your wallet is a bit lighter than you expected it to be.
Tax in the Netherlands part 3
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 14 March 2012
This article discusses the consequences for late filing or failure to file income tax returns, the transition from employment to self-employment and offers tips and tricks for the income tax return 2011.
Mortgage Interest Deduction
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 13 March 2012
The government’s vision for the future of the mortgage interest deduction will come after March 15, 2012. Also in the pipeline are developments regarding the deduction for little or no home ownership debt, the social role of housing corporations and a possible rent increase for tenants with a joint income above € 43,000.
Payment deferral
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 29 February 2012
When emigrating to another country a tax on final profit is due, in the case of both persons and businesses. A deferral of payment of this tax is now available upon request.
Clawback Scheme
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 28 February 2012
Minister of Finance Weekers will introduce a resolution stating that the so-called clawback or recovery scheme is inapplicable for foreign taxpayers who earn 90% or more of their income in the Netherlands.
Expat Housing Seminar 5
Written by: Bas Hollenberg | 27 February 2012
We must be on to a good thing! Due to popular demand, the 5th Expat Housing Seminar is coming on March 20th.