March 2025 - Social media offer entrepreneurs a dynamic platform to connect directly with their target audience. But how do you create an authentic and authoritative brand online with tens of thousands of followers?
Social media enables two-way communication. ➤

March 2025 - Cybercrime is evolving rapidly, and 60% of Belgian SMEs are exposed to it.
In this article, we analyze some emerging threats, provide tips for preventive measures and discuss the importance of investing in modern security systems. ➤

March 2025 - The current labor market is making ever higher and more specific demands on talent, while available candidates are becoming scarcer. Too often, organizations look for talent outside their own walls, while the “white ravens” are already present within the organization. You just have to discover them. ➤

March 2025 - Does your company operate across national borders? Then keep a close eye on the following tax reform measures from De Wever I's federal coalition agreement. They can have a significant impact on your business activities over time. ➤

March 2025 - As an entrepreneur, you know that success depends not only on hard work, but also on reliable goods and services, efficient service and high customer satisfaction.  ISO standards can be an important means of achieving this objective. But what exactly are these standards? And why are they so valuable for your business? ➤

March 2025 - To support SMEs in collecting and sharing their sustainability data, Febelfin and Isabel are launching an innovative digital platform. This platform offers a uniform, secure and simple way to report ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) data. SMEs can thus more easily meet the expectations of banks, investors and large companies… ➤

March 2025 - Many entrepreneurs think that a low price gives them a competitive advantage. But did you know that being too cheap can have just the opposite effect? Customers often associate price with quality. Pricing that is too low can raise suspicion: ‘What's wrong… ➤

March 2025 - On 3 February 2025, the federal government De Wever I took the oath of office.
The coalition agreement includes a series of fiscal reforms that have yet to be enacted into law.
Which measures are in the pipeline in the coming years? ➤

March 2025 - De Wever I's coalition agreement introduces a series of reforms to modernise the labour market and create a balance between job security, social protection and flexibility. For entrepreneurs and the self-employed, the agreement contains some important measures. Which measures… ➤

February 2025 - Choosing a new location for a company warehouse is a strategic decision that has a direct impact on the efficiency and growth of your business.
The right warehouse not only ensures better logistics, but also helps save costs and serve your customers faster.
Choosing a warehouse in six steps: ➤

February 2025 - The VSME standard, a new voluntary framework for sustainability reporting, will be officially launched in 2025.
This tool is specifically designed to support SMEs in reporting their sustainability efforts.
What is the VSME and who is it for? ➤

February 2025 - A revamped investment deduction system has been in place in Belgium since 1 January 2025. This reform, established via a Royal Decree on 20 December 2024, aims to simplify the complex rules for entrepreneurs while giving them more legal certainty. Under the new system, entrepreneurs… ➤

February 2025 - Loyal customers are the backbone of any successful business.
They not only keep coming back, but also act as ambassadors of your brand. But how do successful brands build a loyal customer base?
Here are some lessons you can apply to build customer loyalty. ➤

February 2025 - Entrepreneurship is hugely rewarding, but it also brings moments of uncertainty and setbacks. Whether it's economic headwinds, falling sales or personal stress, staying motivated can be a challenge. Here are some practical strategies to maintain your motivation, even in difficult times. ➤

February 2025 - Traditional marketing messages often get lost in the crowd. But there is a powerful tool that can make your message stand out: storytelling. Stories have the unique gift of evoking emotions, inspiring and connecting. How can you use storytelling to strengthen your communication? 1. Why does storytelling work? People are… ➤

February 2025 - Social media is a must for entrepreneurs who want their business to be seen online. But did you know that your success on Facebook, Instagragm, LinkedIn and Tiktok is largely determined by algorithms? These sophisticated systems decide who sees your content - and who doesn't. Do you want to make sure your posts stand… ➤

February 2025 - Excellent customer service is one of the foundations of a successful business. It not only helps keep customers happy, but also build loyalty and enhance a positive reputation. These seven practical tips will help you future-proof your customer service: 1. Invest in training: Your team is the face of your customer service. ➤

February 2025 - In 2025, as a business owner or consultant, you need to consider numerous new measures. These novelties may have an impact on your business operations. We list some notable changes. 1. Taxation - New size criteria for companies: The conditions for being considered a ‘small… ➤

February 2025 - In a persistently challenging economic context, Belgian SMEs remain remarkably optimistic. This is evident from the latest edition of the semi-annual ‘SME Work Barometer’, conducted by Acerta in cooperation with ETION and VKW Limburg. Although confidence has declined slightly, many entrepreneurs see future… ➤

January 2025 - The new year is upon us, and for entrepreneurs, this presents a unique opportunity to reinvent not only your business but also yourself.
Pause for a challenging thought: what if you had to rebuild your entire business from scratch? What would that look like?
This is the time to answer that question. ➤

January 2025 - The end of the year is approaching, and that is often a busy but also inspiring period for entrepreneurs. While the last orders are coming in and you might be organising another Christmas party, it is also a good time to look ahead. How do you make sure your business is ready for a successful new year? Here are three concrete tips. ➤

January 2025 - As an SME entrepreneur, you know how important it is to control costs.
Every euro you save can be reinvested in your business.
But saving without sacrificing quality?
That requires a smart approach.
Here are five practical tips you can apply today. ➤

January 2025 - From early 2025, the legal retirement age in Belgium will be raised from 65 to 66. This will affect all workers aged 65 and younger.
Yet 8 in 10 workers do not believe they will be able to work that long, according to research by Securex.
This percentage has remained almost stable since 2019. ➤

January 2025 - For SMEs, 2024 was a tough year. According to the UNIZO SME Barometer, which recorded a negative score for the thirteenth quarter in a row, we closed with one of the worst results in a decade. Bankruptcies spike, entrepreneurs are pessimistic about the economy and profitability remains a major problem. The outlook for 2025… ➤

January 2025 - For business owners and their tax advisers, year-end is always another challenging and stressful period. This annual process requires precision and planning, but fortunately there are ways to make it more efficient. What are the key points of focus in this process? How can a practical checklist… ➤

January 2025 - From 1 January 2025, the investment deduction landscape in Belgium will change dramatically. Whereas entrepreneurs and companies could previously deduct almost any investment, the updated regulations call for a more targeted approach. As an entrepreneur, you can include… ➤

January 2025 - From 1 January 2025, there will be a new temporary simplified scheme for reimbursement of electricity costs when employees charge their company car at home. For employees who charge their electric company cars at home, there will be greater clarity… ➤

January 2025 - The year 2025 will bring a series of changes on the VAT front. Deadlines, procedures and practicalities will all be updated. Wider deadline for quarterly returns. For businesses filing VAT returns quarterly, the deadline will be extended. From 2025, you will get until the 25th day of the month following the quarter to file and pay your return. ➤

January 2025 - From 1 January 2025, the discount on social security contributions for employers who keep employees aged 62 and over will disappear in Flanders. What Flemish tax breaks will be retained in the coming year, though? Target group discounts As an employer, you can benefit from various target group discounts, which reduce social… ➤

December 2024 - Artificial intelligence (AI) has long ceased to be a futuristic concept. Big companies like Google and Amazon have been using AI technology for years, but it also offers huge opportunities for SMEs. This article lists what AI can do for your business and how you can start using it. What can AI do for your SME? ➤

December 2024 - The European Forest Regulation, or EUDR, gets a one-year reprieve. This means large companies will not have to comply with the new rules until 30 December 2025. For SMEs, the deadline is 30 June 2026. The decision comes after mounting pressure from several… ➤

December 2024 - 1. Unfavourable business climate: It is no secret that the business climate in Belgium has become more difficult. Confidence among Belgian entrepreneurs has fallen in recent months, partly due to rising labour costs and uncertainties in international markets. This affects many sectors, from construction to manufacturing… ➤

December 2024 - From 1 January 2025, the digital control card for temporary unemployment will become mandatory, with the paper version disappearing completely. This switch offers several advantages. As an employer, when you decide to make an employee temporarily unemployed, the employment… ➤

December 2024 - Absenteeism in Belgium reached record levels in the first half of 2024, with a notable rise in absenteeism among young workers. Medium-term absenteeism (absences of one month to one year) rose by 8% and long-term absenteeism (longer than one year) by 7%. The biggest increase was seen among 25- to 34-year-olds… ➤

December 2024 - Should you hire new employees to meet the growing demands of your business, or is it wiser to invest in training your current team? Both options have benefits, but which is best for your business? 1. Recruiting can quickly provide the right expertise. If you need specific skills that your... ➤

December 2024 - With the introduction of the new Private Investigation Act, internal investigations into personnel are more strictly regulated. The law replaces the outdated Private Investigation Act of 1991. The new regulations - which are expected to come into force by the end of 2024 - apply to companies that want to investigate, for example, fraud… ➤

December 2024 - Invoice fraud affects countless individuals and businesses every year. With the rise of digital fraud, criminals are now also trying to digitally penetrate mailboxes or information systems, where they modify account numbers or create fake invoices. In invoice fraud, criminals intercept a real invoice - often from a mailbox… ➤

December 2024 - From 1 January 2025, the Belgian legislator is modernising the VAT declaration procedure and the collection of tax and non-tax debts. One of the biggest changes is the automatic monthly refund for all monthly declarants, who will no longer need a special licence. For quarterly filers, the filing deadline is extended to the 25th day of the... ➤

December 2024 - Since 1 November 2024, four new support zones have been introduced in Flanders to replace the existing ones, and the dislocated zone aid will be extended for a period of six years.
This support measure offers companies investing in these zones a significant reduction in their wage costs when… ➤

November 2024 - Public procurement offers entrepreneurs opportunities beyond the traditional market. From small SMEs to larger companies, every type of business can benefit from stable and often lucrative contracts. Here are some reasons why it can be beneficial to win public procurement contracts. Government contracts offer… ➤

November 2024 - Belgian SMEs are increasingly struggling with applicants who have unrealistic salary expectations. About half of the SMEs surveyed face non-market-compliant wage demands, according to a survey by SD Worx. On average, half of all SMEs receive applicants with unrealistic… ➤

November 2024 - As an entrepreneur, you naturally want to get the most out of your business without paying unnecessary taxes. Fortunately, there are several ways to get money out of your business in a tax-friendly way. Below are five tips to do this smartly and legally. One of the most common ways to… ➤

November 2024 - The Voluntary Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME) is an initiative of the European Union and EFRAG. It provides unlisted SMEs with a standardised way to report sustainability information. The VSME provides an accessible method to share sustainability efforts. ➤

November 2024 - An annual survey by SD Worx of over 16,000 employees in ten European countries, including a thousand working Belgians, shows that almost half of under-25s would like to start their own business.
This trend can also be seen at Xerius, the largest business counter for self-employed people in our country. ➤

November 2024 - From 1 January 2026, all Belgian VAT-registered companies must use inter-company structured electronic invoices. Want to check whether your company's e-invoicing software complies with the new regulations? Electronic invoices are documents exchanged directly between the software of different companies. ➤

November 2024 - In our digital world, a business app is not a luxury but a strategic necessity. Why your organisation, employees and customers will also benefit from having their own mobile app, you will read below. 1. An app puts you in your customer's pocket It is every business leader's dream to be… ➤

November 2024 - The CSRD has made corporate sustainability a central pillar of many companies' strategies.  More transparency about and better quality of sustainability information: that's what it's all about. How do you best approach communication on corporate sustainability? ➤

November 2024 - A survey by HR consultancy Hudson (part of Randstad Group) shows that only 10 per cent of Belgian organisations use the legal mobility budget. According to figures from SD Worx, 852 companies offered the legal mobility budget in 2023. This measure was introduced in 2019 as an alternative to the company car. ➤

November 2024 - In a family business, business and emotional interests are often closely intertwined. This can lead to complex and sensitive situations that potentially impact business strategy and growth. A family charter, also known as a family protocol, is, therefore, an important document. ➤

October 2024 - For many SME entrepreneurs, growth is the ultimate ambition. Growing not only means more customers and turnover, but also strengthening one's position in the market and ensuring future-proofing. Yet it turns out that a lack of financial resources often puts a brake on this ambition. How can SMEs... ➤

October 2024 - Time is one of the most valuable resources for any entrepreneur, and efficient time management can make the difference between success and stagnation. Especially for SMEs, where the entrepreneur often plays multiple roles, it is essential to make the best use of the time available. Here are three practical tips for better time... ➤

October 2024 - Although their small scale gives them advantages, SMEs often struggle with limited financial resources to invest in innovation. To address this problem, the FPS Economy launched a campaign to inform SMEs about the various financing options available. In Belgium, the vast majority of SMEs have fewer than ten employees. ➤

October 2024 - A survey by SD Worx shows that about half of Belgian SMEs offer company cars to their employees. These vehicles are mainly used as function cars, mainly for visiting customers. Companies with less than three cars form the majority, but larger organisations often have more. Especially in Brussels and Wallonia, company... ➤

October 2024 - Growing SMEs, especially in manufacturing and services, face significant challenges they must overcome to remain successful. We identify five critical levers that companies need to work on to achieve sustainable growth. 1. Strategy: One of the biggest pitfalls for growing companies is the lack of a clear, forward-looking strategy. ➤

October 2024 - Do you employ one or more employees? Then it is a wise choice to have the administrative follow-up - from payroll to time credit - done by specialists. As many as 90 per cent of Belgian companies are affiliated to a social secretariat. Knowing that such affiliation is not a legal obligation, it can't be a coincidence that so many... ➤

October 2024 - When you leave on holiday, check carefully that all the windows and doors of your home are locked. After all, you don't want to give burglars or other unwanted visitors a chance to steal valuables. The same goes for your business. Securing data against hackers should always be an absolute priority. Yet many companies still... ➤

October 2024 - From 1 January 2025, the quasi-immunity of auxiliary persons, such as freelancers and subcontractors, will change. As an entrepreneur, what do you need to know about this? As part of a modernised Civil Code, the new Book 6 of the Civil Code was adopted on 1 February 2024. Subsequently, the federal government approved an... ➤

October 2024 - In a fast-growing SME, it is crucial that the organisational structure and culture keep pace with this growth. With the new grant call ‘Organising differently’, Europe WSE - formerly known as ESF Flanders - supports SMEs in this growth process. Which talent do you deploy for new tasks? How do you create a broad support base... ➤

October 2024 - In a business that attracts new customers, generates additional turnover and hires new employees, you as an employer need to consider additional obligations. Each time a cape in the workforce is crossed (20, 50 or 100 employees), new legal ground rules come into play. How do you keep a clear... ➤

June 2024 - As a manager in a service and installation company, you are responsible for managing the technicians on the job. Naturally, you do everything possible to ensure that this runs as efficiently as possible, but that does not prevent things from going wrong from time to time. In this article, we show… ➤

June 2024 - Do you want to stay one step ahead of your competitors? Then it is a good idea to regularly update your expertise and skills. In this article, you will learn how to approach that. Brushing up on your knowledge? Choosing the right tools for your office? Or develop your soft skills? By continuously working on yourself and your employees… ➤

June 2024 - Maintenance mechanic, electrician, site manager or mechanic? The shortage of technically skilled profiles is acute. And this is felt by service and installation companies, which are finding it increasingly difficult to find suitable staff. A solid recruitment strategy is a must to find the right people, but how do you make sure your employees.. ➤

June 2024 - As if a long-term sick person does not have it hard enough, another threat lurks: the fade-out. The longer a sick colleague remains absent, the harder it becomes to return to work. The remedy for this is keeping in touch, embedded in a solid reintegration process. Figures from the federal health… ➤

June 2024 - From 1 January 2026, structured electronic invoices will become the norm for transactions between Belgian companies. In this article, we list everything you need to know about e-invoicing. What is electronic invoicing or e-invoicing? When we talk about electronic invoicing, or e-invoicing, we are not talking… ➤

June 2024 - The sole proprietorship is and remains by far the most popular business form for start-ups. Unlike a company, you and your sole proprietorship are one entity, with no distinction between private assets and those of your business. The downside of this is that you face a high tax burden in personal income tax, supplemented… ➤

June 2024 - On 22 December 2023, the federal parliament approved new legislation on Controlled Foreign Companies (CFCs). Since tax year 2024 - financial years ending on 31 December 2023 or later - as a Belgian business group or holding company, you have to take into account an extended… ➤

June 2024 - On 20 March 2024, the chamber approved at first reading a new bill on investment deduction reform. We expect this revision to effectively pass the final reading, with ‘supporting the investment climate and green energy transition in Belgium’ being the main objective. The new investment deduction regime will apply to fixed assets… ➤

June 2024 - In a previous news item, we informed you about the launch of the Federal Learning Account (FLA), where, as part of the employment deal, you are required as an employer to record both formal and informal training within the employment relationship in this separate database. ➤

June 2024 - Since 2024, there is a disclosure requirement regarding VAT deduction for mixed and partial taxable persons. This applies to taxable persons using the general ratio or actual use. Mixed taxpayers applying the general ratio. For this group, the ratio number basically determines the right to… ➤

May 2024 - Being held liable after a workplace accident or having to pay a hefty compensation claim? For business owners, it is their worst nightmare. With these tips, you can protect yourself to the max. 1.   Clear general terms and conditions. Companies can be held liable not only by their employees, but also by their customers or suppliers. ➤

May 2024 - ERP or Enterprise Resource Planning is an umbrella term for software that centralises all kinds of business processes (logistics, administrative, financial, ?) in a single management and information platform. ERP software enables far-reaching automation, allowing companies, including yours, to work more efficiently. Even on the road. ➤

May 2024 - Donating money to a recognised charity is tax deductible. Provided you meet a number of conditions.
If you make a donation of at least 40 euros (to one association or institution), you are eligible for a tax reduction. Of course, higher amounts or… ➤

May 2024 - Working for the government is getting easier for SMEs, thanks to the new e-procurement platform and a federal charter. All public procurement tailored to SMEs is collected on the revamped e-procurement platform. There, entrepreneurs now find what they are looking for even faster and easier. ➤

May 2024 - Spurred by Europe, 'the special tax exemption scheme for small businesses' in the VAT Code is being amended. This will allow small businesses established in another European member state but carrying out taxable transactions in our country to opt to benefit from a VAT exemption. The new measure will enter into force on… ➤

May 2024 - In early 2022, many entrepreneurs got acquainted for the first time with Reprobel, the body responsible for the collection and redistribution of reproduction remunerations. Again this year, many entrepreneurs received a letter or e-mail asking them to submit their returns before 30 April 2024. What do you need to know about this? ➤

May 2024 - Based on the Act of 5 November 2023 containing various provisions on economy, as entered into force on 21 December 2023, since the end of 2023, the FPS Finance has a new ground for ex officio removal of a company from the CBE: non-compliance with UBO formalities. The consequences are immediately visible… ➤

May 2024 - On 20 March 2024, the federal government approved the reduced VAT rate of 6% for demolition and reconstruction projects followed by the construction of rental housing. ➤

May 2024 - The applicable VAT regime for virtual events - such as livestream training courses, online sports activities, online conferences,? - exist within the various EU member states, there is a lot of uncertainty.
Currently, if you provide services of a cultural, artistic, sporting, scientific or entertainment nature, they are… ➤

May 2024 - On 4 April 2024, the federal parliament finally approved the pension reform. Some notable measures include a pension bonus of 33,975 euros for those working for three years and stricter conditions for the minimum pension. Pension bonus up to more than €30,000. ➤

April 2024 - Do you want the brightest minds and strongest profiles on your company's payroll? Here are seven tips every HR professional should take to heart. 1. Show your added value. Are you going to draft a job advertisement or interview? Then try to convey very precisely how your company makes a difference for your staff… ➤

April 2024 - How can CRM tools boost your sales? Which tools are available and which functionalities offer real added value? CRM software has evolved a lot in recent years. It has evolved from a modern and expensive gadget reserved for large companies to an indispensable tool for every company, regardless of turnover or number of employees. ➤

April 2024 - A competitive analysis is an essential part of the business plan and an indispensable policy tool for managers and entrepreneurs. At least if it is clearly and insightfully prepared. But how do you get started? And where do you get the right data? Competitive analysis is part of the business or business plan. The aim is to paint a clear picture of a… ➤

April 2024 - A business plan is an essential document for any (starting) company. It describes your activity, the market you operate in, your competitors and your financial challenges. It helps you achieve your goals and overcome obstacles - not only during the start-up phase of your business but also later. ➤

April 2024 - For a service company, ‘service' is undoubtedly its greatest asset. You would rather not leave customers with a broken heating or electricity installation out in the cold for too long. So, your organisation needs to run on wheels to carry out interventions quickly and efficiently. ➤

April 2024 - The number of cyber-attacks and incidents has been rising sharply in recent years. Moreover, hackers are becoming increasingly creative, threatening companies with ransomware, data breaches, phishing, CEO fraud or reports on the dark web. To address this worrying phenomenon and make European member… ➤

April 2024 - Mixed taxpayers are taxpayers who carry out both taxed and exempt transactions. Due to this mixed tax liability, there is no full right to VAT deduction. That deduction can be made on the basis of the general ratio or by applying actual use. Mixed taxpayers must report their use through a notification. ➤

April 2024 - By RD of 12 January 2024 (publication on 25 January 2024), the reference interest rates for cheap loans were published. These reference rates are used to calculate the benefit in kind for a loan granted by a company to its director(s) or employee(s). This is also used to determine the overdraft interest rate for the 2023 income year. ➤

April 2024 - From 1 January 2026, the mandatory introduction of digital invoicing is imminent for Belgian companies. In early 2024, the Belgian Chamber of Representatives approved a change in the law that gives companies a tax advantage when they switch to e-invoicing. Specifically, sole traders and SMEs will enjoy… ➤

April 2024 - A company or sole proprietorship that makes too few advance payments of its income taxes must reckon with a tax increase. Until the financial year 2023, this increment was 6.75% or 4.5%. For the financial year 2024, it will be 9%. So, a proactive prepayment strategy is not a luxury! ➤

March 2024 - The House plenary approved a bill requiring retailers to accept cash payments. According to European regulations, customers in the European Union must be free to choose whether to pay in cash or electronically. However, the number of stores where this is not possible is increasing. More and more merchants are refusing cash… ➤

March 2024 - By the end of March, companies with 20 or more employees must have a labour deal training plan ready. A survey shows that nearly 4 in 10 SMEs have that plan ready today. About a third have yet to start.
What is the labour deal?
The labour deal contains a series of measures to reform the labour market. ➤

March 2024 - Digital invoicing between companies will be mandatory from Jan. 1, 2026. Still a long way off, you think? Yet you'd better not wait too long. Mandatory digital invoicing is the brainchild of Finance Minister Vincent van Peteghem (CD&V). But Belgium is anything but a pioneer: countries such as Italy, France and Poland have embraced… ➤

March 2024 - Whoever says artificial intelligence, says ChatGPT. But is the chatbot worth anything in your business? ChatGPT is based on a language model trained by OpenAI to handle a wide range of textual tasks. It is important to note that ChatGPT does not understand what it writes, it is only lol at estimating how human language works. ➤

March 2024 - The three letters stand for Environmental, Social and Governance. But what else do you know about ESG? And why is it something you really can't ignore this year as an entrepreneur? Sustainability and corporate social responsibility are terms that have been around for a long time. Most entrepreneurs don't lose any sleep over them. But that will soon change. ➤

March 2024 - At the start of a new year, we give you an overview of changes to the registration duties on real estate in Flanders. A landlord or leaseholder must pay registration fees on the total fees it pays to the landlord or leaseholder. Since Jan. 1, 2024, this fee has increased from 2% to 5%. (To refresh, the right of superficies is the right… ➤

March 2024 - At the end of January 2024, Finance Minister Vincent Van Peteghem reached an agreement within the federal regulation to determine the reference CO2 emissions for commercial vehicles. CO2 emissions are an important parameter to calculate the benefit in kind (VAA) for company cars. ➤

March 2024 - Like every year, in 2024 you will have to consider new tax rules that may impact your company and employees. We highlight some notable measures: Tax limit amounts re-indexed: a whole series of federal tax caps were not indexed from income years 2020 through 2023. Starting in income year 2024, these amounts will again… ➤

March 2024 - In 2024 you can again submit a dossier for the SME growth subsidy on three occasions. With this subsidy instrument, the Flemish government wants to support SMEs in Flanders in their growth trajectory. That trajectory must be in line with one of the following important social themes: digitalization, sustainable… ➤

March 2024 - Since January. 1, 2024, you should expect significant changes regarding the VAT rate for demolition and reconstruction of private homes. Until now, you could apply (or have applied) the 6% rate only for renovations of homes older than 10 years and for demolition and reconstruction in 32 centre cities. Since Jan. 1, 2021… ➤

February 2024 - Employers who have to grant bicycle allowances to their employees based on NAR CBA No 164 can temporarily count on tax compensation in the form of a tax credit. As of 1 May 2023, it will be compulsory for employers who regularly cycle to work with their employees to pay a… ➤

February 2024 - In 2024, the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSRD) directive will come into force, a set of laws and decrees marking a new standard around sustainability reporting. Over 50,000 large and small companies will be impacted. On 5 January 2023, the Corporate… ➤

February 2024 - There have never been so many SMEs in Belgium as last year. 1.3 million to be precise. Almost half of them are one-person businesses. As shown by the annual SME barometer of data specialists Graydoncreditsafe and Unizo, things are going well for Belgian SMEs. ➤

February 2024 - Inventory management costs money. But those who are smart in the warehouse can reap commercial benefits from it. In Belgium, the cost of stock for the average SME is estimated at 15 to 20 per cent of the financial value of the stock. Yet, the stock is indispensable in many cases. For three reasons: Fast delivery increases your service. ➤

February 2024 - Whatever business you are in, at the end of the financial year, only one thing counts: the amount below the line. The financial management of your business, therefore, deserves full attention. An ERP system brings insight into your data and figures. The basis of sound financial management is up-to-date accounting. An ERP… ➤

February 2024 - The start of a new year always has a number of tax novelties in store. In 2024, too, you can expect a number of changes in corporate tax. Which changes should you take into account?
Statutory filing deadlines
As is its annual custom, the FPS Finance informs taxpayers of the tax... ➤

February 2024 - In 2024, you should consider some new HR measures for employers and employees. In this article, we list some of the critical changes.
Extension of date for presentation of purchasing power premium
Through the RD of 23 April 2023 on the purchasing power premium, well-performing companies can grant a one-off purchasing power premium… ➤

February 2024 - Until the tax year 2023, non-profit organisations, international not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) and private foundations were subject to a 0.17% tax on the value of their assets (albeit with an exemption of a first tranche of EUR 25,000 of assets). Since 1 January 2024, a reformed rate… ➤

February 2024 - As every year, there are a lot of striking VAT novelties in 2024. In this article, we list some important changes for you.
VAT identification number: technical adjustments
Based on a recent draft law, several technical adjustments are being made regarding the allocation of a VAT… ➤

February 2024 - On 12 October 2023, the Royal Decree was published, determining the scales and application modalities of administrative fines for taxpayers who fail to spontaneously declare their immovable property. These penalty scales also apply to foreign properties. Each owner, occupier, leaseholder, superficies holder or usufructuary must declare the… ➤

January 2024 - Increased interest rates are making retirement savings attractive again for the self-employed. We take a closer look at the various forms of saving through the second and third pillars. Third-pillar retirement savings involve savings where a deposit of 990 euros (1,270 euros) entitles you to a tax reduction of 30 (25) per cent. In… ➤

January 2024 - What are the deadlines for corporate and personal income tax returns for assessment year 2024? And what about car taxation? Three questions to start the new year well prepared.
What are the declaration deadlines for assessment year 2024 and subsequent years? ➤

January 2024 - A new (tax) year calls for a new annual calendar. In this overview, we list all the important dates (deadlines for VAT returns, withholding taxes, etc.) for the first quarter. Handy!

January

01/01: Happy New Year 
05/01: Rsz… ➤

January 2024 - Although work stress remains a concern, Flemish self-employed people's satisfaction is in good shape. This is according to research by SERV, the socio-economic council of Flanders.
Of the 1,788 Flemish self-employed who gave their input this year (in the first measurement since the corona… ➤

January 2024 - In March 2019, you as an employer had the opportunity to introduce the mobility budget in your company. As part of a simplification of this measure, a flat-rate formula to calculate this budget will be available from 1 January 2024. Through the mobility budget, an employee can exchange his or her company car for… ➤

January 2024 - Through a bill dated 19 October 2023, the federal government announced a new measure for tenants deducting rent paid as a professional expense. This bill was passed on 28 November 2023. Today, if an owner of a second home rents this property privately, it is not taxed on the real… ➤

January 2024 - Under the November 2022 labour deal, every full-time employee will be entitled to at least five training days a year from 2024. Before 2023, this amounted to four days. At the same time, this law requires companies employing at least 20 workers to draw up a training plan once a calendar year. ➤

January 2024 - The Miscellaneous Tax and Financial Provisions Act of 20 November 2022 extends the audit and assessment deadlines for income taxes in certain situations that the tax administration must take into account. The applicable three-year period for checking a timely filed and formally correct return remains unchanged. ➤