How to survive and thrive as a freelancer in the Netherlands by Erik Mell Xolo looks at the common issues freelancers in the Netherlands face, how to reduce time spent on business admin, and how doing business as a legal entity can help. Why is investing in real estate so interesting? by Mie Lan Kok If you dream of being financially independent, investing in real estate is a good option. Mie-Lan Kok explains why. Selling online: What you need to know about VAT in Europe by Thierry Martens Do you sell things via Amazon or Etsy, for example? Make sure that as an online seller, you know what your obligations are when it comes to VAT. You don't want to be fined!

Dutch parliament supports extension of national curfew Following a debate on Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted in support of the Dutch government's curfew extension. The curfew will now lift on March 3. Marketing & PR-Consultant Assistant Account Manager

Vaccine waste in the Netherlands: RIVM to introduce new delivery guidelines An investigation carried out by the AD revealed non-professional companies were used to transport vaccine doses in the Netherlands, leading to doses being wasted. How corrupt is the Netherlands? A recent survey has revealed how corrupt countries are perceived to be by experts. Despite certain challenges, the Netherlands was not seen as very corrupt. Dutch government introduces 15 cent deposit on cans from 2022 The Dutch government has introduced a 15 cent deposit for all cans sold in the Netherlands. The new rule will come into effect next December.

Europe’s longest pedestrian and cyclist bridge opens in Groningen It’s been a busy couple of months for Groningen, and now the city has become the home of the Pieter Smitbrug - the longest pedestrian and cyclist bridge in Europe! Historic winter weather: Will the Netherlands see these weather phenomena? Considering the rare cold snap the Netherlands is enjoying, can the country look forward to any of these magical natural phenomena over the coming days? Guardian Institute: Premium tutoring and counselling services Guardian Institute offers state-of-the-art tutoring and counselling services to ensure your child receives the best possible guidance for personal and educational development.

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