What is ‘Springboard to Self-Employment’?

Would you like to start your own business whilst still receiving unemployment benefit? The Springboard to Self-Employment scheme makes this possible: you can continue to receive your benefit for up to 12 months whilst starting your secondary occupation at the same time. A smart scheme that allows you to test your business idea without giving […]

Self-employed student: everything you need to know about this special statute

Are you an enterprising student looking to start your own business? If so, the self-employed student statute might be just the thing for you. Let’s take a look at the content of the statute and what you need to bear in mind. Who is eligible for the self-employed student statute? To qualify for the self-employed […]

Which secondary occupations can you do from home?

More and more people are considering starting a secondary occupation. Why not, especially if you can work entirely from home? Thanks to the internet, technology, and the shift toward remote work, there are now countless opportunities to start a secondary occupation from home. Below, you’ll find a comprehensive overview of what you can do and […]

Making money with YouTube: everything you need to know

YouTube continues to constantly reinvent itself and, as a result, keeps creating new opportunities. What once started mainly with funny cat videos and simple DIY tips has today grown into a fully-fledged platform where millions of creators build an income. Thanks to YouTube Shorts, your content is more accessible and your reach grows faster than […]

22 ideas for secondary occupations to earn extra income

More and more people are starting secondary occupations. There are now more than 1 million self-employed people in Belgium. For some, it is a way to make their dreams come true, while for others it is an opportunity to earn some extra money or develop new skills. Perhaps you are also thinking about starting a […]

Being self-employed as a pensioner: everything you need to know

Retirement no longer means you have to rest on your laurels. More and more pensioners are choosing to become self-employed: to continue sharing their knowledge, stay active or simply earn some extra income. But how to get started? And what do you need to take into account in terms of taxes, accounting, social security contributions […]

Which social insurance fund will you choose as a self-employed person in 2024?

As a self-employed person in Belgium, you must join a social insurance fund. This choice is required and it affects not only your social security, but also your access to healthcare, pension schemes and other social benefits. Choice stress? No worries, because in this article we take you through the most important considerations when selecting […]

CBE number or company number: is there a big difference?

There is no difference between a CBE number and a company number. “CBE” stands for Crossroads Bank for Enterprises, a convenient online database where you can find all companies. A synonym for the CBE number is the company number. Both terms refer to the unique 10-digit identification code assigned to every Belgian company. What is […]

The pros and cons of being a self-employed student: is it for you?

As a student, it is sometimes attractive to set up your own company or work as a freelancer alongside your studies. Let’s face it, in the first place you do it to earn more. Maybe even because you want to get real hands-on experience. The list of advantages is endless. But also consider some of […]

Payrolling for freelancers, students and artists – what does it mean?

If you are a Belgian freelancer, you have probably heard of the draft payrolling. But what does it actually mean? And how can it affect your freelance career? In this blog post, we are going to answer these questions and explain the benefits of payrolling for freelancers, students and artists in Belgium. 🎯 What is […]