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Market rates for freelancers in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Financial Planning, Getting Clients, Growing your freelance business, Marketing, Starting as a freelancer | No Comments
In this post, you’ll find a crowd-sourced and research-backed overview of freelance rates across industries like IT, marketing, engineering, life sciences, and creative services. We've gathered data from the Freelancers…

Getting Clients with… Content Marketing

Paola Campo | Getting Clients | No Comments
Content marketing is an easy-to-implement and relatively affordable tactic to get new clients. But in a world of "content creators" on every social media platform, does content marketing actually work?…

What you need to know when you are expecting a baby as a freelancer in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Legal, Social Security | No Comments
Here is what the very informative article includes: types of government allowances paid to all parents in Belgium, including the birth allowance worth over €1000 for your first child and…

What Is Professional Liability Insurance and Why Do Freelancers Need It?

Jenny Bjorklof | Insurance | No Comments
Professional liability insurance is a crucial safeguard for freelancers, covering unintentional mistakes or damages that could lead to financial loss. This guide, created with insights from Van Dessel Insurance Brokers…

Belgium’s 2025 VAT Chain Reforms: Key Updates

Jenny Bjorklof | News | No Comments
As of January 1, 2025, Belgium is implementing significant reforms to its VAT system, commonly referred to as the "VAT chain" reforms. These changes aim to modernize VAT processes, enhance…

Key Changes for Belgian Freelancers in 2025: Tax & Law updates

Jenny Bjorklof | News | No Comments
As of January, 2025, several significant changes in Belgian commercial law and tax regulations are set to impact freelancers. Here's an overview of the key updates: VAT Compliance Framework ("VAT…
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Step-by-step guide for starting as a freelancer in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Starting as a freelancer | No Comments
Embarking on Your Freelance Journey in Belgium: A Comprehensive Guide Are you considering freelancing in Belgium but unsure where to start? Look no further! In this guide, we'll walk you…

New Liability Law for Freelancers in Belgium: What You Need to Know for 2025

Jenny Bjorklof | News | No Comments
From 1 January 2025, there will be a number of changes in liability legislation in Belgium dueto the entry into force of Book 6 of the Civil Code, which deals…

Freelancers in Belgium: Addressing the Issue of Late Payments

Jenny Bjorklof | News | No Comments
Chadia Lombre's Story in De Morgen Our Freelancers in Beligum member Chadia Lombre was featured in an article in the Flemish newspaper De Morgen with a heavy testimonial about having…

How to Start and Grow Your Agency in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Growing your freelance business, Marketing | 2 Comments
A guide for ambitious freelancers ready to scale their business This ebook covers everything freelancers need to know to start and grow an agency business in Belgium. It’s a practical…

How to accelerate word-of-mouth and get more referrals as a freelancer?

Jenny Bjorklof | Marketing | No Comments
Here is a list of 10 actionable and free tips: With a few small habits, it's possible to get more referrals and make the referrals work better.  Offer amazing service…

Diversifying Your Freelance Income: Lessons from Adrian Probst’s YouTube Success

Jenny Bjorklof | Growing your freelance business, Marketing | No Comments
Are you a freelancer in Belgium looking for ways to boost your income and expand your career horizons? Adrian Probst, a Swiss-German translator, has a remarkable success story that can…

Surviving Freelance Financial Rollercoasters: Stories, Lessons, and Practical Tips for and by Freelancers in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Financial Planning, Starting as a freelancer | No Comments
Stories, lessons learned, and practical tips from experienced freelancers who have weathered financial storms.

Where can you network as a freelancer in Belgium?

Jenny Bjorklof | Marketing | One Comment
Networking is essential for freelancers seeking quality assignments. To assist you in connecting with potential clients and peers, we've compiled a list of networking events, organizations, and communities in Belgium.…

The ultimate guide to professional cards for freelancers and self-employed in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Legal, Starting as a freelancer | No Comments
In this article, you will learn: What a professional card is How to apply for a professional card as a non-EU resident, student and complementary freelancer Tips and tricks for…

How to find an accountant in Belgium as a freelancer

Jenny Bjorklof | Starting as a freelancer, Taxes & Accounting | 3 Comments
Are you a freelancer in Belgium? Looking for a new accountant? Here are 40+ accountants by region! A freelancer needs a good accountant, but where do you start your search?…

10 reasons why freelancers need to network with each other

Jenny Bjorklof | Marketing | No Comments
Networking is the number one way for many freelancers to get assignments, and with access to a big networking running a freelance business is easier in so many ways. But…

Help, the client didn’t pay my invoice! What do I do now?

Jenny Bjorklof | Legal | No Comments
Unpaid invoices: they’re every freelancer’s nightmare. Starting up a recovery procedure requires a lot of energy, but doing nothing negatively impacts your liquidity. Chasing down unpaid invoices is of course…
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The ultimate guide to freelancing next to your job in Belgium

Jenny Bjorklof | Starting as a freelancer | 2 Comments
This ultimate guide cover all the important aspects of how to freelance next to your job. Find out how to set up a successful part-time freelance business.
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Subsidies for freelancers in Belgium

Jan Vermeulen | Financial Planning | No Comments
An article about subsidies and how freelancers in Belgium can benefit from them.

How can freelancers in Belgium contribute to wellbeing?

Jenny Bjorklof | Work-Life Balance & Well-being | 2 Comments
How can freelancers in Belgium contribute to social impact?   During the pandemic it has become clear for many that wellbeing is an important factor to take into account in…

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