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In only a few more weeks, the current year will come to an end. Perhaps your employees have not yet taken their full holiday allowance, especially if they were temporarily unemployed due to the Covid pandemic this year. What happens to such leftover holiday allowance? Must it be used up, carried over to the next year or paid out by the employer?

There are many stories and prejudices about doing business in France. But is there any truth in them? Or are they just a little exaggerated? Our Vandelanotte France experts Elise Vanhamme and Febe Louage break down 4 common stereotypes about France.

If you want to start your own business with a certain degree of security, franchising is the way to go. The risks for the franchisee are lower, as you can rely on the expertise of a strong player. Wondering if franchising is right for you? Here are five benefits.

Do you have employees working abroad? Or are you planning to hire people outside of Belgium in the near future? If so, it is quite possible that their presence will give rise to a 'foreign permanent establishment'. But what exactly does that mean for your company? A brief overview.

More and more Belgians are purchasing a second residence abroad. What if, after some time, you want to make the holiday home your primary residence and move abroad permanently? We list some of the most important tax things to consider.

Today, sustainability is an integral part of the business landscape. As an entrepreneur, you find yourself inundated with new information on a daily basis. But what should you actually be concerning yourself about? What should be your first steps towards sustainability? We have put together a list of key facts.

What happens if you are abroad for an extended period of time for work or holidays? Is there a possibility that the country of residence will consider you a resident? If so, would you have to pay taxes there too? Such questions may come into play if you find yourself in another country for an extended period of time.

Group insurance for employees is a common fringe benefit. The benefit is not taxed and employees do not have to pay social security contributions on it. However, the employer must pay a special contribution of 8.86% to the NSSO.