{"id":5903,"date":"2026-03-27T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jouwweb.nl\/blog\/?p=5903"},"modified":"2026-04-10T13:49:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T12:49:27","slug":"tax-stress-avoid-it-with-these-practical-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.webador.com\/blog\/tax-stress-avoid-it-with-these-practical-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Tax stress? Avoid it with these practical tips!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Taxes: the word alone can cause panic for entrepreneurs. Deadlines, regulations, tax returns\u2014it all takes time, but there really is no need to stress about it! With a few smart habits and practical tips, you maintain an overview and peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, we give you practical tips to make things a lot easier for yourself and prevent tax stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#1: Know what is expected of you (and when)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much stress is caused by uncertainty, so make sure to schedule the most important tax moments in your calendar. As a starting entrepreneur, you will mainly have to deal with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. VAT Return (When can depend on the country you are from)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Income tax (once a year)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Add these deadlines to your calendar immediately and enable an automatic reminder. That way, you won’t have to keep thinking about it in between, and you’ll be notified on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Tip: even if you haven’t had any revenue, you often still have to file a tax return!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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    #2: Keep your records organized<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Administration sounds bigger than it is; it doesn’t have to be difficult as long as you keep up with it. As accounting expert Marjan Heemskerk says: \u201cYou keep books primarily for yourself, not just for the Tax Authorities.\u201d A few simple habits can make a world of difference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n