Becoming a freelancer is easier than you think. You do not have to think about things like staff and a spacious office. In many fields, you can also get started as a freelancer and rent out your products or services yourself. But what do you have to take into account as a freelancer? With the tips below, you make a flying start. How do I become a freelancer? A big advantage of starting as a freelancer is that you do not have to arrange anything in principle. Registration at your closest Chamber of Commerce is often sufficient. The most popular legal form among freelancers is the sole proprietorship – ‘freelance’ in itself is not a recognized form of enterprise. Once your company is registered, the Chamber of Commerce will automatically pass on your details to the Tax Authorities. If you are liable for VAT, you will then receive a VAT number from the tax authorities. In addition, it is smart to think about how… read more