Minimum Executive Compensation Is Rising: What Does This Mean for Your Company?
Entrepreneurship means looking ahead. This also applies to how you compensate yourself as a business owner. Starting with the 2027 tax year, the conditions for small corporations to qualify for the reduced corporate income tax rate will change. One of the most important changes? The minimum compensation for business leaders will be raised. But what exactly does this change entail? And do you need to […]
Copyright for IT Consultants: Back in the Spotlight, but the Rules Have Changed.
Your code is protected by copyright. Your tax benefit is not. As of January 1, 2026, the legislature once again recognizes that source code can be protected by copyright—but the tax picture looks completely different. The copyright regime has taken a tumultuous path in recent years. What was originally intended for writers and musicians has evolved into a […]
Reform of the RSZ discount for first-time hires: What does this mean for your labor costs?
As part of the budgetary measures, the target group reduction for first-time hires—a discount on employer contributions to the RSZ—was thoroughly revised. Starting July 1, 2026, the program will be simplified, redesigned, and expanded to include additional hires. In this article, you’ll learn how these changes will affect your labor costs. What exactly is changing? […]
Flexi-jobs: What Will Change Starting July 1, 2026?
Good news for employers and employees alike: starting July 1, 2026, flexi-jobs will be available in (almost) all sectors. This will make the system much more accessible than it is today. However, the rules aren’t always straightforward. Anyone who wants to hire a flexi-jobber or take on a flexi-job themselves should be aware of a number of conditions and restrictions. We […]
Watch the first episode of ‘Merci, Emmanuel!’ now’
A video series about vision, entrepreneurship, and Titeca’s role. Episode 1 — Turning 60, breaking new ground, and challenging young talent. Emmanuel Titeca has turned 60: a milestone, and at the same time, a turning point. According to the rules he helped shape himself, he’s stepping back as a partner. But saying goodbye? That’s not something he’s doing […]
Entrepreneur and married under the statutory regime: what if your business is thriving, but your marriage isn't?
Are you married under the statutory regime and do you own shares in a company that are considered part of your separate property (because the company was acquired before the marriage or with your own funds)? If so, a recent ruling by the Constitutional Court is particularly relevant should you ever face a divorce. 1. The […]
Hiring Influencers for Your Business? Here’s How to Stay in Compliance with Tax Laws
Influencer marketing has become a staple of the marketing mix for many companies. This makes sense, because with the right influencer, you can expand your reach and associate a familiar face with your brand. But when you, as a client, engage influencers, you also take on additional tax and administrative obligations. What formalities do you need to fulfill, and what do you need to pay special attention to […]
Influencer? Here Are Your Tax Obligations
You share content, gain more and more followers, and brands reach out to you for collaborations. That’s great! But do you know what the tax authorities expect from you? Whether you’re paid in cash, receive free products, or get invitations to events—all of these benefits count. In this article, we’ll explain what tax obligations apply depending on your situation. […]
West Flanders Provincial Tax: No More Exemptions for Family Partnerships
Until recently, a family partnership in West Flanders could often count on an exemption from the provincial business tax. The reasoning was that a partnership that manages only family assets does not engage in ‘genuine’ economic activity. That logic will no longer apply starting with the 2026 tax year. The Provincial Council has approved new tax regulations, with consequences for family […]
Passive holdings: international pressure increases, Belgium also follows suit
Holding structures are coming under increasing scrutiny worldwide. While they were long accepted as a way to spread risk, manage investments, and organize a company with an eye toward the future, they are now being viewed with growing skepticism at the (inter)national level. Passive holding companies (those without demonstrable economic activity) in particular are under heavy fire. This trend is […]