Oplossing voor 1 Miljoen ZZP’ers - Problemen ‘Schijnzelfstandigheid’ | DSVV SPECIAL

Summary

The video script discusses an impending crisis in the Netherlands' freelance sector, with an estimated 1 million service providers potentially affected by changes to regulations on 'pseudo self-employment' (dba). The conversation highlights the concerns of freelancers, including 10,000 security personnel, who may need to transition into employment to comply with new enforcement measures set for 2025. The speakers explore solutions, such as establishing a BV (private limited company) with specific share structures to maintain the benefits of self-employment while ensuring legal compliance and social security contributions.

Takeaways

• 😨 A massive problem is looming for the Dutch freelance sector (ZZP), with significant changes to regulations affecting hundreds of thousands of freelancers.
• 🛡️ The security industry alone is facing a crisis with around 10,000 freelancers potentially affected by the new regulations.
• 📈 There is a broader impact on over 1 million service providers who are active as freelancers, indicating a widespread issue across various sectors.
• 🚨 The Dutch tax authorities are planning to enforce regulations against 'pseudo self-employment' (dba) from January 1, 2025, which has caused panic among freelancers.
• 📚 The 'dba' law was introduced to combat pseudo self-employment but was not enforced for several years, leading to unchecked growth in the number of freelancers.
• 🏢 Large companies are starting to announce that they will stop working with freelancers from 2025, urging them to discuss employment options sooner.
• 💡 The speaker, Ronnie Mohan, suggests that freelancers have the option to establish a 'ZZP BV' (a type of company structure) to continue operating without the new legal constraints.
• 🏭 The 'ZZP BV' allows freelancers to have control over their business, with the flexibility to work with multiple clients while being insured for social security.
• 🤝 There is a need for a solution that balances the freedom of self-employment with the security of an employment contract, which the 'ZZP BV' aims to provide.
• 🗓️ The urgency of the situation is emphasized, as freelancers need to make informed decisions about their future work arrangements before the enforcement of new regulations.
• 📣 A call to action is made for a 'Security Netherlands Day' to inform and educate freelancers about their options and to prepare for the upcoming changes.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript related to the Dutch freelance sector?

The main issue discussed is the impending problem for the freelance sector in the Netherlands, where a large number of self-employed individuals (ZZP'ers) are facing the closure of a loophole they have been exploiting, which could lead to significant problems due to new enforcement of regulations against 'pseudo self-employment' (dba).

What is the estimated number of people affected by this issue in the Netherlands?

The transcript suggests that over 1 million service providers are active as ZZP'ers in the Netherlands, which includes around 10,000 security personnel, and they are all potentially affected by the changes in regulations.

What does the term 'ZZP' stand for in the Dutch context?

ZZP stands for 'Zelfstandige zonder Personeel', which translates to 'self-employed without personnel', referring to freelancers or independent contractors in the Netherlands.

What is the 'dba' regulation mentioned in the transcript?

The 'dba' regulation, also known as the 'Wet DBA', is a Dutch law aimed at combating 'pseudo self-employment'. It requires businesses to have a certain control over freelancers to classify them as actual employees rather than independent contractors.

Why is there a sense of urgency among the ZZP'ers and businesses in the security sector?

There is a sense of urgency because the Dutch tax authorities are planning to enforce the dba regulation from January 1, 2025, which could force many ZZP'ers to become employees, affecting their freedom and flexibility, and causing panic among those who are currently self-employed.

What is the potential impact of the dba regulation on businesses that use ZZP'ers?

The potential impact includes the need for businesses to reclassify their ZZP'ers as employees, which could lead to increased costs due to payroll taxes and social security premiums, and the loss of flexibility in hiring and managing their workforce.

What is the alternative solution proposed for ZZP'ers to continue their work without becoming employees?

One proposed solution is for ZZP'ers to establish a 'ZZP BV', which is a type of company with two types of shares that allows the ZZP'er to maintain control over their business while creating a legal employment relationship with their own company, thus avoiding the dba regulation.

What are the benefits of a ZZP BV for a self-employed individual?

A ZZP BV allows the individual to retain 100% of the profits from their activities, maintain the freedom to choose their assignments and clients, and still have the legal and financial protections of an employment relationship, including social security and unemployment insurance.

How does the ZZP BV protect the interests of the end-clients or businesses that hire the ZZP'ers?

The ZZP BV ensures that the end-clients are not directly involved in the employment relationship, thus avoiding potential liabilities related to payroll taxes and social security contributions, as these are managed within the ZZP BV.

What is suggested as a next step for ZZP'ers who are concerned about the upcoming changes?

The transcript suggests that ZZP'ers should educate themselves about the options available, such as setting up a ZZP BV, and consider reaching out to experts or attending informational events to understand the implications and make informed decisions.

What is the role of 'Veilig voor Nederland' in this context?

Veilig voor Nederland appears to be a security company that is actively involved in discussing and addressing the challenges faced by ZZP'ers in the security sector, offering solutions and potentially organizing informational events to help them navigate the changes in regulations.