What Every CFO Dashboard Should Show and What It Should Not Dashboards should create clarity and decisions. Many do the opposite. Here is what to include, what to avoid, and how to make a CFO dashboard useful for management. By Oakhill Financial Services • December 19, 2025 • 8 to 10 min read What is...Read More

Accounting automation means that software takes over much of your daily administration. Think of invoice processing, scanning receipts, linking bank transactions and automatically preparing reports. The result is faster, more accurate and much more predictable administration, with real-time insight into your numbers. For SMEs and scale ups, accounting automation is the key to a future-proof...Read More

Selling goods or digital services to consumers across the European Union can be complex. Every EU country has its own VAT rates, rules and reporting deadlines. To simplify this, the European Union introduced the VAT One Stop Shop system, widely known as OSS. Through OSS, companies can declare and pay all EU VAT for consumer...Read More

Getting a business address in the Netherlands is one of the first steps when establishing your company. The Netherlands remains one of Europe’s top destinations for international business — with its transparent legal system, robust infrastructure, and strategic position connecting to every major European market. Key takeaway:A Dutch business address is more than an administrative...Read More

What “Real Presence” Really Means The Netherlands has clear Dutch substance requirements that determine whether a company truly operates locally and has become one of Europe’s most attractive business locations. Its strong economy, reliable legal system, and extensive tax treaty network make it a preferred gateway to Europe. Yet foreign companies must demonstrate genuine activity...Read More

Expanding into the Dutch market means getting familiar with VAT in the Netherlands — a system known for its efficiency but also for its strict compliance standards. Every company that sells goods or services subject to Dutch VAT must register, file periodic returns, and communicate with the Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax Authorities). If you’re new to...Read More

If you’re an international business looking to import goods into Europe, especially from outside the EU such as China or the US, understanding the benefits of a bonded warehouse in the Netherlands can significantly streamline your logistics and financial processes. This guide will cover everything you need to know about bonded warehouses, their advantages, compliance...Read More

May 2025 If you’re setting up a Dutch Holding BV in the Netherlands, one of the smartest moves you can make is to use a Dutch holding structure. This structure isn’t just for large corporations — it’s a valuable tool for startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs who want to save taxes, protect assets, and plan for...Read More

Understanding the Dutch Holding BV Structure: A Strategic Guide Introduction When starting a business in the Netherlands, entrepreneurs face a crucial choice: opting for a regular BV, a holding BV, or a holding BV structure. This guide aims to demystify these options, focusing specifically on the advantages of the Dutch holding BV structure. Unpacking the...Read More

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in...Read More