Accounting for photographers
The accountant for photographers.
Weddings, corporate shoots, stock photos or personal work: every income stream has its own rules. We make sure your VAT (btw) is right and that your cameras and lenses are depreciated as favourably as possible.
Package for photographers
From €100 per month
Full service: €150 per month
- Your own online environment and app
- Connection to your business bank account
- Quarterly VAT returns
- Annual accounts with balance sheet and profit and loss account
- Income tax return, including your fiscal partner
In short
Boekhoudvriend is the accountant for photographers across the Netherlands. We handle your bookkeeping, VAT (btw) returns, annual accounts and tax returns for a fixed fee from €100 per month. Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours.
- VAT
- Photography commissions are usually charged at 21%. The supply of original art photographs by the maker, in a limited and signed edition, may fall under 9%.
- Usual structure
- Usually a sole proprietorship (eenmanszaak); if your profit is consistently high, we work out whether switching to a BV pays off
- Price per month
- From €100 (Review) or €150 (Full service) for a sole proprietorship, excl. VAT
- Contract
- Cancel monthly. Reply within 24 hours.
Specifically for photographers
What we pay extra attention to for photographers.
Commissions and art
A photo shoot for a business is a service at 21%. If you sell your own work as a work of art, the reduced rate may apply. We look at each source of income.
Cameras and lenses
Photography equipment is a substantial investment. We depreciate it responsibly and make sure you claim the investment allowance.
Licences and usage rights
If you sell images through stock platforms or licences, we record that income separately, so you can see what each stream brings in.
Costs we often see for photographers.
Business expenses reduce your profit and therefore your tax. We make sure they are booked correctly and, where possible, that you make use of the investment deduction (investeringsaftrek).
- Cameras, lenses and lighting
- Editing software
- Storage and back-up
- Studio or location hire
- Travel costs
What's included in your package
- Your own online environment and app
- Connection to your business bank account
- Quarterly VAT returns
- Annual accounts with balance sheet and profit and loss account
- Income tax return, including your fiscal partner
- Tax advice and questions via the app (fair use)
- Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours
How it works
Getting started with Boekhoudvriend as a photographer.
- 01
Intro call
We discuss your business and you see straight away what it costs.
- 02
Setup
We set up your bookkeeping and connect your bank, mailbox and systems.
- 03
Processed continuously
Documents are processed automatically and reviewed by your dedicated team.
- 04
Tax returns handled
We take care of VAT (btw), annual accounts and tax returns. You always have up-to-date insight.
Client stories
What business owners notice most is the peace of mind.
5.0
29 Google reviews
Brought peace of mind back to our company
“When it comes to administration, the Boekhoudvriend team has brought peace of mind back to our company. The way they communicate, the speed that comes with it and the clarity of the accounting software could add enormous value for any business owner.”
Knowledgeable, precise and extremely fast
“Boekhoudvriend has been doing my bookkeeping for several BVs for more than a year now. This team is knowledgeable, works precisely and is extremely quick to answer questions. Highly recommended!”
In good, trusted hands
“The service, professionalism and knowledge are something many companies could learn from. You feel that you are in good, trusted hands at Boekhoudvriend, so you can leave the financial side of your business entirely to them.”
Backlog neatly wrapped up
“Top service. Professional knowledge is always on hand and the way they communicate is very pleasant too. I spent a few stressful months trying to get 2023 finished; fortunately it's now neatly wrapped up. Absolutely recommended!”
Fast and highly knowledgeable
“Very happy with Boekhoudvriend! Always quick, positive feedback and highly knowledgeable.”
The right knowledge and skills
“People with the right knowledge and skills to take that (bookkeeping) off your hands.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions from photographers
Which VAT rate do I charge as a photographer?+
Usually 21% for commissions. For the sale of original, signed art photographs in a limited edition, 9% may apply. We assess your income by type.
Is my camera deductible?+
Yes. You depreciate business equipment over several years, and it can count towards the investment allowance.
I'm partly employed. Can I still be an entrepreneur?+
Yes. Even alongside a job, you can be an entrepreneur for income tax purposes. Whether you qualify for the entrepreneur's allowance (ondernemersaftrek) depends on your hours, among other things. We look at your situation.
Am I tied to a contract as a photographer?+
No. Your subscription can be cancelled monthly and you pay a fixed monthly fee, with no hourly billing.
Can I switch halfway through the year?+
Yes. We arrange the handover with your current accountant, including history, opening balance and ongoing tax returns.
Questions & answers
More answers for photographers
On VAT, deductible costs and your legal form: the questions we get most often as accountants for photographers, answered in full.
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Your bookkeeping as a photographer, simply sorted.
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