Becoming independent household help
Employed by an organization, or would you rather set your own rate and clients? Here's the difference.
Employed or independent: the key difference
As household help employed by someone - for example a cleaning company or home care organization - your employer determines your hourly wage, schedule and which clients you work for. As an independent contractor, you decide all of that yourself: your own rate, your own clients and your own schedule.
Why choose independent work
As an independent contractor you keep your full rate - no share goes to an employer or agency. You choose yourself how many clients you take on and when, and can easily combine this with a job, studies or family.
What you need to get started
To invoice as an independent contractor, you register with the KVK. That's not a complicated process and costs a one-time fee - the full steps are in our guide on getting started as an independent cleaner.
How to find clients as independent household help
A free profile on Matiwala makes you immediately visible to customers already looking for household help near you. Our guide on finding more clients offers a few additional tactics.
Getting started without experience too
No diploma or training is required for household help. Motivation and reliability matter most to get started, even if you've never done this professionally before.
Frequently asked questions
Is household help the same as a cleaner?
Yes, it's the same work - Matiwala uses the term 'cleaner', but this platform is just as much intended for household help.
Do I need to register with the KVK to get started independently?
To invoice as an independent contractor, yes - read more about this in our guide on getting started as an independent cleaner.
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