Nothing. Registration and listing are completely free. ING acts as a referral platform without any commercial fee from participating firms.
"},"title":"What does it cost to be listed in the directory?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Any firm that is ING client and a verified ITAA member. ING checks ITAA membership before publishing the profile. There are no additional requirements.
"},"title":"Who can register?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Your firm name, contact person (name) and contact details (e-mail and phone number), operating region, working languages, and the types of businesses you are open to , as well as an ITAA badge confirming your accreditation.
"},"title":"What information is visible to start-ups and entrepreneurs?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Start-ups and entrepreneurs see your profile in the search results and contact you directly. ING does not forward leads and does not act as an intermediary. You build the relationship yourself.
"},"title":"How are starters directed to my firm?"},{"richBody":{"value":"That depends on your region, sector focus and availability. ING cannot guarantee any specific number. You are entirely free to choose which clients you take on, the directory is a channel, not an obligation..
"},"title":"How many enquiries can I expect?"},{"richBody":{"value":"You can update your availability at any time or request the deletion of your profile by contacting accountantsforbusiness@ing.com
"},"title":"What if I temporarily cannot take on new clients?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Yes. You can modify your details, update your availability, or request the complete deletion of your profile by contacting accountantsforbusiness@ing.com. There are no notice periods or obligations.
"},"title":"Can I update or delete my profile at any time?"},{"richBody":{"value":"ING processes your data in accordance with GDPR. Your contact details are displayed on the starters page so entrepreneurs can reach you. They are not shared with third parties or used for commercial purposes outside this platform. You give explicit consent for this at the time of registration.
"},"title":"How does ING process my data?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Absolutely not. ING has no access to your client files, accounting data or client communications. The platform is limited to making your profile visible to starting entrepreneurs.
"},"title":"Does ING have access to my client files or accounting data?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Complaints or disputes between a starter and a firm fall entirely outside ING's responsibility. ING brings supply and demand together, the professional relationship and quality of service are your responsibility. Please refer to our Term and Conditions for more details.
"},"title":"What if a start-up or entrepreneur is dissatisfied with my services?"},{"richBody":{"value":"If you fit all the criteria, you will automatically appear in the platform the following month. For instance, if you subscribe on the 3rd of October, your firm will be added to the platform on the 15th of November, at the latest. You will only get an answer if you did not fit the criteria to be on the platform.
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