In a competitive Dutch rental market, speed matters. Landlords and agencies sometimes receive dozens of responses for a single property — and having a complete file ready gives you a real edge. Here is exactly which documents you need and how to collect them quickly. Proof of identity A valid proof of identity is always…
Signing a rental contract in the Netherlands is exciting, but it remains a legally binding document. One unfavourable clause can cause problems for years. Below you will find exactly which parts to check before signing — with references to the relevant Dutch legislation. Contract type: fixed-term or indefinite? Since 1 July 2024, the Wet vaste…
Did you know that thousands of tenants in the Netherlands pay more rent than legally allowed? Since the expansion of the points system in 2024, more properties fall under regulated rent — giving you more rights than you might realise. Here is how to check whether your rent is correct. The points system: the foundation…
Moving to another country is usually a very exciting time, you will be confronted with a different culture, language, rules etc. But as an expat in Amsterdam there are many (boring) things you need to arrange. Check these 10 things you might need to do, as an Expat in Amsterdam, depending on your situation. Visa…
Once in a while an apartment comes by that is just right in every way. That apartment can be yours. The properties for rent in the city are not cheap, and getting one is not easy. As soon as the time has come to start doing viewings, you should be well prepared and nicely dressed….
Rental apartments in the Netherlands are in high demand The demand for rental apartments in The Netherlands is much higher than the supply, so lots of shady people are trying to steal your money by offering you houses they do not own! Be aware and follow these tips to stay safe when looking for rental…
This is how you find them! We all want to live in Amsterdam, and preferably in the center. The beautiful center with its lovely canals where we can look at the boats floating by. But Amsterdam is not a cheap place to live in terms of rental cost. So how does one go about finding…
Rental properties in the Netherlands would be a lot more reasonably priced if it were up to us. Unfortunately, that is not the case. It is not surprising that the demand in the Netherlands is so high. It’s the best country in the whole world 😉 It is hard to find a rental property in…
Rent is expensive in Amsterdam, that’s a given. There are ways of enhancing your success in finding a house though. Our latest discovery: you have less competition in Amsterdam when looking for a rental in the winter. Dutch people are not big fans of moving during the winter (holidays). Less people register for rentals in…
In this series, we focus on the areas where you can still find affordable rentals (for Amsterdam standards). Our goal is to track down the streets that everyone tends to skip. You might not even be aware of their existence, even though they’re worth renting a house on. You’ll know exactly where to look. This…