Articles by

Sarah O'Leary 🇮🇪

Before becoming the Senior Editor of DutchReview, Sarah was a fresh-faced international looking to learn more about the Netherlands. Since moving here in 2017, Sarah has added a BA in English and Philosophy (Hons.), an MA in Literature (Hons.), and over three years of writing experience at DutchReview to her skillset. When Sarah isn't acting as a safety threat to herself and others (cycling), you can find her trying to sound witty while writing about some of the stickier topics such as mortgages and Dutch law.

Dutch Quirk #130: Charge hundreds of euros to live in a broom closet

"So, this is the room!" The agent stands awkwardly underneath a sloped ceiling, making way for you...

7 questions about buying a house in the Netherlands, answered by a mortgage expert

Are you thinking about buying a house in the Netherlands? As an expat, buying a Dutch house...

What the frick is a frikandel?

The frikandel is perhaps the most contentious of Dutch foods. It's both widely loved and widely hated,...

This Dutch university dug a grave for its students (and they love it)

Ever been so stressed by life that you have to book yourself a timeslot in an open...

What does the future of the Dutch housing market look like? We sat down with a mortgage expert

It’s hard to tell what will happen next in life, but when it comes to the future...

Types of mortgages in the Netherlands: Dutch ‘hypotheken’ explained

Deciding to buy a home in the Netherlands is a big step — but now you also...

7 questions about using savings platform Raisin in the Netherlands, answered

The savings platform Raisin has been active for a couple of years now in the Netherlands —...

The Netherlands’ population hits 18 million; here’s how internationals played a role in this 

If your train journey this morning felt a little extra cramped, you can just blame it on...