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 five 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.

Sustainability, remodelling, and your mortgage in the Netherlands

Let’s be real: sustainability might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re trying to figure out your mortgage in the...

How will my student debt affect my chances of getting a mortgage in the Netherlands?

When applying for a mortgage in the Netherlands, one crucial factor that lenders take into consideration is your student debt — and yes, this...

Registration in the Netherlands: the complete guide for 2026

Fresh off the plane? Welcome! 🇳🇱 If you’re feeling a bit lost and aren’t sure what you're meant to do next, don’t stress —...

8 carbon copies of the Netherlands across the world

Want to leave the Netherlands but afraid that you’ll miss the beautiful architecture? Don't worry: these places are modelled after Dutch towns despite being...

This Dutch tourist attraction is one of the most mispronounced IN THE WORLD

Listen, there's a lot to be mispronounced when you first arrive in the Netherlands. You'll order yourself a "str-oooohp-wafel", you'll say "dank-ooh-well," and then...

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