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.

From today, Dutch police will refuse to fine people for minor violations

We've all seen it, some poor soul falling victim to a Dutch police officer and their notepad. However, from today, Dutch police will stop...

Today, you can get PAID to use your electricity in the Netherlands

Nope, we're not joking. Believe it or not, sometimes you can actually help energy suppliers by using electricity — and instead of charging you,...

Schiphol has just revealed a new security system, and it’s very… simple

When we think about airport security, we imagine chaos: you walk through the machine and — BEEP — you forgot some keys in your...

Am I eligible to get a mortgage in the Netherlands?

If you’re thinking of buying a house in the Netherlands as an international, the first question that probably pops into your mind is: “Am...

Bidding on a house in the Netherlands: how to win

Bidding on houses in the Netherlands in recent years has long meant overbidding — but by how much? Here’s how to get the...

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