Housing

Tired of Dutch cities? 5 reasons to consider moving to ‘the country’

Swapping a Netherlands' stad (city) for a dorp (village) might just be the best decision you ever...

Interest, inflation, and lower house prices: what does this mean for Dutch housing?

The Dutch housing market has seen some significant changes over the past year. What does this mean...

Gas, electricity, water and more: ultimate guide to utilities in the Netherlands

Just moved to the Netherlands? First of all, congrats! There’s a lot to love about this country....

Rental deposits in the Netherlands: how to get your cash back

Getting your rental deposit back in the Netherlands should be pretty straightforward. But, alas, landlords are not...

8 steps to getting a mortgage and buying a house in the Netherlands for expats

Sure you’re all up-to-date on the latest developments about buying a house in the Netherlands. But how...

Housing & rental scams in the Netherlands: ultimate red flag guide

Finding housing in the Netherlands can be ridiculously hard — and there's a minefield of scams to...

Student housing in the Netherlands: your guide to finding a room in 2023

Congratulations! You got into your study course, and now you're looking for student housing in the Netherlands....

Huurtoeslag?! All you need to know about Dutch rental allowance in 2023

Are you renting a self-contained studio/apartment in the Netherlands? You may be entitled to the huurtoeslag —...