Renting

9 kooky things about renting in the Netherlands

Finding a home to rent in a foreign country can feel like an especially daunting task. When...

How to survive a ‘hospiteeravond’: expectations, tips, and tricks

Are you a student looking to rent a room in the Netherlands? Then chances are that you’ll...

11 creative solutions to the Dutch student housing crisis that makes us say “Why didn’t we think of that?”

Boring student rooms — no more! From repurposed churches to matchmaking, the Dutch are rethinking student housing...

7 things to consider when renting out your house in the Netherlands

Are you thinking of renting out your house in the Netherlands? There's a lot to consider, but...

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

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

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...

Everything you need to know about anti-squatting in the Netherlands (aka ‘antikraak’)

Squatting and crime are not things you see much of in the Netherlands compared to other countries,...

Huurtoeslag?! All you need to know about Dutch rental allowance in 2024

Are you renting a self-contained flat in the Netherlands? Then you may be entitled to huurtoeslag —...