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9 things you need to know about Dutch health insurance as an international

Whether you’ve recently moved to the Netherlands or are considering a move in the near future, it’s...

11 things no one tells you about living in the Netherlands for the first time

Before you move to a new country, the Netherlands or otherwise, you are sure to be showered...

Investing in the Netherlands: 7 great apps for getting into stocks in 2025

There are heaps of great investment apps in the Netherlands, ready to give you a head start...

Going Dutch? Why ING’s payment requests are the way to go

We’ve all heard of the term “going Dutch,” the classic practice of splitting the bill after a...

What is the Dutch National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG)?

If you’re an international who is looking to settle down and get a mortgage in the Netherlands,...

Why don’t the Dutch say sorry?

Coming from England, I have the habit of saying "sorry" even if someone runs over my foot...

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...

12 weird laws the Netherlands still has in 2025

In a country that's described as overly bureaucratic, it's not surprising that the Netherlands controls some things...