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Dutch renters spend far more on housing than homeowners — and first-time renters fare worst of all

Homeowners in the Netherlands spend significantly less of their income on housing than renters do, and the gap is widest for people just entering the market, according to the...

€2.82 per litre for petrol and rising energy bills? Here’s how the US-Iran war could hit the Netherlands

The ongoing US-Iran war is expected to push petrol to €2.82 per litre this summer and add up to €40 a month to energy...

The Netherlands’ new €6 public transport pass is finally hitting shelves this week

From today (May 29, 2026), the new Dutch public transport pass is on sale at physical stores across the Netherlands. Transport operators and Translink have...

Buying a house in the Netherlands? One in 16 homes now costs over €1 million

The Netherlands now has more than 273,000 homes valued at over €1 million; for the first time, they're spreading well beyond the usual wealthy...

Dutch coffee prices have soared by 74%: here’s how to avoid overpaying

If your morning coffee has been feeling suspiciously expensive lately, that's because it is. New research by the Consumentenbond (Dutch consumers' association) shows that the...

A new euro cryptocurrency is launching in 2026 — and these Dutch banks are helping build it

Three of the Netherlands' biggest banks, including ING, ABN Amro, and Rabobank, are backing a new European cryptocurrency, set to launch later this year. The...

Your Dutch mortgage is about to get more expensive, and rates are still rising

Dutch mortgage rates are rising sharply, with around 15 increases already scheduled by major lenders. Experts say there's no sign it will stop soon. The...

Working a flexible job in the Netherlands? These new rules could affect your income and hours

The Netherlands is one step closer to banning zero-hours contracts, and if you're one of the 2.7 million people with a flexible work contract,...

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