Choosing an area
A realistic view of prices, travel times, schools and amenities in each area.
Expats
Expats
Your move to the Netherlands, properly arranged
Guidance in English for both renting and buying.
Schedule an introductory callMoving to the Netherlands means making many important decisions in a short time, in a market and language you may not know yet. We guide expats and international families through renting or buying a home in the Randstad, from the first orientation to receiving the keys.
We explain how the Dutch housing market works: bidding above the asking price, ground leases, owners’ associations, the role of the civil-law notary, energy labels and the usual conditions in purchase and rental agreements.
We also help with the practical choices: travel time to work or an international school, neighbourhoods that suit your family, and whether renting or buying makes more sense for your situation.
Our service
How we help expats
One dedicated point of contact throughout your search.
Renting or buying
A clear comparison based on your contract, budget and expected length of stay.
Viewings on your behalf
Still abroad? We attend the viewing and send you video, photos and our honest assessment.
Offer and contract
A well-supported purchase offer or rental application, plus an explanation of every clause before you sign.
The Dutch market
What works differently here
The points that most often surprise international buyers and tenants.
- Bidding above the asking price. The asking price is a starting point; the market determines the offer likely to succeed.
- Ground leases in Amsterdam. Some properties are on leasehold land; the conditions affect your monthly costs.
- Owners’ association and reserves. For apartments, the association’s documents and maintenance plan reveal future risks.
- Buyer’s costs. Transfer tax and notary fees come on top of the purchase price; we calculate these with you.
- Documents for landlords. Income requirements, employer statements and guarantees are assessed strictly.
- Notary and transfer. The transfer deed is signed at the civil-law notary; we guide you through to that moment.
All documents are explained clause by clause before you sign.
Discuss your move →
Steps
From arrival to moving day
We work at the pace your relocation requires.
- 01Remote introduction
A video call about your workplace, family, budget and expected length of stay.
- 02Area advice
A shortlist of suitable areas, including prices, travel times and schools.
- 03Selection and viewings
We view on your behalf or arrange everything around your visit to the Netherlands.
- 04Offer or application
A well-supported offer when buying, or a complete application file when renting.
- 05Contract explained in English
Every clause explained, with close attention to conditions and deadlines.
- 06Handover
Final inspection and key handover; for a purchase, together with the notary.
Service area
Where we work
We guide expats throughout the Randstad, close to Schiphol Airport, international schools and the coast.
- Amsterdam From the canal district to Noord and Zuidoost: apartments, ground leases and owners’ association documents.
- Amstelveen Family homes and apartments, popular with international tenants and buyers.
- Haarlem The city centre, Haarlem-Noord and surrounding neighbourhoods, from 1930s homes to new developments.
- Hoofddorp Hoofddorp and Haarlemmermeer: spacious homes within easy reach of Schiphol Airport.
- Noordwijk Coastal homes, second homes and apartments with sea views.
- Zandvoort Coastal homes and apartments, with attention to maintenance, wind and salt exposure.
- Utrecht Utrecht and the surrounding area: the city centre, Oost, Leidsche Rijn and nearby towns.
- Het Gooi Bussum, Naarden, Hilversum and Laren—our home territory.
Questions
Questions from expats
Is your question not listed? Call or email us and we will respond the same day.
View all frequently asked questionsDo you work in English?
Yes. The entire process, including explanations of contracts and documents, can be handled in English.
Can a foreign national buy a home in the Netherlands?
Yes. There are no restrictions on property ownership for foreign nationals. Your income, employment contract and residency status may affect your mortgage options.
Is renting or buying better with a two-year contract?
For a shorter stay, renting is often more practical because purchase and resale costs weigh more heavily. We compare both scenarios with you.
Can you arrange my mortgage?
No, but we work with independent mortgage advisers who specialise in expats. We align the purchasing strategy with their calculations.
Can you attend viewings while I am still abroad?
Yes. We can attend on your behalf and send video, photos and an honest assessment, including points that are not visible in the listing.
Let’s meet
Moving to the Netherlands?
Schedule an introductory call and we will explain what is realistic for your budget and preferred area.
No obligation. We usually contact you within one business day.
