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Homes in Amsterdam are staying on the market longer, which is putting pressure on prices. As a result, one question is being asked more and more often: Do I still need to offer above asking price in Amsterdam? It seems that competition is decreasing. Whether overbidding is necessary depends on each individual situation, but we […]

You have found a property online that meets your needs and scheduled a viewing. What happens next? During the viewing, the seller’s agent will give you a tour and answer your questions. They may also ask you some questions, for example, whether you are viewing more homes in Amsterdam or if you currently own or […]

The Amsterdam housing market is overheated. After years of crisis, buyers are returning in large numbers. Last month, de Volkskrant published an article about the added value of working with a buying agent. Vereniging Eigen Huis was critical of the role buying agents play. Fortunately, the article was balanced, and I was also invited to explain what a buying agent actually does.

Homeowners in Amsterdam can choose perpetual leasehold instead of expiring agreements. In the case of an apartment complex, this normally goes through the homeowners’ association (VvE). However, as the owner of an individual apartment, you can also choose to switch to perpetual leasehold on your own—even if the VvE does not. How does that work? […]

The housing market in Amsterdam is booming. In fact, that might be an understatement. Homes are selling quickly, often well above the asking price. What happens when supply goes down and demand goes up? Prices rise. And this is especially true in Amsterdam. The city is gaining popularity both nationally and internationally. One of the […]

According to De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), since 2013 one in four homes in Amsterdam has been purchased entirely with cash. For homes bought with a mortgage, a significant amount of personal funds is often involved. Are these wealthy private buyers, or are investors seeing the Amsterdam housing market as a rising star? Buying a home […]

Each year, thousands of homeowners in Amsterdam pay ground lease fees on municipal land where their homes are located. In practice, this means that anyone buying property in Amsterdam must take the city’s leasehold conditions into account. These fees, known as canon, still need to be paid annually. In some cases, the lease terms were […]

Investing in real estate in Amsterdam is a smart way to grow your assets. Still, it is important to pay close attention to what you buy. Knowledge of the Amsterdam housing market is essential to avoid spending your money unwisely. We know where the opportunities are and, even more importantly, we understand the pitfalls to […]

It is a good time to be a homeowner in Amsterdam. Home prices are rising rapidly. For those who also rent out their home temporarily on Airbnb, the additional rental income can be attractive. However, it is important to follow the rules carefully. One Amsterdam landlord has received a record fine for breaking the regulations. […]