Transfer tax is a levy in the Netherlands that you pay when purchasing a home or other real estate. The standard rate is 2% for owner-occupied homes and 10.4% for properties that are not primary residences, such as second homes or vacation properties.
First-time buyers aged 18 to 34 may qualify for an exemption on properties up to €510,000, provided it’s their first home and they will live in it themselves.
The transfer tax is typically paid at the notary’s office at the time of the property transfer.
Heel blij met de begeleiding en ondersteuning van uit Linda van Aankoopmakelaar Amsterdam. Zeer zorgvuldig, deskundig en meedenkend in onze zoektocht naar een nieuwe woning. Heldere communicatie en snel schakelen maakten het voor ons een heel fijne samenwerking.
Working with Frank van der Veldt was one of the best decisions I made during my home-buying journey in Amsterdam.
He is a true professional who consistently goes the extra mile for his clients. From day one, he was incredibly kind, patient, and always responsive, even when I asked what felt like the silliest questions. I never felt like I was bothering him, and he always took the time to explain everything clearly.
What really stood out was that he genuinely had my best interests at heart. At one point, I was so eager to buy a house that I was ready to compromise on something that wasn't truly the right fit. Rather than encouraging me to move forward just for the sake of buying a home, he took the time to ask the right questions, challenge my thinking, and help me focus on what would truly make me happy in the long run. His advice felt much more like that of a trusted friend than a real estate agent. Throughout the entire process, I always felt that he was looking out for my interests, and made sure I don't overpay.
Thanks to his knowledge, guidance and support, I ended up finding a home in my favo location that truly fits me. If you're looking for someone who is an expert, trustworthy, genuinely cares about his clients, and will go above and beyond to help you make the right long-term decision, I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Linda is full of great ideas and a pleasure to work with. She has deep knowledge of the market, an excellent network, and is the perfect “toolbox” to help you navigate the complex process of buying property in the Netherlands. She truly knows all the ins and outs of the business.
Her advice not only helps you make the right buying decision, but can also save you money along the way. I can wholeheartedly recommend her; it is definitely worth the investment. Thanks again, Linda!
From the very beginning of the flat search through to the signing of the deed, you demonstrated the highest level of professionalism.
Despite the many unexpected and at times challenging situations we encountered, you consistently approached them with composure, dedication, and a genuine sense of humour that made the process far more enjoyable.
Your pragmatic mindset, clear and structured communication, and consistently prompt responses were particularly valued and made a real difference throughout.
Thank you, Ben, for your outstanding support. You truly acted in our best interests, and thanks to you, we are immensely proud of our new home.
Het was fijn om Linda als sparringpartner te hebben tijdens het aankoopproces. Ze reageert altijd snel en wees bij bezichtigingen op punten die ik zelf niet gezien zou hebben. Ze heeft ook goed onderhandeld, waardoor ik uiteindelijk mijn woning heb kunnen kopen. Toen de taxateur een heel ongelukkig taxatierapport had opgeleverd heeft ze alles op alles gezet om dat proberen recht te zetten.
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