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The main mortgage updates you can encounter in 2021 Every year, the Dutch government, the Dutch Banking Association and Nibud update the mortgage rules in the Netherlands. The new rules and regulations took effect on the 1st of January 2021. But, what does this exactly mean for homebuyers in the Netherlands? We have made a....

What happens to my mortgage when I sell my house and do I need to pay any penalties or taxes? As an expat living abroad there is a big chance you won’t live in The Netherlands forever. We often get questions during a mortgage intake from clients what happens to the mortgage when you end....

Buying a house vs renting one Did the Netherlands become your home more than you consider your home country to be? We have some great news for you! Expats are allowed to buy property in the Netherlands. Whether you see yourself live in the Netherlands forever or you think about buying a house for a....

I bought a home and was wondering if I can include renovations in the mortgage? You bought a beautiful home but the bathroom is a bit run down and needs some work. Or you bought a real fixer-upper that completely needs to be re-done. We often get the questions from clients how this works with....

Prince’s Day mortgage update: 0% transfer tax for “starters” Every third Tuesday of September it is Prince’s Day in The Netherlands. This marks the start of a new parliamentary year in which the government announces their plans for the coming year.   One of this year’s plans is to help starters (between 18 and 35)....

What mortgage types are there for expats in The Netherlands? You generally have 3 different types of mortgages in the Netherlands you can choose from: annuity, linear or interest only. Schedule a call for a no-obligation mortgage consultation Type 1: Annuity mortgage   Most expats in the Netherlands choose an annuity mortgage. With an annuity....