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What is happening in the Amsterdam housing market, and what does it mean for you? Our agents follow it closely and write it down.
November 2, 2026Foundation risk and your Dutch mortgage: the NHG rules from 2027
From January 2027, lenders must include foundation repair costs in a Dutch mortgage with NHG. What this means when you buy or sell a home in Amsterdam.
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October 26, 2026A register for Dutch estate agents: what it could mean when you bid
The Dutch housing minister wants a mandatory register for estate agents, with legal rules and a standard bidding log. What is planned and what buyers can do now.
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October 19, 2026The 10% penalty in a Dutch purchase agreement: what a new ruling means
A Dutch appeal court cut the standard 10% penalty in a home purchase agreement from €38,000 to €10,000. What buyers and sellers in Amsterdam should know.
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October 12, 2026Amsterdam housing market in Q3 2026: more choice, still bidding over asking
Amsterdam had 25 percent more homes for sale in Q3 2026 than a year earlier, yet most still sold above asking. What the new figures mean for buyers and sellers.
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October 5, 2026Buying to let in Amsterdam: check the WOZ threshold first
Many Amsterdam homes may not be rented out for four years after purchase. Whether that applies depends on the WOZ value and the transfer date.
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September 24, 2026Selling in Amsterdam: what changed for energy labels in 2026?
Since 29 May 2026, Dutch energy labels have a new design and monuments are no longer exempt. What Amsterdam buyers and sellers should check.
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September 21, 2026When sellers cut the asking price, they cut deep
Sellers rarely adjust their asking price in careful steps. In August the median cut was over 5 percent. What that means if you are selling in Amsterdam.
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September 17, 2026Ground lease in Amsterdam: what to check before you bid
A bought-off ground lease says little about the costs after the current period. Which documents and agreements to check before you make an offer.
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September 10, 2026Buying an apartment in Amsterdam: check the VvE before you bid
A low monthly contribution does not tell the whole story. Which documents to request before bidding on an Amsterdam apartment, and what to look for.
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