If you want to become a realtor in the Netherlands, you can follow an official real estate training program to obtain a realtor diploma. Below, we’ll cover the various types of diplomas. Do you need a realtor diploma? No, you are NOT required to obtain a realtor diploma. The profession of a realtor is not…
There are different types of real estate agents: Assistant Broker (Assistent Makelaar or ‘A-RMT’), Candidate Broker (Kandidaat Makelaar of ‘K-RMT’) and Registered Broker, each with different levels of authority. However, as previously mentioned, the real estate profession in the Netherlands is largely unregulated. Anyone can call themselves a real estate agent. The only exception is…
We often see people considering a career change to real estate later in life. I made the switch later in my career as well, so I’d like to share some essential tips to help you avoid unnecessary obstacles. Tip 1: Carefully Consider Whether to Start a Diploma Program Right Away First, understand that a diploma…
The short answer is no, you don’t need a diploma. However, it’s crucial to know how to practice the profession effectively. That’s where Dutch Realtor Training’s courses come in handy. The Advantage of an Official Real Estate Agent Diploma There are professional real estate agent programs in the Netherlands, such as those offered by OVGP,…
WWS stands for “Woning Waardering Stelsel,” which translates to “Housing Valuation System.” Simply put, it’s the points system used to determine rent prices. As of July 1, 2024, this system has undergone significant changes, resulting in a requirement that a property must have at least 187 points to qualify as a free-market rental. There’s considerable…
Objecting to High Rent Before July 1, 2024 Until July 1, 2024, tenants could have their rent reviewed by the rental commission within 6 months of the start of their lease. If the rent was found to be too high based on the points system from the beginning of the lease, the commission would retroactively…
In Dutch rental law, there is a distinction between independent (‘zelfstandige’) and non-independent (‘onzelfstandige’) housing ( ‘woningen’). It’s important to know which category your property falls into if you plan to rent it out, as this is crucial for calculating the rental points. While it’s often clear (for example, a student room is typically considered…
The Good Landlordship Act is a new law that came into effect in the Netherlands on July 1, 2023. This law is intended to better protect tenants and ensure that landlords treat their tenants fairly. What does the law entail? End of Temporary Rental Contracts of 24 Months: Previously, landlords could temporarily rent out a…
Starting July 1, 2024, the threshold for rental points in the free sector is increasing from approximately 143 points to 186 points. This means that you’ll need at least 187 rental points for a property to be considered part of the free sector, allowing you to set any rental price you choose, without restrictions from…
Introduction Unfortunately, as of July 1, 2024, the Affordable Rent Act has come into effect. This legislation is potentially devastating for private landlords in the Netherlands. In this article, we’ll explain the key points in simple terms. Overview of the Act In broad terms, the law provides tenants with significantly increased protection from the government….
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