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Why are there 2 appraised values in my appraisal report?
You may well have an appraisal report done on a property and there are 2 appraised values in that report. And then there is probably a big difference between those 2 appraisal values. We'll explain why that is. For this reason, there are often 2 values in your...
Buying the house you are renting, what should you pay attention to?
Many people who rent property are given the opportunity by their landlord to buy their rental property. In this article, we explain to you what to look out for and what all you need to arrange as a tenant/buyer. Why does the landlord want to sell the property to me...
What if the broker does not follow the rules of the Online Bidding System?
Since Jan. 1, 2023, brokers must use an online bidding system where an online bid log is maintained and can be viewed retrospectively by all bidders. But very often this does not happen or deals are still made outside the rules of this bidding system. What about this...
Is a buying agent mandatory?
No, a buying agent is never mandatory. Anyone in the Netherlands may simply buy a house without a buying agent. However, it is important to understand that purchasing a home can be a complex process, with many legal, financial and practical aspects to consider. Is a...
(When) Is a buying agent necessary?
Fair is fair: not everyone needs a buying agent right away for every home they want to buy. Some people are already so savvy and experienced with buying homes that they already know exactly what to look for. Based on experience, that percentage of experienced buyers...
What does a buying agent look at?
There is so much involved in finding the perfect home that meets all your wants and needs. This is where a buying agent can be invaluable. But what does a buying agent actually look at? In this blog, we will discover the essential factors a buying agent looks out for...
How does a buying agent work?
The process of buying a home can be complex and time-consuming, but fortunately there is a professional who can guide you through every step: the buying agent. But how exactly does a buying agent work? In this blog, we dive deeper into the question of "how does a...
How much does a buying agent cost?
In the search for your dream home, there are numerous factors to consider. One such consideration is hiring a buying agent. But what exactly are the costs associated with hiring a buying agent? And how do they set their prices? In this blog, we dive deeper into the...
Are purchase agent fees deductible?
Bij het kopen van een huis zijn er een aantal kosten die aftrekbaar zijn van de belasting. Denk hierbij aan de hypotheekrente, notariskosten en de taxatiekosten. Maar hoe zit het eigenlijk met de kosten van een aankoopmakelaar? Deze kosten zijn helaas niet aftrekbaar...
What does an NVM buying agent do?
Wat een aankoopmakelaar ongeveer doet is de meeste mensen waarschijnlijk wel duidelijk. Een NVM aankoopmakelaar begeleidt namelijk de koper bij het gehele aankoopproces van een woning, net als een ‘normale’ aankoopmakelaar. Maar de vraag is wat een ‘NVM’...
What if the appraisal is lower than the purchase price?
Het kopen van een woning is een spannende en soms ook stressvolle periode, dat begrijpen wij als geen ander. Wanneer je eindelijk een woning hebt gevonden die aan al jouw wensen voldoet en je een bod hebt uitgebracht dat is geaccepteerd, ben je al een stap dichter bij...
When do you need an appraisal report? We explain
Wanneer heb je een taxatierapport nodig? Of je nu op zoek bent naar een nieuwe woning of jouw huidige woning wilt verkopen, de kans is groot dat je vroeg of laat te maken krijgt met een taxatierapport. Een taxatierapport is een rapport waarin een professionele...
The No Risk Clause super simple explained
Are you going to buy a house but still have a house of your own to sell? Then you may not want to risk having 2 houses later. After all, that's what happens to you when you buy a house but you can't get your old home sold. To eliminate that risk, there is a solution:...
10 benefits of a buying agent
These days, using a buying agent is definitely not a luxury. I'm sure it hasn't escaped your notice that recently, home prices have been rising, more homes are being sold, and the supply is dwindling. Then once you've found your dream home, you certainly don't want to...
What exactly about perpetual ground lease and how can I still claim it?
If you own a property in Amsterdam, you have (hopefully) received information about ground lease and the opportunity it gives you, the owner, to claim to buy off perpetual ground lease. If not? Then you are not the first and certainly not the last. Leasehold, simply...
Brokerage buying agent
Searching the housing market for your dream home can be quite a chore, but more importantly, very exciting. However, it only becomes a real chore when you actually want to buy the property. A buying agent can help and take the worry out of this. But how much...
Online bidding explained simply
Do you want to start bidding on a house? Then brokers are required to use an online bidding system since Jan. 1, 2023. The idea is that this will curb unfair practices in the housing market. Realtors are required to provide a bid log to anyone who has bid on a...
How do you choose/find a good buying agent?
You want to buy a house and want to know how to find a good buying agent. After all, it is important to have everything taken care of, especially when it comes to buying a house. Here we give you no-nonsense some sincere tips that will help you know how to find a good...
Does the living area of an outbuilding count if it is not licensed?
What I often encounter as a real estate agent and appraiser is a shed, chalet, office or other outbuilding that has been remodeled and is being used as a residence. That is, it should be dry, well insulated, heated and clearly suitable as a living space. So to be...
My buying agent’s colleague is also going to bid the same house, is that allowed?
Stel jij hebt een aankoopmakelaar bij Makelaardij X. Jullie willen gaan bieden op huis Y. Nu blijkt dat de directe collega van jouw aankoopmakelaar (ook werkzaam bij makelaardij X) ook wil gaan bieden voor andere klanten op hetzelfde huis. Er zijn dus meerdere kopers...
The pitfalls of the financing proviso
When buying the home, the buyer usually takes a "reservation of financing. This simply means, then the buyer can get out from under the sale if he does not get a mortgage loan. In practice, buyers often take this too lightly. In this article, we'll explain to you...
What does a buying agent cost and what does he do for that money?
What does a buying agent cost? And what exactly does he/she do for that money? We'd be happy to explain a little more about this to you! If you start googling what a buying agent costs, you'll get completely lost and still not find a concrete answer to your question....
What if you can’t be present at the signing of the bill of sale?
You've bought a house together, but before you can yourself not be present for the signing of the purchase agreement. How can you make this solve? Quite simply, we use digital a great deal sign via DocuSign. You will then receive the deed of sale digitally in your...
What do you need to arrange once you have purchased a home?
Your bid has been accepted, congratulations! But what to do now all arrange? Herewith a handy chronological list of everything you should arrange. (Small note: many issues are wholly or partially handled by your purchasing agent arranged). Immediately inform your...
Why are some homes for sale for a long time?
Not every home is going to be fast in this housing market madness sold. How is it that some homes are for sale for a very long time? Staked too highPricing a home too high deters viewers. Viewers very often (in the Randstad) assume that they already have to overbid...
What determines the value of a house if I want to buy or sell it?
So where is the difference in value between one house and another? This is good to know if you want to sell your house, but especially if you want to buy a house. I'm going to explain it to you. Maintenance Every home needs maintenance. I notice that many people are...
What should you still believe about the housing market?
Over the past few months, we have definitely seen a drop in bids on homes we have sold. The number of viewings has also declined significantly. Mainly due to the rise in interest rates, for a variety of reasons. We have successfully purchased several properties in the...
Are you entitled to a refund of expenses if the seller of a house pulls out?
Suppose you bid for a home. You negotiate back and forth some more and finally you have made a deal and the house is bought. This is what we call "will agreement. You will receive a neat email from the selling party confirming the purchase. That same afternoon you...
4 tips for when you want to buy a house with ground lease
With a house with ground lease, you do not fully own the house and the surrounding land. You use an owner's house and land. You pay canon on the use of the house and land. Canon is a kind of rent. Buying a house with ground lease can be difficult. In fact, you have to...
Can a sales broker be a buying broker at the same time?
It often happens that people use the same buying broker and selling broker, and vice versa. The real estate agent who helps you purchase your dream house can then also sell your current house. This does not always have to be the case. Your buying agent does not have...