Renting in the Netherlands has undergone a number of changes in recent years. The rental sector is highly regulated, both for the private and social housing market. On the one hand, there is an increasing demand for rental properties, especially in the middle and high segments.
For tenants, there are stricter rules for increasing rents in the regulated rental market (low and middle segments), which means that the rent cannot simply increase. In addition, landlords must adhere to certain requirements for the condition of the house and the rights of tenants. In the high segment, where homes are more expensive, the rules for rent increases are more flexible and tenants have less protection.
Fix Vastgoed also specialises in renting to expats in the high segment. Expats are foreign employees who work temporarily in the Netherlands. They are often sent by a company in their home country or hired by a Dutch company. Expats enjoy a high income and a high level of education.
They are reliable tenants looking for homes in the more expensive segment. A major advantage of expats is that they stay in the Netherlands for a number of months or years. After the rental period, your home becomes available for a new rental period, private occupation or sale.
Fix Vastgoed therefore has connections with local companies and organizations that hire expats, which means we can quickly find an expat for your home. Examples of companies we work for are Heinz, NXP, Radboud University, Donders Institute, Max Planken, Shell.
In short, the rental market in the Netherlands is in motion, with an increased demand for homes, rising rents and ongoing discussions about improving the affordability and accessibility of rental homes.
It is therefore important that you are well informed or represented by a real estate party with expertise. Are you interested in our services? Then we would be happy to arrange a no-obligation introductory meeting with you.