Lotte Bakker
Living specialist and city guide. Lotte shares practical tips and hidden gems to find a nice home quickly.
Latest Articles by Lotte Bakker
Understanding Your Dutch Rental Contract: Sneaky Clauses and Tenant Rights
Don't sign yet. Learn how to identify illegal clauses, understand Model A versus Model B housing contracts, and protect your tenant rights in the Netherlands.
Rent Increase Rules in the Netherlands 2026: Strict Legal Caps Explained
Everything you absolutely must know about the 2026 rent increase limits: 4.1% for social housing, 6.1% for mid-range, and 4.4% for free sector apartments.
How to Get Your Rental Deposit Back in the Netherlands: Documentation, Check-In Reports & Legal Protection (2026)
Learn the 3-inspection system and legal strategies to protect your rental deposit in the Netherlands. Don't lose money to unfair deductions.
Inschrijven in the Netherlands: How Municipal Registration Works for Renters (and Why Landlords Refuse)
Everything you need to know about municipal registration (inschrijven) in the Netherlands: why it's mandatory, why some landlords refuse it, and your legal rights.
Mortgage Rates 2026: 3.4-4.3% & How to Get the Best Deal
After the dramatic rate drops of 2025, mortgage rates have stabilized. Discover the 2026 forecast and strategy for finding the best deal.
Top 10 Websites and Apps to Find a House or Apartment in the Netherlands (2026)
Finding a house or apartment in the Netherlands is competitive, especially in Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Eindhoven. This guide compares the best housing websites and apps so you can find rentals faster and apply sooner.