What we’re about
A warm welcome to Expat Republic!
Thanks for being part of the Expat Republic family! With events running across The Netherlands you're bound to find some really cool folks you can connect with. We hold various events on a regular basis aimed at bringing people together and having good old fashion fun. Please let us know if you'd like to be an event host or organizer: http://www.expatrepublic.com/contact/
The point of our community is to help you meet and get to know locals in and around the city of Rotterdam.
For those of you whom are new to the city and looking for housing checkout:
Housing
• Housing resources and where to look
• House cleaning services in Rotterdam & The Netherlands
• Buying a House or Property in The Netherlands
• Setting up Utilities in The Netherlands
Taxes in The Netherlands
Career & Work
• Expat & English Speaking Jobs in The Netherlands
• Starting a Business in The Netherlands
• Career Coaches in The Netherlands
• The Most in Demand Skills For the Future
Education
• Dutch Schools in The Netherlands
• Advantages of the Blended Learning Approach to Language
• What an intensive dutch language course looks like!
Finances
• Cost of Living in The Netherlands
• What to do with 401k when moving abroad?
• Investment Advice for Expats
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See you,
Karim
P.S. Dutch are most certainly welcome and encouraged!
Upcoming events
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•OnlineUnderstanding the Dutch Job Market for International Professionals
OnlineAre you an international professional living in the Netherlands and wondering how to navigate the local job market more effectively?
Do you feel ready for your next professional step but unsure how the Dutch system really works?
If so, this free webinar is for you!
Many skilled internationals find themselves feeling stuck or uncertain in their Dutch career journey. You might be asking:
- Which industries offer the best opportunities for international professionals?
- How can I get noticed by Dutch employers?
- Does not speaking Dutch limit my chances?
- How can I align my international experience with the local market?
You’re not alone and understanding how things work here is the first step to building a fulfilling career in the Netherlands.
💡 In this live session, you’ll learn:
🇳🇱 How the Dutch job market is structured and which industries are growing
🏢 Which companies actively hire international professionals
🤝 What Dutch employers value most in experienced candidates
💬 How to network and position yourself effectively
⚙️ Common challenges internationals face and how to overcome them
🎯 How to align your professional goals with real opportunities in the Netherlands
This isn’t just another information session; it’s a practical, insight-driven webinar designed to help mid-life and experienced professionals better understand the Dutch job market and gain clarity on their next career move.
You’ll leave with actionable knowledge, renewed confidence, and practical tools to help you thrive professionally in your new home country.
👤 Hosted by
Aneta Kantarowska – Career Coach & Founder of Kanta Clarity Coaching
Aneta specializes in helping mid-life professionals living in the Netherlands rediscover their career direction, gain clarity, and build confidence through her signature 3-month coaching program: Discover Your Dream Career in Mid-Life.
🌍 Who is this webinar for?
🔹 International professionals already living in the Netherlands
🔹 Mid-life professionals seeking clarity or direction in their career
🔹 Expats wanting to better understand local work culture and hiring practices
🔹 Anyone curious about growing their career in the Dutch professional landscape
✨ Ready to gain clarity about your career in the Netherlands?
Join this insightful session and take your next step toward a confident and fulfilling professional life here.
🎟 Reserve your free spot now - spaces are limited!6 attendees
•OnlineBuying a House in The Netherlands
OnlineBuying a house can be exciting as well as stressful, especially if you don’t have detailed knowledge of the process, market or legal obligations.
In this webinar, we will let you know about the current housing market, inform you of the process of buying a house in the Netherlands, and provide buying tips as well as how to avoid pitfalls.
The webinar will take approximately one hour, where our presentation takes about 30 minutes, and the remaining time is scheduled for any questions you might have.
If you still have any questions after the webinar has finished, you will be given the opportunity to schedule a private meeting with one of Welocate's advisors.
Register
FREE
About The Sponsor
Since 2004 Welocate has been helping Expats buy their perfect home at the best price in the Netherlands, taking all their worries away. They've created a complete package to provide everything you need from start to finish, the Home Buyers Plan.2 attendees
•OnlineHow to Rent out Your Home in the Netherlands
OnlineThe Dutch Housing Market is arguably one of the most competitive, yet regulated housing markets in the world. As a landlord, this means that there’ll be high demand for your property - but it also means that you’ll need to take on numerous responsibilities.
Questions you might be asking yourself…
- Am I legally allowed to let my property?
- How much can I charge for my property?
- How does renting out my property affect my mortgage?
- What are the standard lease agreements?
- How can I find reliable tenants?
- What am I legally responsible for?
- What if I want to move back into the property?
- How does this affect my taxes?
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Curious to learn more? Join our next webinar!
Join us at our How to Rent out Your Home in the Netherlands webinar where we will share everything you need to know to successfully rent out your property.
➡️ Topics covered will include:
- Overview of the Dutch Rental Market
- Things to Consider Before Letting Your Property
- How to Find the Perfect Tenant(s)
- How to Craft a Lease Agreement
- How to Best Manage Your Property & Tenant(s)
- more!
After the presentation, which will take around 30-45 minutes, there will be plenty of time for Q&A to help you with your questions.
Register
FREE2 attendees
•OnlinePension & Investment Planning for American Expats
OnlineJoin us for an insightful webinar if you are an expat or planning to move overseas, this event right for you.
This event will provide valuable strategies to help you secure your financial future, wherever you call home.
Key topics include:
- Understanding the unique financial challenges faced by U.S. expats
- Pension options and considerations for Americans abroad
- Investment strategies tailored to the American expat lifestyle
- Tax implications and how to optimize your financial planning
- Tips for starting early and maximizing your long-term financial security
- Various American expat tax implications (Box 3, PFICs, Inheritance tax)
- How US retirement plans work in The Netherlands
Remember, it’s never too early to start planning for your future. The sooner you begin, the better prepared you’ll be to enjoy your life abroad with financial peace of mind.
Register
FREE
About The Speakers
Randal Stephens
Randal Stephens is a Senior Independent Financial Adviser at SJB-US with extensive experience in international financial services, specializing in holistic, fee-based advice for expatriates and cross-border clients. His expertise spans pension management, wealth management, retirement planning, and tax-efficient solutions. As an expat himself, he understands the complexities of managing finances across different tax regimes and is known for transparent, client-focused financial plans, helping individuals worldwide achieve their financial goals with cost-effective and regulated advice.
Vincent van Wijgerden
As a Dutch cross-border tax specialist, who focuses on providing expert guidance for international tax matters, particularly involving the Netherlands. He has extensive experience working within the framework of the Dutch–US tax treaty. His services are tailored to expats navigating complex Dutch tax regulations and cross-border scenarios. He is the owner of expattaxes.nl.
Konner Gershkoff
Konner is the Head of the Internal Sales team at Advisors Capital Management. Konner has led the efforts into the International, Cross-Border Advice markets for Advisors Capital and works hand-in-hand with Financial Advisors to provide compliant, customized, tax efficient investment portfolios for their clients. He has several years of experience strictly focusing on International Markets and working within permitted jurisdictions across the globe to help bridge back USD assets to US based custodians like Fidelity and Charles Schwab. He understands the importance of providing compliant solutions for individuals abroad that wish to continue to invest USD but do so with proper reporting. He holds a Finance Degree from the University of Rhode Island and is a key part to the Institutional Team at Advisors Capital3 attendees
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