About us
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
Just moved and looking for a dentist?
http://www.expatrepublic.com/dentist-in-the-netherlands/
Enjoy weekend trips? Why not checkout one of these great destinations
https://www.expatrepublic.com/weekend-trips/
FATCA
Are you an American Expat and want to know more about FATCA?
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See you,
Karim
P.S. Dutch are most certainly welcome and encouraged!
Upcoming events
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Buying a House in The Netherlands
·OnlineOnlineThinking about buying your first home here, but not sure if 2026 is the right
time?Fair question. Buying a home in the Netherlands can feel confusing at first. The rules are different, the words are weird, and the market can move fast.
In this free webinar, Welocate and ABN AMRO Bank will help you make
sense of it all.We will explain how the Dutch housing market works, what steps to expect,
how much you may be able to borrow, and which costs can catch buyers
off guard.You will also get simple tips to help you avoid common mistakes, from
bidding too fast to missing key checks.Whether you want to buy soon or just want to understand your options, this session will help you take the next step with more confidence.
Register
FREEAbout The Sponsor
Since 2004, Welocate has been helping Expats buy their special home in the Netherlands. They’ve created a complete package to provide everything you need from start to finish, the Home Buyers Plan.2 attendees
End-of-Year Decisions for DGAs
·OnlineOnlineSalary, dividends, deadlines. Sort them before December 31 does it for you.
Run your own BV? Then you’re a DGA (directeur-grootaandeelhouder), and every year you face the same puzzle: salary or dividends, what to deduct, what to set aside for your pension. Many of these choices lock in on December 31. Get them right and you keep more of what your company earned. Miss them and next year’s tax bill will let you know.That’s why we’ve teamed up with Blue Umbrella for this practical webinar. They’ve helped thousands of internationals and entrepreneurs with their Dutch taxes, and they’ll walk you through the moves that matter before the year closes (and before your accountant leaves for the holidays).
In this webinar, we’ll discuss the following:
- Key tax deadlines and year-end planning tips
- Optimizing DGA salary vs. dividends
- Tax-efficient profit distribution strategies
- Deductible expenses and last-minute optimizations
- Pension contributions and reserves
- Fiscal changes to watch for the upcoming year
- Common pitfalls and how to prepare for year-end closing
- Tips & Tricks
A few smart moves in November and December can save you real money (and a very stressful January), so make sure to attend!
Register
FREEAgenda
- 19:00 – 20:00 : Webinar
- 20:00 – 20:30 : Q&A
About the Speakers
Blue Umbrella a leading online tax consultancy firm in The Netherlands. They have filed over 50.000 income tax returns for expatriates. Additionally, they have created the Blue Business service : a one stop shop for all the needs of international entrepreneurs living and working in The Netherlands.2 attendees
Investing For Expats – All Your Questions Answered
Herengracht 280, Herengracht 280, 1016 BX Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam, NH, NLAre you an expat in the Netherlands wondering how best to manage your financial life?
You are not alone. Between Box 3, pension gaps, foreign accounts, and advice that never quite fits your situation, you can end up doing nothing at all. And doing nothing has a price too.
This Session is Different
This in person session is different: This is an event tailored for you! Rather than a set list of predetermined topics, you shape the agenda! it is built around your questions.Our experts will open with the essentials, and then the floor is yours.
No jargon, no sales pitch, and no such thing as a stupid question. Arisaig Wealth Management will address the questions expats in the Netherlands most want to ask about financial planning, investment management, and how to manage your money in the complex, dynamic world of 2026.For Expats, By Expats
Whether you are investing for the first time or have an established financial plan and portfolio, you will find this session useful and most of all exciting and fun!Register now (it’s free!). Prepare your questions and we look forward to seeing you there. Spots are limited so register fast!
Register
FREEAbout Arisaig Wealth Management
Arisaig Wealth Management brings a fresh approach, providing truly independent, professional and comprehensive financial planning and investment advice built around your requirements. Arisaig is an independent investment advisory firm dedicated to delivering investment advice for the specific and unique needs of expats and international professionals. The firm is licensed as an investment advisory firm by the AFM (Autoriteit Financiële Markten) of the Netherlands, with approval across the EU and has its European head office on the Herengracht in Amsterdam.4 attendees
How a Greener Home Saves & Makes You Money
·OnlineOnlineAll about the money side of a better energy label! Your home's energy label in the Netherlands affects more than just the environment. It can lower your monthly bills, improve your mortgage options, and raise your resale value. In this webinar, we'll break down the financial side in plain terms and share simple steps you can take.
We'll discuss:
- How a better label lowers your monthly energy bills
- Why efficient homes tend to sell for more
- How your label can affect your mortgage rate
- Ways to borrow more for energy upgrades
- The ISDE subsidy and how it cuts upgrade costs
- Why buyers prefer homes with a strong label
- Where to check your current label
- Simple first steps to improve it
A better energy label is not just greener. It can put real money back in your pocket each month and pay off when you sell. Join us to learn how to make your home work for you. Bring your questions, and we'll answer them live.
Register for free and save your seat.
2 attendees
Past events
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