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A warm welcome to Expat Republic The Hague!
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/
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Housing:
• Guide to setting up utilities in The Netherlands
• Guide to Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• House cleaning services in The Netherlands
Banking & Finance
• Setting up a Dutch bank account in 5 minutes with no BSN
• Transferring money from abroad
• Financial advice for Investments in The Netherlands
• Everything you need to know about the 30% ruling
Healthcare in The Netherlands
• List of Dentists in The Netherlands
• Healthcare in The Netherlands
Buying a Bike in The Netherlands
• Guide to Buying a Bicycle in The Netherlands
Working in The Netherlands
• Surviving your Dutch office in Dutch
• Holiday Allowance in The Netherlands
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Karim P.S. Dutch are most certainly welcome and encouraged!
Our Sponsor
Special thank you to Beacon Financial Education for being our meetup group sponsor. They provide a myriad of education and information regarding investments and financial matters. Please do checkout their website and book an appointment with a financial advisor
If there's anything your missing please don't hesitate to let me know!
Cheers,
Karim
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Pension & Investment Planning for ExpatsLink visible for attendees
Join 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 expats
- Pension options and considerations for international residents
- Investment strategies tailored to the expat lifestyle
- Tax implications and how to optimise your financial planning
- Tips for starting early and maximising your long-term financial security
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
FREEAbout The Speaker:
Jake Barber is the Co-Founder & CEO of SJB, a company he established in 2018 to provide specialised financial services for British and US expats.
With a focus on retirement, investment, and tax planning, Jake has successfully built a fee-based financial advice model for the expat community.His expertise spans international financial planning, pension advice, tax planning, and investment management for high-net-worth individuals.
Jake is fully qualified as a financial adviser through CISI (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), and NASAA (USA). Under his leadership, SJB has won multiple awards, including "Best Adviser Firm Established in under 3 Years" in 2020 and "Excellence in Digital Innovation" in 2021.Jake's innovative approach to remote financial advising has positioned him as a thought leader in the industry, particularly in the wake of the global pandemic.
About SJB Global:
SJB Global is a pioneering financial services firm that provides expats with high-quality, fee-based financial advice worldwide.Founded on the principle “Striving For a Better World” SJB offers a transparent, client-focused approach to financial planning.
Key features of SJB Global:
Comprehensive Services: Specializing in investment advice, UK & US expat services, estate planning, saving plans, retirement planning, and pension advice.Innovative Approach: As a remote-based company, SJB leverages technology to provide personalized service while keeping costs low. This innovation earned them the International Adviser's Professional Development Award in 2021.
Client-Centric Philosophy: SJB's core values emphasise service, honesty, and putting clients first. They operate on a fee-only model, ensuring unbiased, holistic advice.
Investment Strategy: Focus on passive funds for lower costs and better long-term performance.
Continuous Learning: Through SJB Academy, the company ensures its advisers are always up-to-date, providing expert recommendations in clients' best interests.
SJB Global combines expertise, innovation, and ethical practices to offer expats worldwide the financial planning services they deserve, at a fair price and without hidden agendas.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain expert insights, valuable strategies, and exclusive content.
- Managing Your Child’s Behavior with a System Kids LoveLink visible for attendees
Are you a parent, teacher, or caregiver struggling to manage challenging behavior without yelling, punishing, or resorting to bribes? Join us for an eye-opening session on The Choices System, a powerful and compassionate approach to behavior management that nurtures responsibility, self-control, and emotional intelligence in children. Based on Robbie Zein’s groundbreaking method, this webinar will introduce a structured yet flexible system that helps children understand the consequences of their actions in a way that feels like a game—not a punishment.
✅ In This Webinar, You’ll Learn:
- How to implement The Choices System in both home and school settings
- The secret to using Choices as a reward system that fosters intrinsic motivation
- Why warnings are key—and how to deliver them effectively
- The difference between Minor and Major Choices (and when to apply them)
- How to keep track of Choices without turning it into a monetary system
- Tips for engaging children in rule-making to increase their cooperation
- Best practices for holding positive, productive “Choices Meetings”
Whether you're managing one child or an entire classroom, this system is adaptable, respectful, and refreshingly simple to use. Plus, kids love it!
Register
FREEAbout the Speaker
Robbie is an educational and behavioural life coach who lectures on social emotional issues, child development and education. Working with parents, children, teachers and companies worldwide, she provides tools to raise happy and confident children in a calm and punishment-free way. Through her work, she has won multiple awards for quality, growth and client satisfaction. During her lectures Robbie shares her unique effective methods which she has developed and implemented in a range of childcare centres and schools. These methods are currently being shared with a global audience. - Discover Your Dream Career in Mid-LifeLink visible for attendees
Are you feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or uncertain about your next career move? Do you wonder if it’s too late to change paths or finally do work that excites you? If so, this webinar is for you!
Many professionals in mid-life find themselves in careers that no longer fit. Maybe you’ve lost passion for your work, feel trapped in a role that doesn’t inspire you, or wonder if you’re too late to make a change. But here’s the truth: staying in a job you don’t love has consequences - on your confidence, energy, and overall happiness.
The good news? It’s never too late to discover a career that truly aligns with your strengths, values, and passions. You just need the right clarity and strategy to get there.
In this free webinar, you’ll learn:
🚩 The hidden costs of staying in a job that doesn’t fulfill you
🌟 The benefits of having a career you truly enjoy (and why mid-life is the best time to make a change!)
🛠 3 key strategies to help you find your dream job - even if you don’t know what it is yet
✅ Actionable tips you can start applying right now to gain clarity and momentum
🇳🇱 Practical insights into navigating the Dutch job market as a career changerThis isn’t just another career talk - it’s a powerful, eye-opening session designed to help you break free from uncertainty and take control of your future. You’ll walk away with fresh insights, practical tools, and the motivation to take action toward a career you love.
Who is this for?
🔹 Professionals in mid-life feeling unfulfilled, lost, or stuck in their careers
🔹 Those considering a career change but unsure where to start
🔹 Anyone wanting to align their work with their passions, strengths, and values
🔹 Expats or locals navigating career transitions in the Dutch job market✨ Ready to start your journey toward a career you love?
Join us for this transformational session and take the first step toward a new, fulfilling chapter in your professional life.🎟 Reserve your free spot now! Spaces are limited - sign up today!