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Thinking 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.

The Dutch Brainwash is an intensive Dutch course in the center of Amsterdam. It has a unique approach that is totally different from any other language course that you can think of. Thanks to a very special combination of powerful learning techniques and personal coaching, great results are possible within a very short time. Within 7 days you’ll notice how easy it is to speak about any subject that you like, in Dutch!

Bringing your Dutch to a whole new level is relatively easy. But… you have to know how to do it. Mainly, it only works if you can see that Dutch is a logical, consistent and funny language. Don’t worry if you are not convinced of this yet. Step by step you can learn how to construct your own sentences, how to explode your vocabulary while thinking in pictures and which mindset you can use so that you can achieve your goals even faster…

When most people think about learning, they think about retaining loads and loads of information. But… if you think about it, it is not true! Speaking a language is also about feeling at ease and having confidence. Therefore, a positive experience is one of the most important things, something that is easily ignored by most people. And yes, you will also learn many other things:

• A better pronunciation
• How to construct sentences about any subject that you like
• How to explode your vocabulary within seconds
• What to do if Dutch people switch to English
• How to talk about situations that are weird and crazy
• How to sound intelligent in Dutch (with little effort from your part)
• How to understand much much more
• How Dutch humor works (so yes, you’ll learn some filthy things too
• How to think in Dutch, so that everything becomes easier!
• Long after the Dutch Brainwash is over, you progress will still continue!

Just for your information, your progress will not stop after 7 days. Here are some extras!

• One free eCourse The Psychology of Speaking Languages
• One free eCourse 30 Days To Change Your Dutch
• Free conversation classes (10 times a year)
• A secret Facebook group where you can practice your Dutch every day
• Access to new advanced programs that are only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates
• Access to personal coaching that is only available for Dutch Brainwash Graduates

Details:
When: Saturday, 8 August 2026 (The Dutch Brainwash lasts for 7 days)
Time: 10.00 – 16.45 (every day)
Place: Keizersgracht 8, Amsterdam

Join our free webinar and get clear insights into market conditions, legal obligations, tax considerations, and long-term outcomes. Practical guidance to help you make the right decision.

Details:
When: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Time: 13:00 – 14:00 CET
Where: Online

🏗️ Did you know there are over 1,500 ongoing new construction projects in the Netherlands, with more than 152 projects right around Amsterdam? 🌆

❓ Ever wondered how mortgages work for newly built properties? What's a building deposit, and how can you handle double expenses?

There's a common myth that getting a mortgage for a new build property is way more complicated. But don't worry, we're here to help YOU understand the process of securing a mortgage for newly built properties and guide you through every step of the journey.

Topics we'll cover:

• Why it makes sense to buy or invest in a property.
• The unique benefits of purchasing a new build in the Netherlands.
• The process and timeline when buying a newly built home.
• What to expect and when to expect it.
• A down-to-earth overview of new-build mortgages and your next steps.

Wave goodbye to confusion and join our webinar as we walk you through the ins and outs of securing a mortgage for newly built properties. Let's make it simple and fun together!