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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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Here is some great info relevant for expats and expat life in The Netherlands:
Don't forget to join our Facebook group, so you can meet other expats and ask questions to our community. you can also signup to our newsletter where we feature loads of great info for expatriates and life in The Netherlands.
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
See you,
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+)
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It’s no secret that the Dutch housing market has been insane over the past few years. But that shouldn’t discourage you from making that very special purchase: your first home!
Buying your first property has loads of advantages, both financial and emotional. It also provides you with a sense of accomplishment, the knowing you aren’t simply flushing money down the toilet on rent.
Making that special purchase, however, is not always an easy task. In this webinar we aim to make the process easier for you. In it, we’ll discuss:
- An overview of the Dutch housing market
- Securing a mortgage and how much you can borrow
- For employees
- For freelancers (ZZP’ers)
- The financial advantages of buying a house/property
- The costs involved
- Searching for a property
- Bidding, negotiating and important strategies to consider
- Signing & notarizing the contract (and other important documents)
- Getting the keys and moving in
- Tips & tricks you can’t find anywhere else! ;)
The journey to home ownership can be one of those joyful moments in life and the key to making it so is being armed with the right knowledge and help. That’s why we have enlisted our friends at Fortior Hypotheken
Agenda:
19:00 – 19:30 by Fortior Hypotheken
19:30 – 20:00 Q&ARegister
FREEAbout The Speaker
As a mortgage broker, Fortior Hypotheken goes the extra mile. Because they want you to buy your first home with a secure and good feeling. Your personal adviser is there for you throughout the process. They can also assist you with finding the right help for screening the purchase agreement, insurances, filing your taxes, and practical matters like setting up your utilities - Filing Your U.S. Taxes While Living AbroadLink visible for attendees
Although the U.S. boasts an incredible and innovative economy, beautiful nature and robust opportunities, many Americans decide to live abroad. They can be in search of personal or professional growth, adventure, or to simply retire.
Experiencing a new culture is both exciting and engaging. For most countries, however, once you have left, you cease to become a tax resident and therefore pay no income tax. But, as a U.S. citizen, you are taxed based on your American nationality, not necessarily only where you live. Therefore, as an American living abroad, you must file income taxes and report certain items to the IRS and the U.S. Government.
In this webinar, we’ll walk you through what you need to do in order to comply with U.S. regulations, as well as some tips and tricks to do so efficiently and painlessly.
We’ll discuss:
- Who needs to file U.S. income tax
- Considerations for U.S. expats
- How to file your U.S. income tax Federal & State Tax Returns
- Understanding the basic regulations
- Avoiding double taxation
- Credits from the U.S. government
- Tax planning and tax efficient strategies
- Things to consider when owning Property or a Business in the United States
- Considerations for Digital Nomads
- Considerations for retirees
- The streamline procedure, for those who haven’t filed
- You’re first income tax filing
- Accidental Americans
- Tips & Tricks
Remember that the long arm of Uncle Sam and the IRS is not something which can be ignored, so it’s important to get informed, follow the rules and do everything correctly. In this webinar, we’ll help you with everything you need to know about filing your U.S. tax returns from abroad. So join us for a smooth tax experience!
Register
FREEAbout the Sponsor
Blue Umbrella is a leading online tax consultancy firm in The Netherlands. They have filed over 13.000 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. - Masterclass: Women in BusinessRotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, Rotterdam, ZH
Join Professor Sofya Isaakyan, a renowned expert in leadership development at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM), for this exclusive Masterclass designed to empower women in business.
This masterclass will equip you with:
- Actionable strategies to build a powerful and diverse network.
- Expert insights on leveraging your network for career advancement and business success.
- Invaluable guidance on navigating the unique challenges faced by women leaders.
Don’t miss this opportunity to:
- Gain a competitive edge in the business world.
- Expand your professional circle and access valuable resources.
- Learn from inspiring role models who have paved the way for women leaders.
Register
FREE - Dutch Immersion: Learn Dutch in 2 WeeksHoge Prins Willemstraat 226, Den Haag, ZH
Looking for significant results in a short time? Then the Dutch Immersion
Courses are your best bet! The Fastest results using proven methods, training all skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
What are immersion courses?
These are our most intensive courses where you are on a fast track to Dutch proficiency. You will get 60 hours of lessons in 10 days (6 hours per day) for a general course and 30 hours for exam training.For an extra boost, you will also get an additional 15 hours of optional homework assistance (1½ hours per day) if there are more than 2 students. The groups are small and lively, so you are guaranteed a lot of attention and opportunity to perfect your knowledge and pronunciation.
To help you maintain your knowledge, you can get 100 hours of free conversation sessions as part of the All-You-Can-Talk program.
For passing the Civic Integration (Inburgering) exam after reaching level A1-A2, you can follow the 2-week Inburgering module. There is also a Staatsexamen B1 module to learn to pass the exam in 2 weeks.
What can you expect?
- Remarkable progress in just 2 weeks
- Realistic results and 1 year aftercare (AYCT)
- For absolute beginners and intermediate students
- Excursions and guided interactions with Dutch speakers
- Nicely situated in The Hague, walking distance from beach
- 1.5 hours of homework assistance per lesson day
- Small groups: 2 to 8 students
- Best return on both time and money investment
After successful completion, you will get an official certificate stating your internationally recognized CEFR level. For specific requirements, e.g. an application to a university or study points, tailored documents are available upon request.
When & Where
Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
Time: 09:30 – 18:00
Location: Hoge Prins Willemstraat 226 E, 2584 HX, Den Haag
Cost: €975Register
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