Wat we doen
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/
We're thrilled to have on our mailing list! We'll keep you in the loop with our latest news and helpful info regarding living and working in The Netherlands. I'm sure we'll have some fun stuff too.
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
• The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• Finding a good cleaner in The Hague
• Buying a Property in The Netherlands
• Real Estate Agents in The Netherlands (and Property Management!)
• House Cleaning Services in The Hague & The Netherlands
Banking & Finance
• Setting up a Dutch bank account in 5 minutes with no BSN
• Transferring money from abroad
• Expat Financial Advisors in The Netherlands
• Everything you need to know about the 30% ruling
Bikes
• Guide to Buying a Bicycle in The Netherlands
Healthcare in The Netherlands
• Healthcare in The Netherlands Explained
Education
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,
Aankomende evenementen (4+)
Alles weergeven- How to Rent out Your Home in the NetherlandsKoppeling zichtbaar voor deelnemers
The 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
FREE - Discover How to Reduce Your Box 3 Tax in 2025Koppeling zichtbaar voor deelnemers
Box 3 tax in the Netherlands is more complex than ever, with the 2024 bridging legislation leaving many taxpayers confused and uncertain about how to navigate the changes.
Join Luke Staden, founder of Staden Financial Management, for a straightforward and practical presentation on how to understand the new Box 3 tax system, minimize your tax liability, and make informed decisions for the future.
What You’ll Learn:
- What changes has the Bridging Legislation introduced?
- How to calculate your Box 3 tax under the new rules.
- Actionable strategies to reduce your Box 3 tax burden.
- Are green investments worth it?
- Why bonds are being penalized while CFDs are encouraged.
- Timing your asset purchases – does it matter?
- Is a Spaargeld B.V. the right choice for your investments?
- And much more!
Register
FREEWhether you're a seasoned investor or just looking to optimize your tax situation, this session will provide clear insights and practical advice tailored for taxpayers in the Netherlands.
👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain clarity and take control of your Box 3 tax planning
About the Sponsor
Staden Financial Management is a financial advisory firm founded by expats for expats. They explain options clearly, so you understand exactly what’s happening with your finances. With no hidden fees or third party commissions, they always put their clients first. From family planning to retirement planning, they work closely with you to reach their goals. Let them guide you toward a confident, secure financial future today. - Open Day – Learn Dutch the fun wayMBO College Centrum - ROC van Amsterdam, Amsterdam
During the Open Day, we would like to give you a chance to get to know us and our teachers, see how we work, and we will tell you about our unique ‘out-of-the-classroom’ teaching method. Our doors are open from 18.45 till 21.00 at Da Costastraat 36 (!), and the free trial lesson takes place between 19.00 and 20.30.
What you will learn in this webinar
➡️ Trial lesson for beginners
➡️Level assessment for advanced levels
➡️ Meet the team and ask all your questionsRegister
FREE - The Dutch Brainwash – 7 Day Intensive CourseKeizersgracht 8, Amsterdam
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, 2 August 2025 (The Dutch Brainwash lasts for 7 days)
Time: 10.00 – 16.45 (every day)
Place: Keizersgracht 8, AmsterdamPrice: €1595 (You can secure your place with a deposit of €500). Price includes all training materials & loads of stroopwafels
Prospective students MUST REGISTER in advance.
