With us, no home is just a home – it is a home, an investment,
a new chapter. We ensure that this chapter begins perfectly.
With us, no home is just a home – it is a home, an investment, a new chapter. We make sure this chapter begins perfectly.
The real estate agency of Amsterdam and Haarlem where you are number one. With a refreshing approach we focus on quality, reliability and completely unburdening our customers. We do it our way. Every client has their own story and dreams. We like to adapt our service to that. We offer customized service, focused on your specific needs and situation. With us, you are not a number but a valuable relationship. Our service does not stop after the transaction. We are always available as a sparring partner for advice, even after the sale or purchase. This is what we stand for and what distinguishes us.
We are the KEY to your new home.
We continue
where others stop
Certified and licensed real estate appraisers
Knowledge of the local
market and environment
Always honest advice
High-end service:
Customized to you!
We make sure your home stands out and sells for the best price. With a thoughtful strategy and styling advice, we present your home at its very best.
The search for your dream home is exciting, but with us by your side, you don’t have to worry about anything.
Want to rent out your property without stress? We take care of everything: from screening to contract, so you rent without worry.
Looking for the perfect rental property? We know the market like no other and make sure you find the right property quickly and hassle-free.
We offer customized support for buying, renting or selling a property, including guidance on local rules and translations.
Reliable and expert appraisals for mortgage applications and valuations. We deliver quickly and accurately so you can move on.
Purchase broker
A purchase broker is the expert who helps you find and purchase a home. A buying agent’s role goes beyond simply searching for homes. The broker offers valuable advice on the local housing market, prices and trends so you can make informed choices. A buying agent has extensive knowledge of the market and can help you determine the true value of a home, which is important when negotiating the price.
One of the most important tasks of a buying agent is to take the client’s mind off the entire buying process. From searching for homes that fit your needs and budget, to scheduling viewings, making offers and checking legal and technical aspects of the home, the buying agent makes sure everything goes smoothly. The broker assists you in negotiations and can often ensure a better deal than you could achieve on your own. All with the goal of guiding you, the client, to the right home, at the best price and on the most favorable terms.
Sales broker
The sales broker is the expert who focuses on selling your home. You will be helped to determine the right sales price, based on market knowledge, comparable sales and the condition of your home. A sales agent will create a strategic plan to sell your home, which may include creating a sales plan, organizing professional photos, placing ads and conducting viewings. This is to get your home noticed by the right potential buyers.
In addition, the sales broker takes care of negotiations with interested buyers. The broker works in your best interest to obtain the best possible sales price and terms. If multiple bids come in, the sales broker helps evaluate the options and can advise on which buyer is the best choice, both financially and legally. The sales broker also takes care of the legal and administrative aspects of the sale, so there are no surprises for you.
Summary
In short, the buying broker is there to help you buy a home, by advising, guiding and negotiating on your behalf. The sales broker, on the other hand, is there to sell your home successfully and at the best price, by establishing an effective strategy and supporting you throughout the sales process. So both brokers perform different roles, but both are very important in navigating the real estate market.
The time it takes to buy or sell a home can vary greatly depending on several factors, such as market conditions, location and specific situation. Below we list the average time it can take to buy or sell a home:
On average, how long does it take to buy a house?
1. Searching for a home
The search for a home can take between 1 and 6 months, depending on how quickly you find the right home that meets your needs. In a seller’s market (when few homes are available) it can take longer, while in a buyer’s market (when many homes are available) it can be faster.
2. Viewings
After you have found a number of homes that interest you, viewings may take place in a few weeks, depending on the availability of the homes and the real estate agent.
3. Negotiation and bidding
The negotiation process usually takes 1 to 2 weeks. This depends on how many bids there are, how quickly you can decide and whether there is room for negotiation. In some cases it can also be faster, especially if there is little competition.
4. Legal and administrative completion
After the purchase contract is signed, it usually takes 6 to 8 weeks before the transfer takes place. This is the time required for the notary to draw up the deed, complete the financing process (mortgage) and put everything in legal order. Total time to buy a house: It can take an average of 3 to 6 months to buy a home, from the beginning of your search to the final transfer.
On average, how long does it take to buy a house?
1. Preparation
Preparing your home for sale can take 1 to 2 weeks, depending on how quickly you get it ready for viewings (e.g., painting, minor repairs, photography).
2. Putting your home up for sale
Once your home is on the market, it usually takes 1 to 2 weeks to arrange viewings, depending on demand in your area.
3. Sales Process and Negotiation
The negotiation process can take 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the number of interested buyers and the level of negotiation. In some cases it can be faster, especially if there are multiple bids.
4. Legal and administrative handling
After the sale and signing of the purchase contract, the administrative handling usually takes 6 to 8 weeks, the same as when buying a home. This is the time required for the notary to complete everything legally and transfer ownership.
Total time to sell a home: It can take an average of 2 to 6 months to sell a home, depending on market conditions, location and housing demand.
With us, you will receive guidance from two experienced real estate agents who work closely together and know each other well. We find it important that you always get the right support, which is why we make sure that we are both aware of your personal situation, wishes and preferences. We agree this clearly with our clients in advance.
Our strength is that we know each other well as colleagues and work closely together. This way you are always assured of personal attention and expertise, even if one of us is temporarily unavailable. We believe it is important that our clients feel supported and always know they can come to us.
We always accompany you to viewings, so we can guide you, answer questions
and take a critical look at the home with you. This ensures that
you are never alone in the process and that you can count on expert guidance at every step,
from the first contact to the final purchase or sale of your home.
Customer benefits of our approach:
You are only in negotiation with the selling party when they actually respond to your offer, for example by:
a) Making a counter-proposal.
b) Clearly indicating a negotiation.
As long as the selling broker only indicates that he will discuss your offer with the seller, there is no negotiation yet.
No, the seller is not obliged to do so. According to the Supreme Court, the asking price counts as an invitation to make an offer. Even if you offer the full amount of the asking price, the seller may decide for himself whether to accept your offer, refuse it or come up with a counterproposal through his real estate agent. Your real estate agent can advise you on this.
Yes, this is allowed. In fact, a negotiation does not automatically mean an actual sale. Moreover, the seller often wants to gauge whether there are other interested parties.
In practice, the selling NVM broker will usually indicate that an offer has already been made or that negotiations are taking place. However, the broker will not provide information about the amount of the bids, to prevent this from leading to overbidding.
As a buyer, after signing the purchase agreement, you are entitled to three days of legal reflection time. This means you can abandon the purchase within that period without giving reasons.
The cooling-off period starts as soon as you receive a signed copy of the purchase agreement. Within those three days, you can still cancel the purchase free of charge, for example if you have doubts or if your personal circumstances change.
Note: Does the end of the reflection period fall on a Saturday, Sunday or an official holiday? Then the term is automatically extended. There are clear legal rules for this.
Of course, the broker will make sure you know exactly until when the reflection period runs, so you always have clarity and don’t miss important deadlines.
Yes, you may. Sometimes interest in a property is so great that several buyers bid (nearly) the asking price. In such a situation it is difficult to determine who is the best buyer. At that point, the seller – in consultation with us, of course – can decide to adjust the sales strategy, for example by switching to a tendering procedure.
In such a procedure, all interested parties are given the chance to bid once before a set deadline. This way, everyone gets a fair chance.
What is important is that we honor previously made agreements or commitments before the procedure is changed. Transparency and clear communication are always paramount.
No, the brokerage commission is not part of the “buyer’s fee.
Buyer’s costs (k.k.) mainly include the transfer tax and the notary fees for drawing up and registering the deed of delivery in the Land Registry. It also includes any costs for preparing a mortgage deed if you take out a mortgage.
When you hire a buying agent, the costs (brokerage fee) are for your own account. These are usually processed through the final invoice from the notary. The costs of the real estate agent selling the house are for the seller’s account.
This keeps it clear who pays for what – and there are no surprises.
Yes, the seller can decide to raise or lower the asking price. In addition, as a potential buyer, you also have the right to lower your offer during negotiations. This is because once the selling party makes a counter-offer, your previous offer expires.
We have made an overview of the most common costs when buying a home, which is intended as a guideline and therefore no rights can be derived from it. Depending on your personal situation there may be additional costs, such as ground rent, interest on a new property or additional advisory services. We therefore advise you to take the time to assess the total costs, whether or not with the help of a financial/mortgage adviser and/or estate agent.
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