Heeren Makelaars Expat makelaar Amsterdam

Expat real estate agent
in Amsterdam

Heeren Makelaars Expat aankoopbegeleiding Amsterdam

Living in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a city defined by character, rich history and international appeal. For many expats, it is an inspiring place to live and work. At the same time, purchasing a property in a new city can feel complex, especially when buying from abroad. The dynamics of the Amsterdam housing market, local regulations and identifying the right neighborhood all require expert guidance.

Heeren Real Estate has been assisting international buyers for over twenty years in finding their home in Amsterdam and the surrounding area. Expats choose us as their buying agent because of our full-service approach, in-depth market knowledge and highly personal guidance.

Full-service buying agent

As a boutique real estate agency, we manage every acquisition with care and a strategic mindset, from initial orientation through to completion. Based on your preferences, we carefully curate suitable properties and personally accompany you on every viewing. While you focus on whether a property feels like home, we focus on the details that truly matter. Our real estate agents advise you thoroughly and position you strongly to enter the bidding or negotiation process. Our full-service approach is key to securing your ideal home.

What sets our expat buying service apart

Your dedicated team of real estate agents

The strength of Heeren Makelaars as your buying agent lies in the size of our team. Our experienced real estate agents work seamlessly together, ensuring that there is always an agent available to personally guide you during a viewing. This ensures continuity, short lines of communication and the flexibility to act quickly when an interesting property becomes available. In Amsterdam’s competitive housing market, where speed and timing are often decisive, this provides a clear advantage, particularly if you are not always physically present in the city.

Our real estate agents communicate effortlessly in English and are highly experienced in working with international clients. This guarantees clear communication and expert guidance from the first viewing through to completion.

Personal advice and a carefully structured search process

Every collaboration begins with a personal introduction. We take the time to understand your housing preferences, lifestyle and future plans, translating these into a clear and tailored search profile. Thanks to our extensive network, including fellow NVM real estate agencies, real estate developers and our own local connections, we often gain early access to properties coming onto the market or offered discreetly. This regularly provides our clients with a valuable advantage in the Amsterdam housing market.

When a property matches your criteria, we begin a thorough preparation process. Our advice is always bespoke, based on data, in-depth market knowledge and your personal situation. We analyse all available documentation, review relevant market data and investigate the background of the property. In many cases, we are already better informed than the listing agent before the viewing even takes place. This level of preparation enables you to make well-informed decisions throughout the entire buying process.

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A tailored approach

Step-by-step through the buying process

Defining your housing preferences and ideal neighbourhood(s), aligned with your lifestyle
Selecting suitable properties
Personal guidance during viewings
Expert negotiation with your interests at heart
Guidance through the purchase agreement up to completion
Expat service: from financing to relocation

What you can expect from us as your buying agent

Over twenty years of experience in the Amsterdam housing market
Personal guidance from experienced real estate agents
Full-service support throughout the entire buying process
A careful and results-driven approach
We listen closely to your needs and think strategically with you

Expat makelaar Amsterdam persoonlijke bezichtigingen

Your real estate agent guides you during property viewings

While much of the buying process can take place remotely, we strongly believe that you should personally experience your future home. Ultimately, you are buying a place to live, a place to feel at home. That is why our viewings are always conducted in person. While you assess the atmosphere and energy of a property, we evaluate it from a critical and professional perspective. We consider aspects such as the condition of the property, potential risks, legal considerations and its position within the market. Thanks to our careful preparation and efficient planning, we ensure that your visit to Amsterdam is always worth your time and travel.

Strategic negotiations

Once we have found your ideal apartment or house, we guide you through the bidding and negotiation process. We look beyond price alone, terms such as the transfer date and contingencies (including financing clauses and any technical or legal conditions) are equally important. Every step is carefully aligned with you. We negotiate strategically and with determination, always aiming to secure the best possible outcome on your behalf.

Once an agreement is reached, all terms are recorded in the purchase agreement. We review this thoroughly before you sign, ensuring you have complete clarity.

From technical inspections to completion

If required, we coordinate additional due diligence, such as a structural inspection, foundation assessment, environmental checks (including soil contamination or asbestos) and zoning plan analysis, ensuring full transparency throughout your purchase.

The final step in the process is the transfer at the notary. Prior to this, we guide you through the final inspection of the property, an important moment to attend in person. After signing the deed of transfer, you can fully enjoy your new home in Amsterdam.

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Expat service and our network

Buying a home in Amsterdam involves more than simply finding the right property. Especially when relocating from abroad, many practical and legal aspects come into play. Our real estate agents are happy to support you throughout this process. Through our extensive network, we connect you with trusted specialists for mortgage advice, permit applications, renovations and relocation services. You can always rely on us, we ensure you are quickly introduced to the right professionals.

Expat tax scheme and financing

For many international professionals, the Dutch expat tax scheme (formerly the 30% ruling) offers financial advantages. As part of the income remains tax-free for a certain period, net disposable income increases. In many cases, this also improves mortgage eligibility and borrowing capacity.

As a result, expats are often better positioned to purchase a home in Amsterdam. Our real estate agents are happy to connect you with mortgage advisors specialized in expat financing.

Living in Amsterdam starts with the right guidance. With our market knowledge, network and personal approach, we ensure a smooth and worry-free buying process for international clients.

Please feel free to contact us for a personal introduction.

Expat real estate agent in Amsterdam