HOUSE SEARCH AGREEMENT 

Before the Search Begins: 

1. Complete the House Search Agreement (see next page). 

2. Send a screenshot of Google Maps with the areas you'd like to live in clearly marked or circled. This will help to better understand your preferences and focus the search accordingly. 

3. Provide a Profile photo and write an introduction. Share a brief story about your background, hobbies, your job, your financial situation and the reason for your move to the Netherlands. Add your Linkedin when you have it. This gives future landlords an idea of who you are as a tenant. 

When a Suitable Property Is Found: 

4. Please provide the following documents so we can prepare a rental offer:

• All documents must be translated or explained in Dutch or English and in € euro.

• Please send all documents in this Google Drive link:

• Create a folder with your complete name in the google drive and all documents must be named: ‘subject + name person’.

When employed: 

• Required Documents: 

•  Copy of Passport/ID 

•  Last 3 paychecks 

•  Work contract 

•  Recent employer’s statement (werkgeversverklaring) 

•  If you are currently renting, ask your landlord for a landlord statement. 

When Self-employed: 

• Recent income statement, or letter from accountant confirming income level and 

• business status. 

• Tax returns for the past 2 years 

• Proof of savings or assets 

• Official Company registration. 

• Short description of the business (what it does, how long it has existed. Include 

• business website or professional profile (Linkedin). aWhen you got accepted: 

5. Sign the Rental Contract. 

6. Provide Proof of Payment for the following: 

•  First rental payment 

• Security deposit 

Before we start representing you and actively searching for properties, we require a commitment deposit of €400,- (+21% VAT). This amount will be deducted from the final service fee invoice. Please note that this deposit is non-refundable*. We will send you an invoice once we receive your signed copy of this agreement. 

Once you have moved into your new home, we will send an invoice for the remaining service fee; 1 month’s rent * (including any furniture and/or service charges, excluding utilities) + 21% VAT (less the commitment deposit of €400,-). 

Minimum Fee: €2000,- + 21% VAT * 

*Additional Fees applicate in the following situations: 

• Sharing:+ €500,- (with colleague or friend) 

• Pet: +€750,- 

With short-term (11 months or shorter) we charge 15% over the total exclusive rent price.

Submitting an offer is a formal and serious step in the rental or purchase process. Once Great Expatation submits an offer on behalf of the client, it is expected that the client is fully committed to proceeding if the offer is accepted. 

An accepted offer creates clear expectations on the part of the landlord or agent. At that point, other interested candidates are often turned down, and both time and opportunities are lost. Withdrawing after acceptance not only affects professional relationships and reputation, but also has direct financial and practical consequences for all parties involved. 

If the client decides to withdraw after an offer submitted by Great Expatation has been accepted, a Cancellation Fee of 50% of the agreed House Search Fee will be charged. This covers the time, effort, and impact caused by the withdrawal. This fee is non-refundable.