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Stolpersteine: The Meaning Behind Stumbling Stones In The Netherlands

Have you ever wondered about the reason behind the brass-plated cubes embedded into the streets of some Dutch cities? St... Read more

The Right Way To Tell People What You Do For A Living

How do you answer the seemingly easy question, “What do you do for a living?” Do you talk about YOU? Do you talk abo... Read more

Filing Your Dutch Taxes: The 2024 Guide

This tax guide by J.C. Suurmond & zn. Tax Consultants is here to make sure that you are up to date with the cha... Read more

How To End Procrastination Once And For All In 2024

This time of year, a lot of people make New Year's resolutions, but most of them fade away within a few days or weeks. O... Read more

7 Helpful Tips For Getting Through The Dutch Winter

It’s my third full winter living in the Netherlands and this year feels different. There is less dread. More understan... Read more

The Dutch Toilet: Everything You Need To Know Before You Go

There are some things you know to expect when you arrive in the Netherlands; winding canals, rainy weather, steep stairs... Read more

Redeployment: The Legal Obligation Before Dismissing An Employee

Roos van Zaltbommel from GMW Lawyers explains the redeployment obligation in the Netherlands and clarifies what an emplo... Read more

Learn Dutch To Secure A Healthcare Job In The Netherlands

In this article, NedLes tells you what language level you need for your particular medical profession and how you can pr... Read more

Moving To The Netherlands As The Head Of Your Own Company

So you moved to the Netherlands, but continue to work for your own company from abroad. This is a message that many tax ... Read more

The Bright Side Of The Dutch Housing Market In 2024

It might almost be Blue Monday but there are reasons to be bright about buying a house in 2024. Kenneth Leenders from Ex... Read more

How The Dutch Are Using Mortgages To Promote Sustainable Living

Moving abroad brings the thrill of new experiences, but it does come at a cost to the environment. The good news is that... Read more

The Secret Questions You Should Ask During A Job Interview

I often get asked this question by my clients: Should you ask questions during the interview? And if the answer is yes, ... Read more

A Chiropractor's Guide To Reducing Stress And Gaining Balance

Michael Collins from Flow Chiropractic explores the different facets of stress, its effects on the body, the stages at w... Read more

The Dutch Homeowner's Association (VvE) Explained

One of the things people buying an apartment in the Netherlands often overlook is the role of the Vereniging van Eigenar... Read more

How Being Outdoors Benefits Both The Body And The Mind

The weather outside can be frightful at times, but your mental health may thank you for stepping outside on a regular ba... Read more