Discrimination and inequality: may expats be charged a higher security deposit than Dutch nationals?
Expats who rent a home in the Netherlands often have to deal with higher security deposits than Dutch tenants. While Dutch people usually pay 1 or 2 months’ deposit, expats are sometimes asked for 3 or even 6 months. This raises the question: is this allowed or is it a form of discrimination? The tenancy […]
How Expats Can Get Their Deposit Back After Leaving the Netherlands
Many expats return to their homeland or move to a new destination after their stay in the Netherlands. Unfortunately, it often happens that they do not get their deposit back in full or at all. Landlords count on this and take advantage of expats not taking action once they are gone. However, you can reclaim […]
Common mistakes expats make when renting in the Netherlands
For many expats, the Dutch rental market is unfamiliar territory. A new country, a foreign language, and a tight housing market mean that expats sometimes quickly sign a contract without foreseeing all the consequences. This often leads to problems with the deposit (security deposit) or other tenancy rights. The tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten […]
Security deposit in expat rental contracts: why expats often pay more
Expats moving to the Netherlands almost always have to deal with a security deposit (deposit) when renting a home. While Dutch tenants usually pay one or two months’ deposit, we see that expats often have to put down much more – sometimes even three to six months’ rent. This raises the question: is that actually […]
Deposit for temporary rental: short stay, AirBnB and temporary contracts
Increasingly, landlords rent out homes temporarily: via short stay, AirBnB or a temporary rental contract. Even with these forms of rental, a deposit is almost always required. But what are the rules? And what should you, as a tenant or landlord, take into account?The tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten explain it. What is temporary […]
Deposits and expats: what should foreign tenants in the Netherlands watch out for?
Expats who rent a home in the Netherlands almost always have to deal with a security deposit (deposit). Unfortunately, it often happens that expats pay too much deposit or do not get their deposit back (in full). Because expats often depend on temporary rentals and are not well acquainted with Dutch legislation, they are extra […]
Security deposit for room rental and student housing
Many students and young people rent a room in a student house or through a private landlord. When signing the rental agreement, a security deposit (deposit) is often requested. But how much deposit is allowed, and what are the rules for room rentals or student housing? The tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten explain what […]
Security deposit and rent arrears: may the landlord offset the deposit against rent arrears?
The deposit (security deposit) is intended as security for the landlord. A frequently asked question is whether the landlord may use the deposit to offset rent arrears. The answer is: yes, but under strict conditions. The tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten explain how this works and what your rights as a tenant are. What […]
Getting your security deposit back at the end of the lease: what should you pay attention to?
When the tenancy ends, you naturally want your deposit back as soon as possible. Yet this often leads to disputes. Some landlords return the deposit too late or withhold an amount without a clear reason. In this blog the tenancy law attorneys of Arslan Advocaten explain what to look out for to get your deposit […]
When can the landlord withhold the deposit?
When renting a property, you often pay a deposit. This amount is intended as security for the landlord. However, at the end of the rental period there is often a discussion: when can the landlord withhold the deposit (partially)? The rental lawyers of Arslan Lawyers explain what the rules are, so you know what to […]