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Is it time to buy or keep renting for a while? Here are the pros and cons Buying a house is a big step, especially if you are entering the housing market for the first time. For beginners, buying a home is often still a distant thought, partly because there are quite a few one-time costs involved in purchasing a home.

What to look out for during a viewing (house buying part 2) Now that you know which house suits you, we move on to step two: the viewing.

Top 10 most frequently asked questions when objecting to a WOZ value The 2023 WOZ value will arrive on your doormat sometime in late January. The WOZ value is determined by municipalities and forms the basis for levies and taxes.

The advantages and disadvantages of a low WOZ value In a previous blog, we discussed the meaning of the WOZ value and when it applies to you. We also listed the advantages and disadvantages of a (too) high WOZ value and told you what that means for you. But what if the WOZ value is not high but low? Are there advantages and disadvantages?

Temporary or final energy label: what exactly does it say? The energy label shows how energy-efficient a house is. It also tells you which energy-saving options are available and contains more information about the home.

WOZ value - what is it, and when do you need it? Every year, as soon as the holidays are over and the new year begins, in January, the WOZ value of your house is reassessed. But what exactly is this WOZ value?

Why do you need an appraisal report? An appraisal report is a relatively expensive document. You need a valuation report to take out a mortgage, or if you want to change it in the meantime.

Signing the preliminary purchase agreement (buying house part 4) Your offer has been accepted and the house of your dreams will become your actual home. That means it's time to have the preliminary sales contract drawn up by the notary appointed by you, the buyer.

From the deed of sale to moving in. These are the final steps (house buying part 5) The house hunt was a success! The purchase contract has been signed, so you can start packing your boxes. Still, you better save that bottle of champagne for a little while longer.

Facts, myths, and rules surrounding bidding on a house Are you going to buy a house in the Randstad? Then you can't ignore the housing frenzy. We find that many houses sell above the asking price. So it would be best if you prepared yourself for some stiff competition.

What determines the value of a house? If you want to buy a house, it is important to know the correct value of your house. A realistic asking price is crucial when buying a house.