Applying to University in the Netherlands
Does your child (or yourself) want to study in the Netherlands? Learn about application deadlines, tuition fees, and housing tips to start your university journey!
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Feeling Lonely? How About Volunteering?
We are all having our moments of feeling lonely. Moving home and settling in a new country can be stressful and comes with lots of challenges. Language barriers and cultural adjustments don’t make it sometime easy to make new friends.
Buying Your First Home in Netherlands
The Dutch housing market is tight, making buying challenging. This guide shares key tips to improve your chances of securing a home.
Spring Blooms at Hortus Botanicus Leiden
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, home to one of the most diverse plant collections in the world, is coming to bloom. Keep reading to learn the history of Hortus Botanicus, its Spring highlights and the perfect spots to visit.
Navigating Market Volatility: Patience and Perspective
In recent months, investor markets have faced uncertainty on multiple fronts. From geopolitical tensions to economic shifts, it remains unclear when this turbulence will ease.
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Public Holidays in Spring in the Netherlands - What You Need to Know
As the tulips bloom and the sun begins to peek through the Dutch clouds, spring awakens a vibrant spirit in the Netherlands.
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Dutch pensions to rise by 8%
The first pension funds that switched to the new Dutch pension system at the beginning of 2025 are set to yield positive results. Pensioners with these funds will receive 4 to 8 percent more.
The Netherlands Rental Housing Market Developments
As of July 1, 2024, significant changes to Dutch rental laws have taken effect, impacting midrent properties, rental pricing, and contract structures. These reforms aim to create a fairer housing market but have also led to shifts in rental trends.
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Strategies to Land Dream Jobs Without Applying Online
Did you know that up to 80% of job openings are never posted online? (Sources: LinkedIn Study; Forbes, 2019) Many mid-career professionals who come to me for career coaching feel stuck, frustrated, and overwhelmed by the job search process.
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