If you’re planning to rent or buy a home in the Netherlands, there are a few developments worth keeping an eye on.
The government has allocated €7 billion through 2035 to help accelerate housing construction and increase the supply of affordable homes.
The National Affordable Homeownership Fund has €100 million available to support affordable new-build homes for first-time buyers with middle incomes. Additional funding for the fund is also planned for the coming years.
From 2027, the transfer-tax exemption threshold for eligible first-time buyers will increase from €555,000 to €615,000. This applies to buyers who meet the conditions for the starters' exemption, including the age requirement. This increase was already established before Prinsjesdag 2026.
There is also a proposal to reduce the transfer tax for homes that the buyer will not use as their main residence from 8% to 7% from 2027. This can apply, for example, to homes bought to rent out. The proposal still needs to be approved by Parliament.
So, what does this mean for you?
These measures are not going to solve the housing shortage overnight, and some proposals still need to be approved. But they are worth keeping an eye on if you’re planning your next move in the Netherlands.
We’ll keep following the developments and sharing the ones that are relevant to internationals looking for a home here.
Read more about the proposed changes here.
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