Looking for a renter for your home?
You are looking for a renter for your home. At the right market-based price. A contract drawn up on conditions that suit your situation. Respectful renters that will return your home how you deliver it. An agency that prioritizes you and can help ensure your home is maintained between rental periods.
Amsterdam Beautiful is that agency. For this reason, we represent several hundred loyal landlords. Apartments, houses, pied-à-terres and villas in Amsterdam, Amstelveen, Ouderkerk aan de Amstel and surrounds. Our clients are expats and also Dutch professionals looking to rent a high-quality home.
Do you have a house in or around Amsterdam that you want to rent out? Feel free to call us on +31(0)203307338, or sign up using the form below.
Professional mediation for temporary letting in Amsterdam
If your home in Amsterdam is not or not fully occupied, it can be lucrative to look into renting it out. But that is – certainly in the Dutch capital – not easy. The complicated regulations regarding temporary letting ensure that many homeowners do not know what their options are. In addition, the rights and obligations of renters and owners are constantly subject to change. Besides: how do you know if the people you want to rent out your home are reliable? It certainly pays to hire a professional party.
Amsterdam Beautiful has more than 18 years of experience in renting out houses to expats in Amsterdam and surroundings, and we are happy to help you with this. From searching for suitable renters to drafting contracts and mediating between you and the renters.
Why we are the right partner?
Expertise
We have been an active player in Amsterdam real estate for more than 18 years.
We additionally know the market like no other and achieve optimal returns for our customers.
Management
Your real estate is our priority. For rental, interim maintenance and taking a burden from your shoulders. We attach great importance to the care of your property, and therefore also the selection of rental candidates.
We are known for our exclusive homes and beautiful presentations. Sometimes we have a wide range; sometimes we have rented almost everything. Our emphasis is on quality rather than quantity. Feel free to check our recently rented homes below.
How does temporary renting work?
The seven steps to rental success:
First contact is often via telephone or our rental form / e-mail. Many clients hear from us via mouth-to-mouth advertising. Once we know a little more about the property, we can advise you, explain how we work and give a general idea of the possibilities and rental value of your home.
Intake
Soon after, we make an appointment for your home’s intake. We can give you a market indication of the potential rental price, discuss with you your needs and preferences in regard to leasing period, types of renters and types of contracts to suit your situation, whether to rent your home furnished or unfurnished and whether we recommend maintenance or any improvements. We can provide clear information about renter rights and municipal rental regulations to make the rental trajectory smoother for you. Any questions? Do not hesitate to ask during this conversation.
During this appointment we generally conclude by taking a selection of beautiful pictures of your home and make a note of the features and characteristics of your home for in the rental brochure.
Generate leads
Having been in business approaching two decades, we have an extensive network of relocation agencies, house hunters, real estate consultants and even loyal, returning renters looking for a new place to call home.
Besides listing your home on our own popular website, we advertise on Pararius as well as, if desired, Funda. We additionally share sneak-previews of our homes with close colleagues in the Amsterdam Association of Rental Agencies (VVA) in case they represent clients searching for appropriate homes.
Our track record proves that this active approach works. With the right price- quality-location ratio we can quickly find suitable renters. We follow the market closely so you get the right price for your property.
Viewings
Before making viewing appointments, we first check whether a candidate fits the property and meets the rental requirements. As landlord, you can be present at viewings, but we generally advise meeting candidates at a later stage. An agent will always be present during viewings. We keep you informed about viewings progress and will announce any formal offers we receive.
Once one or more candidates show formal interest in your home we will review their ID, employment agreement, income and background. In case there are several candidates we will nominate those we deem most suitable based on their documentation, income, how well their rental requirements fit your leasing preferences and our impression. Data such as financial stability and income continuity is checked via profiling systems. The human factor is also important which is where experience comes in. We help you select, but you get to decide who we proceed with.
We can then arrange a meeting between yourselves in order for you to get a good impression yourself. We find it helps when the renter and the landlord have met – even if only virtually - and actively encourage this.
Conclude leasing agreement
Before making viewing appointments, we first check whether a candidate fits the property and meets the rental requirements. As landlord, you can be present at viewings, but we generally advise meeting candidates at a later stage. An agent will always be present during viewings. We keep you informed about viewings progress and will announce any formal offers we receive.
Once one or more candidates show formal interest in your home we will review their ID, employment agreement, income and background. In case there are several candidates we will nominate those we deem most suitable based on their documentation, income, how well their rental requirements fit your leasing preferences and our impression. Data such as financial stability and income continuity is checked via profiling systems. The human factor is also important which is where experience comes in. We help you select, but you get to decide who we proceed with.
We can then arrange a meeting between yourselves in order for you to get a good impression yourself. We find it helps when the renter and the landlord have met – even if only virtually - and actively encourage this.
Check-in and handover inspection
Once all documents are signed and we can confirm receipt of the initial payment, we will schedule the handover. During the check-in we will make an extensive photo report and prepare a property inspection report, which will be signed by both landlord and renter as soon as the renter gets the keys.
As soon as the apartment handover has taken place the rent and the deposit, reduced by the commission due, will be transferred to your bank account.
From the ensuing month onwards, the renter must pay the rent directly to your bank account. Questions? Check-in with us for any advice ☺
Our complete rental package works on a 'no cure, no pay' basis. This means that we do not charge any costs for viewing, and advising you on the rental of your home. In case you chose for us to advertise on Funda and you withdraw or you find renters for the home yourself, we will charge for photography and the Funda listing. You only pay a commission fee when a rental agreement is concluded.
Registering your home is always without obligation.
We can provide various additional promotion methods such as 'Eye Catcher' on Funda or 'Featured' on Pararius. Ask us for the current prices per week / month / quarter.
Leasing periods come to an end, either by law in case of temporary leasing agreements, or by notice given. You are asked to contact us when this takes place so we can properly conclude the leasing trajectory, and if desired list the accommodation for follow-up rental.
The landlord is responsible for a pre-inspection of the leased property where the logistics and expectations of the return of the apartment can be discussed with the renter. The renter is then given the opportunity to solve any issues before the handover takes place a week or two later.
We will contact the renter in order to schedule an end-inspection on or before the last day of the leasing period. Referring to the photo report from the initial handover, they can make suitable preparations to return the home. The initial inspection report is for the renter – and the landlord if desired - to refer to how they property was originally handed over, and how the renter is expected to return the home back. If damage has occurred, you can charge this as the owner to the renter. This is often settled with the deposit.
We strongly advise landlords not to let any part of the deposit to be used for an end-clean or in lieu of paying the last month’s rent. Your security deposit should remain intact in case issues inadvertently arise during the handover or surface after the handover.
Our work is never really over, as by this time we expect to have begun the search for a new renter, and the process starts anew.
As an example of shifting and updating rental regulations, the right choice of leasing agreement is important. An investor with several properties often finds it beneficial if renters continue to rent for as long as possible. If you move abroad for work, it is important that the lease is drawn up in such a way that you can return to your own home at the desired time, whether it be after two or five years.
There are various models of rental agreements, which are also regularly adjusted and updated. Amsterdam Beautiful is aware of the most recent regulations, and can advise you on the most suitable contract form that is legally correct.
Below are the main differences:
Target group: For landlords who do not intend to live in the property themselves. Duration: Usually minimum 12 months. A date can be entered until which neither party can cancel the lease. In case renter does not fulfill his obligations in a number of ways it can be possible to terminate this lease by the lessor when the first year has passed.
Cancellable renter? Yes, per calendar month after the agreed initial term of (usually) one year.
Cancellable landlord? Termination is difficult and only with a good reason (renter does not pay, occupant causes nuisance, etc.) usually only after 12 months.
Rental protection renter? Yes.
Can the renter have a point assessment made by the rental committee (huurcommissie): yes, up to 6 months after the start of the rental agreement.
Target group: Landlords who want to conclude a fixed rental period with legal end date for a maximum of 24 months
Duration: 24 months or less
Cancellable renter? Yes, per calendar month
Cancellable by the lessor? No, not within the agreed rental period. The rental period ends automatically after the agreed term.
*N.B. The landlord must send written confirmation / reminder of the end date to the renter in good time, in which the agreed end date of the contract is communicated to the renter. This written communication may not be sent earlier than 3 months before the end date and no later than 1 month before the end date.
Extension possible? No. Extension of a definite term is not possible for a definite term.
*N.B. If an extension does take place, the agreement will convert to Model A (Indefinite Period) where the landlord no longer has the right to terminate.
Rent protection renter? No
Can the renter have the points count checked by the rent committee? Yes.
With this model rental agreement, the renter has up to 6 months after the end of the rental agreement. The rent assessment committee does this with retroactive effect from the start of the lease.
Target group: Landlord who has previously lived in the house and who plans to return to occupy the property himself after again.
Duration: Optimal for an initial period of 2+ years, but depending on the landlord's wishes regarding when he/she wants to move into the house again.
Cancellable renter? Yes. The renter can cancel per calendar month after the initially agreed period (eg 1 or 2 years).
Cancellable lessor? Yes, after the initially agreed period with a notice period of at least three months. One month is added to this for every full year that the lease has lasted, with a maximum of six months.
Extension possible? Yes. If the lessor stays away longer than the initially agreed upon period, the rental period can be extended in written consultation with the lessee for a period to be determined.
Does the renter have rent protection? No.
Can the renter have the rental value assessment (points count) checked by the rent committee? Yes.
As in contract form A and B, if the property is worth more than a certain number of points then it is deregulated and falls into the free sector. The rent committee will then leave the rent untouched.
Target group: Landlord who has the property for sale but does not want to leave it unoccupied.
<pN.B.* So-called leegstandwet rental is only possible after obtaining a Vacancy Act permit from the municipality and, if applicable, permission from the mortgage provider.Duration: Temporary with regard to the owner's intended sale, but without an end date.
N.B.* It is better not to agree on a rental period.
Cancellable renter? After the first 6 months
Can be terminated by the lessor: After the initially agreed period, the lessor can terminate the lease at any time, with due observance of the normal notice period.
Extension? Yes. If the landlord and renter wish to extend the lease on the basis of the Vacancy Act to a date after the permit period, the lessor will have to request an extension of the permit from the municipality before the end of the lease.
Does the renter have rent protection? No.
Can the renter have the points count assessed by the rent committee: Only if the house was previously rented out without a vacancy law permit.
Letting Conditions
- Amsterdam Beautiful Property Rental does not mediate in the subletting of homes without written permission from the owner.
- We only mediate in homes and apartments that are well maintained and cared for. It is important for renters that temporary (co-) registration and registration with the Municipality of Amsterdam is possible.
- It is best for homeowners to draw up an inventory of the movable property that they want to offer for use when the apartment is rented out. During the transfer, our rental agents will also take photos of the property and its inventory.
- Amsterdam Beautiful cannot be held liable for any calamities before, during and after the agreed rental agreement.
- Amsterdam Beautiful Property Rental performs its duties as may be expected of a company in its industry, but does not accept any liability for damage, including consequential damage, trading loss, loss of profit and/or stagnation damage, which is the result of acts or omissions of Amsterdam Beautiful Property Rental, its staff or third parties engaged by it.
- Amsterdam Beautiful Property Rental is not liable for damage suffered by the Landlord/Client as a result of acts or omissions of the other party in the rental agreement concluded through the mediation of Amsterdam Beautiful Property Rental.
Letting Tips
It is advisable in case it is ever necessary, to be able to substantiate the value of the household effects - if they are no more than 5 years old - by means of a valuation report or proof of purchase. The depreciation period can then be determined. This is usually 5 years, unless it concerns equipment or furniture that lasts longer, such as a laminate floor or washing machine and dryer. A depreciation period of 10 years can be used for such inventory. The value of the household effects must then be divided by 5 years to arrive at the value of the household effects per year and then again by 12 months to arrive at the value of the household effects per month. This value of the household effects per month is the amount that can be charged monthly to the tenant.
Inform your neighbors about the temporary rental of your apartment, so that no one is faced with surprises. If there is a household regulation for the building, request it from the VVE and have it ready with a user statement (which we can provide) for signing next to the agreement.
Every home has its peculiarities and need-to-know user information. Make a clear overview of all facilities in and around the apartment and collect the instructions for use of appliances such as television, oven, dishwasher and washing machine in a folder. You will help your renter enormously with this, and it also helps if they want to look up the instructions for use in their own language.
Make sure there is a working washing machine, and preferably also a tumble dryer (a combination washer/dryer can be fine), in the apartment. Do you employ a cleaner? We can advise the renters make use of their services, so that the house is better maintained.
“What’s the WIFI password?” Usually the first question asked during the handover, please keep this information handy when applicable.
Don't forget to have your mail forwarded to a new mailing address through a forwarding service like that of PostNL. Receiving a lot of the lessor’s mail can be inconvenient and come across as a nuisance.
In that case, keep in mind that you are legally obliged to deregister from the Amsterdam Municipality if you travel longer than 8 months. This also applies if you expect to stay abroad for at least 8 months within a period of 12 months.
If you own an apartment, your home insurance policy (opstalverzekering) will remain valid via de Community of Owners’ (VVE) insurance policy when you rent it out. In most cases, however, it is not possible to insure a new kitchen, floor or bathroom under this home insurance policy. You can insure these matters with larger insurance companies under the name ‘Eigenarenbelang’.
Questions? Contact us.
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