Buying an apartment in Rotterdam or The Hague: why you can't do without a real estate agent

Are you house hunting in Rotterdam? Houses for sale can be found across the World Wide Web. If you've found a house you like, you might wonder whether you still need to hire a real estate agent. The truth is, real estate agents are indispensable these days. Never before were houses in Rotterdam sold as fast as today. It's not uncommon for one house to attract 30 to 40 potential buyers. Those who want to avoid getting lost in the Rotterdam housing market jungle can't do without a good real estate agent.

Buying an apartment in Rotterdam comes with a myriad of questions. Nevertheless, you may have to make a bid within one day. What's a property truly worth? How much should you bid? Is overbidding an option? As a real estate agent, I will answer all your questions and help you make well-considered (rather than frantic) decisions. I will also take care of everything associated with buying a house, ensuring a good price and a quick purchase.

It's a lot easier for me to buy an apartment in Rotterdam successfully, because I've built a solid reputation as a real estate agent in the city in the past twenty years. As trust is paramount in our market, I'll likely manage to buy your dream house — even if you're not the highest bidder.

Our approach: what to expect from @WORK Makelaardij

There are quite some houses for sale in Rotterdam, which makes it difficult to navigate the market. As a real estate agent, I'll act as your compass. What's characteristic of my approach is that I always give 100%: I'm here to help you. Not only during business hours, but also on evenings and Saturdays. I'll work with you on achieving your goal in a very commited manner.

• If you have a potential dream house, I'll go out of my way to make sure you get it. For example, I'll organize house viewings for places that have not yet been put up on Funda.
• Do you want to know more about common prices for houses for sale in Rotterdam? In that case, I'll perform a purchase price analysis for you — free of charge and without obligation.
• I'll provide you with A-to-Z guidance on house viewings, ask the seller the right questions, and share professional advice.
• When it comes to a house, nobody wants to buy a lemon. So, if I consider it necessary, I always have an expert construction inspector assess a house.
• I'll negotiate on your behalf and try to get the best purchasing price. To make sure you get the most out of your purchase, I'll carefully review the purchase agreement and adjust it to your advantage if necessary.
• I will prepare everything that's required for the transfer at the notary's office. If you like, we can also keep in touch with your financial advisor to ensure everything goes smoothly. A real estate agent should provide aftercare, too.

Rotterdam houses for sale: custom buying packages

Package A

• No results = no expenses
• Comprehensive intake interview
• Professional advice
• Expert appraisal
• Guidance on the second house viewing
• Cadastral investigation
• Verification of the legal deed of sale
• Support on the delivery inspection

Rates: 0.75% of the purchase amount
Minimum rate: 2.950 euros including VAT

Package B

• No results = no expenses
• Comprehensive intake interview
• Professional advice
• Expert appraisal
• Guidance from the very first house viewing
• FREE an architectural pedestrian inspection (worth 100 euro's)
• Frequent contact through WhatsApp, among other things
• Guidance after business hours and on weekends
• Cadastral investigation
• Verification and discussion of the legal deed of sale
• Support on the delivery inspection
• Guidance on your visit to the notary's office
• Aftercare

Rates: 1% of the purchase amount
Minimum rate: 3.950 euros including VAT and an architectural pedestrian inspection