Real estate transfer tax in the Netherlands

Have you found your Dutch dream home? Apart from having the buying process concluded properly, it is of particular importance to also comprehend all aspects relating to acquiring the ownership of your new abode. A part of this acquisition process is the payment of transfer...

Change of rules for organ donation

The rules for donating organs are going to change. Currently, all residents of the Netherlands aged 18 or older are requested to decide about donating their organs after their death.  This means all people registered in the municipal records database. If they don’t make a...

The power of a home-cooked meal

The power of a home-cooked meal. Thuisgekookt has proven that connections forged over food can fight isolation and loneliness, improve health, and build a community.

Tiny house life

Historically, finding sanctuary for shelter, refuge, comfort and enjoyment has been a quest. Seeking housing in a densely-populated country like the Netherlands has always been a great challenge. The perfect Dutch house is a stereotype in itself; canal side townhouses, 19th century converted ships, quirky...

We plan to do great things in the future for children

The HSV International Department offers mainstream and special international education. The HSV Primary School has provided primary aged children exceptional educational experiences since 1986. The HSV primary school consists of a Dutch Department and International Department spread over four locations in different areas of The...