If you’re like most Internationals, you love to travel! After all who doesn’t. In fact some studies have show that travel can actually lead to higher educational achievement, reduce stress and improve your productivity at work. Furthermore, travel has been shown to improve the risks of depression and reduce the risks of heart disease (not…
Most Expats are aware of the 30%-ruling – a beneficial ruling designed to lower the Dutch tax burden; however, few seem to understand the exact criteria, benefits and overall implications. Vincent Wijgerden from ExpatTaxes (GVN) explains the 30% ruling below. The 30% ruling applies to employees, coming from abroad, who possess expertise which is scarce…
Whether you’re thinking about retiring abroad or have already taken the plunge, we’ve got some top tips to help you make the most of your time overseas… Save Money by Using a Currency Broker Retiring abroad may mean you need to move money from your home country to your adopted one in order to purchase…
Banks can seem mysterious and confusing, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Our friends at bunq — a mobile high tech bank that lets you easily open an account and has a unique view on investing money (or not) – gave us the scoop on how banks work. They also helped us understand…
Growing up, you will have been taught about the importance of brushing your teeth. But, did you ever think that simply by brushing, you could be doing damage instead of good? Believe it or not, there is a right way and a wrong way to brush your teeth. Poor dental hygiene doesn’t just lead to…
Saving isn’t always easy Let’s be honest saving money isn’t always easy. Housing prices are sky high and there are loads of awesome things to do. It’s easy to over spend in the heat of the moment and end up at the end of the month with virtually no savings. Save for a goal Studies…
Dutch isn’t an easy language to learn. Visit any bar or café up and down this tiny country and you’ll hear it for yourself. A group of Dutchies speaking at full tilt can sound loud, guttural, and entirely alien. A difficult language coupled with a national love for bureaucracy means that interacting with Dutch systems…
Once you’ve got off the plane in the Netherlands, opening a bank account will be one of your first priorities. Just like anywhere else, you’ll need a bank account to get paid, pay your bills, and buy products online and in stores. Banking in the Netherlands is pretty straightforward, but some banks are better…
Van Kempen Project Management focuses on small and large-scale home renovation and refurbishment projects. With over 25 years of experience, Van Kempen has built up extensive expertise. Their goal is to offer clients a complete service that addresses all their concerns regarding construction projects, renovations and interior decoration. Few are the homes in The Netherlands…
Posture matters. Don’t be the hunchback of Amsterdam. From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, we now spend most of our waking hours perched in front of a screen or buried into our phones. We work in front of a screen, we relax in front of a screen,…
