The Vond blog
Honest guides to renting in Amsterdam — fees, rights, neighborhoods, and how to avoid the traps.
The Vond blog
- KvK Landlord Verification Explained (and Why It Matters)
What KvK verification is, why it matters for Amsterdam renters, and how Vond checks landlords against the Dutch Chamber of Commerce before listings go live.
- I Built a Housing App in 4 Months as a Greek Expat in Amsterdam
The honest founder story behind Vond: why a Greek expat with no makelaar network started building a direct, fee-free way to rent in Amsterdam — and what the build taught me.
- 5 Amsterdam Neighbourhoods Most Expats Overlook (2026)
The expat housing search clusters in the same few districts. Here are 5 Amsterdam neighbourhoods that are cheaper, greener and better-connected than their reputation — plus how to search them.
- Pararius vs Funda vs Kamernet: Honest 2026 Comparison
An honest, price-agnostic look at how Pararius, Funda and Kamernet actually work for renters in Amsterdam in 2026 — where each leaves you stuck, and how to win on any of them.
- Rent in Amsterdam Without a Makelaar — 2026 Guide
You usually don't have to pay a makelaar to rent in Amsterdam. Here's how to find a place directly, dodge illegal fees, and skip the paywalls — 2026 guide.
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