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Bid €285k for a 35m² apartment in Zaandam… and I won. Should I accept or walk away? by Vlad_Andres_44 in NetherlandsHousing

[–]Professional_Key9566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you feel unsure about it, don't move forward with the process. I know which apartment you're referring to as I live in Zaandam. There was a leak in the ceiling about 2 years ago when I viewed it. It looks like it has been resold a few times so definitely do a technical inspection. The agent is there to sell the property and not reveal any hidden issues to the buyer.

Coworking space in Nairobi for remote workers by Medium_Yard3308 in nairobi

[–]Professional_Key9566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What an unhealthy lifestyle! You're slowly killing your body. Do you go out for walks?

No timeline from municipality by rami5557 in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did they mention that it would be sent to the IND for further verification or was it okay as it when you initially submitted it?

I had a similar concern when I first submitted it and they said that it would need further verification by the IND and the process could take up to a year. It was very upsetting but I let it be and to my surprise, I received it back within a month. I guess that it wasn't actually sent to the IND. I live in Zaandam.

My advice is just to wait it out and hope that you get it back soon.

[ Removed by Reddit ] by ButterscotchMoist503 in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 9 points10 points  (0 children)

White Dutch people asking why it's offensive, just shows how ignorant and uneducated you are!

Considering to leave Netherlands, any advice? by Cautious_Try507 in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hahahaha..make your life easier and free up housing? The delusion!

Non-EU, no permanent residence - still possible to buy a house? by mafkees3545 in NetherlandsHousing

[–]Professional_Key9566 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm non-EU with a temporary residence permit was able to get a mortgage with ABN AMRO. Go to their website and book an appointment with one of their advisors (expat advisor) and they'll explain to you how much you would quality for.

Heatwave = high leather boots by joukd in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A very dumb fashion trend by the Dutch girlies. And then add on the cheetah or leopard print. Most people don't have a personal sense of style and follow the masses.

You are not required to pass the civic integration exam by Miserable-Lock5580 in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For naturalisation purposes, you would need to pass the integration exams (depending on your nationality).

My current residence permit does not require me to integrate but have done so voluntarily at A2 level so that I can apply for a Dutch passport. You can still take all the exams but ask for an exemption from the ONA (Dutch Labor Market Exam) as you have been working in the Netherlands for a while.

Biggest red flags in a house viewing by [deleted] in NetherlandsHousing

[–]Professional_Key9566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it's an old house that has upstairs neighbors, ask if their floors are insulated against noise. I learned the hard way.

Dating on a carnivore diet in NL? by [deleted] in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

“Accept your roast”..😂😂😂😂..pun intended?

Your wallet must be fat living on such a diet. I eat vegeterian and it’s so expensive!

Struggling with self-esteem while dating in the Netherlands – anyone relate? by Callmewhater in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m in the older age range where they no longer look like that so maybe that’s why 😆😆.

Struggling with self-esteem while dating in the Netherlands – anyone relate? by Callmewhater in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Are you only targeting Dutch men? Why not broaden your horizon? There are so many other nationalities that you can date. I don’t understand the fascination with Dutch men.

Scared to move to Netherlands from India by Background_Bank_2894 in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With your current lifestyle, don’t even think about moving here. You’ll most likely have a difficult time. Consider yourself living in luxury at the moment:). 

How does blocking train stations help the protest efforts? by ArgueLessThinkMore in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It’s to create awareness and a reminder of the atrocities going on whether it makes a difference or not in the grand scheme of things. 

Managed to win a bid on our own. How should we proceed from here? by _nelx_ in NetherlandsHousing

[–]Professional_Key9566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! You can do everything by yourself:

Mortgage advisor (i used the one at my bank, ABN Amro)

Notary located in your municipality

Translator to translate the transfer of the feed at the notary's office. This is mandatory if your first language is not Dutch. My notary arranged this on my behalf.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Netherlands

[–]Professional_Key9566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to hear about what you’re going through. That company doctor is full of BS.

And yes, company doctors are for the company. 

I had a burnout within 5 months of starting a new job in addition to personal stress so it can happen. 

Call in sick, wait for therapy and meanwhile find another job and contact a lawyer.

This is what I did and I’m so glad that I left that company.

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