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Four years ago, Willem helped with the purchase of my first home to full satisfaction, and the recent sales process went at least as smoothly!

Willem excellently guided the sale of our house, thanks!

I advise against buying a house through Nieuw Amsterdam Huys, as we are not satisfied with the guidance they provided us as expats throughout the entire process. They misled us when we (simply) heavily relied on them for identifying issues with the apartments, due diligence, bidding advice, and securing the best deal possible. Buying a home is one of the most important financial and emotional decisions that is already stressful in the overheated market. Therefore, it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to have a good and reliable real estate agent. I understand that we also made mistakes due to lack of understanding in a new country and blindly trusted the agent. But I hope no one else makes the same mistake as us.

I would stay far away from them if you are looking for an honest, competent and reliable purchasing agent, especially if you are an expat. They do the absolute minimum and take advantage of your lack of local market knowledge to earn their hefty commission as quickly as possible. Their only strategy is to get their clients to bid as high as possible, regardless of the actual market value of the house. 7 months ago we bought an apartment in Amsterdam with Joris as our agent. We are only writing this review now because we have since realized many things and now have knowledge about factors that influence property values in the Netherlands, and also because we initially wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt. We can say that we absolutely regret our decision to work with Joris due to: 1. He did not provide a single relevant advertisement during the entire search process, nor early access. Worse still, they kept suggesting houses that clearly didn't meet our criteria and were far from our preferred areas. 2. We would advise ourselves to bid on properties despite obvious problems and significant overbidding. All other properties were, according to them, 'very nice'. Note that we weren’t in a hurry and made this clear from the beginning. 3. They did not explain how they arrived at a suggestive offer and how leasehold status, energy labels, renovations, etc. were taken into account in the recommended offer. 4. After we won the bid, there was obvious haste on Joris’s part to close the deal. The building inspection was scheduled for the day we would be going on vacation for two weeks, we could hardly be present, and Joris wasn't either, and many critical issues were missed due to being in poor condition. Things that have cost us a lot of money to repair later. 5. No negotiation was suggested or attempted, not even after a building inspection where several problems had been addressed. We didn’t know if that was even possible; but good agents do it. 6. Poor assessment and review of documents (such as the MJOP). At the last minute, it turned out that the VVE reserve fund was only a quarter of the originally stated amount, and not sufficient to cover the planned maintenance and repairs. I was able to see this and understand it (although somewhat late), despite having just moved to the country. It proves they are not competent enough. 7. Most of our concerns were dismissed with typical sales pitches - concerns such as the disadvantages of a large VVE with one social housing association owning most of the apartments, and its impact on the value/demand of the apartments. 8. All our doubts and worries were confirmed by the bid book (after the sale was closed) - hardly any bids, while ours were significantly higher than the second-highest bid and so far the highest m2 price for a comparable apartment in our neighborhood. Our excessive reliance on an agent was our fault, we accept that, but worse were Joris’s repeated sales pitches, with the worst being: 'your offer will only lead to further price increases in this area, so you don't need to worry'; 'you would have thrown that extra money away on rent anyway' and 'many bids come in via email and phone and do not end up in the bid book'. So we unwittingly and unintentionally contributed further to this housing crisis, which we absolutely do not feel comfortable with. These are exactly the kind of agents you should avoid and people warn against. I have written this long and detailed review so that no one has to endure this bitter and stressful experience when buying their first home, like we did. Please invest your money in a more competent agent (if it’s really necessary) who puts his client's interests first. Most of the good reviews on Google seem dubious, and that also applies to a sales agent, which given the housing crisis is probably the easiest job in Amsterdam.

My partner and I are extremely satisfied with the purchasing service of NAH, and especially with real estate agent Willem van Galen-Last. Because the office is a bit smaller, we received a lot of personal attention and they were always ready to answer our questions directly. Moreover, they weren't afraid to give an honest, critical opinion, even if it wasn't in their own interest. All in all, a reliable and expert real estate agency that we have already recommended to several acquaintances!

Good realtor. Pleasant to work with.

We were SO lucky to be able to work with Willem, he helped us find and buy our DREAM HOUSE :) Willem was friendly, professional, honest, and so resourceful. We can wholeheartedly recommend him and his services!

Positive experience with Joris from Nieuw Amsterdam Huys as a buyer's agent! Found an apartment within three months that met my search criteria.

Dishonest, disrespectful and unprofessional agency. Their business plan revolves around scamming expats. 1/5 is far too generous for them.

With Joris as my purchasing agent, I found a beautiful apartment in the Jordaan. He accompanied me to almost every viewing and was always easily accessible, even outside of working hours. His honesty, expertise, and friendly approach made the entire process very pleasant. I am incredibly happy with his help and can recommend him to everyone!

My experience with Joris from Nieuw Amsterdam Huys was extremely positive. He guided me excellently through the purchase process of my new home in Amsterdam. What I particularly appreciated was his straight-to-the-point approach: clear communication and practical solutions at every step. In addition, he was always available for questions and proactively thought along. I would recommend Joris without a doubt to anyone looking for a reliable and expert real estate agent in Amsterdam!

Great. Communication, knowledge, practical, decisive problem solving. Highly recommended! I am happy to respond to questions, because as Nieuw Amsterdams Huys all real estate agents should be. Also perfect for expats, my wife was also very satisfied, reassured, and informed at a good level, not too much information but the right information. And our house was sold for the highest price ever in our apartment complex. And all that for not even such a high price. Even the cheapest of the 3 agents we consulted with. Thanks for everything Bas!

We are extremely satisfied with our experience with Nieuw Amsterdams Huys. From the first contact, the interaction was very pleasant: friendly, professional and always quick in communication. What struck us most was the transparent way of working. We were well informed about all steps in the process, a pleasant collaboration.

We are pleased with the service that Nieuw Amsterdam House provided during the sale of our beautiful apartment. We were immediately impressed by the professionalism and personal approach. Bas advised us well on the sales strategy and the right price proposal, which resulted in a quick sale of our house at a good price. The entire process went very smoothly and clearly. We were kept well informed of the progress, and we could always count on a quick response to questions. Thanks to Nieuw Amsterdam House, the sale was not only fast but also absolutely worry-free!

New Amsterdam House is a very expert, pleasant real estate agency where I have had excellent experiences. A mediator that I can recommend to everyone. Proactive, accessible, discrete and diplomatic when desired. Moreover......affordable. Johan Dijkstra.

Professionals!! We had a great experience with Willem and the team. Don't think twice! Highly recommended!

Na een zoektocht van 1,5 jaar, met talloze bezichtigingen die het nét niet waren en mooie woningen waar we telkens werden overboden, vonden we via Funda ons droomhuis. We wisten meteen dat we iemand nodig hadden om ons hierbij te helpen. En wat een geweldige beslissing was dat! Bas is buitengewoon betrokken en beschikt over een schat aan kennis en ervaring. Hij lette op details waar wij overheen keken, gaf uitstekend advies tijdens de onderhandelingen en begeleidde ons vanaf de eerste kennismaking tot de sleuteloverdracht op een manier die zowel professioneel als persoonlijk was. Bovendien was Bas altijd goed bereikbaar, wat ons veel rust gaf in een toch vaak stressvol proces. Dankzij zijn inzet wonen wij nu in het mooiste huis van Amsterdam – iets wat zonder Bas absoluut niet gelukt was. Wij kunnen hem van harte aanbevelen aan iedereen die op zoek is naar een makelaar die écht het verschil maakt. Dank je wel, Bas en het hele team van Nieuw Amsterdams Huys

I have been working with Charles, Roos and Yvonne from 27Huis since 2014. First I rented out my apartment in the Jordaan and eventually sold it. Their unique approach is very personal, they are always ready to go further than expected, and the depth of their shared experience is always reassuring. You can be sure that everything here is taken care of.

Yvonne excellently helped us with the sale of my Amsterdam apartment. Thanks to her professional guidance, it was sold in about three weeks! Highly recommended real estate agent!

We had a fantastic experience renting a house with Roos and 27Huis. Their communication was clear and professional and they responded quickly to all our questions. Every request we made as a client was handled promptly. Roos provided expert advice on all aspects of renting and assisted with property appraisals and maintenance arrangements. The agency delivered a comprehensive range of documents, ensuring transparency and attention to detail in all paperwork. I highly recommend their services!

We had a great experience and support during our entire search process with the team of 27 House. Heartfelt thanks to Anna and Roos, who made this process easier and smoother.

Buying a home through 27Huis turned out to be the smoothest and most pleasant process ever. I already knew that because Charles and the team were introduced to me by a good friend of mine who had bought a home with the help of this real estate agency. The reality was that it was better than I could have ever dared to dream. Anna and Charles welcomed me to the real estate office and were very attentive to my needs. They helped me by explaining every step of the process, which is enormously valuable for a foreigner who doesn't know the process in a new country. Anna always responded quickly, always gave her honest opinion, and had an excellent relationship with my financial advisor (who was also recommended by the real estate agency). Moreover, she put herself in the customer’s shoes and always found solutions because she was super proactive and helpful. I will recommend 27Huis and Anna to all my friends, colleagues, and myself if I ever bought a home again!

I collaborated with Roos and she was amazing: she gave us an idea of what was possible, the current prices, how we needed to prepare for the move as soon as we found a home, and coached us through the big and small details during our search for a home in the US. She was the point of contact for correspondence with potential landlords, conducted video viewings, and even returned multiple times to inventory the furniture and kitchen appliances so that we could better understand what we needed to pack and purchase once we arrived at the apartment. She helped us arrange utilities and really helped us out of a fruitless apartment search, where we were able to move in within about three weeks. We will definitely engage Roos and 27 Huis again; I recommend them to anyone who needs help with their home search in Amsterdam!

Roos was very helpful in finding a place and was very helpful during our stay and at check-out. I can wholeheartedly recommend her.

I would like to sincerely thank Roos and 27 Huis. Because I lived temporarily in Amsterdam, I was anxious about finding an apartment that would meet my expectations. Roos helped me during the viewings with determining what needed to be repaired and what should be included in the contract, documentation, and key handover. She also helped me with returning the keys and getting the deposit back. I can wholeheartedly recommend Roos!

Top service. The team takes the time to understand the customer's wishes and needs. I can wholeheartedly recommend the services of 27Huis.

I really enjoyed collaborating with Charles and Maurice, they truly did everything they could! The process is quite stressful, but we were well guided to ensure that everything went smoothly. A real recommendation if you want to buy something in Amsterdam :)

Pleasant personal contact, always ready to help with questions and respond quickly. The viewers' experience has also been very good.

Charles, Roos, and Mark are kind, informative, and have a great sense of humor. Because of their excellent service, we felt confident and comfortable even through the ups and downs of becoming first-time homeowners. Highly recommend!

We recently had the pleasure of working with Yvonne van Luijk at 27huis, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. As an expat, Yvonne went above and beyond—bringing in a reputable notary, arranging furnishings, and keeping us well-informed every step of the way. Thanks to her and the incredible support from Charles and the entire 27huis team, we achieved a sale price well above the asking price. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and local expertise made…

From the start Charles and Roos were excellent - knowledgeable and clear in their communication, pro-active and responsive through the search, and took the extra effort to help me with Netherlands specific buying processes I was unfamiliar with. Would choose them again and again!

Working with Roos at 27 Huis was a dream! She is so knowledgeable about Amsterdam and was incredibly helpful helping us navigate the ins-and-outs of renting here. She's responsive, smart, and above all, kind. Would recommend to anyone!

Roos from 27Huis was extremely helpful and professional in helping us find our apartment. She was easy to communicate with, fast, friendly and efficient. It was a huge relief knowing she was there to help us with all of our questions. We don't think we could have found our new home without her help. I'd highly recommend her and the company for others looking to find an apartment!

Everything went smoothly with 27 House. They have excellent customer service, great communication and transparent rates. As an expat, I felt exceptionally well taken care of by the team at 27 House.

We have had very positive experiences with Willem Schilder; he provided excellent advice and support with a good result, the purchase of a home that is excellently suited to us.

Very nice to work with Bart; expert, good advice and space and fitting with our own approach. Feeling like talking to someone genuinely interested, not a broker with smooth talk and all 💰💰 Many thanks! and sold well and quickly!

Last year we rented and sold our house through Sem Makelaars. Very nice team, they are really on top of things. They think along about everything, communication always went smoothly and you really get the feeling that your house is in good hands! Highly recommended!

Pleasant company, the company information is up to date. They are located at Linnaeus’ hof. Parking costs €5 per hour.

Super good and fast assistance for my new house by SEM Real Estate! Clearly discussed the possibilities and wishes in advance and then were able to bid purposefully on a few homes that really matched my search profile. I found my real estate agent very knowledgeable and strategic. She gave me the feeling from beginning to end that it would work out, investigated everything down to the details for properties that had good prospects and also protected me from overbidding. I am truly very happy with the choice of this real estate agent!

Nice, efficient and small brokerage team. They deploy their expertise flexibly within the team to achieve the best possible result.

Very good experience with SEM brokers. Expert team, easily accessible and very involved. They have a realistic view of the market, think along about everything and really ensure that you can sell your house well.

SEM Realty was well informed about the supply in the area and the current market. People with knowledge and experience. Very professional, but still very accessible.

We are incredibly happy with the entire sales process. The journey went smoothly and we could always turn to someone with questions. Bart is a true professional with extensive experience and a specialist in Amsterdam. He sold our house quickly; we recommend him to everyone!

My purchasing broker Willem Schilder is a nice guy with good contacts with other brokers. He gave a reasoned estimate of the house I left behind. The bidding advice he gave for my new home was quite high, but it's an idiotic market currently and I wanted it. I feel sympathetically advised, that’s the most important thing.

We have known SEM (Willem) for several years and they also helped us with the purchase of our current home. Willem and his team are skilled, fast and easy to talk to and exchange ideas with. Thank you Willem and team

Super good and fast assistance for my new house by SEM Real Estate! Discussed the possibilities and wishes clearly beforehand and then were able to bid purposefully on a few homes that really matched my search profile. I found my real estate agent very knowledgeable and strategic. She gave me the feeling from beginning to end that it would work out, researched everything down to the details for properties that had good prospects and also protected me from going too far with bids. I am truly very happy with …

Selling your home involves a lot. Fortunately, we had the guidance of SEM real estate agents, who guided and helped us with everything. Big thanks to Bart! He is very professional and very experienced. This has ensured that we are very happy with the sale and would definitely recommend Bart!

Well assisted with the purchase of our house in Weesp. Real estate agent with knowledge of the subject. Definitely recommended.

SEM are the ideal partner for a homebuyer, with a deep knowledge of the market and highly professional, pro-active staff to keep the process focussed. I was delighted by their attention to detail and personal attention to my case. Highly recommended.

Recently, Bart from SEM Real Estate sold our apartment. We are incredibly happy with the entire sales process. The journey went smoothly and we could always turn to him with questions. Bart is a true professional with extensive experience and a specialist in Amsterdam. He sold our house quickly; we recommend him to everyone!

As an expat, the thought of buying a home here in NL seemed like a utopia. The unprecedented level of demand and bidding culture in Amsterdam seemed daunting. But luckily I found Demi at SEM. From day one, Demi welcomed me to the SEM family and understood my requirements/preferences for the type of property. She advised on the areas I should be looking at based on my budget, and set up alerts to send me properties that fit the bill. Regarding viewings, Demi was brilliant and asked the right questions for me, clearly knowing her field inside and out. When it was time to bid, Demi advised what would be competitive, and was spot on with her valuations, where I came second on the first property I bid on, and then won the second one. Once I was successful, the help didn't stop, far from it. As I had no contacts in the industry, Demi introduced me to notaries and surveyors, organized meetings for me and explained what and why was needed. As a non-Dutch speaker, Demi was incredibly patient with me. She walked through contracts with me, checked dates and calculations to make sure everything was correct. Until the day I got the keys, she came to the signing session. It is no exaggeration to say that I would have been completely lost without Demi and SEM. The chance is absolutely nil that I’m sitting with my feet up in my own living room writing this. For all the expertise, quick responses, ice-cold negotiations and for guiding me through the process, step by step and day after day, thank you

Contact was soepel, correct, persoonlijk en snel. Dachten mee, behulpzaam en altijd bereid. Zeer tevreden.

Rustige en deskundige begeleiding. Veel ervaring in locale verkoop Je kunt altijd Iiormatitie inwinnen en ze staan je met raad en daad bij.

Het contact met de makelaar was vriendelijk, correct en zakelijk. Omdat nagenoeg alle afspraken via een bepaalde site verliepen is slechts enkele keren telefonisch overleg gevoerd.

Alles verliep super goed. Alles werd duidelijk uitgelegd. Een hele dikke 10 voor de makelaar en iedereen er omheen

Makelaar was goed bereikbaar, gaf helder advies, dacht echt mee, handelde snel en was heel prettig in het contact. Korte lijnen, alle vragen die we hadden werden snel en goed beantwoord.

Onze makelaar, Michel de Haan, heeft ons uitstekend geïnformeerd en geadviseerd tijdens de aankoop en verkoop. Zijn kennis was zeer waardevol bij de aankoop van ons nieuwe huis. Gezamenlijk de uiteindelijke verkoopprijs voor ons bestaande huis bepaald op basis van realistische bedragen. Veel lof voor zijn manier van werken en persoonlijke contacten. Verder heeft het gehele team van Steur ons uitstekend geholpen en op de hoogte gehouden van de bezichtigingen. Steur Makelaars, e…

Alles liep redelijk goed heeltevrede verkoop is goed gegaan en snel afgerond kan niet beter nogmaals heel tevreden

Heel blij met Steur Makelaars. Deskundig advies en tevens een goede begeleiding gedurende het gehele verkoopproces. Ik kan iedereen Steur Makelaars aanraden!

Heel betrokken bij het verloop van de verkoop , en prettig samen gewerkt . En bij ons is steur makelaars al decennia onze makelaar dat zegt genoeg .

Voor de tweede keer zijn we fantastisch begeleid door Steur Makelaars. Deskundig, betrokken, betrouwbaar en altijd bereikbaar voor vragen en advies. 👍

I am just very satisfied with Steur Makelaars and Michel de Haan in particular. Expert, calm, transparent and honest. Absolutely recommended if you are looking for a good real estate agent

Good information and nice salesmanship. Only no video seen of the property?! But we were certainly satisfied.

The real estate agent involved us very well in the preparation for the sale by explaining the local market well and how the property could be best presented.

Contact with the real estate agent was very good. They were easily accessible, even on weekends and evenings when we had questions. The brokerage fee is of course already fixed as a certain percentage of the sale price. The higher the yield, the higher the brokerage fee, plus the costs incurred by third parties (such as photography). This is already stated in the offer, so there is no misunderstanding about it. Furthermore, the result of the sale was above expectations, so all praise for the real estate agent.

From the beginning, the contact was good. They were clear and honest about everything. You can go to them for all questions. Steur real estate agent is definitely recommended.

Everything went smoothly and we received immediate answers to our questions. This applied both by phone or email

Pleasant experience with Steur real estate agents. Expert and accurate assistance led to a quick sale at a good price!

Philippe and Bruce van de Graaf & Groot Makelaars guided us in the purchase of our house. They immediately got off to a flying start after an introduction, offering excellent support and being very flexible. Thanks to this excellent service, we were able to buy our house within a few months. Definitely recommended if you want an involved and honest real estate agent!

The contact was pleasant. We received answers to the questions we asked. The agent was goal-oriented and communicated efficiently. However, a relatively expensive agent.

Excellent guidance from Bruce in both the purchase of my new home and the sale of my old home. Highly recommended!

De Graaf & Groot Makelaars is an excellent, very professional and genuinely involved real estate agent. I fully agree with all the other positive opinions: An absolute recommendation.

My experience with this real estate agent was disappointing. They attempted to sell the property without contacting me beforehand. During a court hearing, it was ultimately decided to remove this real estate agent from the sale. I found their attitude clearly biased, which resulted in me being disadvantageously treated and excluded in an unpleasant way. This seemed partly due to influence from a co-owner, whereby the real estate agent appeared to align with their interests in an opportunistic and easygoing manner. In my opinion, this behavior is in conflict with the rules of the NVM. I therefore cannot recommend this real estate agent.

Skilled and friendly.

Working with Philippe and Sarah from De Graaf & Groot Makelaars was a fantastic experience. They understood our neighbourhood well and knew how to effectively showcase the best aspects of our home during a sale. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. We couldn't have asked for better partners to sell our home and would gladly recommend and work with them again.

De Graaf en Groot helped me perfectly. They sent me a selection of apartments daily that met my wish list. Ultimately, they found the perfect apartment. We went to view it together. They guided me very well in making an offer and then provided perfect handling afterwards. They were always available. If it didn't work out by phone, I would receive a WhatsApp message or be called back later. An absolute recommendation.

Excellent guidance from Bruce van de Graaf and Groot Makelaars. Expert advice on pricing and preparing the house for sale.

They helped us through the entire complex process of buying a house. They took care of everything and relieved us of every form of stress. Always friendly and professional. Highly recommended

And then comes the day you're going to sell your house, something you don't do that often. Invited several real estate agents. Emilie and Eppo had done their homework, were prepared and ultimately more than delivered!!! Professional and businesslike as it should be in my opinion. Thanks again!

Although the sale of my house experienced some bumps in the road due to circumstances, it was brought to a good end thanks to the knowledge and decisiveness of De Graaf & Goot Makelaars. Everyone is happy and open to repeating this with a potential next move. Jan Ebbinge

We are very satisfied with De Graaf and Groot Makelaars. As an agency, they handle the process from beginning to end very carefully, professionally and adequately. Philippe advised and assisted us excellently in this regard. Sharp and decisive, he acts based on a dose of experience.

Philippe and his team have supported us through three transactions over the past twelve years. Each time, they’ve been consistently professional, dependable, and insightful. Philippe is honest and hardworking, always prepared with well-researched advice and thoughtful counsel. His diligence and integrity have been instrumental in helping us make informed decisions with confidence.

We were guided through our purchase by Philippe. Absolutely top-notch. They really know the market inside and out, having a large network due to their long experience in AMS to strike successfully at the right moment. What I also greatly appreciated is that Philippe is extremely critical of every property we viewed, without any push to buy and do business quickly; on the contrary, they had all the patience with us during the many viewings we requested. Last but not le...

Very professional office, knows what's happening in the market and is therefore right in the middle of it. Above all, always easily accessible!