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House Search Agency for Expats in the Netherlands

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Our specialty? Making expats feel at home, even before they arrive.

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Tailored services, expert knowledge, and a friendly approach. We make your move to or in the Netherlands a positive experience, no matter where you are.

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ompanies

We provide exceptional relocation services for your valuable employees. With our personalized approach, we save your company time, money, and stress, ensuring a positive experience for your expatriate employees.

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Kind words from our previous clients

Kobi

"Great Expatation immediately made a fantastic impression on us, patiently explaining everything we needed to know with a big smile".

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Lucia

"After I explained my situation and we went through my requirements, Great Expatation was able to find my new studio within a few days and 2 inspections only."

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Naaman

" I struggled to find a suitable place for more than two months. However, when I got in contact with Great Expatation; they assured me that they would deliver, which may seem too good to be true considering the property market of Amsterdam".

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Toufic

"Great Expatation took the reins of the situation very rapidly : they provided a wide range of listings, booked the appointments for the shortlisted options and accompanied me during the visits".

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Mette

"If I didn't have Great Expatation’s help, I'm sure the rental agency never would have considered me as a tenant”.

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Vianney

“Great Expatation were incredibly helpful, diligent, assertive, and efficient in helping me find a home that met all my requirements. And everything within 2 weeks of hiring her!”

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Stephan

“Great Expatation were super helpful in all aspects, extremely organized and efficient in organizing viewings as well as finding listings that suit your needs”

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Athanasios

“I know this is sounding like an infomercial, but there was absolutely nothing negative about our experience with Great Expatation. Highly recommended!”

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Sophia

“Great Expatation got me a house, a home and I will be eternally grateful to her. I highly recommend her to everyone. They is just the best!”

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Ibs

“If like me you are short on time and not fully aware of where to find the best places to live then you need Great Expatation and in particular their services. Truly a 5-star service. Just what people moving to a new country need. Thanks!”

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Jimena

“Great Expatation helped us find our apartment in Amsterdam, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their support. Great Expatation was incredibly kind, professional, and truly committed to helping us every step of the way.”

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Jack

“Thanks to Great Expatation, we were able to secure our dream apartment, by bidding the correct amount for a home, but importantly, not overbidding. Wendy kept us grounded in reality, ensuring we stayed true to ourselves and not get carried away with fantasies.”

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Lisa

“Great Expatation is the absolute best! We had a great experience working with her. She was incredibly professional and efficient, and she found us an amazing apartment in a very short time.”

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The stress-free path to your new home… With a personal touch

We believe that finding the right home for your new adventure in the Netherlands should be the least of your worries. We make sure you can settle in with ease and comfort while we provide exceptional care to cover all your needs during your moving process. This way you can keep your mind on work and family during your big transition. Your experience is always the most important thing to us.

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With years of experience in the Dutch housing market, we know how competitive finding the right home can be. Great Expatation helps expats and internationals find rental and purchase properties throughout the Netherlands. Through our strong network of agents and property owners, we can often access opportunities quickly and help you act fast when the right home becomes available.

Our personal house search service supports you throughout the entire process — from finding suitable properties and arranging viewings to preparing offers, reviewing contracts and guiding you through to the keys. Searching from abroad? We also offer remote house searches, including video viewings and local representation in the Netherlands.

Our ethos is to keep it personal, keep it simple and most of all: to make it a success. Our bespoke services support expats, internationals, families and companies relocating to the Netherlands. We offer a tailored service to each of our clients, while always maintaining a personal approach.

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Keep your focus on your daily life and work, as usual. We will focus on all the essential tasks, so the transition will be a joyful experience alltogether.

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We provide a unique personal assistance to start your great new Dutch life. Let us personally help you to take part in your transition worry-free.

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About us

Personalized approach to relocation services

Great Expatation differentiates itself from the rest by offering a personalized approach to relocation services.

We understand that moving to a new country can be a daunting task, which is why we take our clients by the hand and guide them every step of the way. We don't just offer a one-size-fits-all solution; we take the time to get to know our clients and tailor our services to their specific needs. Our team of experts has years of experience in the industry and are dedicated to ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition to a new home. At Great Expatation, we prioritize our clients' satisfaction and make their happiness our top priority.

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