What is Home Finding?

In the Netherlands, there are two types of rental agents. The verhuurmakelaar works for the landlord, while the aanhuurmakelaar (home finding agent) works for the tenant.

Home finding — or aanhuur — means hiring a professional to search for rental properties on your behalf. Your agent actively monitors the market, contacts landlords, arranges viewings, and negotiates terms — all with your interests as the priority.

This service is especially valuable in competitive markets like Amsterdam, where good properties are rented within days and understanding local practices gives you a significant advantage.

A home finding agent represents your interests exclusively. Unlike the landlord's agent, we search, negotiate, and advocate on your behalf.

Since the landlord's agent is paid to serve the landlord's interests, it makes sense for tenants — especially those new to the market — to have their own representation.

Home finding is particularly valuable when:

• You're new to the Netherlands and don't know the market
• You don't speak Dutch and need someone to communicate with landlords
• You're searching from abroad and can't attend viewings easily
• You're in a competitive market where speed and connections matter
• You want professional contract review before committing
• You simply don't have time to manage the search yourself