Buying a house in Assen? | Boekholt & partners – Experienced purchasing agent

Our purchasing agents in Assen

Assen is a popular place to live, and that doesn't always make it easy to find the house of your dreams. By hiring a purchasing agent, you increase your chances of success - and your offer will be taken seriously more quickly. The purchasing agents of Boekholt & partners know the market in Assen inside and out and know exactly where the opportunities lie. Together with you, we develop a smart purchasing strategy, so that you can be sure that you are not paying too much. Thanks to our collaboration with an independent financial advisor, you also know immediately whether the monthly payments are feasible.

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Buying a home in Assen is an investment for the future. But you want to make a sensible purchase. Where is it good to live? Is a house worth the asking price? How much room for negotiation is there? We can help you with all these questions. Our purchasing agents will work with you to create a well-considered strategy, so that you can be sure that you can bid with confidence – and never pay too much.

When buying your home in Assen, we will guide and relieve you from A to Z. From the first viewing to the transfer at the notary - and even afterwards. We thoroughly investigate possible legal pitfalls and identify construction risks. If in doubt, we will have the home inspected extensively. This will reduce the chance of financial setbacks afterwards. The Boekholt & partners purchase method pays for itself.

Want to buy a house in Assen? We do your first viewing for free.

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The appointment is completely free. We will usually contact you within 24 hours to schedule an appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I hire a purchasing agent?

Hiring a purchasing agent offers you great advantages when buying a home. Our agents are active on the housing market in Assen every day and know exactly what a realistic price is for a house, so that you avoid paying too much. In addition, we take over the negotiations for you - and that is often more complex than you think. An experienced purchasing agent can often achieve a lower purchase price, which immediately saves you money. In addition, we guide you throughout the entire process: from searching for and viewing homes to assessing legal documents and monitoring all important deadlines. By choosing a purchasing agent from Boekholt & partners, you choose peace of mind, certainty and a professional partner who puts your interests first.

What does buyer's costs (k.k.) entail?

Buyer's costs (k.k.) means that you as the buyer are responsible for the additional costs of transferring the property. This includes transfer tax - usually 2% of the purchase price if you are going to live in the property yourself - and the notary costs for drawing up the title deed and registering it with the Land Registry. The costs for the mortgage deed and registering your mortgage are also at your expense. These costs are in addition to the purchase price and usually amount to several thousand euros. Please note: estate agent costs are not included in k.k. - the seller pays the sales agent, and if you use a purchasing agent, you pay those costs yourself.

Is a verbal agreement binding when buying a house?

No, in the Netherlands an oral agreement for the purchase of a home is not legally binding. The purchase is only final once all agreements have been recorded in writing in a deed of sale and signed by both buyer and seller. An agreement via e-mail or telephone is therefore not binding either. Until the moment of signing, both parties can still change their minds and withdraw from the deal without consequences. Only after signing the purchase contract are the agreements legally valid and both parties are obliged to adhere to them.

What is the legal cooling-off period when buying a house?

As a private buyer, you are entitled to a statutory cooling-off period of at least three days after signing the purchase agreement. This cooling-off period commences on the day after you have received a copy of the purchase agreement signed by both parties, and ends at midnight on the third day. During this period, you may cancel the purchase without giving any reason. This gives you time to think about it calmly, seek advice or reconsider. Please note: after the cooling-off period has expired, you are legally bound to the purchase, unless you can make use of resolutive conditions, such as a financing reservation.

If I offer the asking price, does the seller have to sell the property to me?

No, even if you offer the asking price, the seller is not obliged to sell the house to you. Legally, the asking price is only an invitation to make an offer, and not a binding offer. The seller retains the right to accept or reject your offer or to make a counteroffer. A binding agreement only comes into existence when the buyer and seller agree on the terms and conditions and these agreements are recorded in writing in a signed deed of sale.

When am I negotiating a home?

You are only officially in negotiations with the seller once they respond positively to your offer. This is the case when the seller makes a counteroffer or when it is explicitly stated that you are in negotiations. If the broker only reports that your offer is being passed on to the seller, this does not mean that there is any negotiation. The initiative lies with the seller; you cannot force yourself to enter into negotiations. The negotiation process only begins when there is a clear mutual response.

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