Student dorm legislation: the most frequently asked questions
What is the maximum deposit and rent for a student room in Flanders? What should I do in the event of damage? Discover here the answers to all the frequently asked questions about student accommodation legislation. Contents Student dorm legislation: FAQ before renting Should the student contract be registered? Is it mandatory to prepare a […]
Lease with purchase option according to legislation
After all, buying a house or apartment is expensive and getting more and more expensive. Did you know that you can also rent properties with guaranteed purchase promise? This is called: renting with purchase option. What does it entail? What does the legislation say? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Read it here. 1. What […]
Cohousing vs. Coliving: What are the differences?
Cohousing and coliving are popular forms of housing in Flanders. Both concepts are similar to each other. What are the differences between cohousing and coliving? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both? You can read it here! Contents What is cohousing? Advantages of cohousing Disadvantages of cohousing What is coliving? Advantages of cohousing Disadvantages […]
The ultimate student dorm checklist: What should you bring?
Yes, you’re going to college! But what should you bring? Check it out in this ultimate student room checklist so you don’t forget anything. Contents Basic documents For your bedroom For your bathroom For your kitchen For your cleaning Miscellaneous The ultimate student dorm checklist: What should you bring? Here you will find all […]
Register lease in 4 steps according to legislation
Register rental contract because you are about to rent or let a property? Whether this is a house or apartment, in both cases you need to draw up and register a contract. Such a lease must be in line with the 2024 rental law. Thanks to our step-by-step plan, you won’t overlook anything! Contents Draw […]
Cohousing, how do I get started?
So more and more singles and families are making the switch to cohousing. But how do you get started? This article will help you get started. 1. What is cohousing? No idea what cohousing stands for? Very simple, you will live with other people in a house or apartment and share expenses. Your roommates are […]
Solar panels on apartment buildings according to legislation
What does the legislation say about solar panels on apartment buildings? What are the options? What are the conditions? Where may you install them? Who should pay for them? Contents How do solar panels work? Legislation on solar panels on apartment buildings Opportunities for apartment buildings Are solar panels still a good choice? How […]
Save money as a dorm student: all the tips
Everything is getting more expensive. Especially as a student, it’s hard to cut costs. Save money as a coed student thanks to these tips. Save money as a coed student: contents Renting your student room Your food Your transportation During your studies Your free time Your finances Other 1. Renting your student room Consider […]
Home insurance: what damage does it cover?
When you own or rent a home in Flanders, it is very important to be properly insured. Home insurance protects you against various risks, including fire and water damage. In this article, we give an overview of the cost of such insurance and what damage it covers. What damages does home insurance cover? Home insurance […]
Homestamp: place description via blockchain
Renting or letting real estate? Then you are required to create a property description. Thanks to the mobile app Homestamp (from Immoweb), you can create a professional property description yourself via Blockchain. What is Homestamp? The Homestamp mobile application allows you to create detailed place descriptions completely by yourself. Thanks to it, the process of […]
Last minute student room search: Tips for late deciders
Are you looking next to a last minute student room? Don’t panic! With these tips, you can help yourself to still find a suitable student room. Last minute student room search: Tips for late deciders 1. Use all available channels Find a last minute student room by using all available channels: Introductory days. Local brokers. […]
All student districts in Antwerp
Going to Antwerp soon? An important choice is in which neighborhood you want to live. Find all student neighborhoods in Antwerp here! Contents All student districts in Antwerp The Little Island The North The Skippers’ Quarter The University Neighborhood The Theater Neighborhood The South The Middelheim All student districts in Antwerp The Little Island […]
Cheap housing options in 2024
Buying and renting a home is increasingly expensive. What are the cheap housing options in the year 2024? Here are 4 options for cheap living. Cheap housing options in 2024 An overview of low-cost housing options in this article: Hamster Rentals Anti-squatting living Home sharing Renting a room Hamster Rentals Hamster renting is a […]
Viewing student digs: checklist
Looking for student accommodation? Find out here what to look for before and during the viewing of a student room! What to look out for before viewing student digs? Before you go to a student dorm viewing, consider the factors below. Location How far is the city center? How far is the dorm from campus? […]
Antwerp new website and renovation markets: antwerpenrenoveert.be
All homes in Flanders must have an EPC label A by 2050. This is the renovation obligation. But how do you do it? City of Antwerp is organizing 12 renovation markets from April 20 to May 30 for its residents. Antwerp residents can ask all their renovation questions to advisors. At the same time, they […]
Registering for social housing: complete guide to quick housing offers
Urgently need social housing? Discover the crucial steps for registering for a social house or apartment in Flanders, Belgium. Read the latest tips here and shorten your waiting time. Contents Register online as a prospective tenant to rent social housing through the Central Registration Register (CIR). You will be able to create, access and update […]
Prevent eviction: your rights and options
Did you know that a landlord cannot just evict you? Only a court of competent jurisdiction can order eviction, especially if you’re having trouble paying rent or other expenses. Find out here how, with the right steps and support, you can prevent an eviction and what to do if it does happen. What is not […]
Tenant eviction: procedure and tips
Evicting your tenant cannot be done lightly. You must follow this procedure to ensure the eviction is done correctly. Contents What is tenant eviction? The role of the CPAS The course of eviction in Flanders What if you are evicted as a tenant? 1. What is tenant eviction? With eviction, the landlord mandatorily evicts […]