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Debt Assistance for Housing Cost Debts in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, municipal debt assistance helps with housing cost debts through budget plans, debt restructuring, and prevention of eviction. Discover local programs and protections.

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Debt Assistance for Housing Cost Debts in Amsterdam

Problems with rent or mortgage in Amsterdam? Municipal debt assistance (SHV) offers free support for those on minimum income with housing cost debts, tailored to the high housing prices in the city.

Options in Amsterdam

  • Minimal trajectory: Personal budget advice via the Amsterdam Poverty Team and temporary collection stop.
  • Wsnp: Three-year statutory debt restructuring with a clean slate at the end.
  • Extra in Amsterdam: Special housing costs fund for tenants in arrears and conditions such as commitment to a payment plan.

Start your trajectory via the Debt Assistance Service Point in your district, such as Centrum, Oost or Zuid. Prevent eviction with urgent municipal assistance. Combine with exceptional assistance or the Amsterdam minimum policy. Success rate is high with active cooperation. During the trajectory, you enjoy legal protection against bailiffs and landlords. Contact via 020-254 8888 or the website of the municipality of Amsterdam. (212 words)