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Applying for an Urgency Declaration for Housing in Amsterdam

How do you apply for an urgency declaration in Amsterdam? Discover local criteria, the procedure via the Housing Desk, and tips for priority on social rental housing. (28 words)

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Permissible and Prohibited Service Charge Items in Amsterdam

Which service charges are permitted in Amsterdam? Learn the difference between legitimate items such as lift maintenance in Zuidas flats and prohibited profit mark-ups. Protect yourself against unjustified charges in the Amsterdam rental market.

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Service Costs in Amsterdam VvE Complexes

Service costs in Amsterdam VvEs: how do they work via the association? Discover your rights to inspection, protection against extra levies and local tips for Jordaan or Oost. (28 words)

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Termination of Joint Tenancy in Amsterdam: Rules and Procedures

Discover how to correctly terminate joint tenancy in Amsterdam: termination procedures with housing associations such as Ymere or Rochdale, the role of the district court, and tips for disputes in the city. Learn your rights regarding termination in the capital.

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Rent Increase Service Costs in Amsterdam: Rules and Objection

May rent increases in Amsterdam disproportionately raise service costs? Learn local rules, objection at the Rent Tribunal and protect yourself against excesses in the housing market. (24 words)

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Procedure to Challenge the Nullity of a Lease Clause in Amsterdam

From notice of default to Rent Tribunal or Amsterdam district court: learn the steps to challenge null and void clauses in the city and claim your tenancy rights. (28 words)

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Probationary Period in Temporary Employment Contracts in Amsterdam

Temporary contracts in Amsterdam: probationary period max. 1-2 months, otherwise void. Crucial for temp work in Zuidas and port; check Collective Labour Agreement for Temporary Employment and claim at the sub-district court Prinsengracht.

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Non-compete clause during and after probationary period in Amsterdam

Non-compete clause with invalid probationary period in Amsterdam often invalid. Strict test by the Amsterdam District Court; annulled in cases of abuse in startups. Decouple from probationary period.

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Joint Tenancy in Cohabitation or Partnership in Amsterdam

Joint tenancy for partners in Amsterdam: automatic rules for cohabitation, application with local landlords, and protection in case of relationship breakdown. Practical guide for Amsterdammers.

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Housing Swap Scheme for Social Housing Tenants in Amsterdam

Housing swap in Amsterdam: legally exchanging social rental housing? Criteria, procedure via Ymere/De Key and success stories in Bijlmer/Noord. (18 words)

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Temporary Housing Contracts Rules Amsterdam

Rules for temporary social rental contracts in Amsterdam: duration, permits via Housing Regulation and tenants' rights at a glance. (15 words)

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Consequences of a Void Probationary Period for Dismissal Protection in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, a void probationary period results in full dismissal protection. Dismissal requires a UWV permit or subdistrict court proceedings via the Amsterdam District Court. Employers risk high compensation payments.

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