Renting out your home in 2026 is still perfectly possible — but you're dealing with more rules than a few years ago. Think of the Affordable Rent Act (Wet betaalbare huur), the points system and the Good Landlordship Act (Wet goed verhuurderschap). In this guide we line up the essentials, so you rent out the right way.
Which rules apply to landlords?
The Good Landlordship Act sets requirements for how you rent out: a written rental agreement, clear information for your tenant, a capped deposit and no discrimination or intimidation during selection. In some municipalities you also need a rental permit. The rules change regularly — this guide isn't legal advice, so always get up-to-date advice for your situation.
What does the Affordable Rent Act mean for your rent?
Since the Affordable Rent Act, the points system has been extended to mid-market rentals. Whether your home falls in the free sector — meaning you set the rent yourself — depends on the number of points: floor area, WOZ value and energy label all count. We're happy to run the numbers for you, so you know exactly what you can and may ask.
What does renting out cost — and what does it bring in?
Our fee is one month's rent, and only when there's a successful match. Also budget for maintenance, insurance and tax — the tax rules for rented property change regularly, so ask your tax adviser about those.
The biggest pitfalls
A rent that's too high (or too low), a tenant who wasn't screened, a contract that isn't watertight and regulations that were ignored — those are the classics. All preventable with proper preparation. We screen thoroughly, draw up the right contract and make sure the financial picture adds up. In black and white.
Rent out your home without the hassle?
We'll tell you what's possible for your home, free of obligation — including honest rental price advice. No match? Then you pay nothing.
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