Vastgoedbemiddeling

Vastgoedbemiddeling is the professional service that mediates the buying, selling or renting of real estate properties. A vastgoedbemiddelaar acts on behalf of clients—often one party at a time—as an intermediary to bring together buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants under binding agreements. The service can be provided for both residential and commercial properties.

Core activities include: property valuation and market analysis; marketing and listing properties; organizing and conducting viewings; screening and advising on offers; negotiating terms; drafting or coordinating purchase agreements and tenancy contracts; ensuring compliance with applicable laws; coordinating with notaries, mortgage advisers and surveyors; and guiding clients through the transfer or lease process.

Types of brokers: selling agent (verkoopmakelaar) works for the seller; buying agent (aankoopmakelaar) works for the buyer; some brokers offer both. In rental markets, landlords and tenants are matched and contracts are prepared; there are also property management services.

Regulation and ethics: brokers typically operate under codes of conduct set by professional associations such as NVM or VastgoedPRO; they may be registered or licensed; they owe fiduciary duties; disclosure and transparency obligations apply; tax and transfer procedures are handled by a notary for property transfers in the Netherlands.

Fees: compensation is usually a commission, often a percentage of the transaction value, paid by the seller in sale transactions; for purchase brokerage or rental services, fees may be paid by the buyer or tenant or by the landlord depending on the agreement.

Technology and market structure: uses property portals, databases, and CRM; increasing use of digital tools.