# homeup > homeup is a Dutch housing platform focused on making the housing market accessible and fair for first-time buyers (starters). The platform offers exclusive starter houses at fixed prices (no overbidding), buying agent services, free selling agent services, rental listings, and a unique mortgage certificate that gives buyers pre-approved financing. ## Company Overview homeup was founded to address the challenges first-time house buyers face in the Netherlands — high prices, overbidding, and a lack of transparency. The platform takes a different approach by actively sourcing houses and offering them at fixed prices based on independent appraisals, giving priority to first-time buyers. homeup operates primarily in the Randstad and North Holland region, serving cities including Amsterdam, Haarlem, Zaandam, Amstelveen, Utrecht, Almere, Hilversum, Alkmaar, and Amersfoort. The company advocates for a fairer housing market and campaigns for mandatory structural inspections before sales and more starter housing availability. ## Services for Buyers ### Buying a House - [Buy Your First House](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen): Overview of the buying process — from search profile to key handover, with fixed prices and priority for starters - [Mortgage Certificate](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen/hypotheekcertificaat): Pre-approved mortgage certificate that lets buyers bid without financing reservations, increasing offer strength - [Search Service](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen/zoekservice): Personalized house search — share your wishes and receive exclusive property matches via WhatsApp or email - [Viewings](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen/bezichtigingen): Guided viewing process with personal explanation of homeup's unique viewing procedure - [Negotiations](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen/onderhandelingen): Professional negotiation support to help first-time buyers secure the best deal - [Valuation for Buyers](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-kopen/taxatie): Arranging independent valuation reports within 72 hours for house purchases ### Starter House Listings - [All Starter Houses](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen): Browse exclusive starter houses not listed on Funda or other platforms, all at fixed prices - [Starter Houses Amsterdam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/amsterdam): Starter houses for sale in Amsterdam - [Starter Houses Haarlem](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/haarlem): Starter houses for sale in Haarlem - [Starter Houses Zaandam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/zaandam): Starter Houses for sale in Zaandam - [Starter Houses Amstelveen](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/amstelveen): Starter houses for sale in Amstelveen - [Starter Houses Utrecht](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/utrecht): Starter houses for sale in Utrecht - [Starter Houses Almere](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/almere): Starter houses for sale in Almere - [Starter Houses Hilversum](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/hilversum): Starter houses for sale in Hilversum - [Starter Houses Alkmaar](https://www.homeup.nl/en/starterswoningen/alkmaar): Starter houses for sale in Alkmaar ## Services for Sellers ### Selling a House - [Sell Your House for Free](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen): Free selling service — brokerage costs shifted to the buyer, with fixed appraisal-based pricing and financially screened buyers - [Appraisal Reports for Sellers](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/taxatie): Independent appraisal reports within 72 hours for €750–€850 incl. VAT to determine a fair fixed selling price - [Measurement Reports & Floor Plans](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/inmeten): NEN 2580-compliant measurement reports and floor plans for €150 incl. VAT - [Energy Label Determination](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/energielabel-bepaling): Professional energy label assessment to determine your house's energy efficiency rating - [Marketing](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/marketing): Professional photography, videos, and marketing strategy to attract the right buyers - [Purchase Contract Drafting](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/opstellen-koopcontract): Professional drafting of purchase contracts that protect seller interests - [Legal Advice](https://www.homeup.nl/en/woning-verkopen/juridisch-advies): Expert legal guidance throughout the house selling process ## Real Estate Agent Services ### Buying Agent (Aankoopmakelaar) - [Buying Agent Overview](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop): Buying agent service for starters — fixed fee, no cure no pay, includes priority access to exclusive listings - [Buying Agent Amsterdam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/amsterdam): Buying agent services in Amsterdam, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Haarlem](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/haarlem): Buying agent services in Haarlem, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Zaandam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/zaandam): Buying agent services in the Zaan region, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Amstelveen](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/amstelveen): Buying agent services in Amstelveen, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Utrecht](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/utrecht): Buying agent services in Utrecht, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Almere](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/almere): Buying agent services in Almere, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Hilversum](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/hilversum): Buying agent services in Hilversum, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Alkmaar](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/alkmaar): Buying agent services in Alkmaar, fixed fee €2,999 - [Buying Agent Amersfoort](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/aankoop/amersfoort): Buying agent services in Amersfoort, fixed fee €2,999 ### Selling Agent (Verkoopmakelaar) - [Selling Agent Overview](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop): Free selling agent — no costs for sellers, fixed price based on appraisal, financially screened buyers - [Selling Agent Amsterdam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/amsterdam): Free selling agent services in Amsterdam - [Selling Agent Haarlem](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/haarlem): Free selling agent services in Haarlem - [Selling Agent Zaandam](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/zaandam): Free selling agent services in Zaandam - [Selling Agent Amstelveen](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/amstelveen): Free selling agent services in Amstelveen - [Selling Agent Utrecht](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/utrecht): Free selling agent services in Utrecht - [Selling Agent Almere](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/almere): Free selling agent services in Almere - [Selling Agent Hilversum](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/hilversum): Free selling agent services in Hilversum - [Selling Agent Alkmaar](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/alkmaar): Free selling agent services in Alkmaar - [Selling Agent Amersfoort](https://www.homeup.nl/en/makelaar/verkoop/amersfoort): Free selling agent services in Amersfoort ## For Property Providers - [Private Sellers](https://www.homeup.nl/en/voor-aanbieders/particulier): Free, quick house selling service for private houseowners with appraisal-based pricing and screened buyers - [Housing Corporations](https://www.homeup.nl/en/voor-aanbieders/woningcorporatie): Partnership services for housing associations selling to local first-time buyers — free service, fixed pricing, full sales process management ## Knowledge Base - [Knowledge Base](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank): Tips, insights, and expert advice on buying and selling Houses - [Buying Tips](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/woning-kopen): Guides and articles about the house buying process for starters - [Selling Tips](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/woning-verkopen): Practical tips and information about the house selling process - [Real Estate Agent Info](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/makelaar): Information about buying and selling agents, costs, and when to use one - [Building Inspection](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/bouwtechnische-keuring): What a building inspection entails, costs (€450 incl. VAT), and why it matters when buying - [Energy Label](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/energielabel): Everything about energy labels — what they mean, ratings from A++++ to G, and how they affect house value - [Ground Lease (Erfpacht)](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/erfpacht): Detailed information about ground lease rights, canon fees, and implications for houseowners - [WOZ Value](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/woz-waarde): Understanding the WOZ value — what it is, how it's determined, and how to look it up - [Legal Matters](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/juridische-zaken): Legal aspects of buying/selling including notary role, transfer tax, resolutive conditions, and VvE - [Sustainability](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/duurzaamheid): Guides on sustainable living — insulation, solar panels, heat pumps, energy efficiency, and subsidies - [Housing Market News](https://www.homeup.nl/en/kennisbank/nieuws-en-ontwikkelingen): Latest news, market analyses, trends, and developments in the Dutch housing market ## About & Contact - [About Us](https://www.homeup.nl/en/over-ons): homeup's mission to make the housing market fairer and more accessible, including their petition for more starter housing - [Contact](https://www.homeup.nl/en/contact): Contact form and information for buying, selling, renting, and letting inquiries - [General Terms and Conditions](https://www.homeup.nl/en/algemene-voorwaarden): Legal terms of service for the homeup platform - [Cookie Policy](https://www.homeup.nl/en/cookies): Information about cookie usage and privacy settings ## Contact Information - Email: info@homeup.nl - Phone: 020 341 6587 / +31 (0)6 16 60 30 35 (WhatsApp) - Website: https://www.homeup.nl - LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/company/homeupbv