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Articles Posted on 30 Dec

Adjustment of rates as of January 1, 2026

We'd like to inform you of an important change to our services. Effective January 1, 2026, we will be adjusting the rates for several services. For some services, the rates will be increased, for others, they will be decreased, and for others, the rates will remain unchanged.

Articles Posted on 29 Dec

Inheritances are not a law of nature - the government can intervene and thus make the housing market fairer

All the wealth that baby boomers saved over the years will end up in the hands of a generation that already has a foot in the door in the housing market.

Videos Posted on 24 Dec

Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year

Wishing you joy, success, and wonderful new adventures in the year ahead, filled with love, laughter, grace and fulfilled dreams.

May your year be bright with fresh opportunities, good health, and cherished memories, as you embrace new beginnings and positive changes.

Articles Posted on 15 Dec

Opening hours during the holidays

We will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, December 25th and 26th, 2025. We will be open again on Monday, December 29th, 2025.

On Tuesday, December 31, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., we will pass the last act of this year, and then we will quickly go home and bake some oliebollen for family, friends, and neighbors.

We will be closed on New Year's Day and Friday, January 2, 2026. We will be happy to serve you again in the new year starting January 5, 2026.

Events Posted on 11 Dec

Free inheritance law information meeting on January 20, 2026

Come to the inheritance law information meeting hosted by MAES civil-law notaries on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. You'll receive free tips & tricks to help keep your assets (such as home equity) within the family and prevent them from disappearing unnecessarily into the national treasury.

Beware. There are "fake notaries" operating in the region. They are commercially driven salespeople, like door-to-door salespeople, who cleverly try to foist useless wills and other products on often vulnerable consumers in rented rooms and at people's homes. Stay away from them. Such individuals, often not always honest, are unskilled, not subject to disciplinary law, and not subject to the strict professional and behavioral rules that apply to (real) notaries.

Articles Posted on 03 Dec

Four Pitfalls in Market Analysis, Recording & Investments and How to Avoid Them

A letter from MAES Notarissen appeared on Vastgoedjournaal about four common pitfalls in market analysis, listing, and investments. The article explains which risks are often underestimated and how to cleverly avoid them. A must-read for anyone who wants to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Articles Posted on 30 Nov

Who will run your business if you suddenly become incapacitated? Appoint a trustee in your living will.

As an entrepreneur, you make important decisions for your business every day. But what happens to your company if you are temporarily or permanently unable to manage your affairs due to illness or an accident? It's wise to formally appoint someone to ensure business continuity in that case.

Articles Posted on 26 Nov

Student housing requires legal courage

The Dutch student housing market is creaking: while the student housing shortage is increasing, existing student houses are disappearing due to regulations and administrative reluctance. News site Advocatie published an opinion piece by our notary Geert Janssen exploring how current law does offer opportunities to alleviate the pressure.

Articles Posted on 05 Nov

Lower transfer tax on holiday homes from 2026

When purchasing real estate, such as a house, office building, or pastureland, transfer tax is due. The transfer tax due is calculated based on the property's value multiplied by the tax rate applicable to the transaction. As of 2026, the two transfer tax rates (2% and 10.4%) will be supplemented with a new 8% rate specifically for investment properties.

Articles Posted on 04 Nov

New mixes in retail real estate

The Dutch retail real estate market is rapidly evolving. While shopping streets have struggled with vacancies and declining investments in recent years, new opportunities are now emerging. From mixed-use developments to sustainability improvements, retail properties are increasingly transforming into vibrant spaces where living, working, and shopping converge.

In a recent article on Vastgoedjournaal, Geert Janssen, a civil-law notary at MAES Notarissen, discusses these developments and the legal opportunities they present. Because anyone who wants to create value in this changing market must operate not only strategically but also with legal acumen.

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Articles - Posted on 19-10-25

Beware of excessive attendance requirements for association statute amendments; what now?

An association's articles of association contain the rules that members must adhere to. The notary records the articles of association upon the association's incorporation and can later amend them by notarial deed. Amending the articles of association after incorporation may be desirable to steer an association in a different direction. In some cases, for example, when the association is part of an umbrella organization, the association may be required to amend the articles of association. This amendment must also take place before a specific date. A common problem in this situation is that membership attendance is too low, making it impossible to amend the articles of association.

Articles - Posted on 17-10-25

Marketing creates distinction

Geert Janssen contributed to the "Marketer" series on marketingtribune.nl. In it, he discusses the marketing strategies of MAES civil-law notaries and how the firm distinguishes itself within a traditional field by consciously investing in visibility, innovation, and client focus.

Articles - Posted on 03-10-25

Healthcare real estate between healthcare pressure and housing shortage

Healthcare real estate forms the physical backbone of long-term care in the Netherlands: residential care complexes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, shelters, supportive care homes, and primary care centers fall under this broad domain. Vastgoedjournaal describes healthcare real estate as a category with attractive fundamentals, but also with inherent risks: fluctuations in value, operating constraints, and regulations that don't always adapt to healthcare needs or demographics.

Articles - Posted on 27-09-25

Avoid financial surprises when living together unmarried

Buying a house together is exciting, but without proper agreements, it's also risky. What if one of you puts down more than the other? Many couples live together without a cohabitation agreement and don't consider the financial implications. Clear agreements provide peace of mind and prevent (financial) uncertainty if the relationship changes.

Blogs - Posted on 26-09-25

Don't call us

We have something to celebrate with our ever-hardworking dream team and we will do that on Friday afternoon, September 26th, from 1:00 PM.

Unlike what you're used to, we're closed this Friday afternoon and will not be available by phone. Feel free to leave a message or email the practitioner, and they will respond after the weekend.

In case of emergency, please send a text message or call us on the emergency number: 06 22 98 78 92.

We wish you a good weekend!

Articles - Posted on 25-09-25

Disruptive innovation in consulting

In an interview from the University of Amsterdam's Scientific Research Foundation for Commercial Communication, our notary Geert Janssen translates the theory of the disruptive innovation model into practice.

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