If you are renting a home or room in Utrecht, chances are that you are paying too much rent. The maximum rental price (excl. service costs) for a house or room is determined by a points system. There are two different points systems: one for private homes and one for room rentals. If we determine that your rent is too high, you are entitled to a rent reduction.
The demand exceeds the supply in the Utrecht housing market. This means that many landlords increase their rental prices. A common misunderstanding is that tenants are unable to influence this. There are legal guidelines for determining the amount of rent charges and the landlord is required to honour these guidelines.
In some situations, it is also possible to retroactively reduce the rent charged starting with the initial starting date of your rental agreement. The excess rent that you have paid must then be reimbursed to you. Click here for more information regarding a reduction in your rental price.
Even if the overpriced rent is included in your rental agreement, it is still possible to reduce the rental price. Huurteam Utrecht can assist you with such matters.
Your rental price may not include the service costs; this is often referred to as an all-in price and includes things such as heating and carpeting in addition to the rent. These extra costs must be recorded individually in your rental agreement and charged separately. The Huurteam can arrange a separation of costs. For more information regarding service costs, see the frequently asked questions.
Huurteam Utrecht will help you to reduce your rent and receive a correct division of rent and service costs. Book an appointment for a free rent evaluation.
For more information, you can also have a look at the frequently asked questions.
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