Finding an Apartment: Immoweb, Immovlan, and Facebook Groups
Finding a Belgian apartment involves using Immoweb, Immovlan, and Facebook groups to navigate agency listings and direct rentals.
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The Brussels Housing Code (BHC): Rights and Duties of Tenants
The Brussels Housing Code establishes residential lease rules, outlining statutory rights and daily duties for tenants living in Belgium.
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Indexation of Rent: How Landlords Legally Increase Rent Annually
Belgian rent indexation rules allow landlords to increase rent annually using the Health Index, lease registration, and energy certificates.
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Apartment Types: Kots, Studios, and Unfurnished Rental Norms
Belgian apartment types include student kots, studios, and unfurnished rentals, detailing costs, utility setups, lease rules, and local legal standards.
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Mandatory Home Insurance for Tenants in Brussels and Wallonia
Tenant liability insurance covering fire and water damage is a strict legal requirement for all leaseholders in Brussels and Wallonia.
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Inventory of Fixtures (État des Lieux): Why It’s Crucial Before Moving In
The mandatory Belgian inventory of fixtures prevents unfair deposit deductions by documenting property conditions and protecting tenants.
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The e-DEPO System: How to Deposit Your Rent Guarantee for Free
The e-DEPO platform lets tenants deposit rental guarantees digitally for free through the MyMinfin portal using Itsme authentication.
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Rental Deposits in Belgium: e-DEPO vs Blocked Bank Accounts
Belgian rental deposits compare traditional blocked bank accounts, the free e-DEPO system, and bank guarantees for expats.
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Breaking a Lease Early: Exit Penalties for Years 1, 2, and 3
Belgian rental law exit penalties detail the specific fines tenants pay when breaking a three-year or nine-year lease early.
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Short-Term Leases (Under 3 Years) and The November 2024 Rule Updates
The November 2024 Belgian rule updates explain short term leases, detailing notice periods, deposits, and tenant rights across different regions.
