Insights for Every VvE Member

How to Structure a VvE Annual General Meeting (AGM) Agenda

Organizing your VvE’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the first time? Dutch law requires every VvE to hold one each year, but knowing what belongs on the agenda can be confusing. This guide walks you through the standard structure step by step – from opening and quorum to approving the accounts, budget, maintenance plans, and board appointments – explaining which items are legally required and which are optional.

How to Activate a Dormant VvE: Step-by-Step Guide

Is your VvE “asleep” and not doing meetings, budgets, or insurance? Dutch law requires an active homeowners’ association. This simple step-by-step guide shows you how to reactivate your dormant VvE, from electing a board and registering at the KvK to opening a bank account, setting up insurance, and creating a reserve fund.

Do You Pay Tax on the VvE Reserve Fund? Here’s How It Works

Every VvE in the Netherlands must have a reserve fund. What many owners don’t know: your share of this fund counts as part of your wealth in Box 3. Here’s how to calculate your share and report it correctly.

How Much Must Your VvE Save? Reserve Fund, MJOP, and the 0.5% Rule Explained

Every VvE in the Netherlands must have a reserve fund for major maintenance. Small VvE’s often wonder how much they really need to save. This guide explains the legal rules: save with an MJOP, or at least 0.5% of rebuild value each year.

VvE Fees Explained: What’s a “Normal” Contribution?

Wondering if your VvE contribution (VvE-bijdrage) is too high? In this guide we explain what a “normal” monthly fee looks like in the Netherlands, why costs are rising, and how much your VvE is legally required to save for future maintenance.

How to run a VvE successfully?

Buur Ben• 14 Jul 2025