Service

How it works

Three simple steps between you and your stress-free Dutch home

Share Your Find

Found a place that feels perfect? We get it - you're excited and maybe a little nervous. Just send us the listing or upload the documents.

Send us any listing or rental
Takes less than 2 minutes to submit
One-on-one contact with local expert

We Investigate

Our Dutch housing experts become your personal detectives. We verify the landlord, check the property, and scrutinize every detail so you don't have to.

Landlord identity & ownership verification
Property legitimacy & legal check
Neighborhood safety & accessibility review

Move In Safely

Get your comprehensive report with our recommendation. If it's legit, move forward with confidence. If not, we've just saved you from a nightmare.

Detailed verification report within 24 hours
Clear go/no-go recommendation
Peace of mind before arriving in the Netherlands

‍Don't ignore your gut feeling. Send us the listing and we'll investigate it for you. Better safe than sorry.

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Benefits

Benefits of Housetective

Built for Remote Renters

Every package is designed for international students and expats who need to verify a property.

Verified Landlords

Get peace of mind while renting remotely. We help you make safe choices before signing or paying anything.

Expert Property Checks

Our team performs thorough digital and on-site inspections to uncover fraud, risk, and missing details.

Avoid Rental Scams

We verify ownership, landlords, and listing details so you never send money to a fake or risky property.

Trusted by students from

University of Amsterdam

TU Delft

Eramus University Rotterdam

Utrecht University

VU Amsterdam

Leiden University

Maastricht University

Guarded

Our most popular inspection service

Guarded

Our most trusted inspection service, Guarded, is built to protect you from rental scams before they happen. Whether you're searching from abroad or already in the Netherlands, we verify the property and the landlord so you can rent with confidence.

Every year, renters lose thousands to fraud, but with Guarded, you won’t be one of them. It’s the stress-free, worry-free way to secure housing safely. No surprises, just security.

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Testimonials

Real stories, real protection

Hear from students who avoided costly mistakes

Amsterdam

"Housetective saved me from sending €1,200 to a fake landlord. The report confirmed the owner wasn’t real."

- Alejandro from Spain

Delft

"They checked the listing, reviewed my contract, and called the landlord. I felt safe renting from abroad."

- Lola from Germany

Utrecht

"The report was clear and fast. They verified everything, and I finally felt confident sending the deposit."

- Tom from Denmark

Eindhoven

"I was nervous about student housing scams. Their inspection made it easy to rent safely before moving."

- Marco from Mexico

Leiden

"The listing looked real, but it was fake. Housetective found the fraud and saved me from losing €2,000."

- Louise from Sweden

Groningen

"Renting from the US was stressful. Their report and photos gave me peace of mind in one day even before arriving.”

- Mody from the United States

Trusted by students from

University of Amsterdam

TU Delft

Eramus University Rotterdam

Utrecht University

VU Amsterdam

Leiden University

Maastricht University

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What exactly does Housetective do?

We verify the legitimacy of rental properties and landlords in the Netherlands before you send any money or sign anything. Our team runs ownership checks, reviews contracts, and can even visit the property in person.

What if I’m not satisfied with the report?

If we miss something or if a fraud goes undetected, we offer a money-back guarantee. Your safety is our priority.

Who performs the inspections?

Our inspections are carried out by local inspectors who understand Dutch rental laws, fraud tactics, and housing platforms.

Can I speak with someone before purchasing?

Yes. You can book a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions, explain your situation, or get personalized help.