by Mario van Teijlingen | Jul 7, 2026 | Articles
You came for a job, a relationship, a fresh start — and stayed. Now the Netherlands is home. But if your pension planning hasn’t kept pace with your life here, there may be a gap between the retirement income you expect and what will actually arrive. Here’s what that...
by Agnes Glastra | Jun 30, 2026 | Articles
Recently, I spoke with a client about his parents. They have done well for themselves — years of hard work, sensible decisions, and a comfortable financial position. On the surface, everything seems in order. And yet, something doesn’t quite add up. His father is...
by Mario van Teijlingen | Jun 24, 2026 | Articles
Many people assume their income after retirement will naturally be taken care of. State Pension provides a basis, and many employees accrue workplace pension benefits. Yet the number of people who build up little or no pension is growing. This includes self‑employed...
by Mario van Teijlingen | Jun 1, 2026 | Articles
New Dutch Pension System: What It Means for Your Future Income Most employers in the Netherlands are currently transitioning to the new pension system (Wet toekomst pensioenen). While the new framework promises more transparency and flexibility, an important reality...
by Mario van Teijlingen | May 4, 2026 | Articles
Every King’s Day, the vrijmarkt reveals something timeless about entrepreneurship. Children spread blankets across the streets, selling homemade bracelets, lemonade, old toys, and creative ideas. Some of them experience a crucial realisation: “I have it in me.” They...
by Mario van Teijlingen | Mar 9, 2026 | Articles
Almost exactly a year ago we discussed managing emotions when markets are in turmoil. The source of the turmoil is different in nature but the effect for some is similar. Many have become uncertainty about the capital you have put aside in pensions and other...
