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ForSalebyOwner.com founder gives up on own listing, hires real estate broker
Former FSBO CEO sells home the traditional way.

Founder and former CEO of ForSalebyOwner.com, Colby Sambrotto listed his 2,000 square foot New York condominium on his own through online classified ads and FSBO sites, but after six months, he opted to hire New York broker Jesse Buckler who immediately advised a price change as the listing was not attracting the right buyer.
Buying a home to be made cheaper as sales tax is cut
The special tax on house purchases – overdrachtsbelasting or conveyancing tax – is to be reduced from 6% to 2% for a year in an effort to boost the housing market.

about Finsens Makelaardij Amsterdam


Finsens Makelaardij is a real estate agency, located in the Centrum of Amsterdam on the Herengracht 136, and specialized in advising expats in the purchase and sale of real estate in Amsterdam.

For expats, there can be a wide range of unkown elements involved in decisions concerning buying or selling property in Amsterdam. We ensure you, you do not need to worry about foreign language, local practices, or legal issues. We are a subsidiary of FINSENS, a well-established company offering financial, fiscal, investment and expat advice. Integrity, creativity, and professionalism are of utmost importance to us; we have strong contacts with very experienced legal experts, surveyors, and above all financial advisors. 

We would be happy to make an appointment to discuss how we can be of service to you, without further obligations. Finsens Makelaardij consist by Vincent van Weert and Kay Olsmeijer, registered real estate agents and valuation officers, a member of NVM (the Dutch real estate associaton) and MVA (Amsterdam real estate association).

In addition to the purchase of your home, FINSENS can also arrange your mortgage. We are your key contact point for all matters concerning your financial affairs. The net costs of the mortgage are just one aspect of this. Finsens has the in-house expertise to answer all your questions regarding, for example, industrial disability, investments and consequences of death. When you have made your choice for the best offer, we will look after the full processing of the loan. This helps to save you time and effort until you receive the key of your new home on the day ownership is transferred.