At Urban Homies, people are at the heart of everything we do. We value human contact, we truly listen, and we relate in order to understand your unique needs. Since our founding in 2015, these values have been the DNA of our work, guiding us as we support individuals, families, and companies through one of life’s biggest transitions: relocation and finding a place to call home.
With over a decade of experience, we know that every move and every client story is unique. That’s why we empower people with personalized guidance and deliver the best possible local solutions — always backed by a supporting Homie to rely on.
We specialize in relocation, selling, purchasing, and letting residential real estate, ensuring that our clients receive expert advice and hands-on support throughout the entire process. Whether you’re buying your dream home, preparing to sell, or looking for the right tenants, we combine professional expertise with a warm, personal touch.
We are also committed to working sustainably. Our team makes use of electric vehicles to reduce our footprint, because we believe that creating a home for our clients should go hand in hand with caring for the world we live in.
We promise not only efficient and professional guidance, but also a human approach that makes the journey less stressful and more meaningful. For us, it’s never just about real estate — it’s about creating a smooth path towards truly feeling at home.
Real Estate & Relocation Expert
With her extensive international network and a bird’s-eye view for opportunities and risks, she leads Urban Homies to the highest attainable level in real estate and relocation services. Always attentive to clients’ needs, she is consistently one step ahead in delivering value, serving as the compass that guides Urban Homies’ vision of service excellence.
Her professional career in real estate development began in 2002. Since then, she has built expertise in international property development, residential investments, and sustainable housing solutions. By navigating complex markets and fostering trusted global relationships, she brings deep insight into creating long-term value within the housing and relocation sector.
In addition, she brings over 25 years of experience in marketing and advertising, which gives her the unique ability to merge strategic business vision with creative brand positioning. This combination ensures that Urban Homies not only delivers tailored property solutions — from buying, selling, and renting residential real estate to expat relocation services — but also stands out as a recognizable and trustworthy name in the competitive housing market.
Her dual background as a strategist and connector allows her to align business opportunities with human needs, helping both locals and internationals find their place in and around Amsterdam. With a strong focus on sustainability, client satisfaction, and innovative property solutions, she transforms vision into reality every day.
KRMT Realtor with International Experience
Gaby spent years traveling and living abroad in the USA and Spain, which gives him a deep understanding of the expat lifestyle and the challenges of relocating to a new country. This international background allows him to connect with clients from all over the world, guiding them smoothly through the process of buying, selling, or renting property in the Netherlands.
His solution-focused approach, combined with cutting-edge technical knowledge, ensures every transaction is handled with efficiency and elegance. Gaby’s top priority is making sure every client is fully satisfied with their newly bought or sold home.
Since 2019, Gaby has been active in the Dutch real estate market, specializing in both residential sales and rentals. He has a formal education as a realtor and is officially registered as a KRMT Realtor (Kandidaat Register Makelaar Taxateur) in the Dutch real estate register. This guarantees that he operates under the highest professional and ethical standards.
With his mix of international experience, professional credentials, and local market expertise, Gaby is the trusted partner for both Dutch and international clients looking to buy, sell, or let property in the Netherlands. Whether you’re an expat searching for a home in Amsterdam or a local resident planning to sell, Gaby ensures you receive personalized guidance and reliable real estate solutions every step of the way.
Amsterdam Real Estate Guide
Carina has proudly called Amsterdam home for over a decade, after living in and traveling through several countries abroad. With her firsthand knowledge of expat life, she understands both the challenges and the excitement of relocating to a new city.
Before starting her career in real estate in Amsterdam, Carina gained over seven years of experience in sales, where she refined her strong communication skills and developed a sharp eye for detail. Today, she brings that expertise into helping clients buy, sell, or rent property in Amsterdam.
Known for her reliability, organization, and genuine eagerness to help, Carina ensures that every step of the real estate process runs smoothly. Whether you are an expat moving to Amsterdam or a local searching for the perfect home, Carina is a trusted partner who makes the journey seamless.
Expert Relocation Specialist
Marie-Pierre is a highly organized and detail-oriented Relocation Specialist with extensive experience providing professional relocation services to individuals, families, and expats moving to new cities or countries. As an expat herself, she understands firsthand the unique challenges of relocating abroad and knows exactly what is needed to make the transition smooth and stress-free.
With a strong background in hospitality, Marie-Pierre offers personalized relocation support, including guidance on housing, local services, schools, and settling-in logistics. Her proactive approach ensures every detail is handled efficiently, helping clients feel confident and well-prepared throughout the moving process. Trusted for her expertise in expat relocation and moving assistance, Marie-Pierre is dedicated to making every relocation seamless, enjoyable, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Christien started to take a keen interest in international tax law while studying reading law at the University of Leiden. After more than 20 years of employment with a Rotterdam based tax firm, she started her own company, Cappon Tax Consultants, offering a wide range of services including tax advisory, tax dispute, international employment, and accountancy. She enjoys helping her clients ensure that their tax affairs are organized and managed in the most efficient manner. Christien takes care of all tax and accounting related questions that clients from Urban Homies have.
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Open positions
Stagevacature: Social Media & Digital Marketing Stagiair (Internationaal georiënteerd)
Ben jij een creatieve, vlotte en internationaal georiënteerde student met een passie voor social media, AI én vastgoed? Urban Homies, een dynamisch makelaardij- en relocation kantoor in hartje Amsterdam, zoekt een enthousiaste stagiair die ons team komt versterken!
Wat ga je doen?
Als onze nieuwe stagiair ben je van alle digitale markten thuis. Jij helpt ons online zichtbaar te zijn en te blijven. Je werkzaamheden zijn onder andere:
- Beheren en creëren van content voor onze socialmediakanalen (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.)
- Bijhouden en optimaliseren van de website (ervaring met WordPress of vergelijkbaar is een pre)
- Onderzoeken en implementeren van AI-tools ter ondersteuning van marketing, klantcommunicatie en interne processen
- Opzetten, monitoren en optimaliseren van een online advertentiecampagne (denk aan Google Ads, Meta Ads)
- Meedenken over onze branding en tone-of-voice
- Ondersteunen bij (inter)nationale relocation trajecten en vastgoedprojecten
Wat zoeken wij?
- Je volgt een hbo- of wo-opleiding in de richting van Marketing, Communicatie, Media, Digital Business of vergelijkbaar
- Je bent creatief, zelfstandig en proactief
- Je spreekt en schrijft uitstekend Engels (Nederlands is mooi meegenomen)
- Je hebt interesse in of affiniteit met vastgoed en wonen in Amsterdam
- Je hebt gevoel voor trends en weet hoe je online impact maakt
- Je durft initiatief te nemen en denkt graag mee over innovatie (zoals AI-integratie)
Wat bieden wij?
- Een stageplek midden in Amsterdam met ruimte voor jouw ideeën
- Werken in een klein, ambitieus en internationaal team
- De mogelijkheid om zelfstandig projecten te leiden
- Inzicht in de wereld van makelaardij en relocation services
- Regelmatige ontspanningsmassages op kantoor
- Een passende stagevergoeding
- Flexibele werktijden in overleg
Periode: minimaal 5 maanden tot maximaal 1 jaar
Startdatum: in overleg, bij voorkeur zo snel mogelijk
Locatie: Amsterdam (hybride werken mogelijk)
Interesse?
Stuur je motivatie en CV naar yael@urbanhomies.bredewold.dev. Voeg gerust voorbeelden van je eerdere werk of socials toe! Heb je vragen? Neem contact met ons op via 020 – 261 74 63.
Relocation Consultant
For our Urban Homies team, we are looking for an enthusiastic relocation consultant, or rather Urban “Homie”!
You are responsible for successfully guiding expats to the ideal accommodation and you know how to navigate the relocation world. You supervise the entire process from the initiation to aftercare. You are responsible for guiding, planning and placing new customers with a personal approach. You are able to build your own network. In time you will be the single point of contact for your own account. You contribute to the short- and long-term goals of Urban Homies.
We are always looking for social and enthusiastic people who meet the following:
– Have proactive skills
– Service oriented
– A nose for new business
– Know Amsterdam and the surrounding area well
– Empathy and social skills
– Excellent English language skills (must)
– Systematic and flexible (must)
– Adaptable, being able to switch well between projects (must)
– Have experience in real estate (pre)
– Are energetic, proactive and representative and who want to grow in a dynamic, pleasant and informal team
– Driver’s license B (must)
What we offer …
– Salary based on experience
– Growth within an entrepreneurial and dynamic team
– A future that is open to many possibilities
Send your motivation and resume to yael@urbanhomies.bredewold.dev and we will process it immediately.
(K)RMT
We are looking for a solid (K)RMT to strengthen our team.
You are responsible for the buying and selling process of Dutch and International customers. You supervise the entire process from the first meeting to the aftercare. You work at the office for this, but you also go outside. You have a personal approach to this, and you build your own network. You contribute to the short- and long-term goals of Urban Homies.
We are looking for social and enthusiastic people who meet the following:
– Have proactive skills
– Service oriented
– A nose for new business
– Residing in Amsterdam
– Empathy and social skills
– Excellent English language skills (must)
– Be planned and flexible
– Being able to switch well between projects
– Are energetic, proactive and representative and who want to grow in a dynamic, pleasant and informal team
– Driver’s license B (must)
What we offer …
– Salary based on performance
– Growth within an entrepreneurial and dynamic team
– A future that is open to many possibilities
Send your motivation and resume to yael@urbanhomies.bredewold.dev and we will process it immediately.
