Name: Bowie Rent Auditor
Author: Bowie

Question 1

What is Bowie?

Accepted Answer

Bowie is an AI-powered financial guardian built for residents of the Netherlands. It helps you detect overcharged rent using the WWS point system, file Box 3 tax objections, and optimise your benefits (toeslagen).

Question 2

How does the Rent Auditor work?

Accepted Answer

The Rent Auditor calculates your home's WWS (Woningwaarderingsstelsel) points based on features like surface area, energy label, kitchen and bathroom quality. It then determines the maximum legal rent and compares it to what you're actually paying. If you're overpaying, Bowie guides you through the Huurcommissie process.

Question 3

Is Bowie free to use?

Accepted Answer

Bowie offers a free initial rent check. The first scan is always free so you can see if you're overpaying before committing to anything.

Question 4

Does Bowie work for expats in the Netherlands?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bowie is built with expats in mind. The interface is available in English and Dutch, and the tools are specifically designed to help people navigate the Dutch financial system — rent rules, tax filings, and benefit eligibility.

Question 5

What is the WWS point system?

Accepted Answer

The Woningwaarderingsstelsel (WWS) is the Dutch housing valuation system that assigns points to rental properties based on features like floor area, energy efficiency, and facilities. The total points determine the maximum legal rent a landlord can charge for regulated (sociale huur) housing.

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