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Bartelo Dijk

Bartelo Dijk has been a Landerije Real Estate Agent since 2017. From a young age, he has had a passion for unique and rural homes as well as historic properties. Over the years, that love has only grown. In this interview, Bartelo talks about his work, where people are even more important than houses, and about the strength of De Landerije.

Looking at the house and listening to the residents
The very first task of a real estate agent is to determine the value of a house. Bartelo says: “During a first visit, I am prepared down to the smallest detail. I examine the location, the surroundings, and the house itself, forming a solid initial impression. I also look at neighboring properties. But the most important moment comes when I drive onto the property. At that point, I stop seeing it as an agent and start seeing it through the eyes of the potential buyer. What catches my attention? What impresses me? The garden, an outbuilding, the size, or the architectural and living style. Then you start a conversation with the residents. They know better than anyone else what makes their special home unique. Their stories are often inspiring and provide direction. It might sound strange to say, but at that moment I can already imagine the buyer.”

Price and presentation must be right
“When a house comes up for sale with us, a few things absolutely need to be correct. The asking price and the presentation must match the property and its location,” Bartelo continues. “That’s why we pay a lot of attention to how the home is presented. It should be appealing, highlighting the unique features, while also being realistic and reflecting how potential buyers view it. And the asking price must align with this. When this combination works and is clearly visible on Funda and in the beautiful property brochure we create, the chances of success are high not only in a strong market where almost anyone can make a sale but also in a more complex market.”

Helping people with their next step in living
One of De Landerije’s strengths is looking beyond just selling a property. Often, people want to sell their special home to travel more, downsize, or move to a town or city with better facilities—but they want to buy another home first. Bartelo explains: “I call this ‘buying without selling.’ Together, we inventory the wishes and start the search. What I find remarkable is that this often turns into a living journey whose direction can change along the way. My clients can count on my dedication and enthusiasm. There’s nothing I enjoy more than helping people make the right choices.”

The strength of De Landerije
De Landerije’s greatest strength is the combination of a nationwide network of agents and a strong local presence. Bartelo says: “In our marketing, we make clear choices. We are not a village agent; we deliberately focus on rural and unique living. From our office in Brummen, I focus on Eastern Netherlands. Over the past few years, we’ve seen increasing mobility. People are seeking the peace and space of the countryside. Thanks to our recognition, including in the Randstad, our local presence, and our ‘people-focused’ approach, we can connect supply and demand and exceed the expectations of both sellers and buyers. That is our promise.”