Introduction
Welcome to Eastern Housing Agency. By using our services, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully; they are designed to protect you, the landlord, the renter, and our company, while keeping the renting process clear, fair, and stress-free.
Our Role
We are a housing agency that connects landlords with renters. We:
- Provide property listings and video tours.
- Arrange inspections through our trained field operatives and company vehicles.
- Facilitate a transparent process where renters pay rent directly to landlords.
- Charge a service fee of 10% (paid by renters after successfully securing a property).
We are not landlords and do not own the listed properties.
Inspection Fees
- Renters pay a small inspection fee before viewing any property.
- This fee covers logistics: assigning a trained field operative, transport, and customer service scheduling.
- The fee is valid for up to 3 house inspections.
- The inspection fee is non-refundable.
Transparency of Payments
- Renters pay directly to the landlord.
- Eastern Housing Agency does not collect or hold any payments on behalf of landlords.
- Our company only collects the agreed 10% service fee after a renter secures a property.
Landlord Responsibilities
Landlords listing properties with us agree that:
- The property is legally theirs to rent.
- All information (rent, condition, availability) provided is accurate.
- They will honor agreements made with tenants who rent through our platform.
Renter Responsibilities
Renters agree to:
- Provide accurate personal details when booking inspections.
- Treat properties with respect during inspections.
- Make payment directly to the landlord, and service fees promptly to Eastern Housing Agency.
Cancellations and No-Shows
- If a renter fails to attend a scheduled inspection, the fee remains valid but will count toward the 3 inspections.
- Landlords must notify us immediately if a property is no longer available to avoid inconveniencing renters.
Service Limitations
- We do not guarantee that every renter will secure a property.
- We are not liable for disputes between landlords and renters after rent has been paid, though we will provide guidance where possible.
Privacy and Data Protection
We respect your privacy. Personal details (phone numbers, house numbers, payment confirmations) are used only for service purposes and are never sold or shared with third parties.
Agreement
By using our services, both renters and landlords confirm they understand and agree to these terms.
