Estate Agents Fees, etc

standaman1967 Active member

Member since 23 January 2021

standaman1967Active member09 August 2021 14:18:10

Hi All,

is there a standard norm as to what is payable in Mauritius for: 1) Estate Agent Fees (Some properties carry no fees, others 1 month, others half a month, 2) Deposits: i would have expected these to be one month but have been quoted 2 months by some estate agents for some properties?

Any guidance on what is standard practice and reasonable would be much appreciated.

Thank you

Stan

Anou86 ViP

Member since 20 July 2020

Anou86ViP10 August 2021 03:48:45

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Hi Stan,

Couldn't find any explicit answer. I can only guess that it is up to the landlord or the agent.

The landlord and tenant act doesn't seem to have any provision to fix deposits, fees amount : https://housing.govmu.org/Documents/Acts/lta.pdf

Normally, if you rent through an agency, there is 1 month (amount depends on the agent) rent as commission fee, 1 month's rent in advance as security deposit (caution), the security deposit is refundable at the end of the lease, provided you have maintained the premises in good condition and if your lease contract has been respected and one month's rent in advance.

I wouldn't be surprised if some agents/landlords ask for 2 months' worth deposit or advance but make sure you enquire about the refundable part.

Some landlords have perhaps faced some difficulties or have had problems with tenants in the past, they would (i believe) exerce more caution by asking for 2 months deposits etc.

In case you have any doubt or don't feel like going along, feel free to look around, bargain and remain open to other opportunities before you sign.

have a lovely day ahead,
Anou