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LetsGetHome: Reducing Both Information and Commission Costs

Hong Kong's Competition Ordinance has impacted how leasing commissions are calculated, making them more flexible. This article discusses rental commissions, when they're paid, and how to negotiate them, highlighting LetsGetHome's pay-as-you-go model as a cost-effective alternative.

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A Guide for Renting Composite Buildings in Hong Kong

Hong Kong has nearly 2,000 composite buildings, which are commercial and residential mixed-use buildings. This blog explores the pros and cons of renting in these unique structures, highlighting Quarry Bay's famous Monster Building and the modern amenities of renovated composite buildings.

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Landlord Self-Listing Tutorial | LetsGetHome

LetsGetHome is Hong Kong's leading rental platform, offering an efficient and cost-effective online system for landlords and tenants. Landlords can easily sign up, choose a listing method, enter property details, and manage listings, while tenants can benefit from a streamlined search process, making the rental journey faster and smoother for all involved.

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Hong Kong Property Tax Guide: How Owners Can Save Smartly

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Hong Kong's property tax, covering calculation methods, tax rates, exemptions, and payment processes. It also includes a brief introduction to LetsGetHome, a rental platform that assists owners in managing their properties and offers free listing services.

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Hong Kong Property Management Fees: A Comprehensive Guide

Property management fees in Hong Kong can add up to a significant expense for households, accounting for about 7.4% of monthly income. This blog post breaks down what these fees cover, how they are calculated, and answers FAQs, including how to save on these costs and the consequences of late payments.

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HK Real Estate: Break 2% Commission with LetsGetHome

Hong Kong's real estate market is under scrutiny for alleged price-fixing by major companies, with a focus on the 2% commission rate. LetsGetHome, a new platform, aims to revolutionize the industry by offering transparent pricing, self-decision agency services, and customer empowerment to address the issues of lack of market competition, reduced negotiation power, and unfair practices.

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Hong Kong Property Rates & Government Rent Guide

This article explains Hong Kong's rates and government rent for property owners, covering calculation methods, payment procedures, and the role of the Rating and Valuation Department. It also introduces LetsGetHome, a rental platform offering commission-free listings and agency services.

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Essential Rental Maintenance Duties for Hong Kong Landlords

This blog post explores the rights and obligations of property owners in Hong Kong, with a focus on rental maintenance. It covers key maintenance duties, distinguishing between tenant and landlord responsibilities, and highlights relevant regulations, including the Hong Kong Tenancy Ordinance and building safety standards.

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HK Serviced Apartments: A Trendy Trap?

The blog post discusses the potential downsides of renting a serviced apartment in Hong Kong, including high costs for small spaces, a lack of individuality, and restrictive lease terms. It introduces LetsGetHome, a personalized rental service that helps navigate the market to find a place that truly feels like home.

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Renting in Hong Kong: Online Stamp Duty Guide

This blog post guides renters and landlords in Hong Kong through the process of understanding and paying lease stamp duty. It covers the necessity of stamp duty, how to pay it online, and introduces a new platform, LetsGetHome, that simplifies the stamp duty process and the entire rental journey.

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LetsGetHome: Where Tailored Service Meet Transparent Pricing

The blog introduces LetsGetHome, a new rental platform in Hong Kong that aims to provide a more transparent and user-centric experience. It offers freedom and convenience, lower agent fees, and a secure platform for tenants and landlords, addressing the limitations of traditional agencies, aggregation sites, and private groups.

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Empower Tenants: Hassle-Free Apartment Rentals in Hong Kong

LetsGetHome is a licensed property agency platform that aims to make renting in Hong Kong easier and more affordable. It offers a free platform for listing and renting, as well as on-demand agent services, giving users full autonomy to choose the services they need and only pay for what they use.

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