Accommodation Services: What are they? 17 Popular Types of Accommodation Facilities in Vietnam

Accommodation Services?

Accommodation services are businesses that provide short-term and long-term lodging options for individuals in need. These accommodation facilities can include apartment buildings, serviced apartments, private homes, villas, hotels, guesthouses, and more. Based on the duration of stay, accommodation services can be divided into two types:

1. Short-term accommodation services include hotels, motels, hostels, homestays, serviced apartments, condo-hotels, apart-hotels, farmstays, bungalows, etc.
2. Long-term accommodation services include apartment buildings, serviced apartments, office-tels, villas, private homes, and serviced condominiums.

The target audience or users of accommodation services can vary and may include foreigners, business travelers, tourists, medical visitors, students, office workers, and more. Users of accommodation services pay a certain amount of money to the lodging establishments for the "Right to Use" the accommodation and its amenities. Compliance with the rules and regulations set by the accommodation facility is mandatory. However, users do not have ownership rights over the accommodation. In addition to providing lodging, accommodation facilities also offer additional services and amenities such as dining, entertainment, health facilities, experiential activities, education, and more.

16 popular types of accommodation facilities in Vietnam

Accommodation services in Vietnam are widely available in many provinces and are extensively utilized to tap into the tourism potential and meet local lodging needs. These accommodation facilities go by various names but can be broadly categorized into 16 popular types. Let's explore them, and you will find valuable information.

1. Chung cư (Apartment)

Chung cư (Apartment) refers to residential units located within apartment buildings (Chung cư), which are housing complexes comprising multiple households. These apartments can be fully furnished, partially furnished, or unfurnished. Apartments are popular in major cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Nang, Can Tho, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc, etc. Accommodation facilities in the form of apartments are typically equipped with full or basic furniture. Additionally, apartment residents can enjoy shared amenities within the apartment building, such as swimming pools, gyms, tennis courts, table tennis courts, spas, convenience stores, parks, etc. Apartment units come in various flexible designs, including studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, duplexes, penthouses, dual-key units, etc., offering enclosed and separate living spaces. You can find apartment rentals or leasing options with detailed information and individual photos on the website: https://jhouse.vn/

2. Serviced Apartment

Serviced apartments are residential units located within apartment buildings or dedicated serviced apartment buildings. They are fully equipped with appliances, furniture, and kitchens. Additionally, serviced apartments provide extra services such as housekeeping, bed linen and towel changes, cable TV, internet, laundry, dishwashing, etc. These additional services distinguish serviced apartments from regular apartments. Serviced apartments are popular in major cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Nang, Can Tho, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc, etc. They are designed with flexibility and often come with additional amenities like swimming pools, gyms, saunas, etc., to enhance the experience and convenience for customers. You can find serviced apartment rentals or leasing options with detailed information and individual photos on the website: https://jhouse.vn/.

3. Villa

A villa is a standalone residential property with a garden, fence, and separate entrance, typically comprising no more than three main floors. Villas have a spacious floor area and living space. They are fully equipped with appliances, amenities, and furnishings. The privacy of a villa is higher compared to apartments and serviced apartments. We often find individual villas in city centers, detached or semi-detached villas in residential areas or real estate projects. There are also mini-villas, garden villas, villas with swimming pools, beachfront villas, resort villas, etc. Villas are quite common in large cities and coastal areas. You can find villa rentals or leasing options with detailed information and individual photos on the website: https://jhouse.vn/.

4. Private House

Private houses, also known as townhouses, are standalone houses located in the city center. Most of them are unfurnished, without furniture. A few are furnished to cater to foreign customers or high-income individuals. Private houses are primarily used for long-term stays of one year or more. You can find townhouse rentals or leasing options with detailed information and individual photos on the website: https://jhouse.vn/.

5. Boarding House - Shared Room - Studio Apartment

Boarding houses, shared rooms, and studio apartments are small-sized accommodations ranging from 12m2 to 25m2, with or without a loft. Most of these accommodations are unfurnished and cater to customers such as students, new employees, workers, and individuals with low income. Boarding houses are popular long-term lodging options in large cities or near industrial zones and schools.

6. Officetel

Officetel is a combination of "office" and "hotel," representing a mixed-use concept that combines office space with hotel amenities. It is a versatile type of apartment that serves both residential and office purposes. The typical size of an officetel unit ranges from 30m2 to 50m2, although some projects offer larger officetel units. Officetel is an upgraded version of traditional apartments, hotels, and offices. It provides users with a comfortable and convenient living and working environment. Officetel buildings are often located within residential or urban areas, allowing residents to enjoy the amenities and facilities within the complex. This enables officetel residents to have a comfortable living space similar to traditional apartments.

7. ApartHotel

An ApartHotel is a combination of an apartment and a hotel, offering the luxury and amenities of a five-star hotel within an apartment-style setting. It can be understood as a hotel-standard apartment or the fusion of exceptional service and top-notch facilities of an internationally recognized luxury hotel with the comfort and convenience of a premium apartment. All the facilities and amenities are shared among all the guests, such as swimming pools, gyms, massage rooms, spas, saunas, and more. This is what sets ApartHotels apart from other types of resort properties. A typical example of an ApartHotel project in Vietnam is the SunBay Park Hotel & Resort in Phan Rang, Ninh Thuan, developed by Crystal Bay Group. Another project is the Mui Dinh Ecopark in Ninh Thuan, developed by F.I.T Group and Crystal Bay Joint Stock Company.

8. Condotel

Condotel is a term derived from "condo" and "hotel," meaning a combination of a condominium and a hotel. Condotels are commonly found in coastal areas with significant tourism potential. A condotel is designed like a condominium, with fully equipped facilities such as a kitchen, living room, bedroom, etc., including cooking appliances, allowing guests to go grocery shopping and experience a lifestyle similar to being in their own home. Condotels also function as hotels, offering a reservation system and hotel services such as swimming pools, fitness clubs, nightclubs, restaurants, shops, concierge services, and 24/7 room service.

9. Hometel

Hometel is a combination of a residential apartment and a hotel, creating a new type of Hometel that provides long-term ownership and full-service amenities similar to a hotel. Hometels can be used for long-term residential purposes like apartments while also serving as hotels to accommodate the lodging needs of travelers.

10. Hotel

A hotel, known as "khách sạn" in Vietnamese, is a business establishment that provides accommodation services with full amenities. Hotels can range in size from a few dozen to thousands of rooms, offering various standards and types of rooms. In addition to lodging services, hotels also provide additional services such as dining, transportation, spa, sauna, buffet, housekeeping, conference facilities, etc. Hotels are typically built in city centers or prominent tourist areas.

11. Hostel - Popular Accommodation Option

A hostel is a budget accommodation typically catering to backpackers and primarily serving short-term guests. The characteristic feature of hostels is bunk beds, similar to those in student dormitories. Hostels have various types of rooms, including 4-bed, 6-bed, and 10-bed dormitories. Guests at hostels often do not have gender segregation, and both men and women can stay in the same room. Beds that require privacy usually have curtains for separation.

12. Motel - Short-term Lodging Service

The term "motel" refers to small-scale, budget accommodations with limited amenities. Motels are typically located along highways and are built in a relatively simple manner. In general, a motel can be understood as a temporary resting and overnight accommodation option for travelers and transient guests. The term "motel" is derived from the combination of "motor" and "hotel" and was developed by an American individual in the 1950s.

13. Boutique Hotel

A boutique hotel is a small-scale hotel with a range of 10-100 rooms. The highlight of a boutique hotel is its unique, youthful, and artistic decor style. Each room has its own distinct style, often leaning towards classic, elegant, and luxurious trends, and is fully equipped with amenities and furnishings. Boutique hotels can operate independently or be a small part of larger hotel chains.

14. Homestay

Homestay is a form of lodging service where travelers stay and live with local residents, experiencing and living as a member of their family. Even though they live and interact together, tourists also need to know how to respect the rules and privacy of the host family. Homestay is a community-based form of tourism that helps visitors discover, experience, and learn about the customs, traditions, and cultural life of a specific region or locality.

15. Farmstay

Farmstay is a type of agricultural tourism where guests are welcomed to stay on a farm for sightseeing, relaxation, and engaging in practical and enjoyable activities such as farming, harvesting crops, processing, and enjoying rustic meals made from the farm's own produce. Tourists can participate in the daily work of farmers and workers, experiencing their regular tasks firsthand.

16. Bungalow

A bungalow is a single-story house designed to be separate and unique, with a small footprint and a relatively simple yet fully equipped and furnished structure. Bungalows are built using traditional materials such as bamboo, thatch, wood, palm leaves, etc., creating a close connection with nature and providing a relaxing atmosphere for guests.

17. Tourist Guest House

A tourist guest house is a small-scale lodging facility that offers affordable prices and essential amenities to serve tourists, similar to a hotel but without meeting hotel rating standards. Running a lodging service has both potential and challenges. Therefore, having a firm grasp of concepts and terminology in the accommodation industry is crucial. Hopefully, the above article has provided basic information about lodging services and popular types of accommodations for you.

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13 important notes when leasing a house for a family going to have a baby

Most of all, you want to find a better living space, more suitable for your baby. You start your new home searching, you look for suggestions and start visiting homes. You and I both want your baby to be born and live in a safe and comfortable home. Here are JHouse's tips so you can find a house that's right for you and your baby. Let's explore together.

1. The house accepts the baby

This is a must and it is better to put it in the contract.

You need to find houses that accept babies. Don't overlook this when you're dealing with owners or broker-dealers and need to make sure that the owner and the house accept the baby to eliminate your worries in the future by making it clear from the start. Neither you nor I want the owner to push you to move out of the house because they don't understand your problem. In Vietnam, there are houses that do not accept babies under 10 years old.

2. The space is big enough

In the early months, your baby just needs a little space because your baby can't move, but over the next few months, your baby will start crawling, walking and running… so you need to find a house with enough space for your baby to function comfortably.

In addition to the space large enough for your child to function, you also need more space for your child's devices and toys and for yourself. Therefore, consider a long-term lease with a large enough space so you won't have to worry about your baby growing up so quickly in the early years and don't have to worry about finding and moving to a new house.

3. The house has a lot of natural light

I'm sure if you don't have a baby yet you want to find a bright house with lots of natural light. It will make you comfortable, environmentally friendly, cost-effective, …

And when you have a baby, especially a newborn, you especially need a house with lots of natural light. Your baby needs light, natural light is good for the baby's growth. Your baby doesn't need the light of an electric light bulb.

In addition, natural light will help the house have more vitality and not be moldy. Mold is a respiratory hazard for your baby and yourself. It is possible to get skin diseases if your house is moldy.

4. The house is clean

A baby's skin and respiratory tract are weak and very sensitive. That's why you need to find a new or clean house. A clean house keeps your family comfortable and your baby safe.

Ask the owner to deep clean the house, clean the equipment, clean the air conditioner, ... or trim the trees around the house, clean the garbage storage, clean the sewage pipes, ... Ensure the house is cleaned of dust, pet hair, odors, mold, ... before your family moves in.

5. The house has a private washing machine

Give preference to houses with private washing machines. I'm sure the washing machine is a very essential appliance for your family when the baby is born. Your baby will use a lot of items in a day and you need to clean it as soon as possible.

The private washing machine in the apartment will help you take the initiative to do the laundry. This is convenient and it makes you more comfortable, saves you more time. Imagine your family is in a building and the washing machine is shared by everyone, you have to wait for your turn, wash your baby's clothes with other people's clothes, etc. inconvenient and risky, right?

If you rent a private house or villa, please be aware of the washing machine. Installation can be requested by the owner if not already available. Or you can buy your own washing machine because you have a long-term stay plan and the cost to buy a washing machine is also cheap.

6. Convenient kitchen

It's great with a fully equipped kitchen. You can prepare delicious dishes for the whole family. Your baby can't eat as many processed foods as you yet. Your baby needs to eat consistently with age-appropriate foods. First priority is clean, fresh and fast.

Add “Convenient Kitchen” to your list of baby-friendly house search criteria. Do a detailed assessment and negotiate with the owner to supply kitchen appliances or you can add appliances. The kitchen needs enough space for many cooks and it is better to have hot and cold water for cleaning food.

7. Safehouse

Now you don't just live for yourself, you live for your children too. You need a safe place for you and your baby. Therefore, consider the degree of safety of the house with your baby. Consider the height of the balcony, electrical outlets, sharp objects, fragile items, trees, door locks, corridors, stairs, elevators, pets in the middle of the house, floors, etc. Accidents will come very quickly even when you are watching your baby so pay attention to the safety criteria in the house, to make sure that there is not an unfortunate risk to your baby. If possible, look for solutions to eliminate the risks.

8. The fewer stairs the better

It's great if you rent an apartment/private house/villa with everything on the same floor. Your baby is not aware of the risks and cannot keep him/herself safe and you cannot watch your baby all the time. So look for houses with as few steps as possible and preferably no stairs.

9. Safe height

If you are looking for apartments in high-floor buildings, be aware of safe heights. It is better for apartments on the middle floor or from the 7th to the 15th. A safe height will help you reduce noise, reduce dust, mosquitoes, and other risks from elevator jams or fires.

10. Safe swimming pool

If you are considering renting a villa with a pool or an apartment in a serviced apartment building with a pool, consider the safety of the pool. About safeguard, hygiene, tables, and chairs around the pool, … Your baby needs to be kept safe with the pool.

11. Safe from mosquitoes

You and your baby don't want mosquitoes at all. Mosquitoes can cause baby rashes, scabies, fever or worse, blood-borne infections. Therefore, make sure that your new house is installed with measures to prevent and eliminate mosquitoes (periodic sprays, mosquito nets, etc.). Consider houses far from canals, no standing water areas, not too many trees/bushes, etc. as these places will have little or no mosquitoes. In Vietnam, there are mosquitoes everywhere, so you need to choose a house in the area with the fewest mosquitoes. If you are renting a house in Vietnam for the first time, look for reputable brokers who will give you valuable advice and consult.

12. Near hospital and market (supermarket)

Newborn babies are very susceptible to illness, so it's best to look for houses that are closest to the hospital or easily accessible. It is good for emergencies. Advice from JHouse: You should have the phone number of a doctor in your phone contact list, who knows and monitors your child's health.

Your baby will need fresh food every day and you can find fresh and good food at local supermarkets or markets. This is why you need to find houses near local markets or supermarkets. It will save your time and provide quality meals for your baby.

13. The house is located away from the main roads

Your baby will grow up and need to go outside. That's why you need to find houses in areas that are baby-friendly and safe and it is better to be located far away from the main roads, where there is a lot of traffic, it is really bad for your baby and has many potential risks that you cannot control.

There are some more notices to keep in mind when renting a new baby-friendly house for your baby. Above are 13 important notes that JHouse wants to emphasize with you. Be cautious and serious when looking for a new house and put priority to your baby.

If you are having a hard time finding a home or are in need of advice, JHouse staff are always available and support you with valuable consult and advice from their market knowledge, … Let JHouse provide convenient housing solutions for your baby and family.

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• Cách tính và thanh toán phí môi giới trên thị trường như thế nào?
• Ai là người quyết định phí môi giới?
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Phí môi giới cho thuê BĐS là gì? Và những điều cần lưu ý

1. Phí môi giới cho thuê BĐS là gì?

Phí môi giới cho thuê BĐS là một khoản tiền được thống nhất từ trước, mà bên cho thuê (hoặc bên thuê) phải thanh toán cho đơn vị môi giới sau khi hoàn thành phần công việc của mình.

2. Phí môi giới bao gồm những loại phí nào?

Phí môi giới sẽ bao gồm 2 phần: Thù lao môi giới và Hoa hồng môi giới.

• Thù lao môi giới: Là số tiền mà bên cho thuê (hoặc bên thuê) phải thanh toán cho đơn vị môi giới khi ký gửi cho thuê bất động sản (hoặc yêu cầu tìm kiếm bất động sản). Số tiền này không được hoàn trả lại và không phụ thuộc vào kết quả của giao dịch.
• Hoa hồng môi giới: Là số tiền mà bên cho thuê (hoặc bên thuê) phải thanh toán cho đơn vị môi giới khi khách hàng ký hợp đồng và hoàn thành các nghĩa vụ thanh toán.

Tại thị trường Hồ Chí Minh và Việt Nam thì đa phần các đơn vị môi giới sẽ nhận “Hoa Hồng môi giới” và sẽ ngầm hiểu phí môi giới là hoa hồng môi giới.

3. Tại Việt Nam, có luật nào quy định tiền phí môi giới không?

Luật kinh doanh bất động sản số: 66/2014/QH13, không quy định số tiền thù lao và hoa hồng cụ thể. Bạn có thể tham khảo Mục 2, điều IV, Kinh doanh dịch vụ bất động sản. Không có quy định về những con số cụ thể. Phí môi giới là một điều khoản mở và được thống nhất giữa bên cho thuê (hoặc bên thuê) với đơn vị môi giới.

Tiền phí môi giới sẽ được điều phối bởi thông lệ chung của thị trường địa phương.

4. Ai quyết định Phí môi giới cho thuê BĐS?

Phí môi giới được quyết định bởi người trả tiền hoặc cộng đồng bất động sản nào đó mà những người tham gia vào cộng đồng phải tuân thủ quy tắc tính phí môi giới.

Tuy nhiên, hầu hết thì phí môi giới được chi phối bởi thông lệ thị trường địa phương. Nó không phải Luật từ chính phủ, nhưng được bên cho thuê, bên thuê và đơn vị môi giới tôn trọng và áp dụng như là một quy tắc phổ biến để tính phí môi giới.

Trong một vài trường hợp, phí môi giới được quyết định bởi đơn vị môi giới. Thường là những đơn vị môi giới đã có uy tín và mức độ phổ biến rộng tại thị trường. Họ được xem như là người đi đầu cả về số lượng giao dịch, số lượng khách hàng, sản phẩm, cách làm việc, số lượng nhân viên, …Các đơn vị này lấy uy tín, tầm ảnh hưởng và hiệu quả giao dịch để làm nền tảng quyết định phí môi giới khi làm việc với bên cho thuê (hoặc bên thuê).

5. Ai là người thanh toán phí môi giới?

Người thanh toán phí môi giới là bên được chỉ định thanh toán phí môi giới trong thỏa thuận môi giới. Có thể là bên cho thuê hoặc bên thuê. Có thể là cá nhân hoặc doanh nghiệp. Người thanh toán phí môi giới cần được thống nhất trước khi hoàn thành giao dịch.

Tại Việt Nam, thì đa phần người cho thuê sẽ là người thanh toán phí môi giới. Tuy nhiên, đối với những trường hợp người thuê cần thuê những bất động sản lớn hoặc khó tìm thấy trên thị trường thì người thuê sẽ gửi yêu cầu thuê cho đơn vị môi giới và cam kết thanh toán một khoản phí môi giới nào đó khi thuê được bất động sản.

6. Khi nào đơn vị môi giới được thanh toán phí môi giới?

• Đối với thù lao môi giới thì đơn vị môi giới sẽ nhận được ngay khi bắt đầu các giao dịch. Tức là khi bên cho thuê ký gửi bất động sản cần cho thuê hoặc bên thuê gửi yêu cầu thuê bất động sản.
• Đối với hoa hồng môi giới thì đơn vị môi giới sẽ được nhận khi bên thuê ký hợp đồng thuê và hoàn thành các nghĩa vụ thanh toán liên quan đến hợp đồng thuê. Việc thanh toán toàn phần hoặc từng phần hoặc theo tiến độ, … tùy thuộc vào thỏa thuận của đơn vị môi giới và bên được chỉ định thanh toán phí môi giới.

7. Các loại hợp đồng môi giới cho thuê bất động sản

Thỏa thuận môi giới, hợp đồng môi giới là những bằng chứng hữu ích để xác lập sự hợp tác của bên cho thuê và đơn vị môi giới. Các bên thống nhất và tuân thủ các điều khoản trong hợp đồng. Là một căn cứ để giải quyết khi có các tranh chấp xảy ra. Dưới đây là các loại hợp đồng môi giới cho thuê bất động sản thường gặp:

• Thỏa thuận môi giới bằng miệng: Đây là một hình thức khá phổ biến và nó được xác nhận thỏa thuận môi giới bằng cách trao đổi và thống nhất bằng miệng. Không có văn bản nào xác thực. Hình thức này phù hợp với các loại bất động sản cho thuê có giá trị thấp hoặc bên cho thuê và bên thuê có đủ uy tín và đã làm việc với nhau nhiều lần. Đây là hình thức hợp đồng khá rủi ro nhưng linh hoạt và tiết kiệm thời gian, các khoản thuế, phí liên quan.
• Thỏa thuận môi giới/ hợp đồng môi giới: Đây là hình thức mà bên cho thuê và đơn vị môi giới xác nhận với nhau bằng văn bản với các điều khoản cụ thể. Cần tiến hành thanh lý thỏa thuận môi giới/ hợp đồng môi giới khi hoàn thành. Đây là hình thức được khuyến khích thực hiện để đảm bảo quyền lợi và trách nhiệm của các bên khi hợp tác.

8. Các loại thuế & phí được áp dụng cho phí môi giới

• Đối với giao dịch mà bên cho thuê là cá nhân và đơn vị môi giới là cá nhân thì: Phí môi giới là 100%, không phải chi trả cho các loại thuế hay phí nào.
• Đối với giao dịch mà bên cho thuê là cá nhân và đơn vị môi giới là doanh nghiệp thì: Phí môi giới là 100%, không phải chi trả cho các loại thuế hay phí nào.
• Đối với giao dịch mà bên cho thuê là doanh nghiệp và đơn vị môi giới là cá nhân thì: Phí môi giới là 90%. Phí môi giới là một loại chi phí cần được hoạch toán vào chi phí hoạt động của doanh nghiệp. Vì vậy, người môi giới cá nhân cần phải trả lại thuế VAT 10% cho bên cho thuê. Dễ hiểu hơn thì phí môi giới mà người môi giới nhận được, được tính trên giá thuê NET (giá thuê đã trừ đi thuế VAT 10%). Lưu ý: Giá thuê cần bao gồm thuế VAT 10% và bên cho thuê phải xuất hóa đơn VAT cho người thuê.
• Đối với giao dịch mà bên cho thuê là doanh nghiệp và đơn vị môi giới là doanh nghiệp thì: Phí môi giới là 100%. Tuy nhiên, đơn vị môi giới cần xuất hóa đơn VAT cho bên cho thuê. Lưu ý: Giá thuê cần bao gồm thuế VAT 10% và bên cho thuê phải xuất hóa đơn VAT cho người thuê.

Các loại thuế & phí khác như: thuế thu nhập cá nhân, thuế thu nhập đặc biệt, thuế thu nhập doanh nghiệp, … sẽ được hoạch toán và tính sau theo loại hình kế toán mà doanh nghiệp đang áp dụng hoặc theo từng trường hợp cụ thể theo quy định của pháp luật. Để chính xác hơn, bạn cần được tư vấn từ luật sư hoặc bộ phận kế toán.

9. Phí môi giới cho thuê bất động sản là bao nhiêu?

Đây là biểu phí môi giới cho thuê bất động sản theo thông lệ thị trường tại Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh. Các bạn có thể tham khảo và đưa ra số tiền phí môi giới phù hợp với loại hình bất động sản của mình.

Người cho thuê có thể trả phí môi giới cao hơn để tạo động lực cho đơn vị môi giới đẩy nhanh việc tìm kiếm khách hàng. Có thể tăng thêm từ 5% đến 50%.

Ngoài phí môi giới, đơn vị môi giới có thể nhận thêm các khoản “TIỀN THƯỞNG” từ người cho thuê. Ví dụ: Thưởng thêm 5 triệu hoặc 20 triệu nếu trong tháng ký được 3 hợp đồng thuê. Hoặc, thưởng thêm 50 triệu nếu cho thuê căn nhà trước ngày được ấn định nào đó.

10. Cách tính phí môi giới trong giá thuê

Phí môi giới là một loại chi phí và nó cần được tính trong giá thuê. Vậy nó được tính như thế nào? Thông thường, cách tính phí môi giới trong giá thuê được áp dụng theo thời gian thuê.

Ví dụ đối với cho thuê căn hộ: Chi phí đơn vị sau khi tính toán là 18 triệu (giá thành). Bạn trả phí môi giới là 1 tháng tiền thuê cho hợp đồng 12 tháng. Vậy, giá thuê mà bạn cần niêm yết (giá bán) là: >= 19.5 triệu/tháng. Hãy theo dõi bảng tính bên dưới:

Ví dụ đối với cho thuê nhà phố/ biệt thự: Chi phí đơn vị sau khi tính toán là 50 triệu (giá thành). Bạn trả phí môi giới là 1 tháng tiền thuê cho hợp đồng 03 năm. Vậy, giá thuê mà bạn cần niêm yết (giá bán) là: >= 51.4 triệu/tháng. Hãy theo dõi bảng tính bên dưới:

Để có được giá thuê cuối cùng bạn cần phải tính thêm các yếu tố khác như: Chi phí lãi vay (nếu bạn đi vay để làm bất động sản cho thuê), chi phí cơ hội, chi phí rủi ro, lợi nhuận kỳ vọng, …

11. Cách tính phí môi giới để thanh toán cho đơn vị môi giới phổ biến hiện nay

Theo thông lệ thị trường chung tại Hồ Chí Minh thì có các cách tính phí môi giới để bên cho thuê thanh toán phí môi giới cho đơn vị môi giới như sau:

• Dựa vào giá NET: Là giá thuê chưa bao gồm thuế VAT 10%. Cách này thường được áp dụng đối với bên cho thuê là doanh nghiệp và đơn vị môi giới là cá nhân.
• Dựa vào giá sau dịch vụ: Là giá thuê được tính sau khi trừ đi chi phí của các dịch vụ mà bên cho thuê cung cấp cho khách thuê. Đối với căn hộ dịch vụ/ chung cư: Bên cho thuê sẽ dựa vào giá sau khi trừ đi chi phí dịch vụ như: Dọn phòng, thay ga trải giường, phí quản lý, internet, …để tính phí môi giới. Hiện tại hình thức tính phí môi giới này rất ít được áp dụng.
• Một số tiền cụ thể: Là số tiền được ấn định từ trước mà bên cho thuê sẽ thanh toán cho đơn vị môi giới khi có hợp đồng thuê. Không phụ thuộc vào giá cho thuê.

12. Phí môi giới có phải là chi phí marketing & bán hàng không?

Hiểu theo một khía cạnh nào đó thì phí môi giới là chi phí marketing & bán hàng.

Ví dụ đối với người cho thuê:

• Bạn là người cho thuê một căn hộ, giá thuê là 20 triệu đồng/tháng. Phí môi giới mà bạn cần chi trả là 20 triệu, hợp đồng thuê là 12 tháng.
• Bạn không thuê đơn vị môi giới, bạn tự làm hoặc thuê nhân viên về làm cho bạn. Tự tìm khách, tự đăng tin, in tờ rơi, đưa khách đi xem căn hộ, đàm phán, tự làm hợp đồng, check-in, xử lý các giấy tờ pháp lý, … cho đến khi bạn tìm được khách thuê. Bạn chi tiêu hết 20 triệu (có thể thấp hoặc cao hơn). Đây chính là số tiền mà bạn đã bỏ ra để marketing & bán hàng.

Ví dụ đối với đơn vị môi giới:

• Bạn là chủ một công ty và công ty của bạn nhận ký gửi một căn hộ với giá thuê là 20 triệu/tháng từ người cho thuê. Và phí môi giới mà công ty của bạn sẽ nhận được là 20 triệu nếu có hợp đồng thuê thành công.
• Công ty bạn triển khai các hoạt động marketing & bán hàng như: Chạy quảng cáo facebook, google ads, đăng tin trên các website, phát tờ rơi, … để tìm khách thuê. Và bạn tiêu tốn hết 10 triệu để kiếm được khách hàng thuê. Vậy chi phí cho hoạt động marketing & bán hàng của bạn tiêu tốn 10 triệu, 10 triệu còn lại là phần lợi nhuận của công ty bạn. Nếu bạn không may mắn, bạn chi tiêu hết 20 triệu để tìm được khách thuê, lúc này lợi nhuận của công ty bạn bằng không.

13. Tiền đặt cọc của khách thuê có phải là tiền phí môi giới không?

Tiền đặt cọc là số tiền mà bên thuê phải thanh toán cho bên cho thuê. Tiền đặt cọc không phải là tiền phí môi giới.

Thực tế cho thấy, bên cho thuê nhận tiền đặt cọc của bên thuê, sau đó lấy số tiền đó để gửi tiền phí môi giới cho đơn vị môi giới và nghĩ rằng đơn vị môi giới đang giữ tiền đặt cọc của bên thuê. Đây là sự hiểu lầm đáng tai hại của người cho thuê. Tiền đặt cọc và tiền phí môi giới hoàn toàn khác nhau về mục đích, người thanh toán và người nhận tiền. Từ sự hiểu lầm này dẫn đến những hành động chưa đúng giữ bên cho thuê và đơn vị môi giới, củng như bên thuê.

Đây là một ví dụ thường gặp: Bên cho thuê nhận tiền đặt cọc của khách thuê là 02 tháng tiền thuê, hợp đồng thuê căn hộ là 01 năm. Bên cho thuê thanh toán phí môi giới cho đơn vị môi giới là 01 tháng tiền thuê. Khách thuê ở được 07 tháng, vì lý do abc gì đó, khách kết thúc hợp đồng sớm, khách muốn lấy lại tiền đặt cọc. Bên cho thuê nói với khách thuê rằng, tôi đã gửi tiền đặt cọc của bạn cho đơn vị môi giới rồi nên không thể hoàn trả tiền đặt cọc. Đây là sự hiểu lầm tai hại, tiền đặt cọc của khách thuê do khách thuê thanh toán cho bên cho thuê và bên cho thuê là người giữ số tiền đó, sau khi kết thúc hợp đồng thì bên cho thuê có trách nhiệm hoàn trả lại tiền đặt cọc cho khách thuê. Đơn vị môi giới không giữ tiền đặt cọc của khách thuê củng như bên cho thuê.

JHouse hy vọng rằng những thông tin hữu ích về phí môi giới và những điều cần biết bên trên sẽ giúp anh chị hiểu sâu sắc hơn về nó và đưa ra những quyết định phù hợp trong quá trình hợp tác. Nếu anh chị còn nhiều câu hỏi hoặc thắc mắc, các nhân viên của JHouse luôn sẵn sàng để tư vấn và hỗ trợ anh chị.

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Is your pet a member of your family? Are you planning to have a pet in the future? Are you looking for a pet-friendly house? Are pets allowed in Vietnam? And how does it work?

What is a pet deposit? And How does it work in Vietnam?

Let JHouse provide you with helpful information and suggestions about pet deposit and how it works in Vietnam. The article provides information for tenants, owners and agents, … don't miss the information. Let's just get started.

1. What is a pet deposit?

A pet deposit is a one-time down payment that the tenant must pay the owner to have the pet to be raised in the house by him or her.

Like any other renting security deposit, a pet deposit helps ensure that tenants keep hygiene, follow the residence's pet rules, and be careful not to let their pets damage the property. The pet deposit is refundable depending on whether the pet damaged the property and the extent of the damage.

Read more: What is the meaning of security deposit? And popular types of deposit when renting an apartment

2. Laws and regulations on pets rising in Vietnam

In Vietnam, there are Laws and Regulations on pets. Let's look with JHouse in detail:

• Law on Livestock No. 32/2018/QH14. Article 69, section 2, chapter V: Regulations on humane treatment of livestock.
• Circular 07/2016/TT-BNNPTNT. Regulations on vaccination of pets. If pet owners fail to vaccinate their dogs and cats against rabies, they may be fined from 600,000 VND to 800,000 VND (based on Clause a, Article 2 of Decree No. 90/2017/ND-CP).
• Decree 90/2017/ND-CP. Regulations on wearing muzzles for dogs, dog leashes when going out. If the pet owner does not wear a muzzle for the dog or does not keep the dog on a leash, there is no one to walk the dog when taking the dog to a public place will be fined from 600,000 - 800,000 VND.
• Civil Law No. 91/2015/QH13. According to article 603, if a pet causes damage to another person, the owner of the pet must compensate.
• Circular No. 02/2016/TT-BXD promulgating Regulations on management and use of apartment buildings.

3. Is a pet deposit discriminatory?

The answer is definitely not!

Vietnam is the same as other countries on over the world. We love and cherish our pets. That's why the Law and regulations on raising pets in Vietnam were published.

Pet deposit is NOT DISCRIMINATION! It is like an amount of money that the owner temporarily keeps for the tenant. This will let owners protect their property against harmful actions from pets and ensure that tenants are responsible for their pets during the leasing time.

4. What is the difference between pet deposits and pet fees?

• The pet deposit is a one-time payment and will be refunded at the end of the lease. The pet deposit will be deducted if the pet damages the property, in this case, the deposit may only be partially refundable.
• The pet fee is a non-refundable payment. It can be a one-time payment or it can be paid as a monthly fee such as rent, electricity, water, parking or other monthly renting utilities payments.

While paying extra for your pet to live with you is not really interested, it's necessary for both tenants and owners. Owners need to protect their property in the event of damage, and tenants need to prove that they are responsible for their pets.

5. When do tenants need to pay pet deposits?

As soon as the leasing contract is signed, the tenant needs to pay a pet deposit. May be paid with other rental deposits and, it may or may not be the same payment date as the first month's rent.

6. How much is the pet deposit?

There are no regulations on pet deposits in Vietnam.

However, according to the general practice in each locality, the pet deposit will range from 2-12 million ($100 - $500) depending on the number and size of the pets.

Helpful tips from JHouse for tenants: If you are required to pay a pet deposit, negotiate with the owner to a minimum or you can work with agents, give them an amount of pet deposit payment that you can pay, and they will negotiate with the owner on your behalf.

7. Are there any restrictions on pet breed or size?

While that may seem unfair, there are breed and size restrictions on pets in Vietnam.

• Commonly accepted pets in Vietnam such as: Dog, cats, mouse, rabbits, squirrels, small geckos, fish, etc. And there are size restrictions based on weight. Normally, in apartments and serviced apartments, pets with a weight from 5kg to 10kg or less are accepted. For single-family homes and villas, there is no weight limit for pets.
• Pets that are not accepted in Vietnam such as pigs, salamanders, chickens, birds, snakes, etc.

Useful tips from JHouse for tenants: Please provide your pet's information (photo, weight, characteristics, ...) to agents and owners when you are looking for a new hose and make sure the owner agrees with your pet and it's reflected in the leasing contract.

8. What should tenants pay attention to in the rental contract when raising pets?

In order to avoid future troubles or unforeseen, tenants need to ask the owner to clearly specify the terms: Pet allows agreement, pet deposit and content related to the rights of both parties. You should pay attention to the policy of deposit refund, deposit deduction, wear and tear, etc... To get your security deposit back quickly and safely at the end of the contract.

If you do not currently have a pet, but you have plans to have one in the future. You need to let the owner know about this and it should be reflected in the leasing contract.

9. What should tenants do to protect their pet deposits?

A rental deposit is a payment that is refunded to the tenant at the end of the lease. That's why tenants need to protect their pet deposits. Here are some helpful suggestions from JHouse for how tenants can protect their pet deposit:

• Ask the owner to provide a pet deposit clause in the lease.
• Provide pet owners with information such as: Periodic health checks, periodic vaccination books, ...
• Take actions that are encouraged when rise pets such as: Train the pet, wear a muzzle for the pet when going out on the street, provide enough food & water for the pet, do not let the pet make noise, Periodic health check for pets, …
• Protect assets inside the house such as sofa cover, chair/table legs, floor mats, etc.
• Actively clean regularly for pets. Clean up when your pet defecates or urinates.
• Follow the residence's “Pet Rules”.
• Actively repair or replace damaged property caused by pets.
• Use pet care services at home or send pets to pet care clinics, … when you travel or go on a business trip for a long time.

You can also refer to 11 tips to protect your rental deposit when renting a house in Vietnam.

10. What should tenants do with their pets?

To protect and avoid possible risks caused by pets, tenants are encouraged to take the following actions:

• Routine vaccinations for pets
• Periodic health check for pets
• Pet training
• Wear a muzzle for your pet when going out
• Arrange space for pets inside the house.

11. What do owners need to do when allowing pets?

So happy that you are a pet-loving owner. Your home always welcomes tenants with their pets.

But you are having concerns about how to control the risks caused by the tenant's pet. Here are some helpful suggestions from JHouse on what owners need to do to have a good starting business.

• If you have a plan to build an allowing pet residence, you can design equipment in the house that is pet-friendly and less damaged such as sofas, dining tables, floors, walls, corridors, trees, balconies, etc.
• Put a separate pet deposit clause in the rental contract.
• Provide tenants with “Regulations for pets” and “Activities are encouraged to follow when keeping pets” in your home.
• Ask the tenant to provide information about the pet such as: term health check, vaccination record, etc.
• Ask other residences who rent in the same building about the pets while living in the same place
• If your house has a lot of space, you can design a place for the pet community where all pets of the building can play together.

12. What should real estate agents notice when consulting pet-friendly housing?

If you are a realtor and you have a tenant who has a pet. These are useful suggestions from JHouse so that you can advise and provide good housing solutions for tenants and owners.

• Ask tenants to provide you with information about their pet: Photo, weight, quantity, vaccination record, ...
• Provide and deal with owners on tenant pet issues. Make sure the owner accepts the tenant's pet.
• Provide tenants with a list of properties that allow pets and provide specific notices of the house about pets to tenants.
• Clarify pet permission and pet deposit in the rental contract.

We, JHouse hope that you have a deeper understanding of pet deposit and how it works in Vietnam. If you still have concerns and questions that need to be answered, JHouse staff is always ready and happy to assist and advise you on pet-friendly housing solutions in Vietnam.

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Are you a property owner, landlord, accommodation owner, etc. are renting a house to foreigners, or you have foreign friends/relatives living in Vietnam and want to know about regulations, procedures and fees for temporary residence registration for foreigners in Vietnam.

If you are a foreigner in Vietnam for any purpose (tourism, business travel, work, etc.), you need to be registered for temporary residence in Vietnam in accordance with the law to ensure your rights and interests for foreigners in Vietnam.

Let JHouse provide you with information about temporary residence registration for foreigners and how it works in Vietnam. The article will have many legal documents to compare and many other useful information, so please be patient and do not skip any information. We are sure it will be useful to you. Let's just get started.

Register temporary for foreigners when renting a house in Vietnam

1. What is registration of accommodation for foreigners?

Temporary residence registration is an act by which a property owner declares to the local police that there are foreigners staying at his house within 12 hours (or 24 hours) from the time the foreigners enter in the accommodation.

2. Why is it necessary to register temporary residence for foreigners when renting a house?

• For property owners: To prove the compliance and execution of the regulations on accommodation business of Vietnamese law. No penalty for not registering temporary residence for foreigners when renting a house and to supervise tenants.
• For foreigners when renting a house: To prove that foreigners comply and execute the provisions of Vietnamese law. No penalty for not being registered for temporary residence. And especially, temporary residence confirmation is also an extremely important document for foreigners to: extend visas, apply for temporary residence cards, verify criminal records and supplement work documents

3. Is there any law on temporary residence registration for foreigners when renting a house?

Vietnamese law has regulations on temporary residence registration for foreigners when renting a house in Vietnam. Specifically applied by the following legal documents:

• Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam. Issued on 16/06/2014. See details of Law No. 47/2014/QH13.
• Amending the law, supplementing a number of conditions of the Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam. Issued on 25/11/2019. See details of Law No. 51/2019/QH14.
• Residence Law No. 68/2020/QH14. Issued on 11/13/2020.
• Circular 35/2014/TT-BCA. Issued on 09/09/2014.
• Decree 31/2014/ND-CP. Issued on 18/04/2014.
• Decree 167/2013/ND-CP. Issued on 11/13/2013.
• Circular 04/2015/TT-BCA. Issued on 05/01/2015.
• The latest regulations on entry and exit are updated at “Vietnam exit portal” - https://xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en.

4. What do foreigners need to do to protect their rights?

Here are useful tips from JHouse for foreigners to protect their legal rights when renting a house.

• Clarifying the terms of temporary residence registration for tenants in the rental agreement. It clearly states who is the performer, how long, what documents to provide, how fees are charged, etc.
• Prepare necessary documents and information to provide the owner when moving into the house. Please provide the owner (photocopy): Passport, Visa, temporary residence card and work permit (if any). Show the owner you're serious about this.
• Ask the owner to provide proof of your completed temporary residence registration (online form or printed documents).
• If the owner is late in registering for temporary residence, ask the owner to give you a written explanation of the reason for the delay. It will be very useful for you in the worst case that the police check the accommodation.

5. Deadline for temporary residence registration for foreigners?

According to regulations on temporary residence registration for foreigners in Clause 2, Article 33 of the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of foreigners in Vietnam No. 47/2014/QH13, within 12 hours from when a foreigner comes to the accommodation, the owner must complete registering of temporary residence (for the remote areas, the deadline is 24 hours).

Thus, for big cities like Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Da Nang, Binh Duong, Can Tho, Nha Trang, etc., the deadline for temporary residence registration for foreigners coming to stay is 12 hours.

6. Who will register the accommodation for foreigners?

According to the law, the property owner, the accommodation owner, the direct manager or the person legally authorized by the property owner is the person who registers the temporary residence for foreigners when renting.

7. Are real estate agents allowed to apply for temporary residence registration for tenants?

Brokerage agents are not allowed to do temporary residence registration for foreigners when renting a house.

However, in case the property owner legally authorizes the brokerage agent, then the brokerage agent is allowed to make temporary residence registration.

8. Which are the fees and who pay for them?

Currently, according to the provisions of the Law, the registration of temporary residence for foreigners is completely free of charge.

However, please follow the local practice. That's the best way for you to get it done quickly.

9. Procedures for temporary residence registration for foreigners in Vietnam

There are two ways to register temporary residence for foreigners in Vietnam: Register for temporary residence online, or register with a declaration form directly at the police station.

• Register for temporary residence online:

Step 1: The owner accesses the website of temporary residence information declaration of the local Immigration Department. For example: Ho Chi Minh City (https://hochiminh.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/), Hanoi (https://hanoi.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/).

Step 2: Sign up an account to register temporary residence for foreigners by filling in information such as name of accommodation, address, representative, phone number, ...

Step 3: Log in and register temporary residence information for foreigners.

• Register by form of declaration form directly at the police office:

Owners need to prepare documents including: a) Passport of tenants; b) Form of confirmation of temporary residence for foreigners (with signature of the tenant); and c) Declaration of temporary residence for foreigners (Form NA17 issued under Circular 04/2015/TT-BCA). Bring the file to the ward (district) police to register and receive the confirmation form back.

10. What documents do foreigners need to provide for temporary residence registration?

• In case of online temporary residence registration: Tenants need to provide the following documents (photocopy): Passport, Visa, temporary residence card and work permit (if any).
• In case of direct temporary residence registration: Tenants need to provide the reason for temporary residence registration and signature on the Application for Confirmation of Temporary Residence for Foreigners. Please contact the staff of JHouse to get [Form for confirmation of temporary residence for foreigners].

11. When do the police have the right to check residency?

The police have the right to check the residence at any time. Owners and tenants should note: Police need to wear uniforms, have name tags and especially "have no right to arbitrarily enter to check the residence".

According to the Law on Residence 68/2020/QH14, Circular 35/2014/TT-BCA and Decree 31/2014/ND-CP, “The form of residence inspection is conducted periodically, irregularly, or upon request. demand for crime prevention and combat, maintaining security and order."

12. What do foreigners need to do when the police check their residence?

• Check the validation of the police by examining the police uniforms and name tags.
• Provide passports, visas, temporary residence cards to the police
• Provide a Form of Confirmation of Temporary Residence for foreigners with police stamped and signed. Please copy a few copies, it will be useful for you.
• If you have not been registered as a temporary resident by the owner. Please provide written feedback from the owner about the delay in temporary registration.

13. Is the tenant or the landlord penalized when failure to register temporary residence before?

If not declare temporary residence, both tenants and lessors will be fined.

• For property owners, landlords, if you do not register temporary residence in accordance with regulations for tenants, there will be a fine from 2,000,000 to 4,000,000 VND - According to article 8 of Decree 167/2013/ND-CP.
• For foreigners who rent houses. If not registered for temporary residence in accordance with regulations, there will be a fine fine of between 500,000 and 5,000,000 VND - According to article 17 of Decree 167/2013/ND-CP.

14. What should owners and tenants do at the end of leasing contract?

• The owner should inform the police about the end of the tenant's temporary stay and, or delete temporary residence registration at the website of temporary residence information declaration of the Immigration Department.
• Tenants need to notify or provide written termination of tenancy to the owner and request removal of temporary residence registration.

Complying with the temporary residence registration for foreigners in accordance with laws is a great way to ensure the rights and interests of both tenants and lessors.

JHouse hope that all of the above information will help property owners and lessors understand more about temporary residence registration and how to do it. And help foreigners understand more about temporary residence registration in Vietnam, what needs to be done.

Don't worry if you are having questions about registering temporary residence for foreigners when renting a house in Vietnam. JHouse staff is always ready to provide you with useful information about temporary residence registration.

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You are the owner, tenant or agent, … and you are going to sign a leasing contract. You are worried and have many questions about the deposit. Why deposit and deposit to insure for what? You have not understood your responsibilities and obligations when paying for a deposit. And there are too many other questions about the deposit that you need to understand to reassure yourself and make the right decisions.

Let JHouse provide you with information about the deposit and how it works in the Vietnamese market of leasing. The article will be long and full of useful information, so please be patient and do not skip any bullet. We are sure it will be useful to you. Let's just get started.

Everything You Need to Know About Your Security Deposit

1. What is a security deposit?

A security deposit is a specific amount that a tenant must pay to the owner which is seen as a commitment to perform the lease and protect/maintain the owner's property. The security deposit is seen as a tangible means of security in case of damages, loses the property or fails to fulfill the terms of the lease cause by tenants.

2. How many types of security deposit are there?

A security deposit is a common term that refers to the amount of money a tenant must pay to the owner. However, the deposit will cover the following types:

• Deposit for contract performance and commitment to property protection.
• Deposit for pets. See more pet friendly apartments at JHouse.
• A separate deposit for a high-value or special property.
• Deposit for car parking.

3. Are there any alternatives to the deposit?

Almost tenants will pay a deposit in the traditional way which means they will provide the owner with a certain amount of security deposit at the beginning of the lease. However, there are alternatives ways for tenants that are helpful solutions in paying their security deposit and reducing the financial burden at the start of a lease.

• Rental insurance: It is understood as a small fee that you need to pay the owner monthly to secure the contract execution. This is an extra amount in addition to the monthly rent that tenants need to pay. Tenants can suggest a rental insurance around 5%, 10%, 15% or 20% on the monthly rent and this fee will not be refunded to the tenant at the end of the contract.
• Pay per damage: Tenant will pay for property damage or loss for each case. However, tenants need to prove they are a great tenant with a good payment history, quick compensation, etc. at previous leasing at other properties. This is a big barrier for tenants to successfully dealing with the landlord
• Delayed deposit payment: The lessor can request to pay partly by partly within a definite period of time until full payment for the deposit to reduce financial pressure at the beginning.

4. Basis for regulation of security deposit?

In Vietnam, there is still no law for rental security deposit. However, the owners often regulate the amount of the deposit on the following factors:

• The common custom of the current market.
• Monthly rent fee.
• The value of properties inside the apartment.
• Length of leasing contract.

5. How much is the security deposit?

There is no specified amount of the deposit. However, depending on the rental period and the type of property, there will be a minimum deposit. The minimum of the security deposit is equivalent to one month's rent.

6. What is the difference in deposit for serviced apartments, condominiums, whole houses, villas and commercial establishments?

There is no specific regulation on the amount of security deposit for the above type of properties. However, according to local practice, the deposit amount for the above types will be as follows:

• For serviced apartments: The deposit is one month's rent for a 6-month contract, two months' rent for a contract of 12 months or more.
• For apartments: The deposit is two months' rent. Regardless of the rental period, there are a few owners who will ask for a deposit of three months' rent.
• Whole houses, villas and commercial establishments: The deposit is two months' rent for contracts under 03 years, three months' rent for contracts of 03 years or more. However, there are still some cases that the owner will ask for a higher amount of deposit (04, 05, 06 months) and it depends on the assets inside the house.

7. Who pay for the security deposit?

Most of us think that the deposit will be paid directly by the tenant. However, the deposit can be paid by the following individuals and other organizations:

• Tenants by their own: Definitely.
• Enterprises and public organizations: Companies have a rental policy for their employees or public organizations that provide housing services for government organizations, non-profit organizations, embassies, consulates, state organizations, etc.
• Brokerage Agent: Tenants will work with a brokerage agent. In this case, the brokerage agent will be the one who signs the lease with the property owner and will pay the deposit.

8. Can the broker-dealer receive and keep the deposit?

There have been many unfortunate incidents with tenants when giving the deposit to the brokerage agent. The tenant has been scammed out of the deposit. This is a fact and to eliminate this risk, tenants need to understand more about “who is the one receive the deposit”. The deposit needs to be paid directly to the legal property owner (property owner, authorized person or property manager provided by the property owner). This is the only way for you to eliminate the risk of being deceived. Never pay a deposit to a broker-dealer. Brokerage agents do not have the function of taking deposits from tenants.

9. When does the tenant need to pay the security deposit?

Usually, upon signing the leasing contract, the tenant needs to pay a deposit. However, the deposit can be paid within 02 or 03 days from the date of signing the lease contract. The payment of the deposit as an commitment of the tenant in executing the contract and make the contract to be valid.

10. You need to pay your deposit by cash or bank transfer?

Payment by bank transfer is recommended for all tenants. If you have problems with paying by bank such as: different banks in different countries, high bank transfer fees, etc., then cash payment is substituted. One important note: tenants need to ask the owner for a deposit receipt, whether you pay by cash or by bank transfer.

11. Do you have to pay the security deposit and rent at the same time?

The answer is that it is not necessary to pay at the same time. If you are a person with good finances, you can pay the rent and deposit at the same time. However, a safe solution for you is: pay the deposit when you sign the lease and pay the rent when you move into the house.

12. When is the rental deposit used?

The security deposit serves as a financial protection for the owner's property from damages cause by tenants and to ensure that all fees are paid. The use of the deposit is clearly specified in the contract. Useful advice from JHouse is: It is necessary to clarify the terms of use of the deposit in the leasing contract. Deposits are used in the following cases:

• Property protection: Deposit is used to pay for damage, repair or loss of property caused by the tenant intentionally or unintentionally.
• Financial protection: When tenants do not pay rent or do not pay fees for other utilities (such as electricity, water, internet, cable TV, parking, use of the gym, swimming pool, …)
• Pet vandalism protection: When a tenant's pet damages the properties.

13. Does the security deposit increase as the rent increases?

In Vietnam, the deposit will not increase when the rent price increases (rent in period or lease renewal). JHouse's advice is: make it clear in the contract to avoid unexpected situations.

14. Does the rental deposit have interest?

A security deposit is a security deposit from the tenant to the owner. The owner is considered the temporary keep the money from the tenant and is entitled to use it to ensure the legal rights when performing the contract. Therefore, this amount will not be charged interest.

15. Can the security deposit be used as rent?

The deposit cannot be used as rent. However, anything can happen. The tenant may suggest to the owner to consider the security deposit as rent in the final payment period of the lease. To make sure the tenant should negotiate with the owner before signing the leasing contract.

16. When the tenant has a problem and cannot perform the contract, can the he/she get the deposit back?

Definitely not. The deposit is a way to make sure that tenant will perform the contract. If the tenant does not perform the contract, the deposit will be lost. However, in some cases when the tenant can explain a good reason for not continuing the lease (such as moving to another province, becoming seriously ill, etc.), the owner will support providing a solution for the tenant to get a partial or full refund of the deposit.

17. Will I get a deposit when the owner breaks the leasing contract?

The tenant will receive the deposit, this will be clearly stated in the contract. However, as a general practice, if the owner breaks the lease agreement, it is necessary to return to the tenant the amount of the deposit that the tenant paid and plus an addition amount contract violation equivalent to 2 times of the deposit amount.

18. When will you get your deposit back?

The contract regulates how long you will get your deposit back after the end of the lease. Usually it is 3 days or 07 days or 10 days or 15 days or there are some owners asking 30 days after the end of the lease to return the deposit to the tenant. However, tenant should try to negotiate with the owner about the shortest time to get it back when signing a lease.

19. When did you lose or have your deposit deducted?

Good advice from JHouse is: make it all clear in the leasing contract.

• Tenant will lose the security deposit in case of: Failure to continue performing the lease. Break the lease before the time of contract end.
• Tenant will be deducted deposit in case: There is damage or loss of property. No rent payments. Do not pay for other utilities fee.

20. How to protect your deposit?

Getting your deposit back is an important step when you end your leasing contract. The security deposit is basically your money and you don't expect it to be lost or wasted when you move out of the apartment. The landlord is obligated to return the deposit at the end of the leasing and the tenant decides not to extend it further.

Be a smart tenant and carefully prepare solutions to protect your security deposit by: Having a clear tenancy plan, clarifying the deposit terms in the contract, asking the owner for a margin receiving deposits, checking the list of properties before and after moving out, ... until working with a brokerage agent.

Check out more JHouse's 11 tips to protect your deposit.

21. What should the owners do to protect their interests when receiving a rental deposit?

The landlord is the person who will receive the security deposit from the tenant. Therefore, the owner needs to understand the rights and responsibilities when receiving the deposit so that the tenant will not against or accidental in case the deposit is deducted. Owners need to prepare a contract with clear terms for the deposit.

The owner needs to provide a deposit receipt to the tenant. If there is damage, repair or loss of property, the owner needs to provide invoices for the repair or purchase of new property, ... to the tenant. It is a reasonable proof for the owner to deduct the deposit.

Offer a suitable time period for the deposit to be returned to tenant at the date of contract end, a sufficient amount of time to inspect for damage and be financially ready.

The owner should consider the security deposit as a temporary keeping and should be refunded at the end of the lease. It is not a profit from business activities. So please do not make a disastrous mistake!

Please clarify payment matters, including the deposit. Instead of messing around with how the security deposit should be handled, make it clear in the leasing contract. Be a smart tenant and a landlord with a deep understanding of your rights and responsibilities.

If you are struggling to find helpful advices on deposit or rental terms and conditions, JHouse staffs are here ready to advise and provide you with useful tips.

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