This Digital Lease / Booking Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between the Property Owner or Authorized Landlord (“Landlord” or “Host”) and the Person booking or renting the property (“Tenant” or “Guest”) through the De-Duke Platform operated by De-Duke Real Estate Company.
By confirming a booking or reservation through the De-Duke Platform, the Tenant and Landlord acknowledge and agree to be legally bound by the terms of this Agreement.
This Agreement is between: Landlord / Host: The verified property owner or authorized representative listing the property on the De-Duke Platform.
Tenant / Guest: The individual or entity booking the property through the platform.
De-Duke Real Estate Company acts only as an online marketplace and payment facilitator and is not a party to the lease relationship, except where expressly stated.
The property covered by this Agreement is the property described in the confirmed listing on the De-Duke Platform, including: a) Property address b) Property description c) Included amenities d) Maximum occupancy e) Booking duration
The details appearing on the platform at the time of booking form part of this Agreement.
The Tenant is granted the right to occupy the property for the specific period stated in the booking confirmation.
The lease or booking automatically begins on the check-in date and ends on the check-out date, unless extended through the platform.
Unauthorized extension of stay may attract additional charges.
The Tenant agrees to pay the total rental amount displayed at the time of booking, which may include: a) Base rental price b) Platform service fees c) Security deposits d) Applicable taxes
Payments are processed through the platform’s payment system.
Payment confirmation through the platform constitutes valid proof of payment to the Landlord.
Where required by the Landlord, the Tenant may be required to pay a refundable security deposit.
The security deposit may be used to cover: a) property damage b) missing items c) excessive cleaning d) unpaid utilities or penalties
The remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded after checkout if no damage or violation is found.
The Tenant agrees to: a) use the property only for lawful residential purposes b) respect the house rules listed in the property listing c) avoid excessive noise or disturbance d) comply with building rules and local regulations e) ensure that occupancy does not exceed the permitted number of guests. The property must not be used for illegal activities.
The Tenant must maintain the property in a clean and reasonable condition during the stay.
The Tenant shall be responsible for any damage caused by: a) the Tenant b) invited guests c) pets (where allowed). Damage must be reported immediately to the Landlord or through the platform.
Check-In The Tenant may access the property at the check-in time specified in the booking confirmation.
Check-Out The Tenant must vacate the property by the check-out time. Late check-out without permission may result in additional charges.
Cancellation policies are determined by the property listing and platform rules.
Refunds may be issued in accordance with: a) the cancellation policy selected by the Landlord b) the platform’s dispute resolution process. Refund processing time may vary depending on the payment provider.
If the Tenant causes damage to the property, the Landlord may request compensation through the platform’s Resolution Centre.
Compensation may be deducted from: a) the security deposit b) the Tenant’s payment method. Where applicable, the Landlord may also seek coverage under the platform’s Host Property Protection Program.
The Tenant is responsible for: a) their personal belongings b) the behavior of accompanying guests c) compliance with property rules. The Landlord shall not be liable for loss, theft, or damage to the Tenant’s personal items.
The Landlord agrees that the property: a) is safe and habitable b) matches the description in the listing c) complies with applicable housing regulations. The Landlord must provide the Tenant with reasonable access to the property during the booking period.
De-Duke Real Estate Company provides the technology platform that connects landlords and tenants. The platform may also assist with: a) payment processing b) dispute resolution c) identity verification.
However, De-Duke does not control the conduct of landlords or tenants and is not responsible for disputes between them except as provided in its platform policies.
In the event of a dispute: a) The Tenant and Landlord should first attempt to resolve the issue directly. b) If unresolved, the dispute may be submitted through the platform’s dispute resolution process. c) Where necessary, disputes may be referred to mediation, arbitration, or courts of competent jurisdiction.
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts unless otherwise required by law.
By confirming a booking on the De-Duke Platform, both the Tenant and the Landlord agree that: a) this Agreement is legally binding b) digital acceptance constitutes valid electronic signature c) the electronic record of the booking may be used as evidence of the agreement.
This Agreement, together with the platform’s Terms of Use, Payment Terms, and Property Listing Agreement, forms the entire agreement between the Tenant and Landlord regarding the booking.
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