Broker Commission When Renting an Office in Egypt
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Short answer
When you rent commercial space in Egypt through a broker, the tenant is usually asked for a commission on top of the rent, commonly a month's rent or a percentage of the annual rent. On Maktabi, renters pay no commission at all: the rent on the listing is the rent you pay, because Maktabi is paid by the landlord. And with Maktabi, your paperwork is guaranteed to be done.
How broker commission usually works
In the usual model the broker finds the space, arranges viewings and helps agree the terms, and the tenant pays a fee when the lease is signed. There is no single fixed rate: it is commonly a month's rent or a percentage of the annual rent, and it comes on top of the rent itself and any security deposit.
What to agree before you pay one
If a broker is involved, settle these questions first:
- The exact amount, in writing, before the first viewing
- When it is due, and whether anything is owed if you do not sign
- Whether the broker is also being paid by the landlord
- What the fee covers: viewings, negotiation, the contract
Renting with zero commission on Maktabi
Maktabi never charges the renter a commission or a finder's fee. Maktabi is paid by the landlord or the coworking operator, so nothing is added to the price for the person looking for space. That covers the whole journey:
- Browsing and searching the listings: free
- Enquiring about a listing or messaging us on WhatsApp: free
- Viewings arranged through Maktabi: free
- Asking the team to source a space that is not listed: free
- Booking a coworking seat or room: the space's own price only
Frequently asked questions
Who pays the broker when you rent an office in Egypt?
Usually the tenant, on top of the rent. Terms vary, so get the amount in writing before the first viewing. On Maktabi the tenant pays nothing: the landlord pays Maktabi.
How much is a broker's commission on an office rental?
There is no single fixed rate. It is commonly a month's rent or a percentage of the annual rent. Agree the exact amount before any viewing.
Does Maktabi charge renters anything?
No. Browsing, enquiries, viewings and having the team source a space are all free for renters. Coworking bookings are paid at the space's own published price.
Is the paperwork guaranteed?
Yes. With Maktabi, your paperwork is guaranteed to be done.