He continues:
> “Also, if you want to try the shoes to see if they fit your feet, you must pay another fee.”
So:
Shoes are NOT his
Shop is NOT his
He is already being paid by the owner
But YOU must pay him… to do his job.
That, ladies and gentlemen, is agency fees logic.
Viewing Fees = Paying to TRY SHOES
In what sane world do you:
Pay to try shoes
Pay to check size
Pay to walk around the shop
Then still pay full price for the shoes
That’s like:
> “If the shoe doesn’t fit, thank you for your viewing fee. Goodbye.”
Absolute madness.
Some agents charge Commission Without Value...
Half a month’s rent
Plus viewing fees
Plus “facilitation”
Plus “chai”
And when asked:
> “What exactly am I paying for?”
Silence.
Or insults.
Or threats.
No contract.
No accountability.
No after-service.
No warranty.
Just vibes.
Final Question
If shoes don’t fit, you leave. So why should tenants pay before they even know if the house fits their life?
Kenya… let’s stop normalizing nonsense.
AGENCY/VIEWING FEES EXPLAINED USING SHOES (Because Some People Are Still Confused)
Renters Hub Admin
14 apr,26
Imagine this: You walk into a shoe shop. The shoes belong to the shop owner. There’s a salesperson inside — employed by the owner to SELL shoes. Now before you touch the shoes, the salesperson says: “Before I sell you these shoes, you must first pay me.” You’re confused.
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