When you are ready to rent a new home or work space, you want to be as prepared as possible. In between you and your new house, apartment, or office space is this contract. So, what should you expect? How can you prepare yourself for this big step? Let’s take a look! If Arabic isn’t your first language, it’s extremely important to have help translating it. It’s important that you can clearly understand every part of the contract. You should expect that any contracts will be in Arabic only. Plan accordingly! The two parties involved are your landlord (the first …

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If you are looking to rent a property in Libya, you need to understand the rental process. Libya’s rental process is similar to most other North African countries. Our goal is to help prepare your expectations for renting a property in Tripoli, Libya. Where do you start? First thing first you will need to do is list down your requirements: Type of place (office OR home) Rental budget (amount you are willing to pay each month) Area of the city Duration you want to rent for (short term or long term) Facilities you are looking for (view, elevator, security, parking …

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Looking to rent your villa or apartment in Tripoli? It’s definitely a good time for renting as not many properties are available in the market. Finding affordable and good rental houses is not easy, which comes as a good news for people looking to rent out. Follow these three tips to rent your property faster. Properly clean and maintain the property Creating a positive first impression is essential because many buyers make their decision based on the “looks” of your property. You can create a positive impression by ensuring that the villa/apartment, swimming pool, garden area and areas outside the …

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Whether it’s your first rental or the tenth, it is essential to understand what you should not do when renting an apartment. Libya, in the past few years has become a favorite place and a plethora of customers are making a move to Tripoli. While many are aware of what it takes to rent a dream home in Libya, others are clueless and tend to commit the same mistakes. Avoid the following mistakes when renting. Not visiting many properties Often, due to lack of time, clients visit only one or two properties when finding a suitable rental. Clients settle for …

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Location, Location, Location! As you’ve probably heard, the catch phrase when it comes to real estate is “Location, location, location!” If you are looking to make the move here to Tripoli, we highly recommend that you look into the various areas of Tripoli before deciding where to focus your search for your next home. There are many nice areas of Tripoli to choose from, however the following three general areas are the places that we find most recommended. BEN ASHOUR / NOFLEEN / ZAWIAT DAHMANI Probably our top choice in terms of areas of Tripoli would be in the Ben …

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The quickest and easiest way to find your next home or office is to use a local real estate company. They will have the best knowledge of the market prices as well as what properties are available in the areas you are seeking. They can also advise you on the best areas of Tripoli in terms of safety and accessibility to shopping and restaurants. In order to make the best use of your time with the agents, however, keep in mind these following three tips: 1. Clearly discuss with the agent what you are looking for. Nothing is more frustrating …

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Do you need an apartment for rent in Tripoli, Libya? Looking for the perfect apartment can be a challenge! Finding an apartment does not have to be a terrible experience. If you follow these simple ideas, we believe you can locate the right apartment that fits your needs. Timing can be everything! There are 2 key things to remember concerning timing! Don’t be in a hurry and remember when you are looking. Don’t be in a hurry: Many people wait until the very last moment to start looking for their new apartment. Anytime that you are in a rush, you …

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Are you looking for a rental property in Tripoli, Libya? As you begin your search for the ideal apartment, house or office, you will want to consider the different options for finding a property. Over the years of living in Tripoli, we have come up with 5 ways that you can use to find a property for rent in Libya. 5 Ways to find a rental property in Tripoli In no particular order, we have come up with 5 ways that you can find a rental property in Tripoli, Libya. 1. Walk the streets – the cheapest method The first …

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Starting off on the right note with your landlord is a great start to enjoying life here in Libya! Since your landlord is someone who you will likely see often as well as someone you can go to for help and advice on life in Libya, you are wise to make him or her a friend from the beginning. To help in becoming a friend of your landlord, try to cover these five issues before you sign the contract to rent his or her property. How is the rent to be paid? This may seem like a normal item that …

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There are two potential expenses that the renter should be aware of from the beginning. The first is the price for writing the rental contract. The second is rental taxes. Contract Fee Once an agreement is reached between yourself and the owner, it is time to write up the official contract. This is typically done at a lawyer’s office and comes with a fee. Expect to pay around 100 to 150 LYD for this service. The contract is usually written in Arabic so it may be a good idea to have a translator present. You will sign the contract and …

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