Coming soon
Full tenancy creation for Ethiopian rentals
Today, Ethiolet helps you find and connect with serious renters. Soon, we plan to offer an optional Full Tenancy Creation service: a guided path from "we are interested" to a signed tenancy with clearer paperwork, handover and expectations for both sides.
This page describes the direction we're building towards. The service is not live yet; there is no charge and no legal advice being provided at this stage.
Why tenancy creation matters in Ethiopia
In many Ethiopian rentals, the hard part is not just finding each other—it's what happens after you agree in principle. People worry about unclear contracts, deposit disputes, missing receipts and mismatched expectations about maintenance or notice periods.
A more structured tenancy creation flow following government rules and regulations can reduce misunderstandings for both landlords and renters, especially when one party lives abroad or is new to the country.
Planned flow for Full Tenancy Creation
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Capture the agreement in principle
Once landlord and renter agree on the basics (rent, deposit, start date, length of stay), Ethiolet would record those "headline terms" in a simple summary that both sides can review before moving to paperwork.
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Prepare a written tenancy document
Based on local practice, the service would help generate a written tenancy document that includes key items such as rent and deposit amounts, payment schedule, notice period, basic house rules and who is responsible for which utilities or services. Landlords and renters would still be able to review and adjust before signing.
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Share supporting details and documents
In many Ethiopian rentals, both sides exchange copies of ID, phone contacts and sometimes employment or guarantor details. The planned flow would give a structured checklist for what to exchange, so it's easier to keep records and avoid confusion later.
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Handover, deposit and first payment
The service would walk both sides through a basic move-in checklist: collecting deposit and first month's rent, confirming which utilities are active, and recording meter readings or key counts where relevant. The aim is to make handover feel less improvised and more documented.
What this service aims to provide
- Clearer structure from inquiry to move-in.
- Standardised templates influenced by local practice.
- Checklists so you remember key steps (IDs, payments, receipts, basic house rules).
- A calmer experience when one party is abroad or new to Ethiopia.
What it will not be
- It is not a replacement for legal advice where that is needed.
- It will not handle or hold your money; payments stay directly between landlord and renter.
- It will not guarantee tenant behaviour or future market conditions.
Pricing and availability
Full Tenancy Creation is planned as an optional paid add-on for landlords who want more structured support after they find a renter through Ethiolet.
We are still testing the exact flow, pricing and the right balance between automation and human review. Until it officially launches, Ethiolet remains a free property advertising platform with a focus on trust and better information.
You can already start using Ethiolet today
Advertise your property for free and handle tenancy creation in your usual way while we build this service.