General terms of sale

These general terms apply to the services of Mr Anaïs Casimir Sèdjro Saizonou, sole proprietor trading under the name HUNTERS (brand HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin), Maison SAIZONOU (RCCM RB/PNO/22 A 31205, IFU 0202214232177): advice and land security, construction design and management, renovation, furnishing, stalled-site takeover, property management, letting, sale, property search and training. Each service is also covered by a specific signed document (quote, engagement letter, contract or mandate), which prevails over these terms in the event of conflict.

The 30-minute first meeting is free and binds neither party. Any paid service begins once the client has signed the corresponding quote, engagement letter, contract or mandate. Quotes are valid for 30 days. Real estate agency mandates are in writing and specify, in accordance with Law No. 2018-12 of 2 July 2018 on residential leases in the Republic of Benin and the texts governing the real estate agency profession, the assignment, its duration, the fee and the party responsible for paying it.

Prices are stated in CFA francs (FCFA). Prices are net: VAT does not apply under the micro and small business tax regime. The prices published on the website are those in force on the date of the order. Official fees and disbursements (ANDF fees, surveyor, stamps, registration, notary fees) are not included unless stated otherwise, and are re-invoiced against receipts.

Unless otherwise stated in the specific document:

• Pre-purchase audit and investment strategy: in full when ordered.
• Securing an existing property: 60% when ordered, 40% according to the engagement letter schedule; if a dispute blocks the procedure, only 100,000 FCFA remains due.
• Design (new build): in full on signature of the design contract.
• Construction management: 50% on signature, 40% at the end of the structural work, 10% on completion, before the keys are handed over.
• Renovation: 50% on signature, 40% halfway, 10% on completion, before the keys are handed over.
• Furnishing: 60% when ordered, 40% on delivery.
• Stalled-site takeover: 250,000 FCFA diagnosis when ordered, deducted from the next stage if signed; management according to the quote (50% / 40% / 10%, the balance before the keys are handed over).
• Property management: 10% of rent collected, deducted when rent is paid over to the owner.
• Letting, sale, search: fees payable only once the transaction is actually completed (signature of the lease or of the notarial deed), by the party named in the mandate; for a search, 150,000 FCFA is paid when the mandate starts, for the audit of the selected property, then deducted from the fees.
• Training: payment before the session.

Payment methods: bank transfer, Mobile Money or cash against receipt. Any late payment may lead to suspension of the service after a formal notice has gone unanswered.

HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin performs its assignments diligently and reports to the client at the agreed intervals (reports, photos, updates). For advice, audit, land security, management, letting, sale and search assignments, HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin has an obligation of means. For fixed-price works, the price agreed in the contract cannot be increased, except for changes requested in writing by the client and accepted by amendment; the statutory warranties applicable to builders apply under the conditions provided by law.

For the construction projects it manages, HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin receives from the client, at each stage set out in the contract, the funds intended for buying materials and paying contractors and suppliers. These funds are held in a bank account reserved for construction projects and used exclusively for the project concerned. The client receives a breakdown of spending every month, with the available receipts. No sum is requested beyond the current stage.

The client may end an assignment at any time, in writing. The client then pays for the stages completed and the expenses already incurred on their behalf. For a construction project, funds paid and not yet used are returned once the accounts are closed, together with a breakdown of spending. For property management, the end of the mandate follows the notice period set out in the mandate.

The client provides accurate information and the documents requested (identity documents, titles, plans, permits) and responds within reasonable timeframes. HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin's timelines run from receipt of complete information.

Registration is confirmed on WhatsApp after payment. If the participant cancels more than 7 days before the session, the amount is refunded or carried over to another session; less than 7 days before, it is carried over once to a later session. If HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin cancels a session, the participant is fully refunded or rescheduled, at their choice. Masterclasses are not recorded (no replay).

HUNTERS Immobilier Bénin is not liable for the consequences of inaccurate or incomplete information provided by the client or by third parties (authorities, sellers), nor for delays attributable to the authorities. Its liability for an advisory assignment is limited to the amount of fees received for that assignment, except in case of gross negligence or wilful misconduct.

Neither party is liable for a failure caused by a force majeure event within the meaning of applicable law. Obligations are suspended for the duration of the event.

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These terms are governed by Beninese law and, where applicable, by the OHADA Uniform Acts. In the event of a dispute, the parties first seek an amicable solution for 30 days from the written complaint. Failing that, the dispute is brought before the Commercial Court of Cotonou.